Weird Oregon

Enter Hop Valley Brewing’s New Wacky and Wonderful Cult Classic Giveaway

"What is this? A center for Ants?" Twenty years ago, a certain fictional male model had a vision, and the iconic “center for ants” was born. Now, Eugene Oregon's own Hop Valley is reimagining what a modern center for ants would look like, and naturally, it’s a brewery. A Brewery for Ants if you...

Six Iconic Foods and Things You Didn’t Know Were Invented in Oregon

1. The Corn Dog (Rockaway Beach, 1930s) George and Versa Boyington ran a small hot dog stand on the beach, selling the dogs to tourists and locals alike. When coastal rains inevitably came and ruined the buns, George came up with the idea of cooking a "bun" as needed. He created a...

Celebrate Everything Tater Tot In Ontario Oregon This Weekend

"Hey Napoleon, gimme some of your tots!" Did you know that the crispy, golden tater tot found its humble beginnings right here in Oregon? More on that in a moment, but first, The Tater Tot Festival! The City of Ontario, Oregon will be holding its first annual minced-tuber-celebration on September...

12 Unique Places to Stay for Fun Themed Oregon Lodging

Do you ever find yourself thinking, "I wish this mundane, run-of-the-mill hotel was more awesome"? Maybe you're wishing for someplace more retro, more treehouse, more Airstream, more historical. More SOMETHING. Look no further. We've got your checklist of some of the most downright...

There’s a Little Piece of Oregon In This Photo From the Moon

The only real backstory you need is this: From 1964-1966, NASA trained Apollo astronauts on the rocky surfaces of lava-flow abundant near Bend, Oregon. Through his training there, astronaut Jim Irwin became well-acquainted with Floyd Watson, Bend's building inspector. When Irwin was selected for...
Breathtaking Helicopter Tours of Oregon Are Happening Now

Breathtaking Helicopter Tours of Oregon Are Happening Now

This one-of-a-kind adventure is waiting just around the corner from your favorite Portland coffee shops and restaurants in the Old Town District. Oregon Helicopters is the largest air tour company in the state of Oregon, and most of their flights take off from a...

Celebrate ‘Merica in Oregon: 4th of July Events Guide 2019

Celebrate ‘Merica in Oregon: 4th of July Events Guide 2019

Looking for the perfect thing to do with friends and family for the 4th of July 2019? Look no further. From berry festivals, to live music and over the top firework shows, these are some of the coolest Independence Day events in Oregon. Northern Oregon 4th of July...

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