THE BLOG
By Mary Pellegrini
It's official: With the warming weather our rivers in the Gorge will start rushing and will be so fun to raft in just a few weeks. The White Salmon River, just across the Columbia in Washington, beckons you with rapid water and beautiful views. Wet Planet Whitewater is offering you 20% off all spring trips … Continue reading "Wet Planet Whitewater Rafting in Washington State"
By Mary Pellegrini
Today is Pi Day. How about celebrating with an Apple Pie Cookies? We put a little spin on the classic apple pie and the results were amazing. For quicker, easier assembly I used refrigerated pie crusts Apple Pie Cookies from the Old Parkdale Inn 6 green apples 1 package refrigerated pie crust (2 crusts) 5 …
By Mary Pellegrini
One easy hike and 4 Columbia Gorge Waterfalls on this Waterfall Wednesday This 1.9-mile out-and-back trail near Cascade Locks, Oregon is a section of the soon to be complete Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail. It's considered an easy route and takes an average of 46 min to complete. This is a very popular area …
By Mary Pellegrini
Take time out from hiking, biking, wine tasting, or fruit picking on these golf courses near Mt Hood and the Columbia River Gorge. Or simply make it a golf vacation to the Hood River Valley and the Old Parkdale Inn Hood River Golf and Country Club - the oldest course in Hood River, opening in …
By Mary Pellegrini
Give for the Gorge is a crowdfunding campaign designed to preserve the landscapes and communities of the Columbia River Gorge. By supporting Give for the Gorge, you will help preserve the natural beauty and magic of this scenic area, and the communities of hardworking residents who make this place so special. We are proud and …
By Mary Pellegrini
Best Western Plus Hood River presents the inaugural edition of this wine / food / art / entertainment event at the Hood River Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 4! 16 of the regions finest winemakers will offer tastes of their best. You can purchase wine by the taste, the bottle, or the case! There will also be …