I get this question a lot from people moving from other states. I have lived in Oregon pretty much all of my life, so I know it pretty well. It is my pleasure to be able to share information about our beautiful State with you. If you like lush, green terrain and mild seasons, the […]
Category Archives: Country Life
Where Does the Time Go?
Advantages to Living in Scio, Oregon
Where? “Skio?” No, “S-C-I-O. Scio” Never heard of it. Well, it’s a small town SE of Salem, East of Albany, Oregon. It sits about 25 minutes from Downtown Albany, and 35 minutes from Downtown Salem, Oregon. The population is just under 1,000 residents, making it a “small town.” The town is surrounded by farm land, […]
The Longest Trail Ride
For horse hobbyists, trail riding and horse camping provide opportunities to take your animals into rambling and challenging terrain, test your mettle against unexpected circumstances, changing weather, local fauna and generally rough it overnight with your trail companions in a tent or trailer while your horses munch dinner in a corral. What if this […]
Farms for sale around the Willamette Valley in Oregon
Dreaming of owning a farm, large or small? The Willamette Valley has amazing properties to offer no matter what your budget. Whether you are looking for a small, self-sustaining place to keep your chickens, cows and a garden, or a 200 acre income producing barn, the Willamette Valley has something to offer you. […]
Oregon Woodsmen Tree Service of Salem, Oregon
Ryan Sims knows his trees. Growing up in Monmouth, Oregon he spent much of his free time in the woods, playing at first and later working by cutting firewood and trimming trees on his family property. As a young man he worked his way through a variety of jobs, learning how to please customers at […]