Continuing my hiking adventure in late April, I left the Sandstone Lake Trailhead and drove to Saddle Mountain. This is […]
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Tranquility at Soapstone
Tranquility and serenity, those are the best descriptions of a visit to Soapstone Lake. It is a relatively easy hike – […]
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Another Side of Spirit Mountain
Colorful flower gardens caught my eye. Rows of beautiful tulips and azaleas surrounded the grounds of Spirit Mountain Casino.
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First Wild Orchid of the Year
In late March my destination was the eastern foothills of the Coastal Mountains. A 14-mile up-and-down trail travels around Henry […]
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Buxton Trestle to Hare Canyon
Too much rain and water in the lowlands. Time to visit and enjoy a ten mile hike in the upper […]
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The Crest of the Coastal Mountains
Early winter and I’m sitting on the crest of the Coastal Mountains. Warm sunshine and a light breeze are soothing […]
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Preparation for Elk Hunting
Before making a trip to Central Oregon for elk hunting, I decided to drive to Jewell. It’s always good to […]
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Coastal Mountain Hiking
Felt like the Stampers, I did. Hiking in the Coastal Mountains always reminds me of Ken Kesey’s ode to the old-time […]
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Early Summer Trek around Henry Hagg Lake
At times I’m truly amazed at the diversity of beauty in the Portland area. On the first weekend of summer […]
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Serenity at Soapstone II
While staying at the Oregon Coast, we drove to the Soapstone Lake Trailhead in the Clatsop State Forest in mid-May. It is […]