Tag Archives: Central Oregon

Central Oregon’s High Desert Museum Brings Culture and History to Life

The Cascade Mountains slice through Oregon, creating stark differences between the east and west sides of the state. Created by volcanic activity and reshaped by severe weather, the high desert of Central Oregon forms a tawny contrast to the lush green forests west of the Cascades. The harsh conditions of the high desert forced animals, […]

Three of Portland’s Best Fishing Spots

Fishing in Oregon is fantastic, there are many great fishing spots in and around the Portland, Oregon area depending on the type of fish a fisherman is looking to catch. Salmon and Sturgeon are favorites of most fishermen and can be found right in the Columbia River. Launch your boat from Chinook Landing and head […]

Oregon’s Small Towns Are a Great Place to Visit

Oregon has become known for its tourism, and especially for its better-known regions such as Portland, Crater Lake, or the Columbia Gorge. However, I have lived and traveled through this wonderful state of Oregon for 50 years now, and I feel that there are a few areas that people need to know about. To be […]

Best Vacation Towns on the Oregon Coast

The Oregon coast offers some of the most striking beaches in the entire United States. There are many quaint, charming coastal towns in Oregon that make for an excellent weekend getaway, or even a full vacation. Here is a quick profile of four popular towns on the Oregon coast. Bandon If you’re traveling up to […]

Fire Opal from Opal Butte, Oregon

No single word can describe opal. Incredible iridescence and rainbow colors in the vivid glow of the stone. The colors fall into pearly or milky whites or even clear, almost hyaline, glassy colors. The word “opal” denotes a complex beautiful that only the mind’s eye can accurately articulate. Opal is a fairly simple molecule. Hydrated […]