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Springfield is often mentioned in the same breath as Eugene, the two cities forming the state’s second-largest metro area. But Springfield deserves its own spotlight, because there’s plenty to discover in this vibrant community surrounded by what seems like an endless expanse of rivers and woods. Paint the Town: Boutiques and antiques thrive on Main Street,… More

Willamalane Park Swim Center offers an eight-lane lap pool, a warm-water pool with a water slide, deep water tank with diving boards, community rooms for meetings or parties, inside deck areas for parties, bleachers, locker rooms and adult spa. More

Explore, create, tinker, touch and discover at the Eugene Science Center.  Visitors can enjoy hands-on exhibits, a 100-seat planetarium, computer laboratory, Tot Spot, special events, museum store, classes and camps – all in beautiful Alton Baker Park. More

At Courtyard, we know how to treat travelers. The Bistro, your destination for a great breakfast or cocktails and dinner during the evening. Our new lobby also comes with complimentary Wi-Fi, relaxing media pods, flat-screen HDTVs, and GoBoard to keep you up to date and in –touch. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, you can count on Courtyard by Marriott for the latest travel innovations to make your stay more productive and enjoyable. More

At 755 East 11th Avenue in Eugene, an unassuming plaque sits on the sidewalk in front of the Oregon Foot & Ankle Center. Here, the plaque notes, once stood the home of noted pioneer settlers A.W. and Amanda Patterson. Almost as an afterthought, the last two lines read: “In the 1950s and 1960s, the house… More

Move over, Beervana. Eugene is embracing its newish identity as Brew-gene! While no other city in the world can compete with Portland’s saturation of suds, what’s bubbling up in the Eugene area is worth raising a glass to. No beer enthusiast's trip to this fine city would be complete without a stop in the Whiteaker neighborhood, to… More

The rhythmic clapping starts slowly, then gradually crescendos to a fevered pitch. Thousands of avid fans are on their feet as the competition begins. It’s the kind of passion usually associated with NASCAR or a World Cup soccer match. But these fans are here to see a track meet. Welcome to Hayward Field in Eugene,… More

T.R. McCrystal, Chef and Weekend Warrior: For chef T.R. McCrystal and his wife Jennifer, a search for balance led them to the mountain town of Sisters, where they opened Jen's Garden Restaurant in 2006. Before landing in Central Oregon, T.R. wandered through Europe and fell in love with the pace and ethic of food preparation that begins… More

My wife and I, who live in Portland, decided to make a day of Eugene—easy enough to do, since a lot can be compressed into a single day, and especially on a summer Saturday. More

If you’re a fan of Oregon wildlife, there are many seasons when you can catch the sky show of waterfowl and raptors that migrate through the state. And you can see nearly every raptor species that makes Oregon home at places like the Cascades Raptor Center in Eugene. There’s goose ‘song’ in the air – have you heard… More

This week, I took the McKenzie River Scenic Byway into heart of the Oregon cascades east of Eugene and discovered a hot shot for a cold spell – Belknap Hot Springs. State Highway 126 is timeless transition on western approach into Oregon's Cascade Mountains that offers absolutely scenic beauty, crystal clear river views and covered… More

If you’re in the Eugene area this winter — one of the greenest, loveliest, woodsy-est parts of the state — the trails will leave you swooning. More

Mark your calendars, the IAAF Track & Field World Championships are coming to Oregon in 2021. More

Eugene wine tasting is a little bit of country, a little bit of city and a whole lot of fun. Located two hours south of Portland in the verdant Willamette Valley, Eugene is Oregon's second largest city, known for its eclectic mix of arts, recreation and culinary pursuits. Just as this vibrant city has a… More

When you walk into Brigadoon Wine Co. tasting room, you might feel like you’ve come home. That’s because this quaint tasting room — in north Eugene, about 10 miles west of Junction City — is decorated with some of the early American antiques from owner Chris Shown’s personal collection. But it’s not just the decor.… More

My favorite way to explore a city is by walking. On foot, I can experience my environment in a way that I can't from my car, on a bus or even on my bike. I can move at my own pace, stop and smell a flower, pause to chat with a stranger and make decisions… More

Sometimes the place you choose to rest your head on your getaway can be an experience in itself. The next time you’re up for exploring Willamette Valley’s wine country and outdoor beauty, spend the night at one of these destination lodgings for a truly unique trip. Airstream Dreams For wine country explorers, The Vintages Trailer… More

There is a reason why Eugene is called TrackTown USA. It’s the home of Nike’s beginnings, the famous Hayward Field, the last home of the celebrated Steve Prefontaine and the host of the Olympic Trials. But track and field is not the only thing Eugene has to offer. Be sure to check out all the things Eugene has to offer during your trip, especially those off the track. More

For over 125 years, the Lower Fern Ridge School has stood on the outskirts of Eugene, playing the role of schoolhouse, honey house and decaying storage space. That was until Tom and Sue Hunton, owners of the Camas Country Mill, decided to give it new purpose. Tom is a second-generation Oregon farmer, working on the… More

The best adventures are the ones that entice and intrigue you down the trail – the ones that promise yet unseen rewards, perhaps a treasure for your efforts. It’s a different sort of field hunting that relies on a keen canine sense of smell – come along as we join man’s best friend and go… More

Spring is upon us, and it’s time to lace up your sneakers and get back into shape (or at least off the couch). For a little running inspiration, we suggest a trip to Eugene — Oregon’s own Track Town USA. Root for runners: Check out the Prefontaine Classic at historic Hayward Field May 27-28. This… More

Is it really football without a tailgate party? Not in my book! In my travels to watch college football, I’ve learned that the Oregon Ducks fans take game-watching and tailgating to new heights. Eugene’s Autzen Stadium has, in fact, been consistently rated as one of the best places in the U.S. to enjoy a football game (and a tailgate party). More

It is a beautiful day at the Aragon Alpaca Farm. The sun is shining, the breeze is refreshing, and the view is stunning. As soon as I arrive at the farm, I am greeted by Ann's welcoming smile, and by a group of curious alpacas. The males are in their day pen and they all come… More

Living in Eugene, Oregon, I frequently visit our city’s star wildlife area, the Delta Ponds wetlands. Until recently, these ponds close to the Willamette River were known mainly for their stagnant pools and massive blackberry thickets. Human activity over the past several decades reduced or halted water flow and most of the native habitat and… More

Larry Bradley rolls out the red carpet for guests to his west Eugene chocolate store, Chocolate Decadence. “The first thing I do is offer them chocolate,” Larry told me as I walked in. Instead of a handshake, he hands you a scoop with a button, a sample of his gluten-free, dairy-free dark chocolate. The glorious thing… More

Nowadays, you can go almost anywhere in the state and enjoy a glass of Oregon wine with your locally sourced meal. That was hardly the case in the 1970s, before Oregon wine country began to take root. It was 1972 when Stephanie Pearl Kimmel had just returned from studying in France. She had been so inspired… More

High above the Willamette Valley in the Willamette National Forest, follow the roadway that traces a trail along Fall River, near Lowell, Oregon and you could discover adventure that's guaranteed to take you to new heights. I met a group of climbers along this roadway near Fall Creek Reservoir. As I discovered, they were a… More

Jamie Floyd put down deep roots in the Eugene community during the early 90s as an undergrad at the University of Oregon. The Bay Area native was roaming the Oregon campus just as craft brewing was beginning to take hold in the Pacific Northwest, and Floyd's interest was piqued. He started home brewing with a… More

Taste cider in Eugene, then head to the Oregon Coast for fresh oysters. More