Cascade Journal: Take Me to the River

1 08 2016

My latest feature for Cascade Journal Magazine focuses on the Wild and Scenic rivers of Central Oregon; both the well-known (like the McKenzie in the photo below) and under the radar. Click here to read it.

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Northwest Travel & Life Magazine: The Misty Fjords

1 07 2016

In the latest issue of Northwest Travel & Life Magazine I write about Alaska’s Misty Fjords. From the article – “Thanks in large part to the glacier-carved landscape, legendary naturalist John Muir compared the Misty Fjords to his favorite inspirational wilderness, Yosemite. An understandable comparison, if only Yosemite were surrounded by ocean and studded with lakes and canals spread out over two million acres.” Click here to continue reading.

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Tillamook Coast: Bikes Built for the Beach

31 05 2016

A piece I wrote for Tillamookcoast.com about fat bikes and why for beach lovers, they are the best thing since sliced bread. Click here to read.

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Tillamook Coast: Biking the Single-Track Mountain Trails of the Tillamook Coast

20 05 2016

My latest for Tillamookcoast.com is about the best mountain biking options in the Tillamook State Forest. Click here to read it.

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Picture of the Week: North Wildwood Trail

6 04 2015

The northern end of Forest Park’s Wildwood Trail is my favorite segment of the entire park. There are fewer visitors, no invasive species, and you get scenes like this; where the park is trying to show off every possible shade of green in every conceivable texture 🙂

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Picture of the Week: The Cape Meares Lighthouse

30 03 2015

Thanks to a new writing contract, I’ll be spending a lot of time in Tillamook County this year. Last week I visited the Tillamook Coast; specifically the Cape Meares Lighthouse. It was magic. In addition to perfect weather, grey whales were putting on a show as they migrated north. We were treated to several breaches from the lighthouse viewpoint.

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Northwest Travel Magazine: Culinary Adventures on Oregon’s Adventure Coast

22 02 2015

An article I wrote for Northwest Travel Magazine about the burgeoning culinary scene in Coos Bay. A scene that is taking off in large part thanks to the Oregon Coast Culinary Institute. Read it online here.

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Three Must See Waterfalls in Tillamook

21 02 2015

I recently landed a wonderful gig writing outdoor-related blog posts for Tillamook Coast.com. In my first offering I discuss some must see waterfalls in the Tillamook Coast range, and why now is a great time to check them out. Click here to give it a read.

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Portland By Bus

19 11 2014

Portland By Bus is a relatively new website that I’m pleased as punch to be associated with. Even if it’s just the occasional write up and photography 🙂 If you live in Portland or plan on visiting, the site is a dream and dare I say should be considered mandatory viewing if you plan on using public transit.

Anyway, here is the front of the site’s new rack card. A rack card is kind of an informational hand out; and this one features photography from yours truly 🙂 That’s Happy Hour at Samurai Blue on top and the ever-photogenic Portland Japanese Garden on the bottom.

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Northwest Travel Magazine: Radiator Whiskey

1 11 2014

The latest issue of Northwest Travel Magazine features a piece I wrote about Seattle’s Radiator Whiskey. I do a lot of eating and drinking in my line of work, and encounter great places for both endeavors on a regular basis. But this spot provided one of the best all around dining experiences I’ve had in recent memory. From the article:

“In particular, omnivores that aren’t afraid to push their boundaries will find this place with much to favor. Non-traditional anatomical regions of some of your favorite animals are creatively curated to the plate by Chefs Garrison and Palagi. Small plates like the Fried Beef Lip Terrine with Dijonnaise or the Cornflake Crusted Chicken Livers with Frank’s Red Hot and aioli are perfect representations. It’s gourmet comfort food centered around a whole-animal approach that fires on all cylinders.”

To read the rest, pick up the latest issue of Northwest Travel Mag or read it online here.

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