Hiking during the winter in the Eugene / Springfield area is tricky with young children. They need fresh air and exercise, but everything is wet, or muddy, or wet and muddy. Thankfully,…
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Willamalane’s Thurston Hills Natural Area in Springfield, Oregon, is the perfect hike for families and it’s right in town, making it even better. It’s rare for a hiking trail to have a…
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Waterfalls have a unique magic. What is it about simple falling water that draws our attention, our adoration? Similar to the flickering flames of a fire, we are compelled to sit for…
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A cave!!! In the imagination of all children the word cave is synonymous with adventure. The Oregon Caves does not disappoint. As we were out adventuring one summer we found ourselves adventuring…
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Salt Creek Falls has been lingering on my list for a couple of years. It’s close enough to do in a day, but far enough away that it takes an entire day. …
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Every hike starts with the best intentions. But sometimes, despite our thoughtful preparations, things go wrong. We’ve hiked with our kids for over 14 years, and even we still make mistakes, including…