MAY 2010

Keizer is blooming
Visit the Iris Festival
and a whole lot more

Go for the gold in

Gold Beach

There’s something for

everyone in Ashland

Celebrate 100 years

Photo courtesy of Keizer Chamber of Commerce at Rocky Point Resort
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Get the most out of your roast 5

Contents
Keizer is blooming with fun 6

photo courtesy of Schreiner’s Iris Gardens

Going on a famous bike ride
is closer than you think 10

Bub’s brews 11

Go for the gold in Gold Beach 12

From grapes to glass :

Napa, California 15

There’s something for

everyone in Ashland 16

Rocky Point Resort celebrates

100th anniversary 17

Impact your world 18

Golf in Oregon on a
shoestring 19

These are a few of my

favorite things 20
4 Travel on a Shoestring
Our perspective
by Eleasah Gerdes
L ocal. Shop
local. Buy
local. Stay local.
We hear these
phrases all the
time, but are they
really so important? Absolutely.
Supporting the local economy is
one way we can help our neighbors
and fellow business owners, especially
in this economic recovery period. It
can also give you a chance to check
out that restaurant, shop or attraction
just down the road that you’ve always
wanted to go in but never have.
Each month we strive to bring
ideas of the fun you can have right
in your own backyard. We believe
wholeheartedly that there is so much
to do out there if you simply take the
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adventures. We travel everywhere,
do understand
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traveling outside at last to set foot on one’s own we share are an
of Oregon and country as a foreign land.” avenue to bring
the wonderful ~G. K. Chesterton you to those
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Get the most out of your roast

by Eleasah Gerdes be processed which have a grassy
fragrance.

H ave you ever stumbled across

something in life and you wonder
how you ever survived without it? That
is exactly how we feel about Caravan
Coffee in Newberg.
Caravan Coffee is a full-service
roastery which produces high-quality
coffee and espresso. Around Newberg,
you can order a cup at Underground
Cafe & Coffeehouse, The Painted
Lady and Subterra. For the total coffee
experience, however, I would suggest
visiting their facility.
When we arrived, the owner, Pete
Miller, and the marketing intern, Jen
Knutson, were more than willing to
give us a tour. We got to see burlap
bags full of “green” coffee beans
stacked against the wall. There were
also beans in plastic bins waiting to
Upon conclusion of the tour we
had the pleasure to see roastmaster,
Paul Allen, roasting coffee beans to
perfection in their traditional small
batch drum roaster. Seeing the various
stages coffee goes through before it
makes it into my cup gave me a new
appreciation for those tiny brown
beans.
If you want to take some coffee
to go (and believe me, you will), the
tasting room hostess, Jeannie Roy-
Lewis, will give you a complimentary
taste of whatever coffee they have
brewed that day. You can also
purchase a 12-ounce cup for $1, or get
a fresh pour of any of their varieties of
roasted coffee beans for only $1.50.
And don’t forget to buy a bag of beans
for continual enjoyment at home.
The pinnacle of our experience at
Caravan Coffee came, however, with
our first cupping. If you’ve never been
to a cupping you’re missing out on a
fantastic learning opportunity. They
taught us the proper way to smell and
taste the coffee to pick out the distinct
fragrances, flavors and acidity. At the
end there was even a smell test to see if
anyone could identify the Guatemalan
and Sumatran coffees we had been
sampling. I am happy to report that my
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Keizer is
blooming
with fun
by Eleasah Gerdes
W hen I think of Keizer, the
big, pink hotel is often the
first thing that comes to my mind.
And if I think about Keizer in May,
my second thought is of flowers.
The pink hotel I am referring to
is, of course, Keizer Renaissance
Inn; the flowers would be those
of the Iris Festival. If you are
planning to visit Keizer anytime
in the near future, I would suggest
going during the month of May so
as not to miss out on the annual
festivities.
In May, there are endless
activities surrounding the Iris
Festival that will make your trip
award-winning Iris
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to Keizer unforgettable. From
art shows to display gardens at
Schreiner’s Iris Gardens to the
carnival and parade, there is
something for the whole family.
For more information and a
schedule of events, visit www.
irisfestival.com.
If you’re really in the mood
to enjoy all the Iris Festival has
to offer, make a weekend out of it
and stay at the only hotel in town,
Keizer Renaissance Inn. They offer
86 spacious rooms, complimentary
continental breakfast and rates as
low as $70 per night.
Keizer wasn’t incorporated as
a city until 1982, but their motto
of “pride, spirit and volunteerism”
Garden
Open to Public
rain or shine
May 7th -
June 6th
is a deep-seated tradition that has
helped to create a warm community
environment. The business owners
and residents we met during a
recent visit were friendly and kind-
hearted.
The first stop on our trip was
the Keizer Heritage Community
Center. Housing a museum, art
gallery, library and visitor center,
this was the perfect place to begin
our journey through Keizer.
The Chamber of Commerce and
Visitor Center is full of pamphlets
and flyers about the city to help
point you in the right direction, and
their knowledgeable staff is sure
to give you the inside scoop on the
best places to visit.
 Travel on a Shoestring 7

