Reflections: April 2017

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AMTRAK ADVENTURES OVERLOOKED NATIONAL PARKS RAFT THE RIVER

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“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.”

- Helen Keller

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TRAVEL BY TRAIN

A throwback to when traveling wasn’t just about the destination.

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CONSIDER CANYONEERING

Hike, climb, swim and rappel your way to a new hobby.

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TRAVEL WRITER’S BUCKET LIST

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A monthly spotlight on a BC sister club.

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CITY SCENE

Learn how to turn your travels into tales.

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TRAINER TIP Personal trainer Elizabeth Hartpence shares a Pilates workout for travelers.

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RAFT THE RIVER Orion River Rafting is ready to take Club members on a wild ride.

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ROAD TRIPPING THROUGH OREGON Take a trip to see what our neighbor to the south has to offer.

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UPFRONT april 2017 MANAGEMENT

A chat with Donna Gray, your Director of Human Resources TOP THREE DESTINATIONS: Northern Italy—I’m looking forward to a return visit. The Canadian Rockies of British Columbia and Alberta are always breathtaking.

And Switzerland is just lovely. Clearly, I have a thing for mountains.

THREE BUCKET-LIST DESTINATIONS: Australia

and New Zealand—that’s a must-do for me in the next few years. Argentina has always had a strong allure for me, too. And right now I’m planning a trip to Iceland with a side excursion to Greenland for some hiking and exploration. I like going to places that are a bit off the beaten path.

TRAVELING LIFE HACK: Packing cubes are a worthy investment because they

keep your suitcase more organized on long trips, and you can stuff more into your roll-aboard. Lately, most of my travel is for work, so I don’t have the time or the patience to dig through a messy suitcase for the one item I need.

LUXURY ITEM YOU CAN’T TRAVEL WITHOUT: Lately I’ve become very attached

President S. W. Thurston Financial Manager Jeff Ohlstrom Human Resources Director Donna Gray Executive Chef Chris Peterson Communications Director Bonnie Tankovich Membership Director Carissa Ritter Director of Health and Fitness Dave Hart Tennis Director Brian Nash Aquatics Director Connor Eden Recreation Director Jill Clark Spa & Athletic Services Director Katie Wallis Head Swim Coach Andrew Nguyen Catering Director Jill Parravano

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The pool closes at 10 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

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AIRBNB OR HOTEL? Both! I love staying at nice hotels when I want to feel taken care of and to truly get away from my domestic routine—a break from cleaning and laundry makes me happy. Airbnb is great when I’m content to just move my everyday life to another location, or when I want to feel like I actually live in the place I’m visiting.

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TRICKS FOR STAYING HEALTHY WHILE TRAVELING : You’ve heard this one

before, but drink lots of water—more than you think is necessary. Traveling can be very dehydrating. I also make it a point to stay close to my eating, exercising and sleeping routines and keep the food indulgences to a minimum. I feel so much better and more alert on the road when I stick to what I know works well for me. It takes a bit of planning, but it’s worth it.

CURRENTLY READING: I always have a fiction and a nonfiction book going at the

same time. My current fiction is The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt. My current nonfiction is The Leadership Contract by Vince Molinaro. It’s wonderful that you can now travel with your entire library on your mobile device.

BEST TRAVEL ADVICE: Travel with an open mind, and be respectful of local customs and ways of life. Things will not be like home when you leave, even if you’re only going to a neighboring state. If you treat your travel experiences with wonder and without judgment or expectations, they will be that much more enjoyable.

HOW TO TRAVEL MORE: Don’t think you have to wait for your dream vacation to travel. Chances are you have yet to explore some beautiful areas that are within a few hundred miles from your home. Enjoy those first. My husband and I both fly quite a bit for work, so we have to talk ourselves into getting on a plane for a vacation even though we both love to travel. For us, the most ideal getaways involve our car, our dogs, and a quiet cottage somewhere nearby with good hiking. Traveling doesn’t have to be fancy, far or expensive to be fun.

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SAVE THE DATE! UNDERWATER EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA

Sa, April 15 Kids will collect eggs to redeem prizes. There will also be deck games and an appearance by the Easter Bunny.

FAMILY OLYMPICS

Sa, May 6 The Bellevue Club has teamed up with Underdog Sports to offer this special event that will include mini-golf, giant Jenga, relay races and more!

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BELLEVUE CLUB— CENTRAL PARK TOURNAMENT

DA R R E N HENDRIX

In mid-February 376 members participated in this annual event.

Darren Hendrix is a f reelance photographer living and working in Seattle. He’s a California transplant by way of San Francisco and Los Angeles. SEE DARREN’S WORK IN “PILATES” [PAGE 26].

JULI E AR NAN

Kristen Grobstok, Wiryanto Antono, Matt Powers, Norman Cheuk

Marielena Figureoa, Mike Robinson, Shelley Holm, Jason Holm

MELISSA KAPTIK, MARILYN JOHNSON

Julie Arnan specializes in stories o n l i f e ’s g o o d stuff—food, wine, travel and culture. Follow her ad ve nt u r e s on Instagram @JulieArnan. SEE JULIE’S WORK IN “OREGON” [PAGE 38].

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KATHRYN SMITH

Kathryn is a junior at UW studying media a nd communications.

She especially enjoys writing and Larry McCarthy, Jack Fredrickson, Pedro Vieco, Bob Bengford

Jill Hancock, Sarah Jaquet, Renee Sedghinasab, Joy Page

photography. SEE KATHRYN’S WORK IN “NATIONAL PARKS” [PAGE 48].

