Do yourself a favor. Just stop for a minute. Step off this treadmill we call life, get together with some friends, and relax for a bit. We recently did just that at Alesong Brewing & Blending, and I can't recommend it enough. I am not a beer aficionado. But I do love thoughtfully-crafted food, and … Continue reading Alesong Brewing & Blending
Lorane / Territorial Road area
Territorial Tastings
Territorial Highway follows along the western edge of the lower Willamette Valley. Back in 1859, when Oregon became a state, it was part of a network of territorial roads which crisscrossed the valley and provided passage from the California border to the Puget Sound area in Washington. Today, Territorial Highway is a lazy back road, meandering past wineries, vineyards, alpaca … Continue reading Territorial Tastings
Siuslaw Falls
Just west of Lorane are the pretty stair-step falls of Siuslaw Falls. Located in a small, little-used county park, these falls are about 10 feet tall and 70 feet wide with a fish ladder located on the opposite shore. This out-of-the way spot might be a great place for a little fishing, a little playing … Continue reading Siuslaw Falls
My South Lane 