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The Washburne Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Historic District was established in 1985 and is named for C.W. Washburne who was a prominent banker and mill owner in Springfield. He was the owner and operator More

The nation’s oldest commercial filbert (hazelnut) orchard still in continuous operation. Dorris Ranch is now a center for special events, family reunions, weddings, tours and school programs. There is no charge to visit – only a charge for education programs. The ranch is open 7 days a week from dawn until dusk. More

The first commercial-sized planting of hazelnuts in Oregon occurred when George Dorris planted a five-acre orchard here in 1905. In addition to growing trees for nut production, Dorris started a hazelnut nursery that operated for 40 years and produced an average of 70,000 trees per year. It is estimated that more than half of the trees in Oregon’s hazelnut industry originated from Dorris Ranch nursery stock. Located at Dorris Ranch Living History Farm, 201 Dorris Street, Springfield More

The East Skinner Butte Historic Landmark Area includes 24 buildings of architectural and historic significance, dating from the 1850’s to the 1920’s. One of the features that distinguishes this area from the other older residential areas in Eugene is the 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

Although I’ve been in the stands more times than I could ever count, the magic of being inside Hayward Field still gets to me. But what I really appreciate about Eugene is that the magic feeling of Hayward extends even beyond its gates. Here are a few spots that should be on anyone's list when visiting Track Town, USA. More

There’s a distinct charm to a covered bridge. The sound of rushing water echoes off the walls, sunlight slants in through the windows and the traditional Howe’s truss construction draws your eye to the pitched roof. Oregon once had 450 elegant wooden spans, many constructed after World War I, when steel was in short supply… More

With more than 500,000 books, audio books, DVDs and CDs, the Eugene Public Library offers a vast amount of information. In addition to special guest speakers, every week the library hosts Family Fun Sundays. Located in front of the library is a statue of Eugene Skinner, the founder of the city. More

It is believed this tree was planted in the mid 1800’s by Eugene Skinner, founder of the City of Eugene in 1853. The tree is within the boundaries of Skinner’s 1846 land claim. By 1850 the site of the tree was owned by George Owen, a former Eugene City Councilor, lumberman, and philanthropist. Mr. Owen donated the site to the city for use as a rose garden. Located in Owen Rose Garden, north end of Jefferson Street, Eugene More

Visit the national historic district of Coburg. Located just 8 miles north of Eugene and Springfield this community offers a view of the past with historic homes and a variety of antique shops. More

In 1857, Enos and Elizabeth Fisher Ellmaker traded donation land claims with Levi W. and Mary Malinda Zumwalt. The Ellmakers built their house and blacksmith shop by this Oregon white oak, while nearby incense-cedar sheltered their livestock. The bigleaf maples, planted along the driveway by the Ellmakers, linked blacksmith shop customers to the ancient route sometimes known as a branch of the Applegate Trail. Located in Zumwalt Park, near the town of Veneta in Lane County, north of Hwy 126 More

A rumpled landscape of fertile river valleys surrounds these friendly communities south of Eugene. Creswell and Cottage Grove provide a welcoming base for exploring the region’s winding back roads, which lead to scenic farm country, wineries, recreation areas and Lane County’s utterly charming collection of covered bridges. Creswell: A backdrop of lush green lands defines Creswell.… More

When the weather warms, it seems far too many Oregon byways can be busy blurs that just don’t allow you enough time to slow down, get out of the race and set your own pace for travel across the state. In the southern Willamette Valley, you will slow down and savor the spirit of cycling… More

Once described as, `The most artistically arranged residence in the state,` this 1882, Brownsville Italianate mansion is open afternoons seven days a week. More

Benton County’s finest example of a 19th Century church exhibiting features of the Queen Anne style of architecture. 17 miles south of Corvallis. More

Oregon offers so many reasons to go on the road where the asphalt unwinds the state's scenic secrets. It's time to travel into the Cascade Mountain foothills on a getaway that offers a camping, fishing and a backcountry byway at Green Peter Lake. More

Thompson’s Mills is a unique reminder of times past, chronicling the past 150 years of Oregon rural life. The oldest water-powered grain mill in the state, its system of waterways, dams, control gates, ditches and dikes has moved water from the Calapooia River to the mill head gates since 1858. Interpretive panels tell the story of the lives of the mill keepers and area farmers, historic water rights, and the millrace. The park is open daily. For guided tour information, please call 541-491-3611. More

Located on the south side of Dawson Rd. in the town of Dawson near Corvallis. Hull-Oakes Lumber Co. is one of the last steam-driven sawmills in the nation. On-site is one of the largest remaining wigwam burners in Benton County. Tours by appointment only. More