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The Oregon story is filled with distinct chapters about people seeking freedom and a fresh start in a new territory. We are a state of immigrants and it has been that way since the state’s earliest days. Oregon has always drawn folks seeking a better life. You can tell a lot about an Oregon town… More

Just outside Canby, a half mile down Birch Road, after the pavement turns to gravel, the Swan Island Dahlias offer a riot of color and a place that is prime for harvest right now. Heather Gitts-Schloe said that the fields are stunning and inviting. “I like to walk the fields and see what nature gives." More

Springtime is in the air, and soon Oregon will be blanketed in pops of bright colors everywhere: tulips, peonies, irises, dahlias, lavender, rhododendrons, roses and more. Lucky for us, there’s a festival for nearly every bloom. But the festivals are celebrations of much more than flowers. They bring together local communities, and carry on traditions… More

In the brightly lit center of The Kitchen at Middleground Farms, we’re learning something I thought I already knew — how to core an apple. Jessica Hansen, chef and owner of this recreational cooking school in a renovated cow barn, demonstrates the best way to slice the juiciest meat out of each plump heirloom orb. Cores… More

Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! It’s time to make your way to World of Speed, a celebration of motorsports, in Wilsonville. Even undeclared car buffs will find themselves wowed by the dramatic displays at this interactive motorsports museum. The 80,000 square foot museum (occupying a former Dodge dealership) includes exhibits of dozens of specialty… More

Action Acres is a paintball area with 14 unique playing fields that offers families a fun and safe venue to practice their paintball skills. Located just 25 miles from Portland in Canby, visitors can bring a lunch and spend the day. More

This six-acre amusement park offers year-round fun for the whole family. Outside, the park offers miniature golf, go-karts, bumper boats, sling-shot, a climbing wall and batting cages. Inside, there are two stories of arcade games, Max Flight Cyber Coaster, Lazer Xtreme, Kidopolis and Bullwinkle’s Restaurant. Refuel with Bullwinkle’s wide selection of pizzas, hamburgers, salads and ice-cream desserts. A new 4,000-square-foot meeting facility is now open. Located off I-5, Exit 283 (20 minutes south of Portland). Open daily. No entry charge; group rates for games and... More

Join World of Speed for an all-new, three-night, holiday celebration! When the lights go down, the magic begins. Each evening will have a different theme, special guests, and fun activities and games for the whole family. Get ready to be enchanted! Come in costume (or not) and meet the Snow Queen, her sister, and Princess Belle, as you hear fantastic stories, become a work of art with face painting, play fun-filled games, and enjoy other royal treats. You can also see a one-of-a-kind Magic Show... More

Join World of Speed for an all-new, three-night, holiday celebration. When the lights go down, the magic begins. Each evening will have a different theme, special guests, and fun activities and games for the whole family.  Come in costume (or not) and meet some of your favorite "supers" like Batman, Spiderman, and Wonder Woman, while creating your own super character look, checking out some cool balloon creations, and much more. You’ll definitely want to see the epic(ally fun) Superhero Stunt Show "POW!" Starts at 6... More

Join World of Speed for an all-new, three-night, holiday celebration. When the lights go down, the magic begins. Each evening will have a different theme, special guests, and fun activities and games for the whole family. ‘Twas the last night of Holiday Magic, when who should appear? It’s the special guest for the evening, with a couple of reindeer. Yes, Santa will be on hand to meet and greet (and hear those last-minute requests), along with a couple of special helpers. Spin the dreidel with... More

EcoShuttle is a low-cost, reservation-only, charter bus service for groups, individuals, couples and small families. They operate in the Portland metro area primarily, but they can go literally anywhere. EcoShuttle’s 100% biodiesel shuttles provide customized tours, as well as transportation for events and outings. All charters are tailored to fit your needs. Choose from 9 to 48 seat capacities. More

Champoeg features a unique combination of history, nature, and recreation. This is the site where Oregon’s first provisional government was formed by a historical vote in 1843. Situated on the south bank of the scenic Willamette River, Champoeg’s acres of forest, fields, and wetlands recreate the landscape of a bygone era. Tour the park’s visitor center, Newell House, and Pioneer Mothers Log Cabin museums to discover pioneer life at Champoeg. Take a guided walk to learn what happened to the bustling pioneer town of Champoeg,... More

The Willamette Valley has spring fever with plenty of flower and garden events to get your thoughts on the growing season. The Tulip Fest at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn starts March 30 and runs through April 30. Visit more than 40 acres of tulips and daffodils, buy cut flowers and order bulbs… More

