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Portland's International Rose Test Garden
Every year hundreds of thousands visit the International Rose Test Garden each year in Portland, Oregon. This famous Oregon site is home to more than 8,000 roses received from all over the United States and the rest of the globe since World War I.
To Make Some Salt: Lewis and Clark on the Oregon Coast
Common salt has played an important role in history. For the men of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, salt was very desirable to season their meat. They established a saltworks about 15 miles from where they spent the winter of 1805-1806 at hastily constructed Fort Clatsop. You can visit their saltworks today near Seaside Oregon.
Sawdust Memories
Melodrama and vaudeville are alive and well in Coquille, Oregon. For 37 years the local residents of the city of Coquille, Oregon, and the surrounding South Coast area of Oregon have put on lively and highly entertaining performances of the melodramas of the late 19th and early part of the 20th century. The Sawust Theatre has become an institution and a legend in Oregon.
Schreiner's Iris Gardens: A Spring Tradition
The annual pilgrimage to world-famous Schreiner's Iris Gardens is a ritual for many families in northern Oregon, including my own. At Schreiner's you can view hundreds of varieties of Iris as you stroll through ten acres of gardens.
Congrat Olympians!
Oregon welcomes a slew of Olympic winners back home.
Santiam River Resort - Bed and Breakfast of the Month
Come visit this month's featured inn = Santiam River Resort in Sweet Home, Oregon.
Holiday Taste Sensation From Oregon - Cranberries!
What are the holidays without the tangy goodness of cranberries from Oregon?
Chocolate for Women - Book Reviews
Sue Barton reviews the books in Oregn Author, Kay Allenbaugh's "Chocolate for Women" series. Included in this review is Chocolate for a Woman's Blessing, which was contributed to by Suite101.com's Mary Alward.
Dennis Morehouse - Interview With an Oregon Editor
Ninth in a series of interviews with Contributing Editors from Oregon. Highlighted is General Military editor, Dennis Morehouse.
There She is...Miss America!
Finally! Miss Oregon, Katie Harman, is the first Miss America from Oregon.
Columbus Day Revisited
A remembrance of the 1962 Columbus Day Storm.
Oregon's Halloween Haunts
Halloween isn't as simple as it once was. Here are some safe, fun alternatives to Trick-or-Treating.
Dawn Weinberger - Interview With an Oregon Editor
Eighth in a series of interviews with Contributing Editors from Oregon. Highlighted is Men's Fashion editor, Dawn Weinberger.
Coyotes Howl in Oregon
Where can you go to hear the coyotes howl in Oregon? Check here for a fun trip to the wilds of Eastern Oregon.
Oregon's Fall Harvest Fun
Shine on harvest moon over Oregon tonight. There is a bushel full of fun fall harvest activities, so come on over to play.
Donna Satterlee - Interview With an Oregon Editor
Seventh in a series of interviews with Contributing Editors from Oregon. Highlighted is Emergency Preparedness editor, Donna Satterlee.
Cowboys and Indians
Round up your gang and head to the Pendleton Round-Up!
Let's go on a Field Trip in Oregon
School is almost in session. Come along on some of my favorite Oregon field trips!
Oregon Whitewater
Oregon truly is still "The Wild West" when it comes to water -- whitewater.
Rick Francona - Interview With an Oregon Editor
Sixth in a series of interviews with Contributing Editors from Oregon. Highlighted is Mid-East Politics editor, Rick Francona.
A Pocket Full of Posies - More Must See Gardens in Oregon
Come on a garden tour of Oregon
American Fuji - A Book Review
A review of the sensational first novel by Sara Backer. Set in Japan, an Oregonian English professor and a Seattle psychologist help solve each other's mysteries.
Ring Around the Rosey - 10 Must See Rose Gardens in Oregon
Although Portland is known as the Rose City having an annual Rose Festival, parade, and other activities all across town, they don't have a lock on these American Beauties. Here's a quick tour of ten great rose gardens in Oregon.
Da Vinci Days - A Renaissance in Oregon
Come visit this annual Corvallis, Oregon celebration of history's most influential inventor, thinker, and artist -- Leonardo da Vinci!
Thomas Martin - Interview with an Oregon Editor
Fifth in a series of interviews with Contributing Editors from Oregon. Highlighted is Urban Naturalist editor, Thomas Martin.
Coast Guard station brought back to life in Port Orford
The U.S. Coast Guard lifeboat station in Port Orford was built in 1934 to provide lifesaving service on the southern portion of the Oregon coast, a mission it performed until the station was decommissioned in 1970 and turned over the state of Oregon
My Stars!
The best place in Oregon to view the stars is in the middle of the state atop 6700' Pine Mountain
Oregon Watermelon Fests and Recipes
Oh the Good Ol' Summertime! The best time to enjoy meals outdoors with watermelon
Terrie Murray -- Interview with an Oregon Contributing Editor
Fourth in a series of interviews with Contributing Editors from Oregon. Highlighted is Backyard Birdwatching Almanac editor, Terrie Murray.
Portland, The Rose City
A brief overview of Portland, Oregon - The City of Roses. This is their 150th birthday and they are celebrating their roses in fine fasion with nearly a month of activities.
Japanese Submarine Attack on Curry County (WWII)
Rick Francona, Mid-East Politics Editor, and Port Orford historian, recounts the WWII attacks on Oregon's southern coast.
