The Camassia Nature Preserve is a 26-acre natural area known for its beautiful wildflowers, abundant wildlife, and easy, family-friendly trails. [West Linn, Oregon] This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry - they won't bite. For a few brief weeks every spring, wildflower fields along the Columbia River burst forth in a rhapsody of blue. It is Camas Season. Though it closely resembles a lily, the Camas plant ("Camassia quamash") is actually a member of the asparagus … [Read more...]
Casual Elegance by the Sea: Meridian at Headlands {Pacific City, Oregon}
If you're craving some delicious, locally-sourced ocean-to-table cuisine, prepared with care and served up with a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean, then head to Meridian at Headlands Coastal Lodge in Pacific City, Oregon. Many thanks to the Headlands Coastal Lodge & Spa for hosting our stay and for providing our complimentary brunch. This post may contain affiliate links. Before I get started, let’s just take a moment to appreciate this beautiful plate of lox that … [Read more...]
Orenco Woods Nature Park {Hillsboro, Oregon}
Visitors to Orenco Woods Nature Park can choose from wide variety of activities, including hiking, bicycling, geocaching, picnicking, and enjoying the native wildlife. (Oh, and hangin' out with giant Twig People. Don't about forget them.) Last weekend was absolutely Bea-u-tiful here in the Pacific Northwest, so Mr B and I decided to go and explore Orenco Woods Nature Park, a new westside neighborhood park that has been getting a lot of local press attention lately. Here's just one reason … [Read more...]
McCully House Inn – Jacksonville, Oregon {Plus a Ghost Story!}
Relax, unwind, and take a trip back through Oregon history - at the McCully House in beautiful Jacksonville, Oregon. {Plus a Ghost Story!} Located in beautiful Jacksonville, Oregon, the McCully House Inn is just a few short blocks from the town's historic downtown district, with restaurants, watering holes, antique stores, artisan shops, and Brittfest within easy walking distance. This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry - they won't bite. The McCully House consists of … [Read more...]
One Fine Day in Jacksonville {Oregon}
Blending small town ambience with sophisticated taste, this 1850's gold-rush town is booming with music, wine, and history. This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry - they won't bite. Last fall, I had the opportunity to visit Jacksonville twice within a few weeks: the first time as part of a press tour hosted by Travel Oregon, and the second with Mr B - who I dragged south a few weeks later because I couldn't get enough of it on my first … [Read more...]
