About the Author

Jen Anderson

Jen Anderson is a longtime journalist and travel writer/editor who is now Travel Oregon’s Content & Community Manager, helping to align content for visitors via social media, print and web. She’s called Oregon home for 25 years and loves finding the latest places to eat, drink and play around the state with her husband and two boys. Brewpubs, beaches and bike trails top the list.

10 Top Adventure Spots in Central Oregon

June 29, 2020
The moon-rock landscapes, high-desert sagebrush, forested mountain trails, and easily accessible rivers and lakes are ripe for fun in Central Oregon. More
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10 Awe-Inspiring Places in Eastern Oregon

June 24, 2020
If a picture says a thousand words, the ruggedly handsome landscapes of Eastern Oregon speak volumes. More
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Vineyard Hikes, History and Community at Eola Hills Winery

May 13, 2020
At many Oregon wineries, you may be content to sip your favorite pinot noir, soak up the stunning views and head home for the day. At Eola Hills Wine Cellars in Salem, however, a day of wine tasting can be much more. More
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Oregon’s Top Eco-Friendly Wineries

May 12, 2020
Oregon now produces more than half of the biodynamic wines in the United States — a feat that’s attracted national attention. More
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Find a CSA in Oregon

Oregon’s CSA (community-supported agriculture) programs have been booming in popularity for good reason: These shares of fresh, local, seasonal goods come directly from the farmers and ranchers across Oregon who’ve been the backbone of our famous farm-to-table dining scene. More
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Celebrate Oregon’s Independent Movie Theaters

May 11, 2020
You can still help Oregon’s beloved theater institutions to stay afloat until they’re able to reopen. More
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Oregon’s Spirit of Travel Lives On

April 27, 2020
Within a few hours’ drive, Oregonians have access to verdant forests and mountains, the high desert and lush wine country, bountiful rivers and 363 miles of pristine public coastline. More
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How to Enjoy Memorial Day Weekend at Home

April 22, 2020
No travel for Memorial Day this year? No problem. You and your family (those in your household) can still turn the holiday into a memorable staycation — and we do mean staycation, as social-distancing rules remain in effect. More
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Oregon Chefs at Home

April 13, 2020
Food brings people together, no matter whether we’re dining at the same restaurant, sitting around the kitchen table or obsessing over pretty dishes on Instagram. More
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How to Stay Positive and Connected in Oregon

Cabin fever is a real thing — and might be setting in strong — but experts say it’s crucial to keep connected and positive while staying home and staying safe.  More
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