Scientists Baffled By Old Boat Guy’s Heat Wave Popularity Spike
PORTLAND, Ore. — As Oregon heads into another triple-digit heat wave, scientists say they are mystified by a seasonal phenomenon known only as Old Boat Guy’s Popularity Spike. According to local marina records, the silver-haired man whose first name no one can agree on experiences an exponential increase in female “friends” the moment temperatures cross into the upper 90s. By the time triple digits hit, eyewitnesses report his boat is mysteriously full of bikini-clad passengers, most of whom...
TRAVEL
Oregon is a beautiful destination for travelers who enjoy exploring the great outdoors. With its diverse landscape of mountains, forests, waterfalls, and coastline, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
This Cozy Small Town Oregon Shop Serves The Most Mouthwatering Australian Meat Pies
Flaky, buttery crust surrounds delicious fillings like ground beef, lamb, and even kangaroo. If you want to try something different and utterly delicious, this is the spot!
Folks Drive For Miles For This Finger Lickin’ Texas BBQ at a Remote Country Store in Oregon
Folks, I've been around the block more times than I care to admit, chewed on brisket from one end of this great nation to the other, but let me tell y'all something right now: there ain't nothing—I...
Cassidy’s Restaurant And Bar – A Portland Gem Serving Delights Since 1979
If you're strolling through downtown Portland craving something truly special, Cassidy's Restaurant and Bar is a must-visit spot. Nestled in a historic building around the corner from the iconic...
FOOD & DRINK
Explore Oregon’s food and drink scene – from locally sourced ingredients to craft brews and award-winning wines. Plan your culinary adventure now!
The Classic Diner In Oregon Where Locals Catch Up Over A Hearty Breakfast
Found in Salem, Oregon, Patty's Off-Center Cafe has been a hidden gem since its inception in February of 2015. With a modest 38-seat setup, this unassuming diner has quickly become a staple for...
The Pies At This Popular Oregon Restaurant Will Blow Your Taste Buds Away
There’s not a lot to see in the small, blink-and-you'll-miss-it town of Westport along Hwy 30. In fact, the one establishment you probably do know here lies between Clatskanie and Astoria and is the...
This Charming Home Became One of Oregon’s Most Popular Italian Food Restaurants
Beppe & Gianni's Trattoria, consistently celebrated as 'Eugene's Best Italian Restaurant' by The Register Guard, stands as a charming emblem of the Eugene community. This delightful trattoria,...
10 Reasons You Must Visit Southeast Oregon This Year
When people think of Oregon they tend to think of lush green forests filled with ferns, long weeks of rain in the winter, and perhaps of Oregon's abundance of stunning waterfalls. What you might not have known is that two thirds of Oregon has a completely different...
Awe-Inspiring Images of Oregon King Tide Waves
January 11, 2020 brought an incredibly beautiful phenomenon to the Pacific NW coastline: the King Tide. Higher than normal tides typically occur during a new or full moon, or during specific seasons around the country. While amazing to witness, we want to stress the...
2023 Extensive Travel Guide to Clear Lake, Oregon
Clear Lake in Oregon is a scenic destination that boasts stunning natural beauty and a fascinating geological history. Some people refer to Clear Lake as the "Bass Capital of the West." This stunning body of water is the result of a volcanic eruption that occurred...
Unplug and Plan a Getaway to This Gorgeous Historic Hotel in Oregon
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 Kennedy School while living in NE PDX circa the early 2000s. I...
Enjoy Ziplining and Paintball at This Unique Oregon Campground
Oregonians have a thing for the outdoors and adventure. We love to hike, fish, camp, and do activities that get our heart rate up, such as rock climbing or flying through the trees on a zip line. Camp Dakota in Scotts Mills Oregon not far from Salem is an all-in-one...
Mysterious Photo of Kennedy in Oregon Raises Fascinating Questions
Mistaken identity? Long lost family? I love a good mystery, and all things Kennedy-related still seem to fascinate even 60-years later. The original attention-grabber from this post in the Forgotten Oregon facebook group was JFK himself. Charming as usual with a...
14 Oregon Vacation Rentals With Killer Views
Oregon is filled with stunning landscapes and creative people who build incredible vacation rentals that capitalize on those views. Here are 14 rentals in Oregon with jaw dropping views of our beautiful state. 1. The Hideaway At Hidden Lake Ranch This vacation rental...
This Rusty Mt Hood Cabin Is Hiding Something Magical Inside!
From the outside you might just think this is a rusty old cabin that was abandoned long ago. It's not until you see the inside that you realize that this is possibly the cutest little cabin in the entire state. The first indication that not all is as it seems as you...
Sleep Overnight In These Old Grain Silos Converted Into a Charming Bed And Breakfast
From the exterior, the three vintage grain bins at the center of the farm look like typical utilitarian structures one would see on almost any back road in the state of Oregon. Go inside, however, and you'll find something truly amazing. Rural Yamhill County is a...
A Photographer’s Journey: Capturing Old Schoolhouses of Oregon History
I don't know when or why this obsession first came about. If I try to trace it back, maybe it was my first glimpse of Lower Eight Mile School, sitting alone and desolate in a field somewhere west of The Dalles. One Room Schoolhouses are Important Oregon History...