HALEY SHAPLEY

When she’s not on the road, Haley S haple y writes about travel, health and more from her home in HELEN CHIANG, CAROL LELIVELT

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CONNIE BALLOU, LEIGH ANN MORE, MARIA BORGEN, LINDSAY PRICE

Seattle. SEE HALEY’S WORK IN “BUCKET LIST” [PAGE 58].

COMMUNITY newsfeed

Eastside news from our partners at 425 Business magazine.

NEW COMMUNITY FEATURE

DIGGING BEGINS IN DOWNTOWN BELLEVUE FOR EAST LINK LIGHT RAIL TUNNEL

Photo by Todd Matthews

Tunnel-boring machines bearing catchy nicknames are popular when it comes to local transportation infrastructure projects.

The queen of them all is Bertha, Washington State Department of Transportation’s 6,700-ton, 57.5-foot-wide machine burrowing a two-mile long tunnel to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct through downtown Seattle. Two 600-ton machines (formerly named Pamela and Brenda, but renamed Machine 1 and Machine 2 after being confused with Bertha) are digging 3.6-mile-long tunnels to connect Sound Transit’s Link light rail route between Husky Stadium and Northgate in Seattle. And a 360-ton machine (nicknamed the “Emerald Mole”) was used about a decade ago to hollow out two nearly-mile-long tunnels through Beacon Hill and connect light rail service between Seattle’s Rainier Valley and SODO neighborhoods.

It’s a little different in Bellevue, where a contractor is using comparatively simple and conventional tools to dig a 2,000-footlong tunnel beneath the city’s central business district. The project is part of the 14-mile, $3.7 billion East Link light rail extension that will connect Seattle to Mercer Island, Bellevue, and Redmond by summer 2023.

SOUTHPORT ON LAKE WASHINGTON RISES IN RENTON

BAM APPOINTS NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Bellevue Arts Museum board of trustees last week named Karin Kidder as the museum’s new executive director. Kidder, previously the museum’s director of marketing and communications, has served as BAM’s interim executive director since November.

Southport, the largest mixed-use construction project under way in Renton, Photo provided is inching closer to completion and could by 425Business soon look more like the waterfront urban village its developer envisions.

SECO Development purchased the 17.1-acre site from Puget Sound Energy in 1999 for approximately $7 million, and has since developed it in phases. The five-story, 383-unit Bristol I and Bristol II apartment buildings were completed in 2002 and 2006, respectively. The 12-story, $180 million, 347-room Hyatt Regency Lake Washington is scheduled to open in June.

And three nine-story, $350 million office towers scheduled to open between July 2018 and January 2019 will offer approximately 700,000 square feet of Class A office space. The campus will also feature a range of retail shops and restaurants. In the end, the $590 million Southport project aims to be a game-changer for Renton, and a campus bustling with thousands of office workers, apartment residents, and hotel visitors.

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THE SPOKANE CLUB Established in 1890, the historic Spokane Club stands strong, reminiscent of the days of debutante cotillions, galas and tours of the great outdoors.

LOCATION In the heart of downtown Spokane, the club is just off Main Avenue, adjacent to Spokane River and within walking distance to shopping, theaters and restaurants.

ATHLETICS A cornerstone in the athletic culture of the community, the club houses basketball, volleyball, handball, racquetball and squash courts as well as 10 tennis courts—six outdoor and four indoor. The club also features personal training and a pool with lap swim, free swim and water aerobics.

AMENITIES With several dining options, there is something for everyone: the award-winning Burgundy restaurant, a laid-back bar, terrace and deli. The club also provides catering for events in one of the five formal ballrooms. The Spokane Club Inn is the club’s boutique-style hotel.

FAMILY The Spokane Club cares about family, providing child care while Mom and Dad are working out. Also, there are a variety of fun events for kids throughout the year, like movie and game nights as well as a summer kids’ camp. ➔ For more information, visit spokaneclub.org.

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WELLNESS

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TURN YOUR TRAVELS INTO TALES The Mountaineers, a Pacific Northwest adventure organization, can help you take your story-telling skills to the next level.

ADVENTURE WRITING WITH CHARLOTTE AUSTIN: SECRETS OF A TRAVEL WRITER

Travel makes for great stories. Charlotte Austin shares the secrets to effectively and artfully relating those experiences to others. This is the second workshop in a series of three, but it can also stand alone.

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BIKE REDMOND: THE CYCLING CAPITAL OF THE NORTHWEST REDMOND HOLDS A SPECIAL TITLE FOR THOSE WHO LIKE TO RIDE written

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Redmond is often referred to as Microsoft’s home base. While that’s true, the extensive and well-rounded biking community has rightfully earned Redmond another title: the Bicycle Capital of the Northwest.

Joe Townsend, president of the Redmond Historical Society, explains how the oldest bike race in North America began in Redmond to fund-raise for school band uniforms and Christmas decorations in 1939.

The community rallied together with success, and “the Chamber of Commerce capitalized on the popularity with a slogan and sign,” Townsend says. The metal bicycle sculpture and “Redmond: Bicycle Capital of the Northwest” sign still stands along Redmond Way, decorated with lights.

RIDING IN REDMOND:

Don’t miss these cycle-centric activities this summer.

DERBY DAYS: A long-standing tradition, Derby Days returns every July (upcoming this July 7–8, 2017) and brings crowds to the downtown parade, with concerts, family activities and fireworks.

