Goat Rocks A pleasant and moderate climb leads to the 6,000-foot summit of Round Mountain, nestled within the Goat Rocks […]
A Winter Hike from Champoeg to Butteville
Oregon History When did Oregon decide to become a USA territory instead of remaining part of Canada? I decided to […]
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Early March in the Pacific Northwest
Spotted Towhees As winter progresses in the Pacific Northwest, it’s an interesting time. Squirrels and songbirds can be seen along […]
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Wintertime at Portland’s International Rose Garden
Roses On a chilly but sunny day in the low 30s, I ventured to the Portland International Rose Test Garden. […]
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Winter Reflections
Wildlife Preserve Tualatin Hills Nature Park is a remarkable 222-acre wildlife preserve situated in the heart of Beaverton, Oregon. Nestled […]
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Mid-Winter in the Pacific Northwest
Blue Skies As winter progresses in the Pacific Northwest, it’s an interesting time. Squirrels, Blacktail deer and songbirds can be […]
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Early Springtime on Humbug Mountain
Humbug Mountain In mid-February, I returned to the Oregon Coastal Mountains. This one had a big plus in its favor […]
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First Wildflower of the Year and Robins to be Seen: Is it Spring?
Wildflowers Blooming Some gardeners believe the first crocus in bloom signals the start of spring. Others wait for the equinox. […]
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A Winter View of Buxton Oregon from Wildcat Mountain
Wildcat Mountain The Buxton area west of Portland was settled by Henry T. Buxton in 1884, and the town was […]
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Pittock Mansion and the Wildwood in the Wintertime
Pittock Mansion On one of the early days of February, I visited the magnificent 16,000 square-foot Pittock Mansion. Perched atop […]