Tag Archives: Oregon

I’ll take the “Extra Virgin”! Every Time!

Posted on December 18, 2013 by storiesbygary

As we drove up the coast of Oregon towards Cannon Beach last weekend, I pondered the joys that could lay ahead. My wife Marsha was taking me to Cannon Beach for my birthday present, for four days. I had no … Continue reading →

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Way to a woman’s heart is down “Oyster Road” ?? Ya Baby!!

Posted on November 4, 2013 by storiesbygary

Sometimes it’s the best thing you can do for yourself to just getaway somewhere special and forget about what you do for once in a while. After all, as a Freelance Writer / Photographer, I’m always working on my next … Continue reading →

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Got Crabs???

Posted on July 10, 2013 by storiesbygary

There’s just something about All You Can Eat Crab on a hot afternoon, when they are serving chilled Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris, two of my most appreciated white wines to accompany this scrumptious delight. This past weekend I had … Continue reading →

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A Visit to the “Red Planet” for a Winery Music Event

Posted on July 3, 2013 by storiesbygary

If you follow my blogs you know that I am a huge proponent of supporting your local wineries, not only for their wines but also for the events they sponsor and have at their wineries. I travel throughout the Pacific … Continue reading →

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When I die, I will come back as a puppy!

Posted on June 21, 2013 by storiesbygary

Father’s Day 2013 found me in one of my happy places, of which I have many. This year, it was on one of my favorite golf courses, in Myrtle Creek, Oregon. My wife who is a regular golf partner, long … Continue reading →

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Not asking you to support your local gunfighter!

Posted on June 18, 2013 by storiesbygary

With the arrival of great weather, something well appreciated here in Southern Oregon nearing the beginning of summer months, brings a slew of wine events to Oregon also. Not that I’m complaining, but I really have to make some heavy … Continue reading →

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Busted! There I am, drinking at the bar again!

Posted on May 20, 2013 by storiesbygary

As a travel and wine writer, my destinations can involve wine events and various interesting facts and attractions in the area as well as restaurant reviews. Often my articles are just on the travel location with nothing to do with … Continue reading →

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Get Crabs, drinking wine and fly through the air without a plane in Astoria, Oregon?

Posted on May 3, 2013 by storiesbygary

Every year my experience in Astoria, Oregon this time of year is exciting, and I always find a new experience while there, at least one. This year was no exception to that rule, and I have to tell you, if … Continue reading →

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Astoria Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival, not only about the wine

Posted on April 29, 2013 by storiesbygary

My adventures in wine continued this weekend at the 31ST Annual Astoria Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival in Astoria, Oregon. It has been my pleasure to attend this outstanding event for the past six years, and I do hope to … Continue reading →

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Bring that special bottle of wine on vacation

Posted on April 18, 2013 by storiesbygary

As we start getting closer to summer and the most popular travel months, planning ahead isn’t all about luggage, airline tickets, car rentals, it’s about location. Something we should all add to our planning is if there isn’t a good … Continue reading →

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