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Warm hoodies, bonfires on the beach, visiting the pumpkin patch and watching the leaves change are just a few of the reasons I love fall foliage in Oregon. Autumn in Oregon is marked by crisp mornings,…
If you're looking for a delicious meal, we've got a treat for you! The Cast Iron Cafe is the perfect reason to visit Mt Angel, Oregon, and the moment you try the food, you'll want to…
If you're looking for an awesome place along the Oregon coast to get away from city life, Astoria is where you want to be. This small city on the Columbia River and north banks of Young's…
Sustainability is the name of the game at Willamette Valley Vineyards in Turner Oregon, just outside of Salem. Founder Jim Bernau believes Pinot Noir made with consideration for the environment, employees and community simply tastes better.…
From the Pacific Ocean and lush rain forests, to the high desert and the deepest canyon in the United States, Oregon is home to many stunning landscapes, none perhaps more breathtaking than it's mountains. John Muir…
Oregon is a treasure trove of natural wonders, with a bounty of stunning waterfalls that are waiting to be discovered. While Multnomah Falls might be the most renowned among them, there are many other awe-inspiring falls…
With warm weather right around the corner, many are looking to get out and explore new places. If you're tired of staying at the same resorts, bed & breakfasts, and hotels it's time to check out…
You might not know what forest bathing is, but that's ok, we're here to share the magic of taking in the forest atmosphere. National forests cover about 25% of Oregon, and that's not counting the state…
Have you ever seen sand art so extravagant? Denny Dyke created magic in the sand in Bandon Oregon in the form of sand labyrinths, and you're welcome to come and explore that magic for yourself. Peace…
Editor’s Note: Elk Horn Brewery in Eugene permanently closed in 2024 after approximately ten years in business. Industry reporting indicates that the brewery ceased operations in June after being listed for sale without finding a buyer,…
From humble beginnings in 1890s New Jersey and contracting polio at age 7 (which left her with a lifelong limp), Dorothea Lange went on to become one of the most prolific photojournalists of her era. At…
The brothers Mike and Brian McMenamin are personal local heroes of mine. I had visited many of their properties and brewpubs in the Portland area but never realized their impact until my first time at the…