You may get your hands a little dirty and your feet a little wet, but you will gain appreciation for what it takes to protect and preserve Oregon’s fish and wildlife resources. Each spring, as the days grow longer and the promise of summer grows closer, you feel better spending more time outdoors. So, isn’t it… More

Venture off I-5 at Woodburn for a day of diverse activities.  Woodburn Company Stores, one of Oregon’s top tourist attractions, offers great retailers, a visitor information center, kids’ play area with tree house and assorted eateries.  Brilliant floral displays change seasonally; hanging baskets, planters and gazebos are spectacular in the spring, and a gigantic Christmas… More

Under the canopy of soaring Douglas fir trees, a cool breeze gives me momentary relief from the sweltering summer heat. I’m in the in the heart of Woodburn at the city’s oldest greenspace: Legion Park, which bursts with nearly 16 acres of native Pacific Northwest flora. The lush landscape is home to an archaeological-themed playground (a nod to the numerous, successful digs on the edge of park boundaries), a rustic picnic pavilion, and for one weekend in August, tens of thousands of Oregonians and visitors,... More

The Willamette Valley will always be my first Oregon love. It's where I lived when I arrived here almost six years ago. It is also where I learned quickly that the valley is filled with some of the best food and wine in the country! Take this and mix in a gorgeous farm setting, a… More

One of the largest tulip and daffodil bulb farms in the Northwest. Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm features 40 acres of color in bloom. Visitors can experience views of vineyards, distant mountains and gardens throughout the year.  Yearly events include the Tulip Festival, Pumpkin Festival, Fields of Terror, WS Winery and more. More

Handpicked produce, carefully crafted wines and bucolic beauty will tempt you at every turn on this 57-mile/92-kilometer route through the Tualatin Valley — the heart of Washington County, an easy side trip from the Portland metro area. More

I'm always on the lookout for unique, interesting recreation that blends adventure with history and tells a really good story along the way. So imagine a time – not so long ago - when gigantic icebergs floated across an incredible lake that flooded the entire broad-shouldered Willamette Valley. Now, it’s history you can explore along a Portland… More

When it comes to American Pinot noir, few possess the rich history and experience of Ponzi Vineyards, one of Oregon’s pioneering wineries. The winery was founded in 1970 by Dick and Nancy Ponzi who realized the Willamette Valley met every need of noble, cool-climate grape varieties. Ponzi Vineyards was recognized early on as a premier producer of Pinot noir and instrumental in putting Oregon on the map as a world class wine region. This tradition of excellence is carried on with second generation Winemaker Luisa... More

The Bauman’s invite your entire family to the farm for year round excitement. Pumpkin patch, Christmas trees, nursery, fresh produce, bakery and animal barn. More

You can tell a lot about a community’s health by the parklands it supports! Something special is always comin’ round the bend at the Molalla Train Park, a private parkland sprawling across four acres in Clackamas County. There, fried chicken and coleslaw are the picnic staples for families, everyone has plenty of elbow room so the kids can play… More

The Molalla River Recreation Corridor is a local recreation mecca that is perfect for exploring for many reasons, including new campground and picnic sites, hiking and biking and even horseback riding trails along a gorgeous scenic river byway that is less than 90 minutes from Portland. Jahn Hoover with Into the Wild Equine Adventures agrees that watching… More

Experience the wonders and beauty of Oregon at a leisurely pace.  Get Out of Town Tours offers day and multi-day tours that are personalized, sustainable and fun for groups of one to twenty-five.  Choose from tours that include wildlife viewing, scenic drives, events, wine tours, the Oregon Coast, Oregon’s small towns and everything in between.  If you don’t see the perfect tour for you, Get Out of Town will create a custom tour for you. More

Imagine a when gigantic icebergs floated across the broad-shouldered Willamette Valley. Rick Thompson is a detective of Oregon geologic history and he’s on trail of one of the region’s oldest mysteries: how hundreds of Montana granite stones ended up in farm fields in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. “They’ve been in the ground a very long time,”… More

Maybe Tualatin took inspiration from the Oregon Trail, the epochal pioneer route that ended just 10 miles east of here in Oregon City. A web of trails stitches through this town 20 minutes southwest of Portland, linking downtown businesses and leading off into parks and natural areas. You might also want to beat a path… More

Meet and visit with the curious personalities of an 80+ alpaca herd. Marquam Hill Ranch offers scheduled tours of the farm by reservation, so call ahead, or drop in, during open hours and check out their store featuring luxuriously soft alpaca wool goods. More

This summer celebrates the state's rich tradition of rodeo, including the iconic Pendleton Round-Up. Parade, dance, watch bronc riding and horse races, or even try your hand at wrangling a calf. There's no shortage of exciting things to do and see at these family-friendly heritage events. You just need a cowboy hat, a friendly smile… More