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Kayla Brock

Kayla Brock was the Global Integrated Marketing Content Editor at Travel Oregon. She loves photography, traveling, and attending various arts performances around the state. Her perfect day would consist of grabbing brunch in the city followed by attending an arts performance before heading to the Oregon Coast to soak in the sun and waves.

Rodeo Roundup en Oregon

October 26, 2021
This summer celebrates the state's rich tradition of rodeo, including the iconic Pendleton Round-Up. Parade, dance, watch bronc riding and horse races, or even try your hand at wrangling a calf. There's no shortage of exciting things to do and see at these family-friendly heritage events. You just need a cowboy hat, a friendly smile… More
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Willamette Valley , St. Paul , Culture & Heritage Events , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Fairs & Festivals , Trip Ideas , Family Fun , Culture & History , Events , Sports ,

Cómo Explorar Las Áreas De Carros De Comida En Portland

September 28, 2021
En Portland, reunirse con amigos en cualquiera de los cientos de carros de comida, organizados en docenas de “módulos” o grupos alrededor de la ciudad, es un estilo de vida. Estas son algunas de las áreas de carros de comida de la Ciudad de las rosas para comenzar su viaje de degustación culinaria. More
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Portland Region , Portland , Food Carts , Eat & Drink ,

How to Explore Portland’s Food-Cart Pods

September 7, 2021
In Portland it’s just a way of life to meet up with friends at any of the hundreds of food carts, organized into dozens of “pods,” or clusters all around the city. Here are some top food-cart pods in Portland to start your culinary tasting journey. More
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Portland Region , Portland , Food Carts , Eat & Drink ,

Give the Gift of the Willamette Valley

November 19, 2020
Spark joy on a loved one’s face this holiday season by giving them a gift that takes them back to a memorable time in the Willamette Valley. Here are some ideas to get you started. More
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Willamette Valley , Shopping ,

Cozy Winter Experiences in Oregon

November 13, 2020
In Oregon for the past three years, I’ve started making my own winter fun: hibernating. Hibernating is the perfect way to recharge and makes me appreciate the warm steam of a mug of hot chocolate, the colorful visions of an old holiday movie or the soft fabric of a fleece blanket keeping my feet warm. More
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Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,

Finding Healing Through Bikepacking

July 23, 2020
Analise Cleopatra had never ridden a mountain bike before. The 29-year-old Portland filmmaker had never gone camping, either, and she suffers from long-term anxiety. Yet in September 2019, she embarked on a major adventure to push herself out of her comfort zone: She went bikepacking. More
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Central Oregon , Mountain Biking ,

Stream These Oregon Podcasts and Songs

March 25, 2020
Music and language have the power to unite people, helping us escape from reality through lyrics, tone, melody and rhythm.  More
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Trip Ideas ,

6 Tips for Getting Outside in Oregon

March 24, 2020
As Oregon's recreation sites reopen, visitors need to be prepared for new protocols at parks. More
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Outdoor Recreation ,

Oregon Rodeo Roundup

February 18, 2020
This summer celebrates the state's rich tradition of rodeo, including the iconic Pendleton Round-Up. Parade, dance, watch bronc riding and horse races, or even try your hand at wrangling a calf. There's no shortage of exciting things to do and see at these family-friendly heritage events. You just need a cowboy hat, a friendly smile… More
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Willamette Valley , St. Paul , Culture & Heritage Events , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Fairs & Festivals , Trip Ideas , Family Fun , Culture & History , Events , Sports ,