Oregon Weekend Adventures

Last weekend, I was reminded of why I love living where I live as I went from skiing on Mt. Hood to a beautiful hike in the Columbia River Gorge. Portland and the surrounding area is truly an outdoor enthusiasts playground. Much love!

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Mt. Hood, my favorite mountain, peeking out from above the ski slopes
So happy to be able to make it up once since I was away most of the season

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My ski buddy for the day, Josh, hamming it up for the camera

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Not looking quite as graceful, I at least had a good run and a good view (look at those clouds!)

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A Sunday hike on the challenging Ruckel Ridge was full of all these cool rock outcroppings

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Spring wildflowers dotted the hillsides at lower elevations

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While snow greeted my two hiking companions and I at the Benson Plateau (approx. 3,700')

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A creative crossing of a the very full and fast-moving Ruckel Creek

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And finally, making our descent on the Ruckel Creek trail through meadows and with beautiful views of the Columbia

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Ruckel Creek, so vibrantly green, close to the trailhead