Sachie Yorck

Walking into Emerson Vineyards on a cool May afternoon, we didn’t know what to expect. The long rows of green grape vines didn’t really strike us as unusual. If anything the Monmouth estate looked ready for the summer wine season. But this wasn’t your typical wine tasting. We were here for Goat Yoga wine tasting. And that’s pretty darn unique. More

When an Ask Oregon ambassador offers trip suggestions, it's a good idea to take them. Especially when those trips are full of easy-to-accomplish family fun. Central Oregon expert Kim Cooper Findling has released a new travel book destined to be the go-to guide for weekenders, titled "Bend, Oregon Daycations: Day Trips for Curious Families." More

At first glance, Estacada is your stereotypical Oregon oasis: tree-covered parks, a gushing scenic river, a local craft brewery, a weekly farmers market and strangers who quickly become friends. But this woodsy city, just 30 miles southeast of Portland, is anything but ordinary. Known as the "gateway to the Clackamas River," Estacada is a one-stop shop for wilderness, culture and community. It's a historic city ready to be re-discovered. More

From scenic bikeways to backcountry gravel grinding, Oregon’s cycling routes are diverse and aplenty. And these world-class rides aren’t created overnight. It takes a fleet of dedicated Oregon cyclists to envision new bike trails, gather the support of communities to build them and ensure their maintenance for generations to come. More

When your sense of adventure craves salty air, where do you go? For many, the Tillamook Coast is the natural choice. Here you might find more seabirds than people on the beach. But it what lacks in crowds, the Tillamook Coast makes up for in experiences. Cast a fly in the river or charter a… More

Sometimes you have to head east to feel like you’re in the Old West. Just 12 miles from the Idaho border, the humble town of Vale offers a big slice of centuries-old Oregon heritage. It’s served against a classic frontier landscape of sagebrush, dusty roads and an old-timey downtown. Located along the Malheur River, Vale was… More

Every second weekend of July, the small town of Veneta bursts with colorful characters as the Oregon Country Fair opens its gates to the public. This three-day festival is a time for fairgoers to let loose and embrace uniqueness. For many, it’s a feeling of coming home. More

An Oregon group is redefining the farm-to-table movement and bringing the table to the farm. During a series of limited summer engagements, Plate & Pitchfork turns local sustainable farms into world-class dining rooms featuring some of the region's best chefs, winemakers and agriculturists. Plate & Pitchfork's theme is "know your farmer, know your food." That's why each meal is prefaced with… More