Exquisite Crystals
A surprising find in more ways than one Walking around the old buildings on the Historic National Fort Vancouver site on the edge of downtown Vancouver, Washington, you find beautifully preserved buildings, many dating to the mid 1800s. While walking among the old buildings of this old military fort, you… Read More
Photo of the Week: Mount Hood in Autumn
What a stunning photo of Mt. Hood! This Autumn view was captured by Columbia River Gorge resident Cate Hotchkiss and looks almost like an oil painting in its perfection.
Corvallis: A Beautiful College Town
A visit to Corvallis in the fall is a beautiful thing. There is something about a college campus in the fall – with students with backpacks walking here and there, professors riding bicycles down leaf-covered streets, and the sounds of cheers coming from a sports field just out of sight…. Read More
Winery Wednesday Spotlight: Waterbrook Winery
Set in the beautiful Walla Walla Valley wine region, Waterbrook is a premier winery destination with a fabulous, elegant setting, full service gourmet restaurant, as well as beautiful wines. They are the setting for many special events including dinners, weddings, fundraisers, and even bring-your-dog events. They may be elegant,… Read More
Pete’s Mountain Vineyard
Our photo of the day: a beautiful shot of the golden grapevines taken during the “golden hour” in Autumn just before sunset. Pete’s Mountain Vineyard in the Portland area has spectacular views of Mt. Hood in the distance. Vineyards all over the Willamette Valley are turning amazing shades of gold… Read More
Perfect Autumn
So far, it has been a near perfect Autumn for this Northwest native. Cool, crisp sunny days, outstanding fall colors, and stunning sunrises. It is a little cooler than normal, but all the more reason to break out those autumn clothes and sip some chai while enjoying the views of… Read More