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Total Solar Eclipse: Resources

November 19, 2016
Whether you only catch the 2017 total solar eclipse or plan to stay to enjoy more of Oregon, these resources will help. Your first stop online should be TravelOregon.com, where you can order travel guides and maps. And before setting out, check road conditions and travel advisors at TripCheck.com. You’ll find many other helpful resources… More
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Total Solar Eclipse Events

A total solar eclipse is rare. You probably won’t be alive when the next one falls over Oregon. So it’s only natural to feel excited about this once-in-a-lifetime celestial occurrence. Because you’re not alone. Across the state, communities are hosting special events in honor of the total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017. And they’re celebrating in the most Oregon ways possible — with wine, music, history, science and the great outdoors. Take a look at some of the eclipse events scheduled to take place, and keep checking this page...
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Total Solar Eclipse: Know Before You Go

Eclipse chasers from around the world are expected to come to Oregon to see this rare astronomical event. The path of totality spreads across a relatively rural area of the state that isn’t used to such a large numbers of visitors. For this reason, it’s important to show up booked and ready with a plan.… More
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Opt Outside on Green Friday

November 16, 2016
Oregon State Parks will waive parking and admission fees at all parks statewide on the day after Thanksgiving. More
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Historic Highway Bingo: Hood River to The Dalles

September 10, 2016
Wake up in paradise, Hood River, the windsurfing capital of the world and the perfect place to linger during a tour of the Gorge. If you spend the night in the Columbia Gorge Hotel (N4), a 1920 historic landmark frequented by old Hollywood stars and presidents, grab a great view of Wah-Gwin-Gwin Falls, the second-highest waterfall in the Gorge. More
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Historic Highway Bingo: Scenic Corridor to Mitchell Point

Take a trip back in time and experience the Columbia River Gorge as it was a century ago. Thanks to community restoration work, previously abandoned sections of the historic highway are returning to their early glory days. We recommend bringing some hiking shoes and a bike to take full advantage of this adventurous, often car-free segment. More
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Historic Highway Bingo: Troutdale to Waterfall Alley

Slip away from city life and escape to the Columbia River Gorge. The Historic Columbia River Highway begins (or ends, depending on your direction) on the outskirts of Greater Portland in the charming town of Troutdale (B1), known as the “Gateway to the Gorge.” Browse stores and galleries downtown, eat meals from vintage cookbooks and stroll the grounds of McMenamins Edgefield. In true centennial spirit, you can locate the new bronze statues of the historic highway’s visionaries, Samuel Lancaster and Sam Hill, in Troutdale’s Visionary... More
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Historic Highway Bingo

September 1, 2016
You might feel a little intimidated by how much there is to see along the Historic Columbia River Highway. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. See jaw-dropping waterfalls, find the best viewpoints and trails, learn about the region and take too many pictures. Now you can reap the rewards of your exploration with Historic Highway Bingo, a limited-time game hosted by the Friends of the Columbia Gorge in honor of the route’s centennial celebration. Each Bingo card corresponds to a section of the 73-mile Historic...
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My Oregon: Locals’ Favorite Places

July 1, 2016
Oregon is pretty big. It’s the ninth largest state in the U.S., covering nearly 100,000 square miles. There are a lot of places to explore. So it’s no wonder that everyone who visits Oregon has a different story to tell. From fly-fishing along the North Umpqua River to meteor shower viewings from a mountaintop, Oregon has a lot to offer. We asked some of the state’s best known travelers to share some of their favorite spots. Take a look at the My Oregon series and... More
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Oregon Road Sessions

June 2, 2016
Sure, this state is beautiful. But part of what makes Oregon, well, Oregon are the people. Creativity flows through our towns and out of our borders. Watch this year's Oregon Road Sessions and you'll understand. Talented Pacific Northwest musicians turned historic Oregon State Parks into performances stages, playing their biggest hits in some pretty unique places. From the newest Oregon State Park to the oldest water-powered mill in the state and an abandoned ghost town's church, these are venues most bands would never even dream... More
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