Building sanctioned mountain biking trails in Eugene has been a long sought dream. There aren’t many opportunities (yet) to mountain bike within city limits, though many members of the mountain biking community have shown up at every possible opportunity to advocate for greater access in town.

Relieved to have found the trail, we were feeling good again back on track. But soon, we’d be facing even more obstacles, patches of snow, and—even more snow.

For the majority of my 34 years, I have identified as a staunch non-runner… There have, however, been several periods throughout my life when my non-running self is superseded by a different me. A running me.

Active breeds—like Collies, Shepherds, Huskies, wolf mix breeds and many retrievers—are built for movement. These dogs thrive when they can stretch their legs, sprint through the forest, and follow their noses down winding paths.

Even though some of our machines rode with quirks and limits, together, we traveled hundreds of miles, conquered storms, dirt roads and trails, craters, and lava fields, and returned home with memories richer than anything money could buy.

I was gassed, bleeding, and had used the last burst of energy I had to push myself out of the slot, and before me now was the final leg of the journey: a 300 foot rope climb to the top.

Shortly after leaving our campsite, “Wide Open Spaces” by The Chicks playing on the stereo, I caught my first-ever glimpses of the Oregon coast.

Meet the Northwestern pond turtle: a semi-aquatic, freshwater turtle species unique to the West Coast of the United States. They are one of just two turtle species native to Oregon.

It’s been quite a few years since I picked up my first fly rod now, but waking up, making coffee, and throwing my gear in the car to drive into the mountains in search of summertime trout has become one of my favorite things in the world.

Located between the towns of Florence and Coos Bay, it is the largest expanse of coastal dunes in North America. Towering sand dunes stretch for miles here, making it a hidden paradise for an adrenaline-fueled sport you may not even know exists: sandboarding.

It is no surprise that some of the most beautiful, unique looking trout in the state are tucked away where no one can find them.

Gardening can be tough, but Phillip Farris (aka the Eugene Garden Coach) is here to help! Learn his tips for summer gardening in the valley and keep your plants alive all season long.

Despite the overwhelming challenges inherent in our shifting climate… our gardens have the power to be both a refuge from the discomfort of that reality and a means of impacting the world around us in a positive way.

Hey man! I thought that was you. What brings you to Skinner Butte?

Perhaps the most misunderstood, underappreciated character in your local trail organization, the Trail Troll walks a fine line.

One part mountain bike adventure and one part Burning Man festival, Mountain Bike Oregon is an experience unlike any other in the region.

You can’t control the fishing, but you can control the food. And you might as well eat good because one out of two ain’t bad—and two out of two is always great.

Maybe you’re training for this event or just looking for a fun run along the McKenzie River Trail (MRT)— either way, the McKenzie River Trail Run crew is here to offer you our trail recommendations that are guaranteed to get you excited to run!

The sun’s back and the days are getting longer. Time to put up the heavy coats and check out some of the amazing things to do around Eugene in the springtime!

Ridgeline is happy to be joined by Phillip Farris, from Eugene Garden Coach, who’s here to offer you ten tips for spring gardening in the valley!