Armed with information and
ready to have some fun, we walked
across the hallway to the Keizer
Heritage Museum. With an ever-
changing display of items loaned
or donated by local families,
the museum offers a historical
perspective on the culture of Keizer
and the surrounding area. We saw
everything from vintage clothing
to a player piano to a completely
furnished dollhouse.
Next stop in the building was
the art gallery maintained by the
Keizer Art Association. Here we
were able to view exquisite pieces
by local artists and even cast our
votes for our favorites. Along with
changing art exhibits that will make
you want to keep coming back for
more, they also have a unique gift
selection of prints, cards, jewelry,
carved pieces and fused glass for
sale. For all you art lovers out there
this is a must-see.
The Keizer community is
so creative, however, that they
couldn’t contain all their artwork in
the gallery — some of it has spilled
out onto the sidewalks. Combining
visual art and nature, Keizer Public
Arts has created the Keizer Art
Walk. You can walk, bike or drive
by the display of sculptures around
town. Our favorite was the “Kids
on a Bench” right outside of the
community center.
After thoroughly exploring
every inch of the community
center and getting tips on the best
places in town to visit, it was
time for a lunch break. One of the
recommendations which exceeded
our expectations was Caruso’s
Italian Café.
Built on Staat’s Lake, the
owners of Caruso’s, Angie
and Jerry Phipps, designed the
restaurant so that every table has
a view of the water. To get the
best seats, however, they suggest
making reservations (even though
we didn’t we still had a great view).
I absolutely love Italian food
which means I am pretty easy to
please, but my mom has more of a
discerning palate. We ordered the

Caruso’s
Italian Café & Catering
“Fall in Love with Italian!”
Beautiful Lakeside Dining at Inland Shores on Staat’s Lake
Classical Northern Italian Cuisine at its finest!
Delicious Appetizers, Fresh Seafood, Poultry, Pasta, Veal,
Great Steaks, Decadent Desserts, Fine Wines
Lunch Wednesday - Sunday 11:30 am to 2:00 pm
Dinner Wednesday - Sunday 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Reservations Appreciated 503-393-8272
5745 Inland Shores Way, Keizer
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Capellini del Campo ($10, plus The greatest aspect of Caruso’s, score was (or something like that).
$3 to split), which is usually her however, is their commitment to For me, bowling brings back
dish of choice. I don’t know what affordable fine dining. With a lunch fond memories of big groups of
special magic Jerry cooks up in the special, reasonably priced dishes friends and having fun. Plus you
kitchen, but my mom is willing to and a children’s menu, you won’t get to wear those dashing shoes
go on record that this was the best want to pass up the opportunity to that compliment any outfit. While
she’s ever had. The combination of make your taste buds and wallet at Town & Country Lanes we were
angel hair pasta sauteed with garlic, happy the next time you’re in able to add to my pleasant bowling
artichokes, mushrooms, pine nuts Keizer by dining at Caruso’s. memories without putting a huge
and spinach was magnificent. After a great Italian meal, what dent in the fun fund. Monday
For dessert, we split the could be better than, say, bowling? through Friday until 6 p.m. adults
Hazelnut Truffle Torte alla We couldn’t think of anything, so pay $3 per game and $2.50 for
Zabiglione ($6). My opinion Town & Country Lanes was the shoes rentals — a great bargain for
is you can’t go wrong with clear choice to throw some strikes, one of my favorite pastimes.
chocolate ganache, but you can spares, and yes, I’m big enough Our final destination before
certainly make it extra right. The to admit, a few gutter balls. But heading home was the Willamette
combination of the hazelnut crust it’s not whether you win or lose, Valley Fruit Company’s new
and Marsala wine custard sauce it’s how quickly you can make store (technically they have a
was out of this world. everyone forget how bad your Salem address, but we won’t tell).

K E I Z E R R E NA I S S A N C E I N N
KEIZER HERITAGE
COMMUNITY CENTER
is a gateway to many scenic, artistic
and historic aspects of Keizer
• 86 Spacious Mini Suites • Easy I-5 Access at Exit 260
Keizer Heritage Museum • Keizer Art Association
• Complimentary Gourmet Continental Breakfast • Group Rates Available
• High Speed Wireless Internet Access
• Indoor Pool/Spa/Fitness Center
• Ideal for Business/Government/Leisure
• Minutes from State Capitol, downtown Salem
Keizer Community Library
• AAA Triple Diamond Rating • On-site Restaurant
• Conference, Banquets & Meeting Space • Centrally Located Between Portland & Eugene Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center
OPENING MAY 8: 45th Grill 503-393-9660 • www.keizerheritage.org
5188 Wittenberg Lane N. • Keizer, OR 97303
800-299-7221 • 503-390-4733 • www.keizerrenaissanceinn.com
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Trip cost per person*

Meals $ 9.50
Bowling $ 5.50
Ferry ride $ 2.00

Total $17.00

*Gas costs not factored in.

