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A snowy mountain peak rises up from a coniferous forest with a snow-covered lake in the foreground under a bluebird sky.
Outdoors
Hike of the Month: Trillium Lake Winter Loop
Pass beneath frosted pines, breathe in fresh mountain air, and bring a lunch to devour when you’re done.
January 30, 2023 04:03 PM
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Cambrie Juarez
Two palm-sized glass hearts, one magenta and one purple, rest in the crook of a tree branch.
News
Tualatin to ‘Share the Love’ with 175 hidden glass hearts
We’re sharing some info to help kicks-heart your search.
January 30, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
A tawny-and-green-colored hummingbird hovers near a feeder.
Outdoors
How to help hummingbirds survive winter weather
Anna’s hummingbirds stay in the PNW year-round and supplement their nectar diet with insects and sap.
January 29, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
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Outdoors
Local photographer uses AI to create whimsical woodland creatures
It’s like “Where the Wild Things Are” meets “Ex Machina”
January 25, 2023
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Ben McBee
A license plate shows two bees hovering over a field of red clover.
Transportation
New specialty Oregon license plate supports bees
The Pollinator Paradise plate celebrates the creatures who are vital to our ecosystem and economy by supporting ongoing research at Oregon State University.
January 24, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
Variety of chickens in their pen
Home and Garden
How to raise chickens in your backyard
Fresh eggs, every day.
January 19, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A gardener pulls a plant out of the dirt
Lifestyle
Winter gardening tips + tasks for Portland, OR
It may be the dormant season for most growing things, but it’s the perfect time to plan ahead — spring will be here before you know it.
January 5, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
Red, green, blue, and yellow inflated tubes sit on a snowy slope
Outdoors
Where to go sledding near Portland
You don’t have to ski or snowboard to experience downhill wintertime fun.
January 3, 2023
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Ben McBee
A California condor perches in the Oregon Zoo's Condors of the Columbia habitat
Outdoors
Oregon Zoo’s condors soar into new year with additional funding
The $2 million award will help “climate proof” the nation’s second-largest condor breeding facility
January 3, 2023
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Ben McBee
A bridge spans a shaded grassy area with a person walking across the top.
Outdoors
Hike of the Month: Balch Canyon Loop
Explore a natural area rich in Portland history
December 20, 2022
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Ben McBee
Several people stand behind a railing overlooking the ocean.
Outdoors
Whale Watch Week returns to the Oregon Coast
Oregon State Parks will host in-person viewing events Wednesday, Dec. 28-Sunday, Jan. 1.
December 15, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
An above the table shot shows two people reaching to have their glass filled with cider. On the table is a feast of colorful and diverse produce and bread
Eat and Drink
How to pair Northwest ciders at the holiday table
Northwest Cider Association Executive Director Emily Ritchie shares some pairing tips to make your feast the pick of the bunch.
December 12, 2022
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Ben McBee
A freeway filled with semi trucks and cars with buildings in the background
Transportation
Portland to phase out the sale of petroleum diesel by 2030
The city is the first in the nation to do so.
December 8, 2022
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Ben McBee
A Portland street car makes its way through snowy conditions with the arch of the Fremont Bridge in the near background
Outdoors
Winter 2023 weather forecast for Portland, OR
Prepare for winter weather with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 6, 2022
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Sarah Leonhardt
Purple flowers and green vegetation sit in the foreground, with a glassy lake, glacier. and mountains behind.
Great Escapes
Great Escapes: Our guide to Cordova, AK
Pack your bags for wildlife viewing and wilderness adventure.
December 2, 2022
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Ben McBee
A graphic shows for separate photos in colorful borders with their Instagram like counts
Lifestyle
PDXtoday’s 2022 Instagram wrapped
Take a look at our four most-liked posts from the past year
December 2, 2022
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Ben McBee
A waterfall plunges over the edge of a cliff surrounded by wintry conditions and snow
Outdoors
Winter Festival at Silver Falls State Park
Enjoy seasonal crafts, guided hikes, and nature education, plus take home a commemorative ornament.
November 30, 2022
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Ben McBee
A giant smiley face design is revealed in a forest thanks to varying deciduous and evergreen trees
Outdoors
Where to find Hampton Lumber’s tree smiley face
It causes quite the double take when you’re driving in the fall and winter
November 21, 2022
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Ben McBee
Fan-like fungi sprout from a mossy, damp forest floor.
Outdoors
Mushroom foraging 101 in Portland
Discover the fabulous world of fungi in your neighborhood forest
November 17, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
A fish eye photo of shooting stars across the night sky
Outdoors
Clear skies forecasted in Portland for Leonid meteor shower
The annual display has been occurring since early November, but will peak the night of Thursday, Nov. 17 through the morning of Saturday, Nov. 19
November 16, 2022
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Ben McBee
Gothic-style arches support a tall bridge above a lush park with a willow tree at the center.
Outdoors
Crews cut down Cathedral Park’s famous willow tree
The tree fell onto power lines during a recent windstorm.
November 15, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
A dog and a woman wearing winter clothes sit on a fallen tree in front of a lighthouse by the Columbia River
Outdoors
Hike of the Month: Warrior Rock Lighthouse Point
When mild winter weather and weekends (or weekdays) align, this meandering Sauvie Island trail offers the chance to fill your lungs with brisk air and see Mount St. Helens
November 13, 2022
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Ben McBee
Penguins outlined with twinkle lights leap through blue twinkle lights depicting water at night.
Outdoors
ZooLights returns to the Oregon Zoo this holiday season
Explore the magic of the animal kingdom while the zoo’s real residents rest.
November 9, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
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Outdoors
Get 2-for-1 access to the Portland Japanese and Lan Su Chinese gardens this month
See the fall colors while taking a peaceful stroll.
November 8, 2022
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Ashlea Hearn
A silver aerial tram car heads uphill with skyscrapers and Mount Hood in the background.
Outdoors
Trek Portland’s 4T Trail
Explore the city by three different forms of public transportation — plus your feet.
October 31, 2022
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Ben McBee
A trail cuts through a lush forest of Douglas fir trees and ferns.
Outdoors
How to celebrate Portland Arbor Day this fall
Join Portland Parks & Recreation in planting and caring for urban trees on Oct. 29, 2022.
October 26, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
A panoramic view of Bologna shows terracotta roofs, Renaissance architecture, and distant green hills.
Travel
Portland’s Sister City: Bologna, Italy
Say buongiorno to beautiful architecture, rich cuisine, and fascinating history in the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region
October 25, 2022
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Ben McBee
A person holds a phone in a rainy forest; the screen shows a list of outdoor observations.
Outdoors
Explore Tryon Creek State Park with iNaturalist
Become a citizen scientist by uploading your encounters with fungi — or just download the free app to better understand the world around you.
October 24, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
A hand holds two bottles of olive oil in front of an olive tree
Travel
Durant at Red Ridge Farms’ 2022 Olio Nuovo Festival
All November long, visitors can savor a myriad of experiences, like wine tasting or touring Oregon’s only commercial olive mill
October 19, 2022
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Ben McBee
Looking out from behind a thin waterfall upon a forest of evergreen and deciduous trees.
Outdoors
Hike of the Month: Trail of Ten Falls
Get your fill of autumnal forests and dramatic waterfalls
October 18, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
PDX Portland fall foliage Hoyt Arboretum
Outdoors
Where to see fall foliage in Portland, OR
From public parks to delicate gardens, the City of Roses transforms into the City of Fall Colors every autumn
October 6, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
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