Travel Oregon

By Leigh Brown Obviously it has been quite a while since I have written my last wine blog. I was out of the country for some time during the insane winter holidays but I admit it is mostly because I have a new addition to my life and I’m happy to say, it weighs under 50 pounds and puts a smile on my face from the moment I wake up to the moment I go to bed. His name is Bernie. My...

Summer is here! This July, we have fun ideas to get you splashing around Oregon, from learning to windsurf in the Columbia Gorge to dipping your toes in the Pacific Ocean. If you’re more inclined to sip than swim, July is Oregon Craft Beer month and you’re invited to the Oregon Brewer’s Festival at Portland’s Waterfront Park. Finally, in honor of Oregon’s liquid fun,...

Oregon, and specifically Portland, has been known for its quirky attractions and events. These days, Oregon has become home to a number of local artists. According to the Oregonian and the National Endowment for the Arts, "There are more artists than ever before in the United States -- about 2 million -- and Oregon is one state where the number of artists has grown decisively, jumping from 15th...

By Dermot Maty Needless to say it has been a tough year to be a salmon and a tough year to be a salmon pursuer. With the crazy weather, cold water, low counts, and seasonal closures one is easily led to believe that there is no Salmon Fishing in Oregon this year. But, that is just not true! Don’t believe me’ Well just ask Gary and Sharon of Columbia County what they think. Gary...

Photo: Brad and Chris near snow trail By Dawn Rasmussen Travel in the Pacific Northwest sometimes sees no borders, and while this is a Travel Oregon blog, one hike in nearby Washington State is just too good to pass up… it starts with humble beginnings in Portland and ends sweeping views of northern Oregon as the delicious finish. This past weekend, the sun was shining mightily under...

By Pepe Raphael, Entertainment Director for The Gorge Games My very first experience of the Columbia Gorge was playing “Pray for Wind“ with my band, The Bottle Blondes a few years ago. We played this very same event a couple of years in a row and the one thing I learned from this experience was first and foremost Hood River“s ability to attract the most fun audiences on the planet,...

Did you know that Oregon is turning 150 next year? As we approach our sesquicentennial celebration, we decided to look at the different cultures and peoples that have influenced this special place called Oregon. With you in mind, we compiled a fun list of heritage attractions and festivals, including Mt. Angel Oktoberfest, Native American Pow Wows, Alpenfest and so many others. Even this...