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Yachats, Oregon Coastal dreaming

October 24, 2021 by Matthew

Yachats Oregon beach at low tide. There are hundreds of seagulls sitting on the beach with water creating a reflection while other waves lightly crash on the beach. In the background are beach homes of different colors and twisted spruce trees.

The Oregon Coast is a wild place where a little something exists for everyone. The relatively uncrowded narrow strip of land between wilderness made up of a series of National Forest timberland and frothing ocean swells smashing against the shoreline allow the heart to open and wander. There seems no better place to experience this euphoric balance than Yachats, … [Read more...] about Yachats, Oregon Coastal dreaming

John Day Fossil Beds — the best 3-day drive itinerary

August 4, 2021 by Matthew

Matthew Kessi poses for a photo at the overlook to the Blue Basin in John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. The canyons are a variety of blue and green colors and continue up to grass covered slopes leading to pointed peaks. There are endless canyons in the background that flow to partly cloudy skies. Matthew is wearing a red shirt and green shorts and a backpack and blue hat. He looks sweaty, as if he is hiking.

Oregon is famous for natural diversity and Central Oregon hosts something for just about everyone. The famous variety of attractions cater perfectly to outdoor enthusiasts of all octane levels. Often overlooked is the other-worldly wonderland of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument and the fascinating drive that offers an up-close and personal connection to this colorful, … [Read more...] about John Day Fossil Beds — the best 3-day drive itinerary

Journey to Joseph, Oregon — spirit of the Wallowa Mountains

June 16, 2021 by Matthew

A barn near Joseph, Oregon sits on green grassland just in front of the Wallowa Mountains in Eastern Oregon. There are cattle grazing and wood posts create the fencing.

Oregon is a beautiful state, making for excellent road trips and journeys of exploration. The state offers diversity in many different examples of life, from edgy Portland and the fabulous food scene to quiet Western towns in Central Oregon. And when I ponder my favorite destinations in the state, my heart immediately swells at the thought of visiting Joseph, Oregon, in the … [Read more...] about Journey to Joseph, Oregon — spirit of the Wallowa Mountains

Oregon road trip — photo gallery and helpful tips

June 9, 2021 by Matthew

A blue SUV is parked on the side of a highway on an Oregon road trip while the South Sister of the Cascade Mountains rises up snow-covered, toward the blue sky.

Oregon road trip -- Table of Contents Photo Gallery -- diverse terrainKey regions of Oregon (coming soon)Itinerary ideas (coming soon)Interactive MapHelpful tips (coming soon)Planning guide (coming soon)How to get to Oregon (coming soon)Vehicles (coming soon)Food (coming soon)Where to stay (coming soon)Resources (coming soon) Oregon road trip -- photo gallery of a … [Read more...] about Oregon road trip — photo gallery and helpful tips

A weekend in Astoria, Oregon — a great getaway itinerary

June 2, 2021 by Matthew

Did I mention I grew up in Northwest Oregon, near Astoria? In my About me section there is more information about my early life in this part of the world. Now that I live in Seattle I find myself yearning to return home and a weekend getaway to Astoria, Oregon perfectly fits the bill. I’ve traveled to this seafaring city at the Mouth of the Columbia River many times from … [Read more...] about A weekend in Astoria, Oregon — a great getaway itinerary

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