Based on a two-person trip.

We have indulged in their pies,
cobblers and fruit for years and
were excited to learn we could now
get them directly from the source.
Along with freshly-baked
muffins and scones, and a large
selection of smoothies and
milkshakes available at Willamette
Valley Fruit Company, you can
watch their famous pies being made
from scratch. There is nothing quite
like a fresh marionberry mini pie
— unless it’s eating it for dinner —
which I did.
On the drive back home we
decided to end our trip to Keizer
with a ride on the Wheatland Ferry
($2 per vehicle; pedestrians and
bicycles are free). Although the
ferry ride only lasts a few minutes,
it is quite the sensation to travel
over the rushing waters of the
Willamette River. Like everything
else we experienced in Keizer and
the surrounding areas, this too, left
us eagerly anticipating a return trip
in the near future.

Visit the jewel of the Willamette Valley!

Ride our exquisite handcrafted carousel, shop our unique Gift Gallery
and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Salem’s Riverfront Park.

$1.50 per ride*

*All prices, hours and details are subject to change.

Winter Hours (Sept-May)* Summer Hours (Jun-Aug)*

e l c o m e!
Mon-Thur 10a-6p
Fri-Sat 10a-7p
Mon-Sat 10a-7p
Sun 11a-6p
W
Sun 11a-5p Open March through October
Carousel Gifts Wednesday - Sunday, 9 to 5
Children’s Toys & Gifts Seasonal & Holiday Gifts $5 Entry
Private Events & Birthday Packages
101 Front ST NE * Salem * OR * 97301
503.540.0374 * www.salemcarousel.org
Who can resist the magic?
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Going on a famous bike ride loop is closer than you think

by Jane Morlan uphill near the entrance to the area, beautiful because we were on the side
they do charge a car fee to drive of the gorgeous ocean.

M y very
favorite
activity is bicycle
riding. I discovered
my favorite place
to take a bike ride
while on vacation:
17-Mile Drive just outside of Carmel,
California. Even if you’re not much of
a bicyclist, this ride is fairly easy to do
with only a few minor hills, and even
those are not too daunting.
The reason this is one of my
fondest memories is because of the
views. 17-Mile Drive is panoramic at
almost every turn. You do travel uphill
somewhat, but that’s what makes this
bike ride so grand. The ocean view is
just everywhere and it is spectacular.
We started pedaling casually
around the 17-mile loop, however,
bicyclists and pedestrians get in free at
the Pacific Grove gate.
The whole bike ride didn’t take
too long, either, I was actually a little
disappointed with how quickly the
The ascent was casual with not time went by. In perhaps and hour and
too much traffic — I was surprised at a half, it was all over and I wanted
how little car traffic there was. There to do it again. It was truly the most
were fun twists and turns in the road relaxing bike ride I have ever taken
and each time we rounded a curve, even though we rode such a great
it seemed we were in for a view of distance.
something pretty.
As we neared the top, you could
see for miles in every direction and the
ocean was glistening to greet us. Then
we began the descent.
Riding downhill has always given
me such a thrill and I have never been
afraid of it. So I wasn’t too worried
as this downhill was as casual as the
uphill and I didn’t feel out of control
at all. The descent was even more photo courtesy of Wikimedia

Join our 6th Free History and River Festival!

LOCK FEST 2010
Where in the world?
Saturday, May 15 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Mill tours and exhibits/demonstrations
• Celebration of reopening of the canal A fun
• Kid’s activities event for
• Music, giant aquarium and locks museum
• Antique cars, antique and classic boats
the whole
• Free shuttles from Willamette and Oregon City family!
• $1 donations gratefully accepted
Details and maps at www.willamettefalls.org • (503) 650-9570
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BUB’S BREWS
by Joshua Gerdes when the magic happens. Yeast eats the sugars, creates the
carbon dioxide, and of course produces the alcohol. If you

