Stories from Oregon

It’s easy to find  the who-what-when-where and cost of things to see and do in Oregon, so we at Country Traveler Online are dedicated to bringing you the why. We want you to know the rest of the story or why native Oregonians, transplants and visitors in the beautiful state are doing what they are doing, because we think it’s a lot more fun to go places when you know their secrets. So, read on and happy traveling.

Jan Jackson, Publisher

So here’s the question: What is it about a mechanical breakdown that makes an otherwise kind and gentle man turn into a loudmouthed and braying fool?

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Suddenly, Larry’s eye caught movement of something nearby. The best looking jackrabbit he’d ever seen hopped into view and assumed an alert stance on a mound of dirt overlooking the creek.

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This spring will mark the third season that Thompson’s honeybees will pollinate the flowers in the 80-acre botanical garden.

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