JERRY BAKER MEMORIAL VELODROME: A unique bicycling venue where you can test your pedal power at this 400-meter cycling track located at Marymoor Park. Open since 1975, it has been recognized as one of the longest tracks in the country with a gentle slope. JBMV hosts a range of events from USA Cycling National Championships to local competitions.

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Traveling can take a toll on the body, and if you don’t have time (or the facilities) for a workout, you can start to feel sluggish very quickly. Bellevue Club Pilates instructor Elizabeth Hartpence shares a quick circuit you can perform right in your hotel room or Air BNB. It’s guaranteed to get your blood pumping and relieve some of the effects of sitting on a plane. photogr a ph y

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PILATES FOR THE HOTEL ROOM 1. BENT-KNEE ROLL-DOWN Sit in an upright position with your knees bent and hands placed behind them. Engage your core muscles, focusing especially on the lower abdominals, and slowly roll back until your arms are straight. Pause, and return to an upright position. Complete three rounds of 8 to 10.

Benefits: Strengthens abdominals and stretches the back 2. DOUBLE-LEG STRETCH From your back, draw the knees toward your chest, and curl your head and shoulders off the floor. Plant your arms and push the low back into the mat. Engaging your abdominals, straighten both legs out to about 45 degrees or higher to keep the back anchored into the mat. Pause and return to the start position.

Complete three rounds of 8 to 10.

Benefits: Strengthens abdominals and lubricates the hip joints

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Benefits: Strengthens abdominals and lubricates the hip joint.

4. FLYING EAGLE Start in a facedown prostration position with your arms out straight above your head. Using your back muscles, lift the shoulders and arms out to the side. Pause, and return to the starting position. Complete three rounds of 8 to 10.

Benefits: Strengthens back, shoulders and abdominals. Lubricates shoulder joints.

5. SINGLE-LEG KICK Start on your stomach, using your forearms to hold yourself up. Make fists with your hands and push them together for stabilization. Pull your abdominals up and in so they don't rest on the mat, and bend the right leg, getting the toe as close to the glutes as possible. Pause, and switch legs. Complete three rounds of 8 to 10.

Benefits: Stretches quadriceps, abdominals and strengthens back

6. TREE ON MAT From your back, straighten just your right leg to a 90-degree angle. Using your core, slowly roll the torso up and reach for the ankle of the right leg. Keep the spine lifted and don't worry about the leg being straight; the knee can bend so the back doesn't hunch. With shoulders down, slowly roll back down. Pause, and switch legs. Complete three rounds of 8 to 10.

Benefits: Stretches hamstrings and strengthens abdominals

âž” To train with Elizabeth, please email fitness@bellevueclub.com.

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TRAINER TIP OF THE MONTH

3. SINGLE-STRAIGHT LEG STRETCH From your back, curl your head and chest off the floor and straighten your feet toward 90 degrees. Splitting the legs, bring the right foot toward your face while lowering the left toward the ground. Pause, and switch legs while keeping your low back pressing into the mat. Complete three rounds of 8 to 10.

raft the river This winter saw a lot of snow. Come summer that snowpack will turn into raging rivers across the Pacific Northwest that can provide fun for all. James Moore, founder of Orion River Rafting, is ready with his crew of skilled guides to take Bellevue Club members on a wild ride.

THE OUTFIT Growing up in Texas, Moore says the story of how he discovered whitewater rafting is convoluted, but it boils down to a month-long rafting trip he took down the Colorado River. “I basically fell in love with the idea then,” he says.

Determined to work in the recreation business, he wound up in Bellingham at Western Washington University. “To graduate, I had to come up with an internship. They don’t normally consider starting a business an internship, but somehow I got around the rules and started a rafting company,” Moore says. “It was meant to be a multi-sport company—we were going to do bicycle touring, horseback riding and rafting—but for whatever reason it was rafting that stuck. That’s what we became in ‘78, and I’ve been doing it ever since.”

THE REASON “For me, rafting brings people together. It’s an easy way to get people outdoors,” Moore says. “It’s really exhilarating; it’s sort of like being on a roller coaster, but with no track. When you share that experience with friends, family, coworkers, or even strangers, it’s a bonding experience, even just for three or four hours.” Moore adds that while general fitness can help people enjoy the experience, rafting is accessible to virtually everyone. He warmly encourages first-time boaters to come out for an adrenaline rush on the river.

THE SETTING Decades after opening, Moore still believes the Pacific Northwest is one of the best regions in the world for rafting and never considered leaving. “We have a wide variety of environments in Washington. Between the west side and east side you get two pretty different stark contrasts, with heavily forested overstrewn rivers on the west side and the drier east side where the rivers are bigger, less woods, bigger waves, more sunshine. You can experience a quiet float on the Olympic Peninsula or head into high dessert country with the ponderosa pine. I think that’s what I love about it most,” Moore says.

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MEMBER DEAL Bellevue Club members are eligible for a special discount on rafting trips throughout the NW region including the Wenatchee River in Leavenworth, Sauk River in Darrington, Methow River in Chelan and Tieton River in the Yakima!

Select one of the amazing experiences at orionexp. com and enter promo code BC2017RAFTING upon check out to receive the discount. Tax is to be paid at the time of registration, and all other trip fees will be billed directly through your Bellevue Club Membership.

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IMPOSSIBLE IS NOT IN YOUR VOCABULARY. It’s not in ours, either. We are driven to explore every scientific possibility — THE TRIPS The majority of the trips Orion offers are good beginner trips, the easiest being the Skagit River, which Moore describes as mostly a float with a quarter-mile stretch of class-three waves.

