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Take an Adventurecation in Oregon’s Washington County

Posted on: May 22nd, 2013 by Sylke Neal-Finnegan No Comments

Oregon’s Washington County offers many of the best activities that the state has to offer: estate wineries, craft brews, exceptional art and culture experiences, engaging farms and markets and so much more. For those who like their vacations to be filled with adventure, we have a two-day adventure that will have your adrenaline pumping and your heart racing.

Day One: Sky-High Adventures

This wobbly bridge at Tree to Tree could be your next adventure challenge!

This wobbly bridge at Tree to Tree could be your next adventure challenge!

Tree to Tree Adventure Park features an aerial adventure ropes course with six (6) courses of varying difficulty, each with 10 obstacles to master before zipping back to the ground. “Woody’s Ziptastic Voyage” is a zip line tour featuring six extreme zip lines (including one that is 1,280-feet long), a bridge and a 40-foot rappel.

The Willamette Valley Soaring Club offers introductory rides as a way to introduce the public to the sport.  Experienced pilots soar 3,000 feet in the are and share the spectacular views  of the Willamette Valley below.

Drive to the Tillamook Forest Center, located in the Tillamook State Forest, to experience the region’s largest interpretive and educational center, which showcases the Oregon history and legacy of the historic Tillamook Burn and the public spirit behind a monumental reforestation effort.

Day Two: A Day in the Forest

The second day of your Adventurecation whisks you through one of Oregon’s best-kept secrets, the Banks-Vernonia State Trail, Oregon’s first rails-to-trails park. This  21-mile (one way), multi-use, non-motorized trail is open to hiking, biking and horseback riding, and feature spectacular views, forests and trestle/bridge crossings.

View the full  itinerary, complete with camping suggestions, pricing, months of operation and more.

For more itineraries, visit our website or plan your own itinerary using our Trip Planner.  Don’t forget to enter to win an Adventurecation to Oregon’s Washington County. Learn more >>>

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Memorial Weekend in Wine Country

Posted on: May 14th, 2013 by Sylke Neal-Finnegan No Comments

Memorial Weekend in Wine Country, a popular annual event in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, returns with many wineries throughout the Washington County participating in this treasured tradition.

Regardless of what the weather may be like here in late May, this winery weekend is sure to be inviting and fun–and no tickets or advance sign-up is needed. Participating wineries are generally open May 25, 26 and 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check individual wineries for extended hours at select spots.

Here’s our rundown of events and offerings, by city,  during this lively weekend:

Beaverton

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Photo Courtesy of Ponzi Vineyards; photo by John Valls

Cooper Mountain Vineyards celebrates Memorial Weekend with live music, new releases, tasty appetizers and fantastic views. (Tasting fees: $10-20, includes logo glass)

Ponzi Vineyards will release its 2011 Chardonnay at the Ponzi Historic Estate, and will pull two vintages–produced from Dijon clones–from the library. (Tasting fees: $10/$15)

Cornelius

At Ardiri Winery and Vineyards, one of “10 wineries where the view is as good as the Pinot,” sample wares from local food artisans, as well as its “Vino di Tavola,” back by popular demand.  (Tasting fees: $10)

A Blooming Hill Vineyard is offering wedding anniversary chocolate cake, plus tastings of  its 2012 new releases.  (Tasting fee: $7)

Forest Grove

Apolloni Vineyards is offering tours of its newly opened underground wine cave, complete with barrel tastings! Plus, enjoy handcrafted charcuterie and sandwiches from Olympic Provisions of Portland–available for sampling and purchasing–to enjoy on the patio. (Tasting fee: $5)

At David Hill Vineyard and Winery’s historic farmhouse tasting room, taste a variety of estate-grown wines served in a logo glass to keep and light hors d’oeuvres, paired with live music. (Tasting fee: $10, includes logo glass)

Popcorn from Masala Pop paired with wine marks the Saturday festivities at Montinore Estate. New releases and wine specials will be available all weekend long. (Tasting fee: $10)

Gaston

Elk Cove Vineyards  is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the planting of its highly acclaimed Roosevelt Vineyard with a pouring of the vineyard’s first vintage, a 1996 Pinot Noir.  Elk Cove is opening the vault to additional library tastings, and will have limited bottles available for purchase. (Tasting fees vary)

