The last time our family went to the Oregon Coast was in November for Florence, Oregon’s annual Exploding Whale Memorial Celebration. I wrote about that visit, which sounds strange, but this post explains how the event came to be and…
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There’s never a bad day to be at the Oregon coast, even on the worst weather days. I know many people wouldn’t agree with me, but I love the wild, windy coast no matter what! Well, as long as I…
The 50-mile stretch of Highway 101 between Florence and Newport can be broken into two somewhat distinct segments: (1) Florence to Yachats and the numerous points of interest on the coast and within the Suislaw National Forest and (2) and…
Florence, Oregon is built around the last bend of the Siuslaw River and just before the South Jetty pokes out into the Pacific Ocean. Numerous rivers, lakes and tributaries draw paddlers, anglers, and surfers to this mid-sized city on the…
An hour west and slightly south of Eugene, Oregon, Sweet Creek Falls is among the most family-friendly waterfalls you will experience in Lane County. Maintained by the Suislaw National Forest, check the official falls website for driving directions and current trail…
Whether you’re going out of state, leaving the country or just packing a picnic and watching the fireworks, the weekend revolves around founding father President John Adams’ call for ‘pomp and parade, bonfires and illuminations” in celebrating Independence Day. Here are our top picks for this year’s pyrotechnics.