The Oregon Coast is a mystical place that sticks with you if you’re open to it. I’m still pondering my time at Heceta Head Lighthouse, which I wrote about a few weeks back. Even though it was over a month ago, I continue working on an internal conversation weaving through the fabric of my travels. An early blog post of mine way back in 2019 (which seems like … [Read more...] about What does access to nature really mean, and can it help save the planet?
Oregon coast
Overnight at Heceta Head Lighthouse — a favorite Oregon Coast experience
Visiting the Oregon Coast is coming home for me. I’ve only ever known the waves crashing on the sand or spitting up through rock stacks. The salty mist seems to cover everything with a sticky resin that helps me connect to the wild beauty of the State that raised me. I set out on an adventure from Seattle to re-engage my longing to connect with familiar and … [Read more...] about Overnight at Heceta Head Lighthouse — a favorite Oregon Coast experience
Yachats, Oregon Coastal dreaming
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
A weekend in Astoria, Oregon — a great getaway itinerary
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
My 10 favorite things to do in Astoria, Oregon
This is a love letter to Astoria, Oregon. I have fond memories of spending time in this coastal enclave growing up -- regularly visiting a favorite baby sitter whose family moved down the river. In fact, she took me to see Star Wars for the first time at the Liberty Theatre (just recently renovated downtown.) I continue to explore the area on regular trips home to see family … [Read more...] about My 10 favorite things to do in Astoria, Oregon