New wine releases and two generations of Oregon winemaking and hospitality will be celebrated at Kramer Vineyards. (Tasting fee: $10)

Patton Valley Vineyard is featuring a six-wine flight, which includes four newly-released 2011 Pinot Noirs and the anticipated 2012 rosé, paired with stunning views, tasty nibbles and lively conversation. (Tasting fee: $10)

Hillsboro

Freja Cellars is breaking out its 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir, as well as releasing the new 2010 Estate Pinot Noir, paired with breads, cheeses and chocolates. (Tasting fee: $10, including logo glass; tastings are free if you bring your own Freja logo glass)

Don’t miss the opportunity to visit J. Albin Winery, which opens to the public only during special events. Sample the winery’s Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, sparkling wines and small-lot production of Cabernet (a rare find in the north Willamette Valley), paired with delicious cheese from Quail Run Creamery. (Tasting fee: $10)

Newberg

Anam Cara Cellars is unveiling its first unoaked Chardonnay, along with spring releases of rosé, Riesling and its ever-popular Gewürztraminer. (Tasting fee: $10)

Enjoy releases of 2012 whites, 2011 Tempranillo and new releases of Pinot Noir paired with fine meats and cheeses at Raptor Ridge Winery. (Tasting fee: $15; open Friday-Monday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

Sherwood

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Alloro Winery; photo by Allison George

Sample a three-vintage vertical tasting of  Alloro Vineyard’s  Estate Pinot Noir, along with newly released rosé, Riesling and Chardonnay, paired with charcuterie. Additional tastings of limited-production Pinot Noir will be available in the barrel room. (Tasting fee: $10; $25 for the library tastings)

Tour the vineyard, taste limited production wines and current releases, including a preview of Sophia’s 2011 Pinot Noir, paired with hors d’oeuvres at Beckham Estate Vineyard’s tasting room and ceramic galley. (Tasting fee: $5; open weekend long, with reduced hours on Monday, 12-4 p.m.)

Blakeslee Vineyard Estate celebrates the opening of its new tasting room! Sample Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling and rosé in a souvenir glass and paired with nibbles. (Tasting fee: $15)

Hawks View Cellars is opening its doors to the public this Memorial Weekend and is releasing its White Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir, paired with a “Grapevine Barbecue.” (Tasting fee: $15; $25 for wine and food; open Saturday and Sunday only, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.)

Quailhurst Vineyard celebrates Memorial Weekend with a Saturday-only event featuring its acclaimed wines paired with hors d’oeuvres, as well as self-guided tours of the historic estate Japanese gardens and dressage demonstrations (weather permitting).  (Tasting/Event fee: $20; Saturday only, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

NOTE: This is not a complete list of Memorial Weekend happenings in Oregon’s Washington County. Be sure to consult our website for a complete list of  all area wineries and wine shops  in Oregon’s Washington County, and visit our Event Calendar for up-to-the-minute events throughout the weekend.

Source: Willamette Valley Wineries Association

For more events and festivals happening in Oregon’s Washington County, please visit our Event & Festivals Calendar.

 

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Be the First to Ride the New Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway

Posted on: May 8th, 2013 by Sylke Neal-Finnegan 4 Comments
Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway

The Banks-Vernonia State Trail is part of the newly-designated Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway.

After months and months of planning, we’re excited to announce that the Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway is now a reality!

The Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway features the best of the northern Willamette Valley, from friendly downtowns to fertile farmlands and lush natural areas.

Read more about the Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway

Set in the heart of Washington County, the Bikeway runs more than 50 miles point-to-point, and includes the Banks-Vernonia State Trail. The bikeway is best for intermediate and advanced cyclists. The 21-mile portion of the Banks-Vernonia State Trail is recommended for all skill levels.

Download the bikeway map (PDF)

Directional signage will be installed this summer. “Like” us on Facebook to keep up to date about developments and news about the Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway.

 

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Mother’s Day Weekend in Oregon’s Washington County

Posted on: May 3rd, 2013 by Sylke Neal-Finnegan No Comments

If you’re in the area visiting your mother, or are planning to take her away for a Mother’s Day getaway, several events throughout Oregon’s Washington County will leave your mom feeling like a queen (and you will be anointed as the “favorite child” …  at least for the weekend).

