by Tyler James | Jan 24, 2018 | Featured, Interesting, Videos, Wildlife
Did you know that gray wolves (Canis lupis) were once very common in Oregon? In fact, they occupied most of the state. However, due to an effort to eradicate the species in the 1940s, they became less common. According to an Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife...
by Madison Miller | Jan 17, 2018 | Architecture, Do It Yourself, Featured, Homes, Tiny Homes
Have you ever wanted to assemble an entire home, the same way you would build IKEA furniture? Well now you can, and The Backcountry Hut Company (BHC) will deliver you your pre-fabricated home in the US and Canada by helicopter to your dream location. "Our customers...
by Tyler James | Jan 12, 2018 | Adventures, Featured, Hiking
Here in the pacific northwest, we have an insane amount of beautiful places to explore. If you're looking for an adventure this weekend, we have some amazing hikes here to check out for you. Sure, suspension bridges can be a little bit intimidating. While they aren't...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Dec 12, 2017 | Adventures, Central Oregon, Hiking, Interesting, Oregon Coast, Southern Oregon, Waterfalls
This is hiking Oregon in the rain, and we have put a list featuring hikes in Oregon that are perfect for rainy days. Raindrops smack into leaves above your head, drip down through the canopy, and finally splash down into the cool running waters of a rushing creek....
by Tyler James | Dec 11, 2017 | Adventures, Entertainment, Family Fun, Featured, Mt. Hood, Things To Do
As winter approaches in Oregon, sometimes it takes us a little more motivation to get out and enjoy the outdoors. With the blistering cold, it can be a little too much sometimes. So if you're looking for a little extra motivation and something you can enjoy with the...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Dec 3, 2017 | Breweries, Business, Drink, Food, Food & Drink, Oregon Coast, Restaurants, Things To Do, Travel
With incredible food and beer that captures the spirit of Astoria, this special Oregon brewery on the water is a place where culture and community meet. It takes an incredible vision to come up with a place like this. Buoy Beer offers a chance to sip and dine in a...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Nov 30, 2017 | Adventures, Central Oregon, Featured, Hiking, Interesting, Mt. Hood, Southern Oregon, Things To Do, Travel, Waterfalls, Wildlife
Winter is upon us in all its chilly, icy splendor. That means it's time to get out your waterproof hiking boots or snowshoes and head outdoors to see Oregon wearing its impressive winter coat of snow, frost and ice. There's nothing quite like stepping out into a fresh...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Nov 27, 2017 | Christmas, Family Fun, Holidays, Interesting, Things To Do, Travel
This article has been updated to reflect the holidays for 2022. Have you ever seen the movie The Polar Express? Have you ever wished you could take a magical train ride with your family or friends during the holidays and meet Santa? It turns out holiday rides are a...
by Tyler James | Nov 27, 2017 | Food & Drink, Oregon Coast, Restaurants, Travel
Astoria is not only home to The Goonies, but the best little fishing boat in town serving up some mouthwatering fish and chips. Bowpicker Fish & Chips offers firm chunks of Albacore tuna lightly beer battered and fried to perfection by Ron and Linda. Their...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Nov 23, 2017 | History, Interesting, Portland, Stories
Pioneer Courthouse Square is sometimes called 'Portland's Living Room'. It's a great place to relax, hang out, or meet up in downtown Portland. Pioneer Square has been a popular place to host events such as holiday ale festivals, concerts, education exhibitions, and...
