I’m embarrassed to admit it took about fifteen years of living in Oregon before we ventured down to the Southern Oregon Coast, and boy were we missing out. Bandon has all of the…
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Ideas for a More Sustainable Fall in the Southern Willamette Valley
For many of us living in the beautiful Willamette Valley in Oregon, certain sustainability values are a way of life, given our abundance of nature and locally-grown food. But there’s always room for improvement…
Fall Foliage Hikes and Farm Fun in the Southern Willamette Valley
The Willamette Valley is a lush 150-mile long valley in the heart of Oregon from Portland down to Cottage Grove. With fall foliage just nearing its peak and harvest season in full swing, now is a great time to visit for…
4 Amazing Family-Friendly Hikes in the Wallowa Mountains
When we planned our first trip to Wallowa Lake State Park and the Wallowa Mountains, I figured there must be plenty of great family-friendly hikes there, but I was surprised to learn there aren’t. So I did some research and exploring…
Tips for the Perfect Sustainable Wine Tasting Weekend in the Dundee Hills
When we planned our first kid-free weekend getaway to the Upper Willamette Valley Wine Region in Oregon wine country last summer, I left eager to experience more…
Spend a Budget-Friendly Family Weekend in Astoria on the Oregon Coast
For too long, we overlooked Astoria for its flashier coastal cousin Cannon Beach, but after depleting our travel fund and finally scoring a yurt at Fort Stevens State Park…
Top 7 Reasons Why Palm Springs Is a Great Family Vacation Destination
When I was in my 20s, I visited Palm Springs, California for the first time, and I swore it was my last. So how we ended up choosing it as a family vacation destination…
Explore Whidbey Island Like a Local (8 Fun New Ideas)
In August, we were fortunate to spend an entire month in my hometown on the south end of Whidbey Island, and I took the opportunity to knock a few more items off my local excursion list…
8 Terrific Free Outdoor Excursions for Families in Eugene
Whether you are visiting Eugene, Oregon, a.k.a. “Track Town U.S.A.” for the first time for the World Athletics Championships this summer, or passing through as part of a broader Oregon exploration, this relaxed Oregon city may steal your heart…
6 Great Organic, Biodynamic, and Eco-Friendly Oregon Winemakers to Support
One of the best things about living in Oregon is that we are surrounded by abundant farms and vineyards. Since moving here more than a decade ago, supporting our local winemakers has been a part of life…
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