Weekend-Long Events

NEW ADDITION: Alloro Vineyard winery is hosting a special chocolate and wine tasting this Mother’s Day weekend, Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sample exotic chocolates, paired with Alloro Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Local jewelry designer Jessica Moquin will be showing off her artisan wares at a special trunk show. Cost for the event is $15 per person.

The Barefoot Quilt Festival is a Mother’s Day weekend tradition.  The historic Jenkins Estate hosts this celebration of the art of quilting with displays, demonstrations and sales of quilt-related items, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m, May 11-12.

Also an annual tradition, Smith Berry Barn celebrates “Mom”  during its Mother’s Day Open House, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 11-12, with samples of gourmet foods and fine teas.

Enjoy Mother’s Day weekend with wine tastings, food and music, hosted by Garden Vineyards (to be held at a special location: 23800 NW Meier Rd. Hillsboro), Friday, May 10, from 5-10 p.m. and Saturday, May 11, from 12-10 p.m. Admission is $10 per person, per evening.

Saturday, May 11

Oregon’s largest all-agricultural market, the Beaverton Farmer’s Market, opens for the season at 8 a.m. More than 200 vendors, including Oregon Craft Distillers “local liquids,” where visitors can taste artisan beer, wine and spirits, and an impressive selection of flower baskets and bouquets, delicious baked goods and more. (Open Saturdays through November 23, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.)

Apolloni Vineyards is unveiling its new Tuscan-inspired wine cave, from 4-7 p.m. Enjoy special tastings, featuring an exclusive selection of library wines, with vintages dating back to 2012. Italian-style appetizers, gourmet cheese and charcuteries will be served. Cost to attend the event is $20 per person.

Enjoy a mother-daughter run at this year’s Hippie Chick Half & Quarter Marathon, starting at 8 a.m. This ladies-only event takes runners through Oregon’s Washington County’s flat, tree-lined streets, ending at the Gordon Faber Recreational Complex in Hillsboro.

Sunday, May 12

NEW ADDITION: Plum Hill Vineyards is hosting a Mother’s Day Wine Brunch, with delicious offerings, such as empanadas, quiche, stuffed endive leaves, Meyer lemon tarts and hibiscus caramel candies, paired with Plum Hill Wines. Bruch is $27 and may be purchased at the tasting room or by calling 503-359-4706.

NEW ADDITION: Celebrate Mom at the Mother’s Day Brunch at McMenamins Grand Lodge, in the Compass Room Theater. The menu will include sugar snap pea salad with mint and pine nuts, tortellini salad, breakfast breads and pastries, cottage-fried red potatoes, homemade biscuits and sausage gravy and a lot more. Brunch is $26 for adults; $15 for kids (5-12): free for kids 4 and under. Reservations are required, 503-992-9533; toll free, 877-992-9533.

The Holiday Inn in Wilsonville is hosting a Mother’s Day Brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This traditional buffet features carved prime rib, whole round of pork, oven-roasted salmon, pan-seared chicken scallopini, omelet station, taco bar, a variety of salads, signature desserts, chocolate fondue bar and more. Guests will enjoy unlimited coffee, orange juice and punch, and champagne for the adults. Prices are $25 per adult, $22 for seniors, $13 for children under 12, and free for kids under 5. Reservations are required, 503-682-2211.

Apolloni Vineyards is partnering with Sundial Specialty Baking for a Mother’s Day Brunch at 10 a.m. This four-course brunch will feature artfully crafted dishes, such as truffled deviled eggs, smoked salmon crepes, and sangria basil mousse served in a poppy seed cookie bowl. Each course will be paired with delightful white and rosé Apolloni wines. All-inclusive cost is $29. Reservations are required, 503-359-3606.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Garden Vineyards (23800 NW Meier Rd., Hillsboro). Enjoy brunch and live music from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and take a stroll through the lush private gardens until 5 p.m. Cost is $35 per person. Reservations are required, 503-547-9046.

For more events and festivals happening in Oregon’s Washington County, please visit our Event & Festivals Calendar.