J esus may have turned water

into wine but it was man
that turned water into beer.
have never seen beer fermenting, it is an amazing thing to
watch. As beer ferments it churns, sometimes violently, as
the yeast go to town and turn that wort into beer.
And beer transcends water. I Of course, there are other ingredients and stages I
will also be so bold to state glossed over. But that is the basic gist of it. And who
it transcends wine. But fear knows, maybe Jesus turned water into wine instead of beer
not, my beer readers, my because it was easier. Then again, maybe not.
blasphemy will go no further
as I need not bring total
condemnation upon myself;
for man is not better than Bub’s Deschute’s R
ed
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Which brings me to my thesis statement: what’s in
beer, or rather how do you to turn water into beer? Nice of the six-pack
segue, huh?
First of all, you’re going to need some water. Now, month
that may seem trivial, but I wouldn’t have brought it up if
it was. Water selection has an immense impact on a beer’s
flavor. And you might think that mineral-free pure water
would be perfect as there isn’t anything in there to taint
the beer; the truth is that mineral-free water is typically the
worst choice a brewer can make.
Water must have minerals in it to work well with beer.
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minerals. And minerals like copper and zinc are often used 611 E. 1st St., Newberg
by brewers to keep the yeast healthy.
So now you know: water matters. If you’ve got your
9 p.m., May 9
water, next you need your malted barley. Malted barley is
barley that has been sprouted under a controlled process
and then is put into a kiln to dry and toast the sprouted
grain. Different durations of kilning will bring out different
flavors and colors.
Once you’ve selected the right malted barley, you crush
it and mix it in hot water. Sugars begin to form and soon
enough you’ll have what is called wort — think of it as
malted barley tea. Once the “barley tea” has been heated
for some time, a process that requires skillful temperature
control, the liquid has to be separated from the gunk. Now
your wort is ready for hops.
Hops come in many varieties and choosing the
appropriate hops takes a lot of skill. Hops are most known
to add bitterness, but also contribute to aroma, citrus
flavors, spiciness, and more. Once you have your hops,
you bring the wort to a boil and add the hops in at various
stages during the boil. After that, the wort must be cooled
as quickly as possible — and I do mean quickly.
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Go for the GOLD in Gold Beach

by Connie Lewis

G o for the
gold! Gold
Beach, that is…
on Oregon’s
South Coast, a
secluded little
oceanside town where the wild
and scenic Rogue River meets the
majestic Pacific Ocean. It’s Oregon’s
“Banana Belt,” said to have more
hours of sun than any place else on
Oregon or Washington’s coastline.
Choose your passion and
follow it all the way to Gold Beach. photo courtesy of Connie Lewis
Now you can virtually drop out
of this world and into spectacular friendly. Try to get a table outside on long jet boat excursions. Into the wild
surroundings — the ultimate vacation the deck — satisfy all your hunger country in style you’ll never forget,
destination. There is fishing, white- for Mother Nature’s best. On the Jerry’s over-delivers on adventure
water rafting, jet boat excursions, south side of the bride, turn up the and memory-making fun.
deep-sea fishing, million-dollar river about a half mile and relax, Spend $8 for a fishing license
wilderness photo opportunities, eat and enjoy the sounds of nature. and use your own rod and reel to
miles and miles of pristine Pacific You’ll go back for breakfast again fish famous Chinook salmon off
Coastline, beach combing, whale and again — even if you’re just the South Jetty of the Rogue River.
watching, and it’s just minutes away traveling through — it’s that good. Savings: $192 per person. Or walk a
from world-class golf options. Pack a light picnic lunch to few feet and hire a guide for $200 to
Begin your day bright and early accommodate the coming day’s show you how to do the same thing.
with a hearty breakfast at Indian adventure on the beach, hunting There is no need for more meals
Creek Restaurant. Savvy travelers agates, glass balls, driftwood or out while in Gold Beach. Choose
know you’ll find the best smoked shells, or book a Rogue River jet boat Pacific Reef Resort just off the
pork chop breakfast on the coast at excursion for all or part of the day. highway in town — rated #1 by Trip
Indian Creek. Portions are large, If you’re traveling between May and Advisor for good reason. Plan ahead
prices are exceptional, setting is October, be sure to check out Jerry’s and ask for any specials offered year-
picturesque, and service is always Rogue Jets for pricing on short or round. To spice up life, surprise your

Where the Rogue River meets the Pacific Ocean,

you’ll find a taste of the Pacific Northwest that
you might have thought no longer existed.
Oceanfront and Riverfront Accommodations
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800-525-2334 • 541-247-7526
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lover with a romantic “Sweetheart
Special” and fall in love all over
again. Starting at $149, you’ll enjoy
an expansive and luxurious ocean
front condo decorated with romantic
rose petals, decadent chocolates from
Sweetbriar, and a $40 gift certificate
for dinner out. Add a dozen long
stemmed red roses to the package
and it’s like getting the exquisite
room for free.
Guys, surprise your sweetheart,
or ladies, shock your man with
a stay at Pacific Reef Resort.
You’ll enjoy luxury, fine dining,
flowers, chocolates and romance.
Hide away in the well-appointed
townhouse fully equipped for
seclusion extraordinaire. Enjoy a
full-size kitchen to be envied, quality
furnishings and private decking

