You’re excused if you become distracted by the ancient cliffs that shadow your drive up the Columbia River Gorge, or by Mt. Hood’s graceful lines towering over you. They’re a nice preamble to what’s waiting once you arrive: valleys painted with fruit orchards, friendly bistros, and historic inns and lodges that feel just like home. If you’re inclined for making a few discoveries yourself, head over to the south side of the mountain to the Villages …
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To be an Oregon brew master requires an understanding of science, a good palate and an imaginative vocabulary.
Our craft breweries don’t spend millions on slick commercials featuring cute mascots. In fact, the only animals you’ll find associated with Oregon beer are on the taps and labels, with names like Doggie Claws, Green Elephant or Black Lab Stout. Each one is a unique expression of the personality of the brewer, and their brews bear no resemblance to those beer conglomerates east of here, either. Drop into one of the hundreds of brewpubs across the state and see what they can do with some water, grain, hops, and a little creative name-calling. There’s a lot of beer-exploring to do, so plan to make a weekend of it.
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Three-Day Oregon Expedition to Mt. Hood and The Gorge
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Five-Day Oregon Coast Quest
It’s an age-old question: who makes the best clam chowder? Take a trip on these 363 miles of heaven and judge for yourself. Along the way, you might run into an oyster and wine tasting, several craft brewers, and someone just in from the sea bearing a bounty of fresh seafood for you to savor. (download this map) Shipwreck at the beach. Visit Lewis and Clark’s Fort Clatsop. Stay at Gearhart by the Sea. Dig for razor clams in Gearhart. Grab a bite at …
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Five-night Eastern Oregon Trek
Pick one of the many scenic byways that lead here, and you’ll see plenty of jaw-dropping topography. Along your way, be sure to take a little time and taste Oregon’s wild open countryside. Whether you meet an urban expatriate who’s established a new culinary outpost, or a fifth generation ranching family growing the finest beef around, your visit here will be as delicious as the view outside your window. (download this map) Giddy up at the Pendleton Round-Up. Eat lunch and …
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Craft Brews News from Around Oregon
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Chatting with Preston about the Holiday Ale Festival beers
Via The Beer Here on November 21, 2009
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Via Brewpublic on November 21, 2009
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Hop Press: Pumpkin Beer Season
Via The Brew Site on November 21, 2009
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Economy: Beer is “recession resistant”
Via The Brew Site on November 20, 2009
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(OR) News Flash Lompoc Sidebar, Barrel Aged Goodies Today
Via The Pickled Liver on November 20, 2009
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