cindy@usarivercruises.com
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Dawn
A NW native, I've lived in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Lover of the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, love to travel & explore new places, and love to share the many cool things in the NW with readers.
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The lavender was in full bloom, and the bees were busily humming away in the sunshine. I just spent a lovely afternoon at Helvetia Lavender Farm with my daughter having lunch and tea out on their deck overlooking a fabulous view of the valley around Hillsboro.Read More
Time for a road trip? Head east of Seattle for a stunning driving loop that will take you through charming towns, wineries, gorgeous lakes and towering mountains.Read More
In 1906, a ship heading to Portland to get a load of wheat and return to England ran into heavy fog and changing winds. The ship, the Peter Iredale, grounded on the shores of Clatsop Beach near Warrenton, Oregon and just west of Astoria.Read More
A flight of locally crafted beers, a warm sunny day, good food, and surrounded by friends. What better way to spend a late Saturday afternoon? We stopped by Gilgamesh Brewery when in town on Saturday recently and enjoyed a nice, leisurely lunch.Read More
The unique geology of these eastern Washington state hills are a photographer’s dream…and a road trip dream. Imagine driving on a beautiful sunny day, sunroof open, your favorite music playing, and these gentle rolling hills as the view out your window.Read More