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Outdoor Activities Things To Do

Hike, buggy ride across the spectacular Oregon Dunes

While entertaining relatives or out for a family getaway, consider adding a visit to the sand dunes just north of Florence, Oregon. Formally known as the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, it extends for 40 miles along the Oregon Coast from Florence, OR to Coos Bay, OR I will never forget the first time my […]

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Things To Do Travel

Whidbey Island hosts tasty festivals

I think many people agree, Whidbey Island provides a great getaway any time of year. It’s easy to jump on a ferry in Mukilteo, Wash., drive around the island and situate yourself at a campground, cozy B & B or country inn. But if you are looking for an excuse to take an escape weekend, […]

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Health and Fitness

Tips for Camping with Kids

In keeping with my rants about the importance of “no child left indoors,” I want to thank the editors of Sunset magazine for publishing a great “The Joy of Camping” feature in the May issue (www.sunset.com). In the article Sunset photographer Tom Story and his wife, Sara Paloma, share how they made a successful four-day, […]