About the Author

Tim Neville

Tim Neville is a writer based in Bend where he writes about the outdoors, travel and the business of both. His work has been included in Best American Travel Writing, Best American Sports Writing and Best Food Writing, and earned various awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and the Society of Professional Journalists. Tim has reported from all seven continents and spends his free time skiing, running and spending time with his family.

Packrafting on Oregon’s Minam River

June 11, 2025
This is day one, hour one, of a four-day trip I’ve signed up to do with Go Wild: American Adventures, a La Grande-based outfitter that specializes in showing outdoor lovers of all abilities the wonders and natural beauty of Eastern Oregon. The company — founded by a friendly, supremely knowledgeable local, Dan Sizer — offers dreamy, guided trips that pair five-star service and cuisine with backpacking and hiking in places like the Wallowas and the Blue Mountains. More
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Eastern Oregon , Minam , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,

Cycling All of Oregon’s Scenic Bikeways

Dan Shryock has now lived in Oregon for more than 30 years, but it wasn’t until 2010 at age 56 that he hopped onto a road bike for the first time and began to see the state in ways he’d never imagined. More
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Willamette Valley , Salem , Bicycling , Road Riding , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation ,

Great Guided Adventures on the Oregon Coast

April 22, 2025
Any trip to the Oregon Coast comes packed with awe and wonder thanks to the spectacular smorgasbord of sandy beaches, colorful tide pools and wave-battered sea stacks that line the state’s 363 miles of Pacific oceanfront.  Here are some amazing guided adventures to make your next trip to the Coast the best one yet.  More
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Tours & Guided Trips , Family Fun , Destinations , Trip Ideas , Activities , Guides & Tours ,

Road Trip: Enterprise and Joseph

Tucked in the northeast corner of Oregon, just over 5 hours from Portland, the spectacular Wallowa Mountains soar for thousands of feet over the surrounding countryside, luring travelers looking for alpine adventures, crystalline lakes and charming towns full of great food, fun and art. The area stands on its own as a unique destination worthy of a road trip. Here’s what to see and do on your next trip to Enterprise and Joseph. More
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Eastern Oregon , Enterprise , Lakes & Reservoirs , Scenic Drives , Destinations , Trip Ideas ,

The Ultimate Guide to Portland Soccer

March 21, 2025
Portland, Oregon, has a few nicknames that range from the agriculturally correct Rose City to the basketball-loving Rip City, but one moniker is particularly fitting come spring — Soccer City, USA, a nod to the city’s half-a-century love for the sport — when the season opens and fans flock to the stadium. Oregon’s most populous city brings a lot of love to the beautiful game with two professional squads: The Portland Timbers (the men’s Major League Soccer team) and the Portland Thorns (the three-time National...
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Sporting Events , Events , Activities ,

Great Oregon Getaways to Celebrate Your Birthday

January 27, 2025
Ring in the new you with a stay at these special destinations for a birthday or any other celebration. More
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Family Fun , Destinations , Trip Ideas ,

Top 26 Adventures for 2026

December 26, 2024
Whether you’re looking to gaze up in wonder at some of the darkest skies in the country or learn to taste wine like a pro, here are 25 adventures for 2025. More
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Destinations , Trip Ideas , Guides & Tours ,

Crabbing Season on the Oregon Coast

November 25, 2024
Winter is the most wonderful time of the year, which in Oregon is also one of the tastiest. Commercial crabbing season usually kicks off in December for a festive holiday treat. With more than 400 commercial boats working the waters from Astoria to Brookings, there’s no better time to visit a seafood market for the freshest and heaviest Dungeness crab. More
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Oregon Food Trails , Culinary Experiences , Sustainable Travel , Farmers Markets , Restaurants , Seafood , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink ,

Find a Guided Trip with Like-Minded Travelers in Oregon

November 19, 2024
Women, people with accessible needs and LGBTQ+ and BIPOC travelers will love these special excursions. More
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LGBTQ+ , Wilderness & Natural Areas , Destinations , Trip Ideas , Guides & Tours ,

Celebrate an Oregon Thanksgiving with Oregon Ingredients

November 8, 2024
No matter the size of your Thanksgiving feast, you can make your meal extra special by using Oregon-grown ingredients that support local businesses, preserve open spaces and help keep the state beautiful. More
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Artisan Producers , Eat & Drink ,