Painted Hills
My visit to the Painted Hills, one of the "Seven Wonders of Oregon". Spectacular scenery with fun, short hikes. [more]
Adventures
adventures
John Day Fossil Beds
I'm going back in time at the John Day Fossil Beds. Stunning formations, trails and vistas just down the highway from Oregon's famous Painted Hills. [more]
Canby Ferry
A great little day trip and a reminder of what life was like before Portland had so many bridges. [more]
Camassia Natural Area
A wildflower hike in the middle of the city, well, West Linn, but close enough. Short, sweet and colorful. [more]
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Check out the winter migratory birds at at local wildlife refuge just a few miles north of portland. Bring your binoculars! [more]
Hike: Drift Creek Falls
A short hike with a big payoff: a suspension bridge! Check this one out on your way to the coast. [more]
Oneonta Gorge
One of the most beautiful spots in the Columbia River Gorge. But you have to earn it, to get inside. [more]
The Oregon Caves
Jacob and spent this last weekend on a little vacation in Southern Oregon so we stopped to see the Oregon Caves. I’ve been a fan of caves since I was a little girl [more]
Ross Island Kayak Tour
I take a tour of Ross Island from the water. Kayaking on the Willamette! [more]
Poet’s Beach
A new sandy beach in the heart of downtown Portland with great views. Why aren't there more of these? [more]