•Breakfast Delicious
•Lunch home
•Espresso cooking

Open Daily 5:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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overlooking the ocean. Hike minutes
from your doorway to let the ocean
air refresh, delight and feed your
soul.
Manager, Debra Way has added
innovative, stylish concepts to
enhance your stay at Pacific Reef
Resort. The property accommodates
singles, families and couples who
want a short stay or wish to hide out
indefinitely. Amenities abound with
privacy, a year-round spa facility,
continental breakfast, lovely grounds
and a quick walk to the beach.
Hiding glass balls which motel guests
can search for, find and keep brings
repeat customers like little children
hunting for Easter eggs. Up before
dawn and out after dark, the treasure
hunt adds priceless adventure to your
vacation stay at no added charge.
Some of the best fun is
imagination played out. Play it out
loud to the tune you enjoy most
in one of the few places on earth
offering something for absolutely
every taste, budget and hobbyist.
Hiking, surfing, geocaching,
horseback riding, tidepooling, bird
watching, art galleries, festivals,
museums, rafting, kayaking, wines,
arts and music. And don’t forget the
shopping. Find myrtlewood gifts,
quilts, crafts and fine art in Gold
Beach. The only thing you’ll lack is
enough time to enjoy it all.
The beaches in Gold Beach are
uncrowded and the forests are vast,
rugged and full of incredible wildlife.
Salmon and steelhead fishermen
know there’s no place on earth
quite like it for the angler. Guided,
chartered, or alone and on foot
you’ll find fishing, sightseeing, and
wilderness walks. Comb the beaches
and river banks for rare and buried
nuggets — yes, some people pan for
gold on the Rogue River.
Stay and play in a style your
pocketbook will later thank you for.
There is so much to do, and so many
options are simply free to those who
come see for themselves. If you’re a
nature lover, Gold Beach is a choice
second to none. It is affordable,
exotic, sometimes even dangerous.
Winter storm watchers flock to the
photos courtesy of Connie Lewis
best selections of ocean front or river
view motels, pick their front row vacation to this pristine segment of
seat to enjoy Mother Nature’s show, Oregon’s banana belt coastline richly
regardless of the season. Mostly mild preserved in all things wild and
climates invite visitors the world wonderful.
around every day of every year. Now’s your chance to steal
Gold Beach is natural. It’s away for ridiculously great fun,
healthy. It’s incredible, and you adventure, options and romance, far
won’t know until you’ve struck beyond your dreams. Book your stay
the gold. It holds the formula for at Pacific Reef Resort, and you’re
enchanted evenings, fun-filled days automatically entered in the Win
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From grapes to glass: Napa, California

by Brandi Nash he was) and the proprietor treats you like I am accustomed to. These grand estates
Local Libationist they know you. were, to me, what someone’s converted
I smiled, knowing the feeling, and barn was to the 401k guy, interesting but

