Old Parkdale Inn
A Hood River Valley Bed and Breakfast
THE BLOG
By Mary Pellegrini
The peach, cherry, apple and pear trees in the Hood River valley explode in a harmony of vibrant pink and white flowers. Starting at lower elevations around the town of Hood River they move in a cascading ripple up the Hood River Valley, creating a patchwork of color. Here in the Upper Hood River Valley … Continue reading "Spring Brings an Explosion of Blossoms and Color to the Hood River Valley"
By Mary Pellegrini
So, I started researching walks, runs, marathons and half marathons near us here at the Old Parkdale Inn. Knew there were plenty but really never knew there were so many! As I was creating this post I received an reservation for guests coming to Oregon to visit family and run the Timberline Marathon on June … Continue reading "Walks, Runs, Marathons and Half Marathons near the Old Parkdale Inn"
By Mary Pellegrini
A convocation of Eagles Bald Eagle populations were on the brink of extinction due partly to pesticide use. In 1963 there were 487 breeding pairs in the entire lower 48 states. Today there are over 1300 in Washington and Oregon. Bald eagles migrate south each winter in search of food and the Columbia River provides … Continue reading "The Bald Eagles have landed in the Columbia River Gorge"
By Mary Pellegrini
Waterfall Wednesday in Oregon - Horsetail Falls With winter and spring come winter storms and snow pack melt, supplying Oregon scenic rivers the water needed to create our wildly beautiful and renowned waterfalls. And it's certainly not too early to start planning your Oregon vacation that should involve chasing waterfalls. Horsetail Falls in the Columbia … Continue reading "Waterfall Wednesday in Oregon – Horsetail and Ponytail Falls"
By Mary Pellegrini
Do not let the rain stop you from visiting Oregon's Magnificent Waterfalls. They are even more powerful after the fall storms and many are a bit more difficult to get to once the snow falls. Not impossible for the adventurous but snow gear may be required. And Oregon's spectacular Fall Foliage will be coming to … Continue reading "Powerful Oregon Waterfalls after the Storms"
By Mary Pellegrini
Get ready for festivities & holiday fun in Hood River County for the Holidays. A joyful winter wonderland with window displays, Small Business Saturday, and an exciting downtown festival with the annual tree lighting in Hood River. Hood River Holidays Winter Wonderland Join the community of Hood River to experience the small-town charm at the … Continue reading "Hood River County for the Holidays ~ Tree lightings, Parade and Shopping for all"