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Dancing with the Swan Island Dahlias

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
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Willamette Valley , Canby , Farm & Ranch Stays , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Eat & Drink , Farms & Ranches , Attractions , Events , Wildlife Viewing ,

The Bloom Beat: Flower Festivals Statewide

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
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Oregon Coast , Canby , Trip Ideas , Attractions , Events , Wildlife Viewing ,

Day of Dairy: Oregon Junior Holstein Sale

April 13, 2019
Spend the day learning about the art of dairy at TMK Creamery with the Oregon Junior Holstein Association. Educational stations will be set up around the farm to teach about feeding and fitting a show cow, milking a cow and making cheese. Food trucks will be on site for lunch. This family friendly event is free to attend. More
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Willamette Valley , Canby , Exhibits & Lectures , Educational Activities , Family Fun , Events ,
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Golden Age of Aurora

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
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Willamette Valley , Aurora , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Trip Ideas , Museums , Culture & History , Attractions ,

World of Speed

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
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Willamette Valley , Wilsonville , Trip Ideas , Museums , Attractions ,

Inspiring Cooking at The Kitchen at Middleground Farms

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
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Willamette Valley , Wilsonville , Farm & Ranch Stays , Trip Ideas , Culinary Experiences , Eat & Drink , Farms & Ranches ,

Family Fun Center

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
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Willamette Valley , Wilsonville , Amusement Parks , Family Fun ,
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Wilsonville Festival of Arts

June 1 - 2, 2019
Wilsonville Festival of Arts (WFA) is a contemporary art festival in Portland Metro featuring visual arts, film, dance, music, literature and interactive arts. Over 100 local and regional artists and groups participate in programs including WFA’s multi-sensory interactive art installations, Micro-Movie Theatre, Art of the Word, Get Crafty!, Juried Art Market and Student Art Exhibit. WFA is free and accessible to the public, diverse and inclusive, and there is plenty to entertain adults and kids alike – live music, an interactive fountain feature, play area,... More
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Willamette Valley , Wilsonville , Fairs & Festivals , Family Fun , Events ,
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Road Trip: Oregon City

Oregon City just might be one of the prettiest little cities within a stone’s throw of Portland. Just 13 miles south of the big city, a day trip to historic Oregon City — the state’s first capital and the end of the Oregon Trail — can feel like a trip back in time. You can… More
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Portland Region , Oregon City , Kayaking , Lakes & Reservoirs , Tour Companies , Beer & Breweries , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Rivers & Streams , Trip Ideas , Museums , Outdoor Recreation , Eat & Drink , Attractions ,

Liquid Assets in Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory

With the backdrop of Greater Portland, Mt. Hood and the Willamette River, Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory offers the best of all worlds — urban buzz, mountain beauty and verdant river country. More
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Oregon’s Fishing Ambassador

When it comes to building bridges along many of Oregon’s rivers, fishing guide David Johnson is one of the best. He doesn’t use steel, iron or concrete to build bridges. Instead, Johnson relies on rods, reels and bait. You see, David Johnson uses a lifetime of angling skill and knowledge to connect Oregon fishermen with… More
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Portland Region , Oregon City , Lakes & Reservoirs , Guides & Charters , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Rivers & Streams , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Fishing , Attractions ,

A Passion for History in Oregon City

As the spring runoff rises to its peak, the Willamette Falls in Oregon City seems to thunder, bellow and shout for your attention. Flanked by industrial landmarks of a bygone past, the falls remains a site worth admiring — just like the town that surrounds it. Some of Oregon’s greatest stories come from Oregon City, where larger… More
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Portland Region , Oregon City , Lakes & Reservoirs , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Rivers & Streams , Trip Ideas , Museums , Waterfalls , Outdoor Recreation , Culture & History , Attractions ,

The Dog Blog: Oregon City on Four Legs

Pip looks at the kayak with some misgivings, as if to say, you want me to get in that? Seriously? Getting a middle-aged woman with a desk job into a tippy object on the water is one thing. But the good folks at eNRG Kayaking have a firm grip on the subject and the boat.… More
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Portland Region , Oregon City , Lakes & Reservoirs , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Rivers & Streams , Trip Ideas , Outdoor Recreation , Pet-Friendly Travel , Attractions , Pet-Friendly Travel ,

History Hikes in Oregon

Today I want to take you on three "History Hikes" that provide some of the greatest stories ever lived in Oregon. Great drama is easy to find in the great Oregon outdoors – if – you know where to look. In fact, there's a compelling three-act drama right off Portland's front step and each offers… More
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Portland Region , Oregon City , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Trip Ideas , Hiking & Backpacking , Culture & History , Attractions , State Parks ,

