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The Most Common Birds In Oregon (A Helpful Guide)

Oregon, a haven for bird enthusiasts, is home to a diverse array of Oregon birds, from the vibrant Western Tanager to the stealthy Swainson’s Thrush. With this rich diversity comes the responsibility to promote bird conservation and ensure these beautiful creatures continue to thrive. In this...

Maxville: The Oregon Ghost Town That Flouted Jim Crow

Before I had developed an interest in and explored many of Oregon's "Ghost Towns", Maxville was quite unknown to me. Located deep in Wallowa County, little is physically left of the old logging town but rich and sometimes disturbing history remains. One night I managed to catch an episode of OPB's...

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 Abandoned buildings and places had...

Five Awesome Summer Camps in 2019 for Kids in Oregon

As most Oregonians know, our state is replete with incredible outdoor and indoor activities for our kiddos. Summer vacation is just around the corner, and as parents you're probably already brainstorming fun things to do, with and without your littles in our season of sunshine. Growing up in a...

22 Fun Things To Do Indoors When Oregon Gets Wet

Let's face it, us Oregonians absolutely embrace the rain, but sometimes unless maybe you're hiking somewhere beautiful we just want to stay dry and enjoy indoor activities. With that said, today I have put together a list of only some of the many great fun indoor things to do in Portland, Eugene...
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