The Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge is located a few miles southwest of Portland, Oregon. It’s one of only a handful […]


The Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge is located a few miles southwest of Portland, Oregon. It’s one of only a handful […]

A warm sunny day in the City of Roses. Throw on a good coating of sun protection, grab the camera […]

On one of the early days of summer we drove to the Oregon Zoo. It had been awhile since we had done the […]

Another interesting loop hike around Oak Island. Bald Eagles, songbirds, wildflowers and some sunshine.

An interesting loop hike around Oak Island. Bald Eagles, songbirds and some sunshine.

Oak Island is open again for hiking. Located nearby on Sauvie Island, it’s a grand place to spot songbirds. Even […]

Another year and another enjoyable visit to the Tulip Fest. Colorful tulips seemingly as far as the eye can see. […]

The first weekend of spring at the Carty Unit of the Ridgefield NWR. After crossing over an arched foot bridge above […]

A fun early spring visit to a National Wildlife Refuge in the Willamette Valley. This time the destination was the […]

Pleasant 3 1/2 mile loop hike from home. Spring flowers in bloom, yet it’s still three weeks until the equinox. […]