It’s a great option for families with small children. Other trips head down the Methow River, Wenatchee River, Tietin River, Deschutes and more.

“The Sauk is a fun one because it has a few more boulders, and there’s more maneuvering. There’s still not a lot of skill needed,” Moore says. For those looking for a big thrill, he adds there are also a few advanced trips that are known by word of mouth only.

THE GUIDES According to Moore, Orion is the only rafting company in Washington State that offers a guide training program. All the guides partake in several field trips, sampling all the different rivers in Oregon and Washington. Coming from all walks of life, Moore likens the group to a family of outdoor enthusiasts. “Due to all the snow this year, it’s going to be a great season. There will be high water early on and then continue on for a great summer,” Moore says. “And we’re ready to get you out there.”

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mtrak is the heart of train travel in the United States.

Dedicated to preserving this classic mode of transportation, the extensive rail system makes it easy for people to travel with a different perspective. From Seattle, you can travel to Portland or Spokane, but we recommend making a vacation out of it with these preplanned, miss-nothing routes (or even build your own!).

COAST STARLIGHT: Starting locally, the Coast Starlight extends along the Pacific Coast. From Seattle, the trip continues south to Portland, Sacramento, Oakland, San Francisco and eventually Los Angeles, 1,377 miles later. During the spring and summer months, volunteer National Park Service Rangers explain parts of the scenery on the route to enhance the experience of travel. >>>

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MPIRE BUILDER: Another interesting option is the Empire Builder, a route leading east to the Windy City. Starting in Seattle, travelers will head through Spokane, Saint Paul, Minneapolis and end in Chicago. Entirely different from the Coast Starlight, this route treks eastward along rails that were previously called the Great Northern Railway during the time of westward expansion.

Swiftly travel through the farmland of North Dakota, the Wisconsin Dells, and along the Mississippi River as you appreciate the historical railroad route.

CUSTOMIZED TRIP: From either of the above destinations, plenty of opportunity awaits. Find more routes that begin in Los Angeles or Chicago to continue your train journey, or discover more about the stops on the Coast Starlight and Empire Builder at amtrak.com/route-guides.

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500 destinations; 46 states; 21,000 miles Those looking for more adventure can charter a private, vintage railcar for an extra special trip.

Amtrak allows private car owners to attach to the back of the Amtrak trains, and railcar owners want to share the experience with you! For more details, visit amtrak.com/privately-owned-rail-cars.

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NORTHERN OREGON: OREGON CITY AND SALEM

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et’s just assume that you’re going to roll right through Portland this time around—besides, Portland could take up several articles of its own.

Incorporated in 1844, Oregon City, just southeast of Portland on I-205, has high historical status as the official end of the Oregon Trail. Because Oregon City comprises three terraced levels, the city installed the Oregon City Municipal Elevator—one of only four in the world and the only vertical street in the country. The trip, which used to take up to five jolting minutes in 1915, now takes about 15 smooth seconds.

Willamette Falls solidly checks the town’s “scenic” box.

The waterfall is 42-feet high and 1,500 feet wide with one of the largest volumes of water tumbling over the edge in the United States. There are viewpoints and even a museum, but the coolest way to see the falls is with an eNRG Kayaking guided tour. The 90-minute tours are available by appointment and have four daily start times.

FOOD AND DRINK

The downtown Main Street corridor features indie boutique clothing retailers (Denim Salvage, the Refinery), food and wine bars (Nebbiolo Wine Bar & Market) and, just a touch farther afield, breweries. Oregon City Brewing is the first brewery in town since the days of Henry Weinhard in the late 1800s. Try the bold, hoppy Clackamas River Red or the Elevator IPA showcasing a restrained hand on the piney flavor often overdone by PNW brewers.

Excellent beer and full-album vinyl ambiance are complemented by a new in-house partner with OP Wurst in the brewery kitchen. Dubbed the “frankfurter mastermind,” Victor Deras of Portland’s Olympia Provisions displays his meaty creativity with what is, frankly, an astounding variety of not-your-average hot dogs perfectly paired with a cold brew. OCB isn’t the only brew game in town, however. Feckin Brewing near the Willamette River overlook offers Irish-style beers on tap with live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Try the Feckin IRA with a slightly bitter coffee finish.

CRUISE DOWN TO THE CAPITAL

Oregon’s capital has a laid-back midcentury aesthetic—the historic downtown features brick facades and several vintage theaters of which some have been converted into restaurants and other businesses. Stop for a lunch bite at table FIVE 08, a French dinner at Crooked House Bistro, or any time of day or night at the Kitchen on Court Street. Catch a ride on the Willamette Queen sternwheeler from Salem’s Riverfront Park, also home to a huge open lawn used for concerts and festivals in the summer months and an indoor carousel open year-round.

The city converted an old railroad bridge into a pedestrian path across the river connecting the Riverfront Park with the Wallace Marine Park to the northwest.

Another pedestrian bridge is currently under construction at the south end of the Riverfront Park that will

connect it to Minto-Brown Island Park to the southwest— a 1,200-acre lush nature preserve with 19 miles of trails and even a 30-acre off-leash dog park.

GARDENS AND A THEME PARK

Salem’s surrounding countryside supports growth of all kinds from flowers and wine grapes to children’s imaginations. The Oregon Garden in Silverton is an 80-acre space featuring 20 specialty gardens, open year-round.

