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Our blog shares Faces of the Northwest, interviews with creative Northwest business owners, Northwest Moments, and photos of some of our favorite places in the Northwest.

Sauvie Island Bridge

Sauvie Island Bridge

This photo was taken while visiting The Pumpkin Patch on Sauvie Island. Doesn’t the Sauvie Island Bridge look beautiful when framed by fall colors?

Trout Hash | Brunch at Beeswing

Trout Hash | Brunch at Beeswing

Couldn’t help it – I had to try the Trout Hash at Beeswing! What better plate for brunch that sweet potatoes and yukon golds with smoked trout and poached egg on top? I enjoyed a locally-made, gluten-free bread. Can’t wait to go back!

Colors of the Season

Pumpkin-Spice-flavored everything is out now, and candy is suspiciously on sale. At first I felt rebellious against the changing seasons, and wanted to hold on to those last moments of Summer. But now that the skies are gray, I’ve got a sweater on, and I ordered my coffee hot instead… Read More

Wednesday On The Water

#WednesdayOnTheWater | #ClackamasRiver | #BestNWRivers Check out these whitewater rafters! They’re on the upper Clackamas River, just a short drive from Portland. They look like they’re earning the post-rafting visit to Lompoc Brewing! This is one of Oregon River Experiences‘ afternoon ‘Happy Hour’ trips that they started this summer. Offered… Read More

Faces of the Northwest Introduces Joel of Oregon River Experiences

These summer heatwaves are getting Northwesterners out on the water! But not all of us are skilled or have the necessary equipment. In moments like these, we turn to the experts like Oregon River Experiences! We had a chat with Joel Swartzmiller from ORE, to learn more about him and his… Read More

New Ships in the Northwest

New Ships in the Northwest

The Northwest is the best place to vacation. We know, because we stay-cation here all the time! But it’s also fun to share our Northwest bounty of food, wine, craft beer, and great natural beauty with visitors from around the world. Many visitors come here to cruise! There are small… Read More