About the Author

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.

Local’s Picks: Lynne Curry

August 27, 2012
Lynne Curry is an Oregon food writer, blogger, private chef and Ask Oregon Expert. Her cookbook, “Pure Beef: An Essential Guide to Artisan Meat With Recipes for Every Cut,” was published in May and has received praise from the Washington Post, Los Angeles Times and American Grassfed Association. (Curry says her favorite media attention was… More
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Eastern Oregon , Joseph , Trip Ideas ,

Chef John Helleberg talks Fall Bounty

August 23, 2012
Signs of fall: your tomatoes finally ripened and there’s a zucchini the size of a VW Beetle hiding in your yard. But Oregon squeezes in another grand season of fresh fruits, vegetables and fungi in the fall. We talked with John Helleberg, chef at Brian’s Pourhouse in Hood River, to find out what autumn treasures… More
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Mt. Hood & Columbia River Gorge , Hood River , Culinary Events , Sustainable Travel , Farmers Markets , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink , Events ,

Northeastern Oregon Birding Trail

August 8, 2012
The wide-open spaces of Eastern Oregon make for rich bird-watching opportunities year-round. The town of Pendleton, conveniently located near several birding spots, offers a great home base for this birding trail. Take flight from there during the day and come back to roost in the evening at one of the towns many great hotels. Feeling… More
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Eastern Oregon , Pendleton , State Parks , Birding , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Trip Ideas , Attractions ,

Breakfast Around the Neighborhoods

July 31, 2012
Get a morning taste of Portland with this tour of neighbor breakfast spots. More
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Portland Region , Portland , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink ,

Local’s Picks: Gerry Frank

July 23, 2012
Civic leader, restaurateur, businessman, chairman of many boards and writer Gerry Frank has added another line to his resume with the publication of “Gerry Frank’s Oregon.” Published in partnership with The Oregonian newspaper (where Frank has been writing for 27 years) and released on August 1, the book catalogues more than 650 Oregon places and… More
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Trip Ideas ,

Down on the Farm

July 20, 2012
Sometimes getting away from it all is more about what you are getting to. That’s what Scottie Jones has learned from guests who visit Leaping Lamb Farm Stay, her working farm in Alsea. “Everybody loves how quiet and peaceful it is. Things are kind of turned off, and the family gets to be a family,”… More
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Willamette Valley , Alsea , Farm & Ranch Stays , Family Fun , Farms & Ranches , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink ,

Two Days in Pendleton

July 13, 2012
Located in the foothills of the Blue Mountains, Pendleton was first platted in 1868. The town has a rich history, including many local businesses that have been in operation for more than 100 years. Day One Start your day with breakfast at the Rainbow Café. It’s the oldest business in town, first opened in 1883… More
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Eastern Oregon , Pendleton , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Beer & Breweries , Casinos , Native American Culture , Museums , Shopping , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink , Culture & History , Attractions ,

Trail Talk with Terry Richard

July 11, 2012
Sunshine and snow melt mean open season for backpacking. We decided to talk to Terry Richard, who has been writing about the outdoors for “The Oregonian” newspaper since the 1970s. Richard has climbed, hiked and backpacked all over Oregon, so we knew he’d have some fun trip ideas. What Oregon peaks have you climbed? All… More
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Hiking & Backpacking , Trip Ideas ,

Berry Season

June 28, 2012
If you’ve been eagerly awaiting Oregon berry season, you aren’t alone. Portland’s Ken Forkish (owner of Ken’s Artisan Bakery and three-time semi-finalist for the James Beard Award for Outstanding Pastry Chef) fully embraces the bounty of Oregon berries each summer. “The joy is in the variety that we have. Once summer kicks in, it is… More
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Culinary Events , Culinary Experiences , Farmers Markets , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink , Events ,

Outdoor Family Fun

June 27, 2012
Summer is a great time to try something new with the family, and Oregon has no end of outdoor fun. Get outside and learn something about Oregon, our sea life, camping, wetlands or the local food movement. You’ll probably learn something about yourself too! Dig it: Learn to crab or clam in Siletz Bay in… More
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Oregon Coast , Lincoln City , Kayaking , State Parks , Amusement Parks , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Camping , Family Fun , Culinary Experiences , Seafood , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink , Attractions ,