Hopefully it’s not a secret to other Oregonians, but I do wonder how many outside of the Pacific Northwest even know that Silver Falls exists. If we’re comparing natural beauty, this state park easily contends with big name destinations on a global scale. Although it’s also Oregon’s largest state park, perhaps it has yet to…
I may be biased, but Oregon is pretty awesome. I (Michelle) was born and raised in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Jedd and I met in 2007 and lived in Portland until 2011, when we joined the Peace Corps. Now Oregon is our home base. In this post, we reflect on what makes living in…
Although often in the shadow of its bigger and “hipper” neighbor, Portland, this capitol city (and my former home town) has its share of unique and visit-worthy attractions. Salem is ideally situated just a short drive from the beach, mountains, and high desert. It is home of the Willamette (Will-AM-eht) River and shares the beautiful Willamette…