Exploration Has Its Rewards A while back I returned to a hike made many years ago. It had changed dramatically. […]
The Roots of Tryon Creek State Park
Beautiful Wild Lilies On the first weekend of spring we visited Tryon Creek State Park. It’s the only Oregon State […]
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Early Spring Wildflowers
Spring Wildflowers Around the spring equinox the hills are becoming alive with many signs of spring. Domestic flowers and early […]
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The Majestic Snow-Covered Volcanos of Portland
Council Crest I enjoy hiking in the West Hills. Several scenic trails lead to 1,070-foot Council Crest, at the top […]
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Skycar Viewpoint, Deep in the Coastal Mountains
Oregon Coastal Mountains It was a beautiful sunny day near the Spring Equinox. We decided to take an outing to […]
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March in the West Hills of Portland
Portland Heights The Tualatin Mountains dominate the western skyline of Portland, Oregon. The mountains form the high ridge running from […]
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A Nostalgic Wintertime Climb to the Summit of Silver Star Mountain
Views Forever Silver Star Mountain is easily visible from much of the Portland and Vancouver area, and is located about […]
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Alpine Hiking: Paradise Park, Mississippi Head and Timberline Lodge
Pacific Crest Trail Timberline Lodge sits on the Southern slope of Mt. Hood at 6,000 feet. It’s the beginning of […]
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Late Winter in Portland Heights
Portland West Hills The Tualatin Mountains dominate the western skyline of Portland, Oregon. The mountains form the high ridge running […]
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Great Blue Herons and the First Wildflower of the Year
Wildlife Refuge The Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge is located a few miles southwest of town. It’s one of only a […]