 

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A Visit to Indio Spirits

Posted on: May 1st, 2013 by Sylke Neal-Finnegan No Comments
Inside the tasting room at Indio Spirits

Inside the tasting room at Indio Spirits

Located in a semi-industrial location, near Stash Tea and Bridgeport Village in Tigard, is Indio Spirits, a local distillery that makes some fun and interesting and seriously good spirits.

Indio Spirits has been distilling for eight years, and just this December opened its tasting room, which is open to the public Thursdays-Sundays (times vary).

The tasting room is warm and welcoming, with a beautifully crafted wood bar and table as the centerpiece, where visitors may taste a flight of four spirits for $5. Choosing which four to taste is the difficult part, as Indio produces a variety of spirits, including flavored vodkas (such as lemongrass lime, marionberry, and wasabi), gin, lime-flavored rum, and aged whiskeys.

Spirits and spirits-related gift items are available for purchase at the tasting room. Also available is barbecue sauce using Indio’s Canadian whiskey and made by local company Beaverton Foods – the largest producer of horseradish and specialty mustards. Can’t get to the tasting room? Indio Spirits is sold in retail outlets in 30 states.

Indio’s shaking things up with new summer recipes, paired with drinkable balsamic vinegar available at Lucero Olive Oils at Bridgeport Village! DO try this at home:

Lemongrass-Lime Press
1 tbsp. Lemon White Balsamic Vinegar
2.5 oz. Lemongrass-Lime Vodka
Fill with even parts lemon-lime soda and club soda
Serve in a tall glass over ice

Fun fact: Local iconic institution, Beaverton Bakery, uses Indio’s spirits in some of their tasty creations, such as its Whiskey Fudge Cake and Marionberry Lemon Chiffon Cake.

 

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Two New Bicycling Tour Events Here

Posted on: April 24th, 2013 by Angie Marsh No Comments

The pristine paved roads meandering past vineyards, through valleys and next to farmland in Washington County will be pedaled by cyclists in new organized bike events this summer.

Enjoy a tree-filled backdrop when cycling here. Photo by Kevin Pastores.

Wine, Women & Wheels

Wine, Women & Wheels makes its Washington County debut Sunday, Aug. 4, 2013. Enjoy rest stops at vineyard cellars, lavender fields and herb farms on your choice of a 25- or 45-mile loop. In addition, riders will be treated to music, entertainment and gourmet foods. Professionals will be on the route to provide support for technical problems such as flat tires. Both routes conclude at Hawks View Cellars in Sherwood for a post-ride celebration complete with a gourmet vineyard lunch. Also onsite will be the Wine, Women and Wheels marketplace, offering clothing, products, services and information. For details and registration, visit this Breakaway Promotions page.

Savvy Cycling’s Grand Tour

“Savvy Cycling’s Grand Tour Portland” is Sunday, Sept. 22 to Sunday, Sept. 29, offering varied rides each day. The host hotel is The Grand at Bridgeport in Tigard, which is home base for all rides. Set out each day to ride alongside vineyards, rolling farmland and other picturesque views. Routes are carefully selected by veteran bike tour operator Wayne Broadhag, whom they refer to as the tour’s “Route Master.” His many years of experience as both rider and route designer means he’ll use his expertise to create varied cycling routes for different cycling abilities, with stops highlighting unique and interesting area attractions.

The cost of participating includes daily hot buffet breakfast and one food event. Every night ends with happy hour. A special room rate at The Grand at Bridgeport is available for Tour participants. For details, visit Savvy Cycling.

….And More

Rides returning to the area for summer 2013 include:

Tour de Cure, Hillsboro – July 20
Beaverton, Banks & Beyond – Aug. 24
Harvest Century – Sept. 29

Enjoy the ride!

 

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The Nominations Are in, and the Nominees Are…

Posted on: April 22nd, 2013 by Sylke Neal-Finnegan No Comments

The nominations are in for our first-ever Oregon’s Washington County People’s Choice Awards, and voting is now open!  Let your voice be heard and vote for your favorites by 3 p.m., Friday, May 3rd.