Lodging and on-site dining make it the perfect layover destination—especially in June when they host Brewfest during Father’s Day weekend. The historic Deepwood Gardens created by female landscape architects Elizabeth Lord and Edith Schryver in the 1930s boasts 4.5 acres of lush English-style gardens. Stop by June 24 for the annual Wine & Jazz Fest. Young children needing a break from a long car ride won’t miss the sign for Enchanted Forest just south of Salem. This eclectic homegrown theme park, conceived by sculptor Roger Tofte in the 1960s and opened in 1971, has everything from Storybook Lane to Old European Village, Tofteville Western Town to Bumper Boats.

OREGON CITY BREWING

WINE COUNTRY

Hop the Willamette River for access to the Eola-Amity Hills AVA vineyards and wineries. This region’s wines are heavily influenced by the cool marine air flowing through the Van Duzer Corridor that significantly lowers evening temperatures in the summer months. Bethel Heights Vineyard features block-designated Pinots grown on some of the area’s oldest vines. Other not-to-miss nearby wineries include St. Innocent Winery, with a philosophical focus on food-wine pairings, and the appointment-only Walter Scott Wines featuring Burgundy varietals that showcase the elegant high-acid potential for wines produced in this AVA. Recommended wines include the St. Innocent 2014 Freedom Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (honeysuckle, pineapple, baking spice), the 2013 Zenith Vineyard Pinot Noir (currants, mushroom, dark cherry, hint of smoke) and Walter Scott 2015 X Novo Chardonnay (lemongrass, green banana, ginger).

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CENTR AL OREGON: EUGENE AND COTTAGE GROVE

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mack in the middle of Oregon’s I-5 corridor lies Eugene— home of the Oregon Ducks (University of Oregon). The city vies with Salem as the state’s second-largest population center, but clearly pulls ahead in terms of choice dining and drinking establishments. Visit the Whiteaker neighborhood, which is easily missed if you exit I-5 and head downtown. Stay at the Inn at the 5th—a boutique hotel tucked into a collection of unique retail options, including Provisions Market Hall and Marché restaurant.

FERMENTATION DISTRICT

Though not the first brewery in town, Ninkasi put Eugene on the beer map with its flagship Total Domination IPA in 2006— a prophetic moniker considering the brewery production went from 1,500 to 105,000 barrels in just 10 years. All that growth prompted the need for huge new facilities, much of which are open to the public through daily tours. If you like massive hoppy IPAs, Ninkasi delivers in a big way. Otherwise, skip the IPAs in favor of the Pacific Rain Pale Ale or the Believer Double Red Ale. Ninkasi’s success has worked like a catalyst in the neighborhood, ushering in a thriving indie culinary scene—Grit, Rye, Papa’s Soul Food, Izakaya Meiji and Pizza Research Institute to name a few. Grab an Ale Trail passport (available at the Adventure Center just off I-5 in nearby Springfield) and start exploring Eugene’s craft beer scene a pint at a time. Don’t miss a stop at Falling Sky Brewing House. The décor affects a mellow don’tmind-me act belying the fact that this place has won more “Best of” awards than Meryl Streep. The current tap list regularly runs 15 deep (in 2015, they brewed something like 95 different recipes), and the food goes way beyond burgers and pretzels.

Everything is made in-house from the bread to the pastrami and the house-cured vegetable pickles to the smoked meats and cheeses. Take the night over the top with a stop at Sweet Life Patisserie—pies, cookies, brownies, macarons, petit fours, cakes—oh my!

THE SCENIC TOUR

Head south for a two-wheeled sightseeing adventure through Cottage Grove’s Covered Bridges Scenic Bikeway. The 36-mile loop begins and ends near Main Street, passes by six historic covered bridges and traverses along creeks, with some steep portions to get to Wildwood Falls. For the easier family-friendly version, ride through the Row River Trail portion to the southern end of Dorena Lake and back. After you’ve worked up an appetite, drive back to Creswell Bakery—a few blocks west of I-5 in the town of Creswell. Head west out of town on Camas Swale Road to connect up with Territorial Highway where several wineries are located, including Iris Vineyards, Silvan Ridge Winery and the state’s largest single producer of Pinot Gris at King Estate—a certified biodynamic winery with a beautiful facility and restaurant perched atop a hill like a golden beacon of viniculture. When in Pinot Gris country, try the King Estate 2015 Domaine Pinot Gris (supple with honeysuckle, white flowers, pineapple). bellevue club april 2017 | 41

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SOUTHERN OREGON: MEDFORD, JACKSONVILLE, ASHLAND AND BEYOND

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on’t make the mistake of cruising through southern Oregon without planning a few stops. Start with a tour through Medford’s Harry & David factory and watch hundreds of pounds of butter and sugar enrobe fluffy popcorn in caramel sauce or the company’s signature creamy Comice pears sorted for holiday gift baskets. Newly opened Pallet Wine Company is a great place to try a variety of regional wines, made under the guidance of owner Linda Donovan.

