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Ben McBee

Ben McBee is a Portland-based writer and photographer who grew up along the banks of the Rogue River in Southern Oregon. He specializes in travel, food and science and his work has appeared in 1859 Oregon's Magazine, Portland Monthly and TravelAge West. When he's not producing stories, he enjoys hiking with his partner and pet Cockapoo.

A UFO Chaser’s Guide to Oregon

March 15, 2020
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