Know Before You Go…

. . . This site is meant to entice you to travel more in Oregon. We think that, if you came to know the unique stories about the contemporary independent-minded people who live and work in Oregon, it would add some fun to your travels.

Pioneers in search of independence, found the courage to settle here 150 years ago. Like them, these folks have also found the courage to do it their way.

Check things out and see for yourself.

Jan Jackson, Publisher

Latest Stories from Oregon

Home always looks better when viewed through the windshield rather than the rear-view mirror.

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Veteran clamming/crabbing expert Bill Lackner is back for the 8th year to lead the free clamming and crabbing clinics in Lincoln City.

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The vision to have a Toastmaster presence in the Greenbelt MD Labor Day Parade finally became a reality when Oregon native David Alexander led his club in a rolling meeting through his town.

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