TRIFECTA OF YUMMINESS IN CENTRAL POINT

By no means a metropolitan area, Central Point, just north of Medford near the airport, has a one-stop corner of delicious treats at the Artisan Corridor. After tasting the cheeses at the Rogue Creamery, order a life-changing grilled blue cheese and honey

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sandwich and walk next door to Ledger David Cellars for an excellent wine pairing—sublime with the 2015 Radiant White (full-bodied with mango, caramel, bright acid). After a decidedly unsnobby conversation with Robert, the tasting room manager, while trying wonderful southern Oregon wines, walk across the parking lot to the lilac-colored building housing Lillie Belle Farms Handmade Chocolates. The shelves are bursting with creatively crafted chocolates—tiny chocolate martini cups with hand-rolled marzipan olives, beautifully swirled bonbons, bars and hilarious voodoo bunnies. Hopefully, chocolate maker Jeff Shepherd will be milling about. You’ll know him by his wildly printed Hawaiian shirt, ponytailed locks and giant smile from his “all-consuming passion for all things cacao.”

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CHARMING J’VILLE

Once upon a time, Jacksonville was the largest town in southern Oregon thanks to the local gold rush. But, when the gold ran dry and the railroad bypassed the town in favor of Medford, J’Ville’s population dwindled. Citizens in the 1960s recognized the town’s charms and petitioned to have it deemed a National Historic Landmark. Today, more than 100 buildings are officially registered—buildings that bear the original names of the residents like Beekman Bank.

Décor at the Jacksonville Inn takes dinner guests back in time with walls lined in locally quarried sandstone, with flecks of gold still visible. Taste wine in town at South Stage Cellars or pick up a bottle and some treats at the Cheesemonger’s Wife. Photographer Peter Britt, Jacksonville’s most famous former resident, took the first successful photo of Crater Lake in 1874 and subsequent images were used in the campaign to create Crater Lake National Park in 1902. Today, the Britt Festival, held on the grounds of the Britt home, once again swells the town’s population each summer as music fans swarm to catch acts similar to the lineup at Chateau Ste. Michelle in Woodinville.

APPLEGATE VALLEY AG

Wine country rolls along Highway 238 through the Applegate Valley with notable producers like Spanish-varietal specialist Red Lily Vineyards situated on idyllic Chapman Creek, Valley View Winery named after the region’s first vineyard planted by Peter Britt, and Plaisance Ranch with a laid-back ranch-style tasting room (appropriate considering they also raise grass-fed organic beef cattle). But once you taste the delights awaiting you at Pennington Farms at Grants Pass, you might just forget all about wine tasting. In 1994, Joe Pennington faxed a photo of the property to his wife Kathy and immediately put an offer on it, moving their five kids out from Denver shortly thereafter. Joe specializes in Rubus fruit—sometimes called cane or bramble fruit. Well-known examples include raspberries, blackberries and hybrids like loganberries, tayberries and boysenberries. Over the years, Joe has planted 40 acres with hundreds of varieties. One of his favorites is the lusterberry—a cross between a boysenberry and a Cascade blackberry. Kathy transforms those berries into luscious jams and baked goods—her piecrust is second to none. The scent of butter hangs like a golden cloud over their kitchen, the Country Bakery, beckoning travelers to stay a while, have a bite to eat, swoon into a sweet buttery coma.

GETTETH THEE TO ASHLAND

Shakespeare is alive and well in the theaters of Ashland, home of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival featuring 11 plays and musicals throughout its 2017 February–October season.

Ashland also has a thriving culinary scene thanks to the bounty of fresh produce grown in the region and the cultured tastes of its citizens. Farm-to-table is the name of the game at most eateries including the Peerless Restaurant, Luna Cafe & Mercantile and newcomer Lorella Ashland, helmed by chef Josh Dorcak, two-time-defending Ashland Culinary Festival champion. Adventure seekers should head to Mount Ashland. A skier’s haunt in the winter, the mountain beckons in summer months for mountain bikers, hikers and birdwatchers.

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Already featured in Outside magazine, Sunset magazine and other national media outlets, the Kirkland-based Homegrown Trailers company has only been in business for about a year. But their revolutionary design—allowing people to go completely off the grid in a comfortable way—has already paved a path in the formidable outdoor and travel industries. Reflections talked to Eric Gertsman, co-founder and chief marketing officer to get the scoop.

Reflections magazine: Your first year in business made a big splash in the outdoors industry. What has the journey been like?

Eric Gertsman: It’s been a wild year and a half! This all really started by my business partner, Corey Weathers, as a fun, family hobby, but he and I made a pretty aggressive decision in 2015 to build a business around it. After a lot of prep work, we incorporated in 2016 and were off to the races. We established a facility in Woodinville as a small base to start in. We pushed hard to innovate with the trailer and build a brand around what we represented and what resonates with customers. Once we started producing trailers and got the rentals going, we received feedback and started refining the product. It all moved quickly as we received interest from a variety of channels, including social media, the press and events. Now that we’ve moved to our new Kirkland location, we’re focused on manufacturing more trailers per month, not just the one or two that we were doing early on. But we’re still not pumping them out like an assembly line because these are handcrafted, artisan pieces.

RM: Why is sustainability such a large part of your vision?

EG: Sustainability is the cornerstone of the business. We were sustainability consultants to begin with, so it’s a big part of who we are personally and professionally. Any decision we make in the company, even how we set up our trash cans in the office, has to come from that place. Within our trailers, we use sustainably

harvested wood, energy efficient lights and appliances, solar power panels and ultra-low VOC chemicals. This will always be our identity.

RM: Can you talk about the lifestyle the trailers provide for outdoor enthusiasts and travelers?

EG: To be honest, I was not a trailer person before, mainly because I wasn’t into big, boxy, plasticy RVs. Aesthetically speaking, it didn’t work for me, and it didn’t resonate with the Northwest vibe. Plus, there are toxic chemicals, tiny windows, and almost no insulation in traditional travel trailers. It just didn’t fit with what I’m trying to do when I’m out with nature.

