Outdoors

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Summit Structures

The summer of 1910 was a devastating season for Oregon’s wilderness.

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Ideas for Spring Break in Oregon

Need last minute inspiration for Oregon adventures to take this spring? Here are five stories from 1859’s archives to get you out the door.

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5 Accessible Adventures

Oregon has a lot to offer in terms of sightseeing and adventuring, but many places aren’t accessible to people with disabilities or limited mobility.

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Hiking Oregon’s “Banana Belt”

By this time of year, cabin fever has likely set in. We yearn for sunshine, even if that means dusty trails. Luckily for Oregonians, there are microclimates within reach that create a “banana belt” effect—warmer average temperatures than surrounding areas.

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5 Hikes on Oregon’s Coast

Some say it’s about the journey, but these hikes are all about the destination.

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14 Reasons Why We Love Oregon

In honor of Oregon’s 157th birthday on February 14, we’re sharing fourteen reasons why we love our state. 

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Encyclopedia of Bold Oregon Moments

It’s hard to pinpoint the exact moment when Oregon’s collective conscience moved beyond a backwater timber state north of California to a kick-ass place known for its progressive ideas, tough pioneering spirit, recreational abundance, and some of the best damn eating and drinking anywhere.