Road Trip: Marion Forks
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I was rolling down Highway 126 one evening, hungry and headed for Eugene, when I saw the neon OPEN sign at Marion Forks Restaurant.
Now this was a compelling thing, as I had passed by this place many
times and it always seemed to be closed. Now, I love to check out roadside
mom-and-pop spots - those small bastions of refuge and respite in
between nowhere and hell-and-gone. Read More.
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Sneak Preview III: Oregon Lakes & Rivers Magazine
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Issue #1 of Oregon Lakes & Rivers magazine will be released on March 21, and will feature, "The Boat Makers," which profiles artisan-crafted wooden boats in stunning photography and engaging prose. Photographer Joseph Eastburn and writer Scott Staats reveal the life, inspiration, and grit from which emerge the masterworks of McKenzie Drift Boats, Sage Boats, and Sky Lakes Canoe & Paddle Company.
Pictured here: Randy Dersham, McKenzie Drift Boats; Photo by Joseph Eastburn
REGISTER HERE to receive your FREE copy of Oregon Lakes & Rivers online magazine, coming soon ... March 21, 2010! SEE MORE highlights of Issue #1/Spring 2010.
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Featured Event: Revegetation on Deschutes Rim
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 Oregon Natural Desert Association The most spectacular place you may not have known existed, just outside of Bend.
Help plant and re-seed some of the final targeted corners on the eastern edge of the Whychus/Deschutes proposed wilderness area. Then enjoy a hike along the loop trail that goes down over the edge of the rimrock into the Deschutes canyon. Website
View the complete Oregon Lakes & Rivers Online Event Calendar here and post your events, too!
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Gear We Like: Portable Camping Grill
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As if from a different planet but made for earthly enjoyment -
featuring magnificent design, quality and performance. The innovative
space miracle for purists and people on the move. The grilliput can be reduced to a handy size for transporting and will ensure a really great barbecue. From " Think Geek."
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Featured Recipe: Grilled Rib-eye Steaks
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We found this amazing recipe for grilled rib-eye from Oregon chef Stu Stein of the Peerless Restaurant in Ashland. Though a bit complex for camping, it can certainly knock off your guests' socks, or pare down the roasted veggies and it's a snap. Click here for the complete recipe.
Photo courtesy of The Sustainable Table
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Got a Dog and a Camera? |
Oregon Lakes & Rivers is looking for images of dogs on Oregon hiking trails for their upcoming guidebook: Unleashed!Taken on a camping trip to Davis Lake, Oregon, this is Griffendor, a wire-haired miniature dachshund, who enjoys the lake as much as his human, Julie Bond.
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Road Tripper E-Report # 30 / March 15, 2010 |
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Lodging & Recreation DISCOUNTS
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Buy a gift certificate to Lake Creek Lodge on the Oregon Lakes & Rivers website forabout HALF PRICE. SEE THIS OFFER Enjoy a secluded getaway in Camp Sherman, near the Metolious River, for a fraction of the cost. Limited time offer. Some restrictions apply. |
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About Oregon Lakes & Rivers
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Oregon Lakes & Rivers is
a digital magazine and website that offers resources to recreationalists
and travelers to and within the exciting state of Oregon. You'll find engaging stories,
stunning photography, travel discounts, insider information, budget
travel tips, resort and outfitter directories and more.
WEBSITE OregonLakesAndRivers.com
DIGITAL MAGAZINE Coming Spring 2010
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About the Publisher
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Oregon Lakes & Rivers
is published by KMC Media Co.

P.O. Box 1398 Bend, OR 97709
Email www.kmc-media.com
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