DUCKS AND BEAVERS AND VIKINGS!  OH MY! Mornings are getting cooler, the ads are full of Back to School savings,  and college football is right around the corner.  Whether you are a fan or just want to know when to avoid traveling on I-5 this fall, you will want to be prepared! SCHEDULES Beaver Schedule Duck Schedule Vikings Schedule September 18th will definitely be a day to avoid travel on I-5.  OSU plays Louisville at 2:30 pm in...

Welcome to another summer in the Pacific Northwest.  With the thermostat quickly rising, crowds are flocking to the water in an attempt to relax and stay cool. For those of us who like to stay close to home and keep it safe, the water options are plentiful.  The city of Portland has plenty of community fountains for all ages to enjoy, from the Jamison Square Fountain in the Pearl District to the Holladay Park Fountain in NE Portland. ...

Those of us who live in the Pacific Northwest often forget about all of the spectacular outdoor options we have available right at our fingertips.  Now that daylight is lasting well into the evening and the weather is finally improving, it’s a great time to get outside and explore some of our favorite local hiking trails.  From the beautiful Oregon Coast to the high desert, from the Columbia Gorge to the Southern Oregon Caves, the...

Looking for something amazing to see and fun to do with the whole family then check out the Tigard Festival of Balloons in Cook Park this weekend June 24th – 26th.  I had never been to this event and took my whole family last year for the NW Natural Night Glow that happens on Friday night (weather pending) and was completely amazed.  I had my family sitting in the middle of the field that night playing with these cool toys we had...