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.

College Kids’ Guide to Spring Break in Eastern and Central Oregon

February 22, 2019
When it comes to spring break, the pristine landscapes of of Central and Eastern Oregon offer a different type of “wild” experience. Just a few hours’ road trip from the city, the stress of exams and social media fade away, giving way to sagebrush plains, craggy mountain ranges and lush forest trails, ripe for camping, hiking, biking and yes, even hot springs. Here are four reenergizing, budget-friendly getaway for the student (or student at heart) in your life. More
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Cheers to Oregon Solidarity Wine

February 12, 2019
Oregon oenophiles this year will be able to sip and savor three special-release wines that are the happy result of a mission-driven operation: to save about 150 tons of precious winemaking grapes from small family farms in Southern Oregon’s Rogue Valley. More
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Warm up with These Chowder Spots on the Oregon Coast

A steaming bowl of clam chowder on the Oregon Coast is liquid nourishment for the body and soul any time of year. Here’s your guide to some of visitors’ favorite spots. More
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Romantic Getaways in the Willamette Valley

January 30, 2019
With 500-plus wineries and year-round air of joie de vivre, Oregon’s Willamette Valley is easily one of most enchanting places to take a romantic getaway. More
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MAX Trips From Portland

Staying in Portland but don’t want to bother with driving? You’re in luck, as Portland has one of the best-developed transit systems in the nation. More
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First-Timer’s Guide to Packing for Oregon

January 11, 2019
How do you pack for your trip to Oregon? Here’s a handy guide to packing the essentials for all seasons. More
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Oregon Coast Fishing Guides at Your Service

January 10, 2019
Outfitters and guides work year-round on the Oregon Coast, offering the thrill of angling without the hassle of securing your own fishing gear. More
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A Year of Oregon Adventures in 2019

December 21, 2018
Always dreamed of zip-lining through the forest, riding horseback along the dunes or paddling down a pristine river like a boss? This is the year to make a bucket list of Oregon adventures. More
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Take a Guided Snow Tour This Winter

December 20, 2018
If you’re new to the scene or just need a refresher, you can take a guided snow tour. This guided experiences come with all gear, expert instruction and often transportation, too. More
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How to ‘Run Fast, Eat Slow’ in Oregon

December 13, 2018
World-class marathoner and four-time Olympian Shalane Flanagan and chef Elyse Kopecky are back with a new cookbook: “Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow: Quick-Fix Recipes for Hangry Athletes.” More
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