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.

Road Trip: Union, Wallowa and Lostine

May 16, 2024
The Wallowa Mountains stand guard over the northeast corner of the state like sentinels to this rugged and beautiful country. Many travelers know this area as the gateway to Hells Canyon, Wallowa Lake and the bronze-capital town of Joseph. Here are some ideas to get you going on your next adventure out to this stunning part of the state. More
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Eastern Oregon , Lostine , State Parks , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Native American Culture , Museums , Hiking & Backpacking , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Attractions ,

The Baker of Baker City

May 7, 2024
Jenny Mowe is busy today, just as she’s been most days in the years since she found out she could make a really great cheesecake. I’m inside her shop, Sweet Wife Baking, in the heart of downtown Baker City in Eastern Oregon. It’s a blustery midweek morning here. Outside, the icy knuckles of the mighty Blue Mountains hold firm to the east and provide a gorgeous backdrop to the historic, Old West-style storefronts along Main Street. Inside the shop, the atmosphere is warm and crackling... More
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Eastern Oregon , Baker City , Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,

Guided Paddling Adventures in Oregon

April 17, 2024
With so many postcard-worthy lakes, thousands of miles of rivers and 363 miles of spectacular coastline, Oregon is undoubtedly one of the nation’s great water states. With summer here, it’s time to grab a paddle and go for a float. Here are some ideas to get you on the water safely and confidently with experts who’ll have you bobbing along in a kayak or atop a paddleboard in no time. More
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Kayaking , Lakes & Reservoirs , Guides & Charters , Rivers & Streams , Paddle Sports , Destinations , Guides & Tours ,

Road Trip: Bandon

With a walkable Old Town district, miles of stunning beaches, friendly restaurants and awesome ways to play outside, Bandon is always a hole in one. Here are some ways to make the most of your next road trip. More
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Oregon Coast , Bandon , Golfing , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Attractions ,

Recorridos Guiados para Pescar Cangrejos y Almejas en la Costa de Oregon

April 16, 2024
Aprende a atrapar y limpiar algunas de las delicias más sabrosas del mar con estos expertos costeros en la costa de Oregon. More
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Oregon Coast , Lincoln City , Fishing , Educational Activities , Trip Ideas ,

Great Oregon Books, Great Oregon Places

March 25, 2024
Here is a roundup of awesome, mostly fictitious places, their real counterparts and great books — from Ken Kesey, Ursula K. Le Guin and more — to inspire your next Oregon adventure. More
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Favorite Trips , Trip Ideas ,

Guided Clamming and Crabbing Adventures on the Oregon Coast

Learn how to catch and clean some of the sea’s tastiest treats with these coastal experts on the Oregon Coast. More
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Oregon Coast , Lincoln City , Fishing , Educational Activities , Trip Ideas , Events ,

Oregon’s Most Accessible Fishing Spots

March 4, 2024
Accessible fishing in Oregon is having a moment. Visitors rejoice in the improvements that the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has been making to existing ramps and docks — and new facilities they’re creating around the state. Here are some of the state’s top places and outfitters that can help anyone hook up. More
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Accessible Travel , Trip Ideas ,

Beginner’s Guide To Oregon’s Wine Bars and Shops

February 5, 2024
Here are a selection of fun, friendly wine bars and shops where they have your back if you can’t tell a syrah from a chardonnay. More
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Artisan Producers , Wine & Wineries , Eat & Drink ,

Experience Oregon’s Black-Owned Restaurants

January 18, 2024
Oregon’s culinary scene shines thanks to a wide range of fresh ingredients and a diverse and talented roster of food-focused creatives whose flavors are anchored in heritage and tradition. For Black History Month and year-round, you can find everything from soul food to African fritters and Caribbean-inspired cocktails. Here are some of the state’s Black-owned restaurants, food carts and other businesses with unforgettable eats.  More
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Culinary Experiences , Restaurants , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink , Culture & History ,