Sure, the days are a smidgen shorter and the nights are cooling off (mercifully). But there is still lots of glorious late summer and early fall weather ahead to enjoy Oregon’s 6,000 lakes, 112,000 miles of rivers and 363 miles of coastline. Of course, these Indian Summer days after Labor Day weekend and the start […]
The Willamette is one of Oregon’s most popular waterways for boating. In 2005, approximately 387,000 boat use days were logged—most of that on the lower 18 miles of the river within Multnomah County. A decade later we can assume there are lots more boats on the Willamette. Here are a couple of everyone’s favorite destinations: […]
(Portland, OR) –The City of Portland recently acquired 85 acres of natural area and the Colwood Golf Course. The land will be acquired and managed through a partnership with the Bureau of Environmental Services and Portland Parks & Recreation. The property includes the golf course, along with open parkland and forested and wetland areas that […]
(Portland, OR) –A new survey released in June shows Portland residents strongly support a possible parks replacement bond. Parks Commissioner Amanda Fritz and Portland Parks & Recreation commissioned DHM Research to conduct a representative telephone survey of Portlanders. The survey shows that, once Portlanders find out that a replacement bond would not increase tax rates […]
A new and improved Hoyt Arboretum (Portland, OR) –Hoyt Arboretum Friends and Portland Parks & Recreation recently announced the completion of a multi-year, $115,000 signage project in PP&R’s Hoyt Arboretum. Visitors now enjoy 269 new way-finding signs, 11 map panels, 20 interpretive panels and 10,000 complimentary maps to take with them. The improved way-finding signs […]
If you are tired of the same old workout that gives you the same old results, Sadie Lincoln, founder of barre3 fitness system challenges individuals to give her plan a shot. Barre3 is a combination of yoga, Pilates and ballet barre work. Based on the importance of a balanced lifestyle, barre3 classes are designed to […]
PORTLAND, OR: evo, the leading action sports and fashion retailer, will open its next store in Portland, Oregon. The construction and restoration of the 120-year-old former Salvation Army headquarters building begins this month in Southeast Portland. evo Founder, CEO and Oregon native, Bryce Phillips, says, “Portland is a natural extension for us, part of our […]
Portland, OR –Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) and the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) announce a major new biking and walking path along the Columbia Slough in north Portland. The Columbia Slough Trail, between N. Denver and Vancouver avenues, is now open for use. The paved path, more than a mile in length, is […]
Sample the city’s best restaurants with three-course meals for just $29. Since 2009, food-loving Portland has dedicated a whole month to celebrating our celebrated dining scene. Originally held in June, Portland Dining Month moves to March in 2014. With some of the city’s top restaurants offering three-course meals for just $29, Portland Dining Month is the best time to […]
PORTLAND, OR: evo, the leading action sports and fashion retailer, will open its next store in Portland, Oregon. The construction and restoration of the 120-year-old former Salvation Army headquarters building begins this month in Southeast Portland. evo Founder, CEO and Oregon native, Bryce Phillips, says, “Portland is a natural extension for us, part of our […]