Favorite Attraction

  • Dawson Creek Park, a popular, scenic park in Hillsboro, was nominated for its proximity to the library, its fountains and 1.17 miles of walking paths and trails.
  • The Friendly Vine wine shop is an eclectic, sommelier-owned wine bar and bottle shop that offers wines by the glass, tasting flights and a retail collection of fine wines from the Willamette Valley.
  • Garden Vineyards is a boutique estate vineyard with beautiful views of the Tualatin Valley described as “like visiting a rich friend’s mansion and enjoying the landscaping.”
  • Hagg Lake is a jewel of Oregon’s Washington County, and was nominated for being “very calm and quiet, with plenty of space to find your own private area, even during the summer months and hot days.”
  • Jenkins Estate features pristine walking trails and beautiful gardens, which garnered this attraction a nomination: “Spring is my favorite time of the year when the trees and rhododendrons are in bloom.”
  • McMenamins Grand Lodge is a not just a hotel, it’s a destination complete with restaurants, bars, movie theater, spa, disc golf course, live entertainment and events and more.
  • Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club is one of Oregon’s premier golf courses and features stunning natural beauty, immaculate conditioning and an array of upscale amenities.
  • Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks & Minerals, a unique museum filled with rocks, gems, fossils, meteorites, petrified woods, and more, was nominated for being  “a world-class treasure, in the middle of the country.”
  • Washington Square is a popular retail center that boasts more than 170 specialty stores, five anchor stores, and an awesome “Shopping & Dining Rewards” coupon book for out-of-area visitors.

Favorite Restaurant

  • Cafe Mingo is a sustainable, Italian restaurant with a “nice atmosphere, good food, good service.”
  • Chennai Masala, a popular Indian restaurant was nominated for its “excellent food.”
  • Cruise In Country Diner, a family-friendly diner located in a rural area of Hillsboro, is nominated for its “wonderful owners and staff. Great burgers and ‘old time’ milkshakes.”
  • Decarli is committed to showcasing Oregon’s bounty of seasonal ingredients through Chef Paul Decarli’s culinary style, which draws on his Swiss-Italian-American roots.
  • Hall St. Grill has been a Beaverton staple since 1976 and has been offering traditional American dishes with a distinctive Northwest flair ever since.
  • Jin Wah‘s Pepper Salted Squid earned this popular Chinese/Vietnamese restaurant in Beaverton a nomination.
  • Reedville Cafe, an American restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, is noted for its “great food, excellent service, good value.”
  • Syun Izakaya is one of the most popular sushi/Japanese restaurants in the Greater Portland region, and can be summed up in one word: “Delicious.”

 

Nominations were open to visitors, residents and stakeholders from March 15, 2013 until April 21, 2013. Quotes were taken directly from the nomination ballets.

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Only in Oregon: Upcoming Events

Posted on: April 19th, 2013 by Angie Marsh No Comments

Here in Oregon’s Washington County, there are some unique, funky and fun events this spring and summer–and you’re invited to experience each one firsthand.

Jousting will be a highlight of the Oregon Renaissance Festival. Photo courtesy of the festival.

Faire in the Grove
Saturday, May 4 & Sunday, May 5
McMenamins Grand Lodge – Forest Grove

Step back in time for a day of revels at Faire in the Grove! Experience the Middle Ages and the Renaissance at this annual free event. The Grand Lodge front lawn is transformed into “Fairegrove,” a medieval village containing medieval actors, armored fighters, musicians, singers and dancers, and performances and demonstrations including: combat, dance, blacksmithing, archery, weaving, storytelling, juggling and strolling music. Participatory activities include: lawn games, Norse hat making, wax seal making, beer drinking and more. Storytellers will be featured on a Children’s Stage. Items for sale include: hooded cloaks, jewelry and costumes; and food will be available as well. Event details.

Hippie Chick Half & Quarter Marathon
Saturday, May 11
Hillsboro

The Hippie Chick Half & Quarter Marathon is a run through Washington County on flat, tree-lined streets beginning and ending at the Gordon Faber Recreational Complex. It’s specifically held on Mother’s Day weekend to encourage all its female participants, all of whom are encouraged to wear peace signs! Event details.

Altered Art Festival
Saturday,  June 1
Sherwood

Altered Art means transforming an object from its intended purpose to a new, creative one. In addition to participating artists’ booths, there will be: hands-on make-and-take art booths, an altered art competition, an art sale, live music, BBQ, wine and strawberry shortcake. Event details.