Howl at the Moon

July 26, 2019
Overcome the obstacles on this adventure-filled running course. A barn party will follow. All ages welcome. More
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Portland Region , West Linn , Family Fun , Running Events , Events ,
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Crosstoberfest

October 26, 2019
Crosstoberfest is a fun adventure bicycle course around Luscher Farm grounds and the surrounding area. Costumes are encouraged. More
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Portland Region , West Linn , Bicycling Events , Family Fun , Bicycling , Sporting Events , Events ,
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Family Fun in West Linn

The charming community of West Linn is situated between the Willamette and Tualatin rivers on the southern outskirts of Portland. West Linn is one of the oldest settlements in Oregon, located right across the Willamette from Oregon City. The community of 26,000 people invites you to walk through time, view the majestic Willamette Falls, enjoy… More
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Portland Region , West Linn , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Fairs & Festivals , Trip Ideas , Fishing , Farmers Markets , Eat & Drink , Events ,

Farmlandia Farm Loop Tour

Portland’s urban buzz is surpassed only by its proximity to pastoral beauty. When you’re yearning to explore the tranquil countryside, check out the Farmlandia Farm Loop. Just minutes from downtown, you’ll find farms, wineries and vineyards celebrating Oregon’s rural life and bounty along this 14-stop agri-tour. From farms stands and U-pick to plant nurseries and… More
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Portland Region , West Linn , Culinary Events , Farm & Ranch Stays , Trip Ideas , Eat & Drink , Farms & Ranches , Events ,

End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive & Visitor Information Center

Want to take a deeper dive into Oregon’s rich pioneer past? Don’t miss the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center in Oregon City.  With genealogy assistance and guided walks, the center offers a view into pioneer life after the journey ended. The hands-on exhibits are a great way for kids to try 19th-century tasks like making butter or candles, dressing up in pioneer clothes and fashioning rag dolls. More
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Portland Region , Oregon City , Educational Activities , Family Fun , Old West & Oregon Trail , Welcome & Visitor Centers ,
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The Children’s Course

The Children’s Course was originally opened for play as Rivergreens Golf Course in 1961. After changing hands, the course was dedicated to children in 1996, eventually merging with The First Tee of Portland. The First Tee of Greater Portland is dedicated to providing golfing opportunities for youth and families. For more information on upcoming golf tournaments or registering for a class, please visit the First Tee of Greater Portland website.  More
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Portland Region , Gladstone , Educational Activities , Family Fun , Golfing ,
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On the Trail of Erratic Rocks

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
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Portland Region , Tualatin , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Trip Ideas , Family Fun , Museums , Culture & History , Attractions ,

Road Trip: Tualatin

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
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Portland Region , Tualatin , Kayaking , Lakes & Reservoirs , Historic Sites & Oregon Trail , Parks, Forests & Wildlife Areas , Rivers & Streams , Trip Ideas , Museums , Outdoor Recreation , Bicycling , Culture & History , Attractions ,

Rogerson Clematis Garden

Discover the beauty and mystery of clematis.  The Rogerson Clematis Garden at Luscher Farm is open to visitors daily from 8am to dusk and features the most comprehensive collection of clematis within a public garden in North America. Visit website for more information and to see what’s currently in bloom.  Group tours conducted by request. More
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Portland Region , West Linn , Educational Activities , Family Fun , Other Outdoor ,
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Get Out of Town Tours

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
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Portland Region , Tualatin , Tour Companies , Birding , Educational Activities , Sustainable Travel , Accessible Travel , Wildlife Viewing ,
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The Vineyard and Valley Tour Route

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
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Sherwood Robin Hood Festival

July 19 - 21, 2019
Old Town Sherwood transforms itself into a picturesque Renaissance village. Meet Maid Marian and her Court, as well as the dashing Robin Hood. The merriment includes live music from popular modern-day bands from the Portland area, a Vendor Village with great shopping, a knighting ceremony and so much more. Festival admission is free. More
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Ice Age Tonquin Trail

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
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All Aboard at Molalla Train Park

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
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Molalla River Recreation Corridor

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
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Molalla Buckeroo

July 1 - 4, 2019
Go all out with your 4th of July celebrations at the Molalla Buckeroo. An Oregon tradition since 1913, enjoy four exciting nights of rodeo, carnival, food vendors, live music, and fireworks each night at dusk. More
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