Last Updated: Oct. 29, 2024 Even as you’re descending into the giant maw of Lava River Cave near Bend Oregon, you’re thinking the usual thoughts that accompany steps into the subterranean. Will I see stalactites or Stalagmites? Will the floor be slippery with dropping moisture, will sudden bursts of illumination highlight spectacular displays of geologic… Continue reading Descending into the Abyss at Lava River Cave Oregon
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Fort Stevens State Park: Oregon Forgotten Battlements Near the Coast
Outside Astoria, Oregon sits a crucial part of both Civil war and WWII history. Fort Stevens State Park is the site of decades of Oregon battle time defense, protecting the crucial Columbia River waterway. Today, many of the structures still stand, abandoned but not forgotten. Descending upon Fort Stevens State Park Oregon On a foggy,… Continue reading Fort Stevens State Park: Oregon Forgotten Battlements Near the Coast
Fort Hoskins Hiking Trail – Oregon History Hidden in the Valley
Oregon’s Willamette Valley is known for its endless hiking opportunities, many of which are intertwined with rich Oregon history. Fort Hoskins sits nestled into the valley, as a little-known historical secret. If you are planning an Oregon vacation, you may want to add this hidden gem to your list. Fort Hoskins History Originally created to… Continue reading Fort Hoskins Hiking Trail – Oregon History Hidden in the Valley
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival – Not Your Typical Tulip Patch
The Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival is not your grandmother’s tulip patch! This Oregon tulip festival boasts 40 acres of rainbow tulips set against an astounding background of snow-peaked Mount Hood. Beautiful doesn’t even begin to explain the sights here. If you are looking for visiting Oregon in the spring, or live here and are seeking… Continue reading Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival – Not Your Typical Tulip Patch
Bonneville Dam Fish Hatchery, Can’t Miss Gem in the Columbia River Gorge
When visiting Oregon and the Columbia River Gorge, it is easy to spend all your time exploring the many waterfalls, like Multnomah Falls, but believe it or not, the Bonneville Dam and Fish Hatchery is a can’t miss quick trip you will not regret. The Bonneville Dam and Fish Hatchery is perfect for all ages,… Continue reading Bonneville Dam Fish Hatchery, Can’t Miss Gem in the Columbia River Gorge
Launching a Balsa-Wood Glider when Visiting Astoria Column Oregon
The 125-foot Astoria Column Oregon is a waypoint along the Oregon coast, orienting visitors to the Columbia River navigation and providing scenic views of the surrounding area. Over time, it has become a tradition to launch a balsa wood glider from the top of the tower when visiting the northern Oregon coast. While launching your… Continue reading Launching a Balsa-Wood Glider when Visiting Astoria Column Oregon
