About the Author

Matt Wastradowski

Matt Wastradowski is a travel and outdoors writer living in Portland, Oregon. He’s written about the outdoors, craft beer, history, and more for the likes of Outside, Portland Monthly, and Northwest Travel & Life — and has written three Oregon-centric guidebooks for Moon Travel Guides.

Golf Getaways with Mountain Views in Central Oregon

October 6, 2026
From luxury to budget-friendly, the golf courses in Central Oregon offer everything from sweeping views at large resorts, affordable tee times to adaptive carts for visitors with disabilities. More
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Golfing , Outdoor Recreation ,

10 Things to Do in Bend’s Old Mill District

September 22, 2026
From year-round shopping and dining to Deschutes River floats and epic concerts, here are 10 top activities to enjoy on your next trip to the Old Mill District in Bend. More
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Central Oregon , Bend , Favorite Trips , Cities , Trip Ideas ,

10 Iconic Oregon Foods to Enjoy

June 11, 2026
Oregon is beloved for its culinary prowess, with chefs turning top-quality ingredients into mouthwatering farm-to-table meals, and entrepreneurs changing the game with regional specialties. Here are 10 iconic Oregon foods to sample during your travels across the state. More

Behind the Scenes at the High Desert Museum’s Raptor Show

June 4, 2026
Every summer a team of professional athletes gets its moment in the spotlight at the High Desert Museum near Bend and Sunriver. It’s an event they’ve been training for since the middle of winter, and a daily regimen of exercise, careful dieting and a trusting relationship with their trainer makes each show possible. More
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Central Oregon , Bend , Museums , Attractions ,

How to Enjoy Oregon’s Bridge of the Gods

May 22, 2026
Visit this iconic bridge, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year in Cascade Locks. More
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Destinations ,

Beginner’s Guide to Leslie Gulch

May 8, 2026
Here’s more about what makes Leslie Gulch so special, along with how to prepare for a memorable trip to the Owyhee Canyonlands. More
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Wilderness & Natural Areas , Destinations ,

Dark-Sky Adventures in Antelope

April 27, 2026
Near the northern edge of Central Oregon, the open terrain of Antelope has created a fitting nightlife experience for visitors: extremely dark night skies for pristine stargazing. Here’s how to have a memorable dark-sky adventure around Antelope, along with making the most of your day when the sun is out. More
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Dark Sky , Activities ,

Behind the Scenes at TopWire Hop Project

April 6, 2026
Visit this uniquely Oregon destination in Woodburn to taste craft beer where the hops are grown. More
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Willamette Valley , Woodburn , Beer & Breweries , Eat & Drink ,

How to See the Neskowin Ghost Forest

March 24, 2026
Long ago, a majestic forest of Sitka spruce grew up to 200 feet tall just inland from the Pacific Ocean and near the modern-day community of Neskowin. Here's how to visit. More
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Oregon Coast , Neskowin , Trip Ideas ,

Tree Lover’s Guide to Oregon

March 13, 2026
Trees have been telling the Oregon story since long before it became a state in 1859. Roughly 500 years ago, a ponderosa pine sprouted near the Deschutes River in Central Oregon, starting a journey that would culminate with it becoming the biggest of its kind. Others aren’t quite as big or grand, but capture important moments of our history, like the tiny Comice pear grove in Medford that began Harry & David, one of Oregon’s most iconic companies. More
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Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Culture & History ,