Oregon Renaissance Festival
On weekends: from Saturday, Aug. 24 – Sunday, Sept. 29
Washington County Fair Complex – Hillsboro

This new event transforms the fair complex into a 16th century European village for 13 days of merriment. Enjoy talented artists, non-stop stage entertainers, food, crafts, pageantry and more. You’ll encounter beautiful maidens, wandering minstrels, joking jesters and jugglers. Magicians, acrobats, comedians, swordfighters, pirates and fairies will entertain and delight. Be sure to meet the “washing well wenches” and daily performance of an armored jousting. Feast on renaissance-inspired food and drink, including: savory turkey legs, steak on a stake, bangers & mash and chocolate-covered cheesecake. Event details.

Enjoy your whimsical adventure!

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Migrate to the Tualatin River Bird Festival

Posted on: April 17th, 2013 by Angie Marsh No Comments

Meet an owl up close, discover blooming plants, enjoy live songs about toads and much more at the 2013 Tualatin River Bird Festival event Saturday, May 18.

A Refuge resident, photo by Kevin Welsh

The Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge in Sherwood is hosting this annual medley of free activities celebrating wildlife and wild places. The action-packed day begins with walks from 5:30 to 11 a.m., guided by three staff from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Another option is a “Songbird Hike” from 7 to 9 a.m. by a naturalist from the Backyard Bird Shop. If you’d like to paddle through the Refuge, the Tualatin Riverkeepers are leading a canoe (or kayak) trip from 9 a.m. to noon (advance registration required). Or choose the “Birding 101″ guided walk from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

At 10 a.m. is the “Guided Nature Walk for Kids,” starring bugs, slugs, logs and more. From noon to 1 p.m., the Audubon presents its live bird show, featuring owls, falcons, vultures and more. Following their show on the main stage, the birds and their handlers will be “meeting and greeting” attendees.

The guided walks continue with “Native Plants” at 1 p.m., a family friendly “Discovery Stroll” at 2 p.m., and a “Twilight Talk & Walk” at 6:30 p.m.

Other unique offerings include a live guitar performance by Dave Orleans, who will sing about trees, toads and more, from 2 to 4 p.m. Then at 4 p.m. is the two-hour workshop, “Basic Point-and-Shoot Digital Photography.” This is the only festival event with a fee, which is $10, and requires advance registration.

The day’s ongoing offerings include:
- Kids crafts
- A miniature golf course depicting the lifecycle of salmon
- A scavenger hunt
- A wood carver in action
- Build a bird or bat house, or bee board
- Rod casting

In addition, the Refuge Wildlife Center and Nature’s Overlook store will both be open. Visit the Tualatin River Bird Festival site for all the day’s details.

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Pets Welcome Here

Posted on: April 10th, 2013 by Angie Marsh No Comments

This visiting dog enjoyed an overnight stay, and then a romp in the lavender at Mountainside Lavender Farm.

Traveling with a four-legged companion can be a challenge when deciding where to lie down the dog bed for the night. Yet options abound throughout Washington County–35 locations, to be exact, that are designated as allowing pets.

Overall, the Pacific Northwest is considered dog friendly. Recently the travel booking site Priceline.com compiled the top 10 list of cities most friendly for travelers with pets based on the number of pet-friendly hotels, the number of off-leash dog parks per hundred thousand residents and the city’s walkability, and Portland ranked No. 2.

With our proximity to Portland, we have our own top dogs when it comes to allowing and welcoming pets. Here in Washington County, Tigard is unofficially our most pet friendly, as it’s home to nine hotels allowing pets. This is followed by Beaverton with eight pet friendly hotels, and Hillsboro with six. The other cities with a few pet friendly hotels are Wilsonville, Forest Grove and Tualatin.

Of our total, 30 are hotels with select rooms specified as pet friendly and four locations are RV parks. In addition, L.L. Stub Stewart State Park offers the trifecta of campsites, an RV area, or their cabin designated as pet friendly. This property is also home to a fenced off-leash dog area.

Many designated pet friendly rooms include a pet fee; be sure to inquire with individual hotels. There’s one package deal at a Beaverton hotel that waives the pet fee and offers both a new toy and bundle of dog treats for the visiting pooch: the Bow Wow Package.

Check out all of the pet friendly hotel options here.

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