T he last place I
had expected to
have a conversation
about the difference between Oregon and
California wine country was in a meeting
with the 401k guy who visits from out of
state once a year. I can’t quite recall how
we got from what percentage is good for
a first-time investor to wine experience
preferences, nonetheless, this is where
I had my first encounter with a Napa
enthusiast.
This Napa enthusiast told me
how much he enjoyed the prestige
and presentation wineries displayed in
California, not to mention, the grand
estates themselves to showcase it all. Then
he asked me, “When is Oregon going
to be like California?” He continued by
saying that he enjoyed the wine in Oregon,
however, in some places he felt like he
was just walking into someone’s barn (and
then realized these were not compliments.
I answered his question quickly, first of all
pointing out my opinion that Oregon does
not want to be California, and secondly,
that California hasn’t always been
California and was much like Oregon just
a few decades ago. I’ve never forgotten
this conversation and have thought back
on it many times.
I made my first trip to California wine
country (Napa specifically) in March of
this year. And I will tell you my 401k
guy was right. There are grand estates
and an air of prestige and presentation.
There were “movie stars” so to speak and
real life castles — it was Disneyland for
adults.
I spent a few days in Napa, spent
too much money, and ultimately wasn’t
as impressed as I had hoped. This is not
to imply that it was all bad, or bad at all,
for that matter, just much different than
uncomfortable.
Although I don’t think that anywhere
in Napa is “off the beaten path” anymore,
we did find ourselves on a trail — the
Silverado Trail, that is. It is along this
stretch of road that we happened upon
several wineries built more for comfort
and less for show. One in particular was a
winery called Paradux. Indoor and outdoor
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brought right to you, not to mention some
great wines, made for a comfortable place
I would surely visit again.
I would like to end by saying that
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journey whether it be good, bad or neutral.
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the nature of what they are. So what’s the
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There’s something for everyone in Ashland
by Gloria Johnson
Y our next vacation need only be a
few hours away from home. There
is something for everyone in Ashland,
a charming college town in southern
Oregon.
This year the Oregon Shakespeare
Festival celebrates its 75th year with eleven productions
ranging from Shakespeare, heavy drama, light-hearted
comedy and even a musical. The season runs February 19
through October 31 with value-priced seats until May 30,
and again October 5 through 31: www.osfashland.org.
OSF isn’t the only show in town. The Oregon Cabaret
Theatre is celebrating its 25th season. There is never a
dull moment at OCT with lively musical theatre, fabulous
dining and delectable desserts: www.oregoncabaret.com.
You can also check out the Camelot Theatre Company
just ten minutes north in Talent: an intimate theatre
dedicated to producing affordable theatre experiences:
www.camelottheatre.org.
You won’t go hungry in Ashland either. I never miss
a chance to eat at the Ashland Food Cooperative, just
two blocks from the center of town at 237 N. First Street.
You don’t need to be a member to shop or to eat there.
Their salad bar is loaded with fresh organic selections
and their deli case will start your mouth watering. Stop
by their website before you go and see what latest events
and tastings are scheduled. Be sure to scroll down to find
“healthy e-saver coupons” for money-saving deals: www.
ashlandfood.coop.
Recently I discovered the Peerless Restaurant, a lively
and sophisticated neighborhood restaurant in the Railroad
and Gallery District at 265 Fourth Street. The menu is
replete with affordable small plate selections to please
all palates, and the service is superb. My first visit will
definitely not be my last: www.peerlessrestaurant.com.
For an afternoon pick-me-up or an after-theatre treat,
stop by the Yogurt Hut at 140 Lithia Way. You can build
your own nutritious concoction from many self-serve
frozen yogurt flavors, then top it all off from a choice of
thirty plus toppings. You pay by the ounce; trust me, it is
delicious: www.yogurthut.net.
Accommodations are available in all price ranges in
Ashland. In the heart of town the Ashland Springs Hotel is
splendid, elegant and inviting. The Columbia Hotel, old-
fashioned with period furniture and comfy reading areas —
a long-time favorite for many — is so reasonably priced it
isn’t always easy to get a room during theatre season.
For a reasonably-priced stay consider the Ashland
Hostel at 150 N. Main. Access to the kitchen and bedding is
provided for $28 per night in the dorm room. Private rooms
and family rooms are also available with prices ranging
from $40 to $84 per night: www.theashlandhostel.com.
Ashland is full of eclectic boutiques, galleries and
shops. Visit the Ashland Saturday Market May through
October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the parking lot at the corner of
Lithia Way and First Street. You will find a wide selection
of unique, locally-handcrafted items for home and garden,
including creative woodwork, pottery, homemade soaps
and bath items, dried flower arrangements, quality artwork
and jewelry: www.ashlandchamber.com.
Lithia Park, in the hub of downtown, is 93 acres
of walking paths, duck ponds, tennis courts, sand pit
volleyball and emerald green lawns begging for a blanket,
a book, a picnic or a nap. From late June until early August
at 7:30 p.m. every Thursday evening, the Ashland City
Band performs free concerts. A variety of pre-concert
entertainment begins at 6:45 p.m.
Just in case you want to add a little mystery to your
Ashland area trip, see if you can find the house Vladimir
Nabokov lived in when he wrote the book Lolita, or in
which cemetery Erskine Caldwell is buried.
For those like me who want a good long walk or bike
ride, the Bear Creek Greenway is a corridor of public-
owned land that follows the lush Bear Creek streambed
from Ashland to Central Point. The greenway is spread out
over 600 acres of pristine southern Oregon landscape.
The Rogue Creamery is only a few blocks off exit 33 in
Central Point. This shop and creamery is family owned and
takes great pride in its award-winning handmade cheese.
Samples and good cheer are freely offered. The Annual
cheese festival takes place the third weekend in March each
year: www.oregoncheeseguild.org/OregonCheeseFestival.
What a unique and diverse place to visit. No wonder
my face breaks into a smile every time I drive south to
Ashland.
 Travel on a Shoestring 17

Rocky Point Resort in Klamath Falls celebrates 100th Anniversary

by Jane Morlan

M ost of us haven’t been alive

for 100 years, so it’s hard to
imagine a place that’s been around for
that length of time, but Rocky Point
Resort in Klamath Falls can claim
such fame. The resort is located at the
northwestern tip of Upper Klamath
Lake. The views around the resort
are truly gorgeous, the sunsets are
spectacular, and the guests are treated
like friends and family.
Rocky Point Resort has cabins
with full kitchens, guest rooms
with private baths, RV hookups and
lakeside tent camping sites. There
is also a lodge with a restaurant that
serves up tasty fare, along with a
lounge and views of the lake. There
are restrooms, showers and laundry
facilities available for resort guests.
The area is a haven for wildlife:
eagles, beaver, otters, mink, raccoons,
deer, geese and swans are seen almost
every day. Fishing opportunities
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 Travel on a Shoestring 19

