Sweet Season

Sweet SeasonHunting For Huckleberry Treasure   by Dan Shryock Huckleberry hunters in the Pacific Northwest love their fruit, so much so they are reluctant to share their favorite berry picking locations. “Oh, they taste fabulous,” said Allison Hatzenbuhler of Donnelly, Idaho. “They are a cross between a blueberry and a raspberry. Once you know where…

Rustic & Real Glamping

Rustic & Real GlampingExplore the West with elevated comfort and experience   by Kim Cooper Findling PHOTO: ALDEEN LI The day dawned misty and cool, the sky blooming pink-gray over Coos Bay as it exited to the Pacific Ocean. We sipped coffee from ceramic mugs, wrapped in blankets on Adirondack chairs in front of our…

Nine Underrated Summer Travel Destinations

Summer is a time for adventure and exploration. But with so many popular destinations to choose from, it can be hard to decide where to go. If you’re looking for a summer travel experience that’s off the beaten path, consider one of these underrated destinations. Asheville, North Carolina Asheville is a charming city in the…

Rugged Beauty

Rugged BeautyBandon is a bit of Scotland on the Oregon Coast   by Kim Cooper Findling It was never a sure thing that tiny, charming Bandon, Oregon would become a world-famous destination. Founded in 1891 and named for Bandon, Ireland, the small town on the rural Southern Oregon Coast supported a modest population by growing…

Best Wildflowers in the West

Best Wildflowers in the WestExplore the beauty and diversity of wildflowers in Oregon and Idaho   by Damian Fagan Wildflowers bursting with color define summer in the West. The show starts in spring at lower elevations and follows the receding snow line up the mountains through fall. A palette of wildflowers paint mountain meadows and…

Rodeo Culture

Rodeo CultureRounding up the best of the West   by Adam Sawyer The American rodeo, like so many other ingrained aspects of culture across this continent, has its roots in a melding of customs and traditions. With heavy American Indian as well as Spanish and Mexican influence from the vaqueros’ the word “rodeo” comes from…

Music City

Music CityHitting the high notes in Nashville   by Katy Koontz Country-music icons such as Dolly Parton perform in Nashville, along with up-and-coming artists. Nashville has long been heralded as the mecca of country music, and for good reason. Most country stars old and new have lived, frequently performed, or recorded here. Just don’t assume…