by Tyler James | Nov 15, 2024 | Entertainment, Events, News
This weekend, the Oregon Zoo in Portland is hosting its sixth annual BrewLights event on Friday, November 15, and Saturday, November 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. This 21-and-over festival offers attendees the chance to sample beverages from over 50 Northwest...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Nov 15, 2024 | Adventures, Entertainment, Family Fun, Farm Visits, Featured, Food, Food & Drink, Holidays, Interesting, Oregon Coast, Oregon Wine, Summer Break, Summer Vacation, Things To Do, Travel
Tasty cheese, wine, and awesome grilled cheese sandwiches are just a few reasons to visit Blue Heron. Alongside the awesome food, the petting zoo and free roaming peacocks are also a main attraction. When most people think of Tillamook, they’re drawn right to the...
by Tyler James | Nov 14, 2024 | Adventures
Recently named one of the "11 Best Small Mountain Towns in the US to Visit in 2025" by a travel brand known as Matador Network, Hood River, Oregon, has officially secured its place on the map as an iconic small-town getaway, bursting with adventure, history, and...
by Tyler James | Nov 14, 2024 | Adventures
There’s a hidden gem tucked away on 28th Street in Springfield, Oregon, that many people might miss on their first pass. But those who know, know: Styr Kurbside Kitchen is a must-stop for some of the best Southern comfort food in the Pacific Northwest. Lisa M. de Rave...
by Tyler James | Nov 13, 2024 | News, Weather
After a recent tornado struck Rockaway Beach, Portland residents are being urged to brace for another bout of severe weather. The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed that an EF-0 tornado touched down in Rockaway Beach on Monday night, bringing 85 mph winds that...
by Tyler James | Nov 12, 2024 | News
Brace yourself, Oregon Coast fans: the dramatic power of the ocean is about to put on a show this week with monstrous waves, stormy weather, and the rare arrival of king tides. If you've ever wanted to witness the ocean at its wildest, mark your calendar for Nov. 15,...
by Tyler James | Nov 12, 2024 | News
Big news for ski enthusiasts! Mt. Bachelor has announced an early opening for the ski season, starting this Friday, November 15—two weeks ahead of the original schedule. This marks the mountain’s earliest season launch since 1998. Thanks to more than 40 inches of...
by Jessica Tomlinson | Nov 12, 2024 | Adventures, Christmas, Family Fun, Featured, Forest Bathing, Hiking, Holidays, Thanksgiving, Things To Do, Travel, Willamette Valley
200 Christmas ornaments will be hidden along select trails in Oregon forests. If you find one, you get to keep it and register for the grand prize! Who's up for an Oregon treasure hunt? Oregonians are familiar with all sorts of treasure hunt stories, from the...
by Diana Flowers | Nov 11, 2024 | Adventures, Waterfalls
The Umpqua National Forest in Southern Oregon makes you feel like you’ve entered a magical realm, and you half expect to see a fairy peeking around a tree trunk as you hike through it. And, all along the beautiful Umpqua River you’ll find sparkling waterfalls of all...
by Diana Flowers | Nov 10, 2024 | Food & Drink, Restaurants
To me, the simplest meals are often the best. And, for a breakfast lover like me, an egg sandwich made with a perfectly fried egg with a gooey center is the ideal meal. If you too are a fan, then Fried Egg I’m in Love in Portland will knock your socks off. This...