G lf in Oregon on a shoestring
S ince opening its doors in 1997, The Reserve Vineyards
and Golf Club has built a legacy that is virtually
unmatched in Oregon Golf. Host to the wildly popular Fred
Meyer Challenge (1998 – 2002) and the PGA Champions
Tour “Major,” the JELD-WEN Tradition (2003 – 2006), The
Reserve has developed a rich history in a very short period
of time. This is evident when one walks through the front
doors of the 40,000 square foot chateau-style clubhouse.
Perched above the fireplace that greets all guests is a
reminder of all the “Major” champions who have walked
the fairways of The Reserve — names such as Jack
Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, Tom Watson, Annika
Sorenstam... the list goes on and on. It is a testament to the
The Reserve’s commitment in bringing world-class golf to
the state of Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.
In addition to its substantial event history, the 36-hole
facility offers a playing experience that is inclusive for
all who love the game of golf. The Reserve’s two courses
operate under a unique format that provides daily fee golfers
with access to both courses, while maintaining privacy of
play for The Reserve’s membership. The South Course is
available for play by daily fee golfers from the first through
the 15th of each month, while The North Course is available
to members and their guests. The courses then switch roles
and The North Course opens to daily fee golfers and The
South Course switches to members and their guests from the
16th through the end of the month.
“Our rotating course format is likely the single most
unique aspect of our facility,” says Chris Rogers, PGA
Director of Golf. “The opportunity for members and daily
fee players to share the experience of each golf course
provides the best of both worlds for all who visit The
Reserve.”
After playing a round at The Reserve, golfers and
food enthusiasts are invited to dine in The Vintage Room
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as “The Westside’s Best Kept Secret.” Specializing in
local fare, the Vintage Room offers an extensive wine list,
featuring many of the Willamette Valley’s most notable
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dining in The Vintage Room. The restaurant is open to the
public seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Reservations are not required, but appreciated.
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20 Travel on a Shoestring

These are a few of my favorite things

by Eleasah Gerdes architecture. It is, however, most known for the 6,000
square feet of stained-glass windows. Two thirds of the

O ne of my favorite
aspects of attending
college at George Fox
pieces today are the original works from the 12th century.
The panes recount the full biblical history of humanity,
from creation to the redemption through Christ.
University was the chance The intricacy of the stained-glass coupled with the sheer
to participate in the magnitude of the windows is breathtaking and awe-inspiring
Juniors Abroad program to say the least. We spent so long gazing at the windows we
at the end of my junior lost track of time and were reluctant to leave.
year. When my admission
counselor informed me Austria
that I could spend three Chess in Salzburg: While walking through the streets
weeks visiting another of Salzburg, we stumbled across a giant chess board painted
country and receive right on the ground. There were two men actually playing
college credits for it, I the game with large chess pieces. Although I am terrible
knew George Fox was the at chess, this was such an unexpected discovery it was
place for me. entertaining to watch.
Looking back on it,
my Juniors Abroad trip
from Paris to Prague
sparked my love for
travel. Instead of sharing
everywhere we went and
everything we did — although all the places we visited were
memorable — I thought I would just touch on my favorites.
If you ever find yourself with a few weeks in Europe, these
are the places you won’t want to miss.

