by Danielle Denham | Aug 1, 2023 | Conservation, Family Fun, Featured, Portland
Get ready for a dose of cuteness! This summer, the Oregon Zoo is welcoming a squad of eleven tiny northwestern pond turtles, each just the size of a shiny quarter. These pint-sized reptilian residents are settling in nicely at the zoo, where the dedicated conservation...
by Tyler James | Aug 1, 2023 | News
Fresh from The Oregonian's news desk, our sights are set on some fascinating wildlife activity - specifically the elusive cougars in Cannon Beach. It's happening again, folks. Not one, but two cougar sightings were recently reported. This is just weeks after another...
by Danielle Denham | Jul 31, 2023 | Featured, Stargazing
Each summer, sky gazers from around the globe eagerly anticipate the awe-inspiring spectacle known as the Perseid Meteor Shower. This mesmerizing cosmic event has entranced spectators for centuries, tracing its roots back to the time of ancient civilizations. This...
by Tyler James | Jul 31, 2023 | News
Hey there, Oregonians! Here's a heads-up for you: starting this Friday, you're going to have a new choice at the gas station. Thanks to House Bill 2426 that recently passed in our state legislature, you'll get the option to fill up your car all by yourself at the pump...
by Danielle Denham | Jul 31, 2023 | Family Fun, Featured, Foraging, Portland, Summer Break, Summer Vacation
As I sit down to write this piece, the sun-kissed berries that danced in the summer sun on my recent visit to Columbia Farms U-Pick on Sauvie Island are still vivid in my mind. Let me take you on a virtual tour of this beautiful piece of Oregon, an agricultural oasis...
by Diana Flowers | Jul 31, 2023 | Adventures, Beaches, Camping, Hiking, Oregon Coast, Travel
Are you looking for a hidden oasis of outdoor recreation, stunning views and wildlife watching? Look no further than the Siuslaw National Forest in Oregon! The Siuslaw spans over 630,000 acres of coastal range terrain along the Pacific Ocean to the edge of the...
by Tyler James | Jul 30, 2023 | Food & Drink, News, Restaurants, Technology
Wow, guys! You will not believe what's happening in our small, quiet town of Estacada, Oregon! Picture this: you walk into your favorite local haunt, The Cazadero, and instead of Sherry Andrus, the ever-smiling owner, or one of the human servers approaching, it's a...
by Diana Flowers | Jul 30, 2023 | Adventures, News
We all know and love Oregon for its natural wonders found far and wide, but when our great state gets recognized by an international travel company, it’s time to sit up and take notice. On Wednesday, DiscoverCars.com, a website that helps travelers find the best deals...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Jul 29, 2023 | Featured, Interesting
In northern Oregon on the Columbia River lives a remarkable creature that has captured the hearts of locals and tourists alike: Herman the Sturgeon. At a whopping 89 years old, Herman is no ordinary fish, he's a living legend and a beloved icon at the ODFW Bonneville...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Jul 28, 2023 | Adventures, Entertainment, Family Fun, Featured, Forest Bathing, Interesting, Oregon Coast, Southern Oregon, Summer Vacation, Things To Do, Travel
Hidden away along the iconic Highway 101 in Port Orford, Oregon, lies a fun roadside attraction that takes visitors on a journey through time. The Prehistoric Gardens is a unique outdoor park that transports visitors back to the Mesozoic Era, allowing them to...