And I’m not the only one. We found a lot of people love being out in nature, but there are only a few viable options. You can camp in a tent, but the PNW ground can be damp and uncomfortable. It can get even more problematic if you have kids or pets. The other option is the traditional RV, but few people want to be the eyesore of the campground. Faced with these options, some people make the decision to simply not visit the outdoors. So, a big part of what we’re doing at Homegrown Trailers is helping more people commune with nature. We want to get people out there because nature is inspiring and people bring that energy, rejuvenation and happiness back into their home and work lives. We hope to be the pebble that sends ripples far and wide.

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RM: What are some of your favorite places to take the trailer?

EG: I recently took a trailer to Crystal Mountain for a ski weekend. The trailers are insulated with wool, so quite comfy even though you’re in cold weather. I have also taken a trailer to Red Mountain in Washington’s wine country, the Gorge Amphitheater for a fun festival, and even done a quirky road trip through California. The trailers are aerodynamic and nimble, and when you’re driving you often don’t even realize it’s back there. I really like that the trailers are self-contained, so you don’t have be so worried about electric, water, and dumping services. You can stay in an on-grid campground or go find an amazing off-grid spot on public or private lands. We want everyone to create their own perfect getaways.

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RM: What’s in store for the future of Homegrown Trailers?

EG: There are two big things coming in the near future. In three to six months we’ll be releasing a new model. It will be very similar to the current model, but it’s going to feature a fixed top (versus the pop-top) and it will be a little bit longer.

This model will also have a couple more internal features such as an interior shower and additional storage, which makes it great for full-timers. This model was a direct response to our customers desires.

The second thing on the horizon is that we’re looking to expand beyond the Puget Sound region. We’d like to start rolling out sales and rental offices down the West Coast and maybe out to Colorado or other mountain states as well. We recently worked with a team at the UW Foster School of Business to identify where those markets could be.

RM: What are people most impressed with or surprised by?

EG: People are always surprised by our trailers. They are so unique that most people have never imagined that there was anything out there like Homegrown Trailers. I’d say that there are two specific things that most often surprise people. First, the exterior wood. Yes, it adds a beautiful design element, but it’s also weatherproof, durable and lighter than most people expect. Second, the solar panels and battery system is something unique. It can produce and store power when you are parked or as you drive from campsite to campsite. The system powers components like the lights, mini-fridge, water pump, induction cooktop, and all the power plugs for your phones and computers so you can be fully-functional when off-grid. The units we sell range between 200 and 800 watts, and use advanced lithium-ion batteries to store energy even when you’re not charging from the sun or the power grid. Even if you’re parked in a shady, remote spot, you’re still getting days’ worth of energy from those batteries.

RM: Anything else you want people to know about the trailers?

EG: Homegrown Trailers really are a great option for people yearning for a paradigm shift in the camping or RV arena.

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DRY TORTUGAS NATIONAL PARK

LOCATION: Florida, near Key West ACTIVITIES: Beach camp, snorkel, bird watch

This cluster of islands is remote and only accessible by boat, but the marine life is impeccable and unmatched. With over 16 million bricks, Fort Jefferson attracts as an unfinished architectural masterpiece. ➵ nationalparks.org/explore-parks/dry-tortugasnational-park

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A TRAVELER’S GUIDE TO

Often-Overlooked National Parks Adventurers, history buffs and anyone who prefers some space to breathe can steer clear from the itinerary of the typical traveler. Find solace at these lesser-known, tripworthy national parks. written

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CHICKASAW NATIONAL RECREATION AREA

LOCATION: Oklahoma ACTIVITIES: Swim, boat, hike

Beauty is captured here, where mineral springs are abundant and nature reigns. Visitors are encouraged to relax and appreciate the plentiful resources that surround them. ➵ nationalparks.org/explore-parks/chickasawnational-recreation-area

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BIG THICKET NATIONAL PRESERVE

LOCATION: Texas ACTIVITIES: Hike, camp, canoe, kayak, bird watch

This preserve in southeast Texas is a harmonious fusion of ecosystems: meadow, blackwater swamp, pine and cypress forest and hardwood forest. The vast landscape covers 97,000 acres of protected, diverse habitats that converged during the last Ice Age. ➵ nationalparks.org/explore-parks/big-thicket-national-preserve

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CONGAREE NATIONAL PARK

LOCATION: South Carolina ACTIVITIES: Walk

CONGAREE NATIONAL PARK

This tranquil sanctuary is home to some of the tallest hardwoods and pines in the eastern United States, along with other diverse plant and animal life. The floodplain has extensive trails for scientific research or a relaxing stroll. ➵ nationalparks.org/explore-parks/congaree-national-park

ORGAN PIPE CACTUS NATIONAL MONUMENT

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MANZANAR NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

LOCATION: California ACTIVITIES: Learn

Visit this remote site in the Sierra Nevada where World War II Japanese American internment camps were located in 1942.

The rigid landscape and desolate valley provide an expansive, thought-provoking atmosphere. ➵ nationalparks.org/explore-parks/manzanar-national-historicsite

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HARPERS FERRY NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

LOCATION: West Virginia ACTIVITIES: Learn, walk

Located at the junction of the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers, where West Virginia, Virginia and Maryland collide, this park contains a collection of historical influence.

