About the Author

Kerry Newberry

Kerry Newberry is a Portland-based writer who covers food, wine, farms and travel for a variety of publications. Her work has appeared in Forbes, Fodor’s Travel, Edible Portland, Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) and more.

Descubre Oregon con Lisa Gilbertson y Wine de Roads

August 1, 2023
Lisa Gilbertson loves guiding visitors around some of the most scenic roads in the state. Here are some of the reasons she loves cycling in the Willamette Valley. More
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Travel Oregon with Lisa Gilbertson and Wine de Roads

July 18, 2023
Lisa Gilbertson loves guiding visitors around some of the most scenic roads in the state. Here are some of the reasons she loves cycling in the Willamette Valley. More
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Oregon’s Edible Seaweed Revolution

June 7, 2023
Alanna Kieffer dips a mesh net into a bubbling, open-air tank and scoops up a tangle of dulse, a reddish-brown seaweed that’s unexpectedly feathery and frilly — and definitely pretty enough to eat. At the center of the voluminous tank, a bubbler aerates the water and circulates the seaweed, ensuring each plant gets enough sunlight. The swirling fronds pop up and down in the water like an aquatic art installation. Out in the wild, this seaweed grows in flatter, deep-red leaves on wave-beaten intertidal rocks,... More
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Guide to Flower Farms in Oregon

May 17, 2023
Here are a variety of flower farms in Portland and the Willamette Valley offering floral workshops, U-pick and other garden experiences throughout the growing season. More
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The Art of Fish Prints on the Oregon Coast

March 8, 2023
From Duncan Berry’s art studio in the United Nations Biosphere Reserve at Cascade Head on the Central Coast, you can see the Salmon River estuary, an ever-changing watercolor scene with shocking shades of blue and green from the shimmering sea to the ripple of woodlands. The estuary is home to a vast array of wildlife, including some of Oregon’s precious salmon species. More
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Unique Wine-Pairing Experiences in Oregon

November 30, 2022
In Oregon, winemakers, winery chefs and now even chocolatiers have joined forces to combine their culinary wizardry and artistic spirit to create exceptional tasting experiences. More
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All the Buzz About Bees in Oregon

May 27, 2022
Bees in Oregon are tremendously diverse — there’s an estimated 630 species of native bees in the state. Since launching the Oregon Master Beekeeper Program at Oregon State University in 2012, the state has been proactive about pollinator protection, working to promote beekeeping and raising awareness of native pollinators and the role they play. More
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Explore Astoria From the Water Aboard a Tugboat Tour

December 10, 2021
An ideal day for Mark Schacher starts and ends on the water — specifically, the briny and bountiful Columbia River. Born and raised in the port town of Astoria, Schacher grew up steeped in maritime history and a stalwart seafaring community. “I always knew I wanted to work on boats,” he says. More
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Finding Camaraderie and Courage on Two Wheels

July 9, 2021
For Kanani Koster, motorcycles evoke nostalgia. The Portland-based film director grew up riding dirt bikes with her dad, a former motocross and motortrials (also known as mototrials) rider. That’s a unique subset of motorcycle competition that involves riders getting through obstacles on an off-road course without touching the ground. Family movie nights at Koster’s home often included replays of her dad’s favorite documentary, the 1971 ode to motorcycle sport, On Any Sunday, produced by Bruce Brown and Steve McQueen. More
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Forget Your Stress, Meet an Alpaca

February 25, 2021
You can meet Alpaca herds in nearly every region of the state — on guided tours and vineyard retreats, ranch stays and farm dinners. Once you hang out with an alpaca and absorb their breezy nature, you can’t help but feel a little less stressed and a little more carefree. Here are several top family-friendly experiences that will turn you into an alpaca-phile in no time. More
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