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How to see Newport, Oregon, in one day

May 31, 2023 by Matthew Leave a Comment

A view of the iconic Yaquina Bay Bridge in Newport Oregon. The sky is blue with puffy clouds while in the foreground there are weather coastal pine trees leaning down to the water.

This article about visiting Newport, Oregon, in one day is for you if: You may be new to the Oregon Coast. This day trip to Newport, Oregon, is terrific because you can experience the "greatest hits" in a concentrated area. Enjoy a vibrant harbor, a world-class Aquarium, two lighthouses, a historic beach, and ancient forests in a nature-forward manner that's great for the … [Read more...] about How to see Newport, Oregon, in one day

My favorite things to do in Seaside, Oregon

April 20, 2022 by Matthew

The iconic lamp post on the Seaside Promenade is made of yellow painted concrete with a black casing for the light fixture. The sky is bright blue and just a faint line of surf from the ocean can be seen banging onto the beach.

My family has visited the Oregon Coast since before I can remember, and Seaside, Oregon was one of the favorites -- along with Cannon Beach. The proximity to our home near Portland (about ninety minutes) was convenient for a family drive, but there were also so many different things to do in Seaside, Oregon. In high school and college, my friends and I would pile into our cars … [Read more...] about My favorite things to do in Seaside, Oregon

Ranching reflections — guarding the gate of discovery and connection

June 20, 2021 by Matthew

When I was about ten years old I started learning about quiet contemplation in the world — from a cow trail in the middle of a vast expanse of ranch land.   In the Summer, my dad would load my two younger brothers (Bobby and Patrick) and I up into his green Datsun pickup truck and take us out to the farm. It’s still unclear how crucial we were to these … [Read more...] about Ranching reflections — guarding the gate of discovery and connection

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

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