France
Eiffel Tower: I know it sounds cliche, but the Eiffel
Tower is truly remarkable. This 1000-foot-tall, iron lattice
tower has become the global icon for France, and well it
should. The architecture in Paris is stunning — from Notre
Dame to the Louvre — but the tower takes the cake.
I remember walking down the streets of Paris when my
friend and I decided to head for the Eiffel Tower. Because
of its size, we put away the map, kept the tower in view and
headed straight for it.
The best part about
visiting the tower,
however, is that every
evening from sunset to
1 a.m., it is illuminated.
There is also a glimmering
light display on the top of
each hour that can only be
described as mesmerizing.
Sainte-Chapelle:
This “Holy Chapel” in
the center of Paris is the
perfect example of Gothic
Sound of Music Tour: Even though we were
discouraged from taking this tour by our leader — he
thought it was boring — it turned out to be one of our
favorite activities while in Austria.
We spent the day touring the countryside where our
guide — who,
coincidentally,
sounded exactly
like Jon Lovitz —
showed us many
of the buildings
used in the original
movie (e.g. St.
Michael’s Church
in the wedding
scene). We also
saw the gazebo
from the film (sing
it with me: “I am
16 going on 17...”)
 Travel on a Shoestring 21
and learned about the real von Trapp Located in the city of Terezín,
family. And at the end, we were able this Jewish labor camp was used
to go on a bobsled ride. What more as a propaganda tool during World
could you ask for? War II to dispel rumors about the
extermination camps. In 1944,
Germany the Nazis permitted visits by
Neuschwanstein Castle: representatives from the Red Cross
Although hard to pronounce, this — what they saw, however, was
19th-century palace is worth seeing. not the reality of life there. Many
This impressive structure was Jews were deported to Auschwitz
the inspiration for Disneyland’s to minimize the appearance of
Sleeping Beauty Castle and is sure overcrowding, and newly painted
to inspire you. rooms were apparently enough
Built on a rugged hill above to fool the Red Cross. The hoax
a village in southwest Bavaria, the only thing more worked so well the Nazis even made a propaganda film
picturesque than the castle is the view of the sprawling there.
landscape below. Upon entering the camp, we were explained the
Berlin Wall: Yes, the significance of the false promise “Arbeit macht frei” or
Berlin Wall is no longer “Work makes you free” painted above the gate. To stand in
standing, but pieces of it can the tiny rooms where hundreds of Jewish prisoners slept on
be seen at the Museum Haus a few wooden beds was emotionally overwhelming, but an
am Checkpoint Charlie. experience I wouldn’t trade for the world.
Dedicated to preserving So much of what I love about traveling has to do
the history of the famous with learning about other countries, other cultures and
crossing point between ultimately about the world we live in. We all experience
East Germany and West the same emotions, and the events that occur in one corner
Germany, the exhibits of the world can greatly impact the rest of it. To my fellow
housed at the museum are travelers out there, take time to learn about your foreign
stark reminders of the Cold neighbors — you’ll gain more than you bargained for.
War.
Even though I was only
9 when the Berlin Wall
came down, the impact it
had on the world was great
enough to affect even me.
While it has been several
years since I was in Germany, I can still remember the
sadness I felt upon seeing a piece of the wall. To stand next
to such a historically significant artifact was humbling.

Czech Republic
Old Town Prague: The last country we visited on
our trip to Europe was the Czech Republic. The Old
Town Square is a beautiful representation of the unique
architectural style of the country. We also witnessed
the changing of the guard at Prague Castle, the largest
medieval castle complex in Europe. The most impressive
demonstration, however, was the guard outside the gate who
remained focused on his duties even with so many tourists
standing next to him to take a picture (us included).
Theresienstadt Concentration Camp: Okay, so this
would not make my “favorites” list, but was certainly the
most memorable place we visited on the trip.
22 Travel on a Shoestring
Check out these local events
May 2010
Hillsboro Farmers Market
Farm fresh products and local
crafts. Sat., 8 to 1:30; Sun., 10 to 2.
Hillsboro (free admission)
www.hillsboromarkets.org
May 1-June 15
Peony Paradise
Stroll through eight acres of fields
and view blooming peonies (free).
Adelman Peony Gardens, Salem
www.peonyparadise.com
May 7-June 6
Schreiner’s Iris Gardens in Bloom
200 acres in bloom, 10-acre display
garden and gift shop.
Salem (free and open to the public)
www.schreinersgardens.com
This could be you!
Tom Morlan at Horsetooth
Reservoir in Colorado
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Mother’s Day Brunch
All aboard the Eagle Cap
Excursion Train for food and fun.
Elgin (ad. $80, sen. $70, youth $40)
www.eaglecaptrain.com
May 15
Seaside Downtown Wine Walk
Spend the weekend in Seaside for
great wines, great food & great fun!
Seaside ($5 wine glass required)
www.seasidedowntown.com
May 15
Lock Fest at Willamette Falls Locks
Flotilla, river & history exhibits,
boating demos, food, music & tours.
West Linn (free, $1 sugg. donation)
www.willamettefalls.org
May 15-16
Gorge Artists Open Studios
Featuring original works by artists
living and working in the region.
Columbia River Gorge ($25/two)
www.gorgeartists.org
May 15-October 31
Historic Trolley Tours
Costumed narrators share history
and where gold was discovered.
Jacksonville ($5)
www.jacksonvilleoregon.org
May 20-23
Iris Festival
Carnival & Keizerfest Tent at the
Keizer Station Fun Center.
Keizer
www.irisfestival.com
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Try ground transportation
If you’re not in a hurry, take
a train or a bus to your next
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cheaper than airlines, and it’s a
good way to see the countryside.
Think smaller
Flying in or out of a smaller,
regional airport can be a great
way to save on airfare. Smaller
carriers tend to charge less, and
it may only add an extra hour of
travel time.
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