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Eileen Garvin

Eileen Garvin lives and writes in Hood River. When she’s not hunched over her keyboard or digging in the garden, you can find her mountain biking, kiteboarding, hiking, skiing or camping somewhere in Oregon.

Road Trip: Classic Gorge Food

June 12, 2015
Summer is classic road trip season, and a genuine road trip calls for authentic road food. The Columbia River Gorge offers plenty of scenic mileage with the Historic Columbia River Highway, the Hood River County Fruit Loop and Highway 26 winding south around Mt. Hood. Don’t miss these timeless Gorge treats when you hit the… More
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Mt. Hood & Columbia River Gorge , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink ,

Taste the Spirits of Oregon

June 3, 2015
We Oregonians love scrappy individualism, DIY know-how and a strong sense of community. Oh, and a good drink. Oregon’s distillers capture all of that and then some. In 2007, many of the state’s craft distilleries banded together as the Oregon Distillers Guild (the nation’s first), offering spirit lovers the chance to try handcrafted, small batch vodka,… More
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Spirits & Distilleries , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink ,

Eastern Oregon Road Trip Food

May 29, 2015
The folks out in Eastern Oregon have some serious bragging rights: the deepest river Gorge in North America, some of the highest peaks in the state and more scenic byways than any other region. But their accolades in food and drink are equally stellar. Eat your way into the boasting club by visiting these unique… More
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Eastern Oregon , Restaurants , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink ,

New Coast Classics

May 26, 2015
The beauty of the Oregon Coast is timeless. And some of the best memories are created out of that classic coastal environment — wide open beaches, crashing waves and friendly small towns. But amid that happily unchanging sameness, there’s always something new on the Coast. This summer, don’t miss these fresh new experiences. Fat Tire Bikes… More
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Explore the Wonders of Newberry National Volcanic Monument

May 12, 2015
Standing on the summit of 500-foot Lava Butte south of Bend is to be grounded in Oregon’s volcanic past. More
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Central Oregon , Bend , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Attractions ,

Oregon Coast Electric Byway

Oregon has a reputation for a commitment to sustainability, so it’s no wonder the state is embracing electric vehicles (EVs) with such enthusiasm. Now you can take a trip along all 363 miles of the beautiful Oregon Coast and charge your EV along the way. This three-day itinerary will take you from Portland to Astoria… More
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Eastern Oregon Gravel Grinds, Trains, Trams and Llamas

May 10, 2015
Folks in Eastern Oregon have a way of thinking outside the box. Settled by 19th-century pioneers, it’s no wonder that these rural communities have their own Wild West approach to travel too. Visit Eastern Oregon for a journey like no other. Joseph Branch Railriders If you like bikes and you like trains, you will love… More
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Road Trip: Pendleton

April 22, 2015
A brisk wind blows down the sidewalk outside The Prodigal Son Brewery and Pub in Pendleton (pop. 16,935). But the cavernous interior of this brewery housed in a former Packard dealership is warm, welcoming and unaccountably packed on a weekday afternoon. An inside wall retains the remnants of old advertisements, and large windows draw in… More
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Unplug with an Oregon Farm Stay

April 20, 2015
When you come to a farm stay, it’s your decision how much (or little) activity you want to do. With lodging ranging from luxury farmhouses to rustic cabins, it’s all about connecting to the food, fresh air and countryside. You can certainly choose to help out with farm chores or take part in farm-based activities. Or you can opt for the hammock and glass of wine. Here’s your guide to Oregon’s wide variety of farm and ranch stays across the state. More
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Farm & Ranch Stays , Culinary Experiences , Farms & Ranches , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink ,

Where to Fuel Up on the Grande Tour Scenic Bikeway

April 9, 2015
A great bike tour demands good food and drink, so we invite you to taste your way along the Grande Tour Scenic Bikeway in Eastern Oregon. The 134.5-mile ride figure-eights through La Grande and Baker City, and can easily be broken into a two days (which leaves plenty of time to enjoy delicious local fare).… More
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Eastern Oregon , Baker City , Bicycling , Culinary Experiences , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink ,