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...
by Diana Flowers | Jul 26, 2023 | Adventures, Camping, Featured, Hiking, Photography, Southern Oregon, Travel
We know you’ve heard of it, but if you’ve never seen Crater Lake in person you don’t know what you’re missing! This is one of the most spectacular national parks in the country and it sits right in our backyard, so get out there and make this epic summer vacation...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Jul 26, 2023 | Entertainment, Events, Family Fun, Featured, Festivals, Food & Drink, Interesting, Things To Do, Travel, Willamette Valley
For 169 years, the Yamhill County Fair & Rodeo has been a staple event, etching its place in history as the oldest county fair in Oregon. Year after year, this beloved fair brings together communities from across Yamhill County and beyond for a memorable and...
by Diana Flowers | Jul 25, 2023 | Food, Food & Drink
Opened in 1991 in Corvallis by brothers Noho and Ray Marchesi, Local Boyz Hawaiian Cafe has not flagged in its popularity for over 30 years. And if these names sound familiar, that’s because Noho moved up to Portland in the mid ‘90s to open his equally-popular...
by Tyler James | Jul 23, 2023 | Featured, Food & Drink, Oregon Coast, Restaurants, Travel, Western Oregon
Foodie heaven, superb service, and a killer river view - welcome to my latest culinary adventure at the Bridgewater Bistro. This gem is all about celebrating local, sustainable food, drawn straight from the abundant richness of our local landscape. Indoor or alfresco,...
by Tyler James | Jul 23, 2023 | Eastern Oregon, Food & Drink, Restaurants, Travel
Nestled within the picturesque Steens Mountain region of southeastern Oregon, there lies a charming old gas station, its unassuming appearance masking its extraordinary standing. Steens Mountain, Oregon. Image by Bonnie Moreland / Flickr When I set out on a journey...
by Tyler James | Jul 22, 2023 | Adventures
On Saturday, fire outbreaks riddled Oregon, leading to evacuation mandates, while fresh fires sprung up amid the state's high temperatures and arid conditions. Here's an updated report on the substantial fire outbreaks across the state. In the upper Fall Creek area...
