The pandemic has been a mixed bag for Ashland businesses.
On the one hand, many shoppers early on increased their online buying when they were afraid to venture out.
But as the pandemic progressed, m.
Today 18 national wildlife refuges occupy every corner of Oregon, offering safe habitat for hundreds of species of birds as well as fish, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and insects. Best of all: Visitors can hike, watch for wildlife and more all with smaller crowds than at the state’s most popular destinations.
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May.27.2021
Located in the center of Oregon’s Rogue Valley, Medford is often referred to as “Heart of the Rogue.” With 200 days of annual sunshine and annual precipitation of 23 inches, the area is great for outdoor activities, wine tasting, and retirement living. Add in the culinary scene, with the “World’s Best Cheese” and “one of the top ten chocolatiers in America,” along with Harry & David’s flagship store, your appetite is well-looked after. Team all this with craft breweries, vineyards, tasting rooms, and a state-of-the-art performing center; you have many activities to enjoy.
To reach Medford, one can fly into Medford or, as we did, take Interstate 5 south 286 miles from Portland, Oregon. The drive is particularly scenic on the 60-mile stretch from Grants Pass to the Oregon/California Border. Medford is 30 miles north of the border.