Fishing in Oregon - A Tribute to a Fly Fisherman Extraordinaire
Sue Barton celebrates opening day of fishing season in Oregon with a tribute to her father-in-law.
Kirk Johnson - Interview with an Oregon Contributing Editor
Third in a series of interviews with Contributing Editors from Oregon. Highlight is Garden Design editor, Kirk Johnson.
Double U Ranch - Springtime Lamb Recipe from Oregon
Fresh lamb recipes from Oregon for your spring meals.
Pistol River Farm - Springtime Mushroom Recipes from Oregon
Fresh mushroom recipes from Oregon's Pistol River Mushroom Farm for your spring meals.
Angel Valley Farm - Springtime Mushroom Recipe from Oregon
Fresh mushrooms and recipes from Oregon's Angel Valley Farm for your spring meals.
Flery Manor Springtime Breakfast Recipes from Oregon
Fresh recipes from Oregon's Flery Manor for your spring meals; Eggs on a Cloud, Apples Stuffed With Wild Blackberries, and Orange Blossom French Toast.
Aunt Barb Sauce - Springtime Rhubarb Recipe from Oregon
Fresh food recipes from Oregon for your spring meals - lamb, rhubarb, mushrooms, and eggs.
Square Dance in a Round State
Come celebrate National Dance Week learning about Oregon's State Dance!
Oregon Coast Music Festival Events
You won't want to miss the 23rd Annual Oregon Coast Music Festival in the Coos Bay area!
Linda Suzane -- Interview with Contributing Editor from Oregon
Second in a monthly series of interviews with Suite101.com Contributing Editors from the State of Oregon. This month Linda Suzane, Vampire ebooks editor is highlighted.
Professional Sports in Oregon
An overview of professional sports: baseball, basketball, hockey and soccer played in Oregon.
Oregon's Wearin' of the Golf Greens
Oregon's golf greens are opening up for the season. Check out the information on public, private and resort courses.
Oregon's Beacons
Oregon's lengthy coastline is protected by ten beacons of light.
Linda Sharp -- Interview with Contributing Editor from Oregon
First in a monthly series of interviews with Suite101.com Contributing Editors from the State of Oregon. This month Linda Sharp, Parenting/Marriage Humor editor is highlighted.
Oregon Coastal Treasures
Oregon's coast offers many natural treasures, and a few man-made gems. See what you're in for if you travel to Lincoln City.
Oregon Rocks!
Some of Oregon's finest attributes lie just beneath the surface. Come see the wonders of Oregon gems and minerals.
Announcing the Winner - Most Romantic Vacation Contest
Sue Barton announces the winner of the January "Most Romantic Vacation" essay contest.
Discovering Oregon: A Book Review
Sue Barton reviews a beautiful new book of Oregon photographs and descriptive text.
Linus Pauling: Remembering Oregon's Native Son
When you hear the name, “Linus Pauling,” what do you think? Read about this Oregonian and his accomplishments as one of the most important scientists of the 20th Century.
Romantic Oregon
Oregon is filled with romantic elements. Here are some of my favorites.
Can the Internet Change Your Life? An Oregon Perspective
The Internet has affected the State of Oregon in incredible ways! Read about some of the recent changes.
How Has the Internet Changed Your Life?
How has the Internet changed life for you? That question was posed to me not long ago. I think my answers will give you time at this New Year to think back as well.
Oregon Book Reviews
A summary of the books reviewed by Sue Barton in the Oregon topic.
Oregon Articles - Editorial Opinion and Personal Essays
A categorized listing of editorial opinion and personal essays about Oregon.
Oregon Articles - Fun Stuff, Trivia and Interesting Information
A categorized listing of articles about Oregon fun facts and trivia.
Oregon Articles - Flora and Fauna
A categorized listing of articles about the animals, vegetables, and minerals of Oregon with a little editorial opinion thrown in for spice.
Oregon Articles - Health Issues
A categorized listing of articles about health issues in Oregon with a little editorial opinion thrown in for spice.
Oregon Articles - Products and Businesses
A categorized listing of articles about Oregon, its people, places, products and history with a little editorial opinion thrown in for spice.
Oregon Articles - Government and History
A categorized listing of articles about the government and history of Oregon, with a little editorial opinion thrown in for spice.
Oregon Articles - People to See
A categorized listing of articles about the people of Oregon, with a little editorial opinion thrown in for spice.
Oregon Articles - Places To Go
A categorized listing of articles about places to go in Oregon, with a little editorial opinion thrown in for spice.
Oregon Polls
Oregon topic polls - informational and just for fun!
Oregon Articles - Things To Do
A categorized listing of articles about things to do in Oregon with a little editorial opinion thrown in for spice.
Oregon Bulletin Archives
An archive of Bulletins posted in the Oregon topic
ABC's of Oregon
Bits and pieces of trivia about Oregon State
Winter Sports in Oregon
There's nothing like a day out in the fresh clean scent of snow and pines of the Oregon wintertime.
A Taste of Oregon
There's still time to order tasty treats from Oregon to brighten your Holidays. Come check out this selection of time-honored favorites.
The Museum at Warm Springs
Visit this AIA award-winning museum. You will learn about Native American history, treaties with the United States government, their traditional culture and how they keep that culture alive today.