Individuals such as Meriwether Lewis, George Washington and Frederick Douglass spent time in this area, central to anti-slavery movements and American railroad expansion. ➵ nationalparks.org/explore-parks/ harpers-ferry-national-historical-park

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ORGAN PIPE CACTUS NATIONAL MONUMENT

LOCATION: Arizona ACTIVITIES: Camp, hike

Amid extreme heat in the Sonoran Desert, wildlife can still thrive. Here, you’ll find 26 species of cactus including the Organ Pipe cactus. Explore the wildlife of a desert climate and stargaze without distraction at night. ➵ nationalparks.org/explore-parks/organ-pipe-cactus-national-monument

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CONSIDER CANYONEERING HIKE, CLIMB, SWIM AND RAPPEL YOUR WAY TO A NEW HOBBY. w r itten by l au r e n h u n s be rge r

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rue canyoneering (sometimes called canyoning) is the sport of traversing through a gorge and its waterfalls using multiple techniques including abseiling (rappelling) bouldering, cliff jumping, hiking and swimming. It’s still a burgeoning sport in the Pacific Northwest, and the equipment necessary is expensive and extensive, but those who are dedicated will find one the greatest canyoneering spots in the country locally at the Columbia River Gorge. The following are known to be good trails for figuring out whether this is the activity for you.

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ONEONTA GORGE A good trail for dipping your toes in the sport of canyoneering is Oneonta Gorge, a well-traveled trail that navigates over logjams and includes a stretch of trail that requires wading through chest-high water.

However, it’s one of the most popular hikes in the Columbia River Gorge, so if you want to play around plan on a weekday excursion.

EAGLE CREEK GORGE This trail includes dozens of misting waterfalls so be prepared to get wet, even if you don’t plan on jumping in. A longer trail, about 12 miles, this trek covers a wide variety of terrain and will test your threshold for heights in a few ways. But beware, this trail has had some infrastructure problems in the past few years, so be sure to check trail reports before going.

UPPER MCCORD CREEK FALLS After only about a one-mile ascent, canyoneers are greeted with a spectacular double waterfall that lends itself to climbing, rappelling and general marveling.

The views of the gorge and Mt. Adams make it a short but sweet adventure. You can also extend your trip by returning to the trailhead and then heading up a neighboring trail to Elowah Falls.

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OTHER CANYONS WORTH EXPLORING The Columbia River Gorge is arguably the best spot for canyoneering, but there are dozens of other canyons in the Pacific Northwest that offer terrain perfect for adding some variety to your regular hikes.

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HELLS CANYON Most noted for being the country’s deepest river gorge, this canyon is located on the border of Eastern Washington and Oregon and Western Idaho. Due to its large size, people flock to it for white water rafting, hiking and horseback riding.

But, it makes for a great place to learn about canyon terrain and to test out your traversing skills.

APE CANYON A very different type of terrain, Ape Canyon was formed by lava flow on the south side of Mount St. Helens. It now offers adventurers an interesting landscape of tunnels and beautiful views. Follow the Ape Canyon trail for about 11 miles and explore all the unique features of this area.

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A TRAVEL WRITER’S BUCKET LIST In the decade or so I’ve spent as a travel writer, I’ve had the opportunity to visit some of the most amazing spots in the world, from the cloud forests of Costa Rica to the geysers of Iceland to the undiscovered corners of our own country. The more places I see, the more I want to see — and in this line of work, I’m constantly hearing about more locations I just have to get to. My list is long and I add to it faster than I check things off, but part of the fun of travel is the daydreaming that comes along with it. Here are just a handful of the places I hope to get to someday.

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T R AV E L F E AT U R E SVALBARD

For several years, this Norwegian archipelago has captured my imagination. I can’t say why, exactly, I feel drawn to visit, but I’m sure the ruggedness and remoteness play a role. After all, how many places are there where there are just as many polar bears as people, and snowmobiles are more common than cars?

Svalbard is halfway between Norway and the North Pole, and the landscape is what you might imagine — ice fields and icebergs as far as the eye can see. I feel cold just thinking about it, but I also feel energized by the idea of exploring an area that’s still truly wild.

KAYAK WITH BELUGA WHALES

In fifth grade when we studied whales, I decided the beluga was my favorite. So when I heard that Quebec’s St. Lawrence River is a prime place to kayak with beluga whales, I knew I needed to add it to my bucket list. Throw in a little maritime scenery, some delicious French-Canadian cuisine, and the chance to spot other mammals (think porpoises and minke whales), and this promises to be an unforgettable adventure.

Churchill, Manitoba, famed for its polar bears (and also high on my list!) is another fairly accessible spot where the belugas roam.

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MACHU PICCHU

As far as trips go, this is as classic as it gets. Peru’s Machu Picchu is certainly not an unknown destination, but here’s something I’ve learned from traveling — oftentimes, places are popular for a reason, and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. No one I know who’s gone to this Incan archaeological site has come back disappointed. My plan is to hike my way there, although whether I’ll go for the quintessential Inca Trail or take an alternate route like the Salkantay or Lares Trek is still up in the air.

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VIA FERRATA IN THE DOLOMITES

A couple of years ago, I went heli-hiking in British Columbia with CMH, a company that pioneered heli-skiing.

There, I was introduced to the via ferrata, which is a sort of combination of hiking and rock climbing that uses iron rungs and anchored cables to help people traverse mountains. They were popularized in World War I in Italy’s Dolomites, where soldiers used them to more easily cover the difficult terrain. Today, there are 200-plus via ferratas in the Dolomites, which makes it easy to link them together for multi-day trips, and you can follow some of those historic routes.

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