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SNEAK PEAK: 2023 Hyundai All-Electric IONIQ 6
HYUNDAI’S NEW ENTRY in their IONIQ dedicated BEV brand lineup realizes streamlined aesthetics and functional efficiency — under the design theme of Ethical Uniqueness Cocoon-like cabin with comfort features and customizable lighting offers personalized and spacious interior space. Single-curved aerodynamic profile and carefully crafted contours create Hyundai’s lowest drag. The ‘23 IONIQ 6 introduces a newly designed ‘H’ emblem and uses over 700 parametric pixels for uniqueness.
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The new Hyundai IONIQ6 revealed the streamlined and timeless design of the highly anticipated second model in their IONIQ dedicated all-electric-vehicle brand lineup. IONIQ 6, which Hyundai describes as an Electrified Streamliner, is aerodynamically sculpted, and makes innovative use of sustainable materials to reflect today’s EV customers’ values.
This IONIQ 6 connects an emotional convergence of functionality with aesthetics with distinctive streamlined design is the result of close cooperation between engineers and designers, with obsessive attention to detail and customer-centric values at the core.
IONIQ 6 also integrates over 700 Parametric Pixels in various places, such as headlamps, rear combination lamps, front lower sensors, air vent garnishes and center console indicator, to reinforce the IONIQ brand’s identity throughout the vehicle.
The user-centric interior architecture is exemplified by an ergonomically designed control unit that is centrally located to reduce distraction and spur, safe and intuitive driving. The modular touchscreen dashboard integrates a 12-inch full-touch infotainment display and 12inch digital cluster. A bridge-type center console provides convenient and generous in-car storage.
Dual Color Ambient Lighting provides overall illumination for the IONIQ 6 interior. Users can choose from a spectrum of 64 colors and six dual-color themes developed by color experts to help drivers and passengers feel relaxed and comfortable. The 4-dot interactive pixel lights on the steering wheel enable easy communication between the driver and vehicle.
In line with IONIQ 6’s ethical-uniqueness theme and inspired by today’s eco-conscious consumers, the designers applied sustainable materials to the exterior, including recycled pigment paint from end-of-life tires to the cladding and bamboo charcoal pigment paint in the body.
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BRIDGEVIEW VINEYARDS & WINERY
NESTLED IN THE HEART OF THE ILLINOIS VALLEY, near Cave Junction, Oregon, lay one of Southern Oregon’s oldest vineyards — Bridgeview. Since Lelo Kerivan planted the first grapes in 1982, Bridgeview set out to create German varietals and a one-of-a-kind experience with their beautiful and welcoming vineyard. Bridgeview’s approach, from the beginning was to make the vineyard an extension of their family.
Rene Eichmann, the vice president, and head winemaker at Bridgeview recently took the reins from his father, Lelo, who still lives on the property and keeps a watchful eye on his family’s creation. Rene recently made time with Grants Pass Magazine and discussed Bridgeview Vineyard past and present.
During our conversation, Rene stated that, “From the onset, the family wanted an old traditional winery that was an extension of who we are. Welcoming, memorable and an enjoyable experience for all.”
Rene went on to say, “Bridgeview went from bare hayfields to a large 50acre vineyard of old vine grapes producing 80,000 cases of wine in the late 90s.” After Sept. 11, 2001, Bridgeview watched their sales take a dramatic dip as the world found itself in upheaval. Pivoting toward a conservative and deliberate approach moving forward, Bridgeview scaled back their sales team. Their goal — concentrate on a limited and methodical production. This allowed them to focus more on local & regional sales.
After their initial planting, they focused on their limited wine-making expertise deciding to go back to their German roots by convincing an old friend, Dieter Hemberger, to join their stateside endeavor. Their goal — learn as much as they could from Dieter during the initial productions of vino. Over the next decade, Dieter, along with several additional wine makers worked relentlessly to perfect the wine production until Rene found himself ready to take over during the last 15 years. Over the ensuing decades they continue to fine-tune their processes and take special care of the vines. Rene finds himself busier than ever.
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BY MITCH WILDE
Marissa Tromler, Bridgeview’s office manager told us that, “In a single day you will see Rene go from being in the office making conference calls, in the winery making wine, setting up the next bottling run, dropping off wine, and even in Bridgeview’s new kitchen preparing food for our customers to enjoy.”
Keeping things in the family Andy Eichmannn, Rene's son plays an integral, and hands on role in Bridgeview’s day-to-day activities. Marissa went on to say “Andy is doing constant production testing on the wine in vats and barrels—monitoring each wine for the precise moment it needs to be put into barrels for example. At any given time, you walk into the winery, you will see Andy either on a forklift or with a headlamp, strapped tightly to his forehead, half way inside a steel vat 20 feet off the ground.”
Rounding out Bridgeview’s primary team, you’ll find Marissa Tromler. Marissa defines her role as, “Doing a little bit of everything at Bridgeview. I'm mostly in our office handling marketing and sales, holding meetings with our out-of-house sales reps, setting schedules, planning events as well as looking over our tasting room.”
Bridgeview found themselves on the national wine scene in 2013 with a Gold Medal win in the Texsom wine competition with pinot noir Blue Moon. Massive sales of their one-of-a-kind Blue Moon bottle filled with their Riesling captivated thousands with its unique bottle and liquid pleasure for the discernable palate. In their tasting room you will find a plethora of notably affordable wine options from, pinot gris, Riesling, pinot noir, merlot, semi-sparkling Riesling, chardonnay, gewurztraminer, this author’s favorite and many other blends, like a cab merlot are ready to be sampled.
Sitting on their large deck area, overlooking the beautifully manicured grounds and impressive pond you will see a beautiful pair of swans ease themselves effortlessly from the water onto the grass. Bass and bluegill move through the water with a casual purpose and if fortunate you’ll get a glimpse of an Osprey or two soaring overhead. As they continue to focus on how best to reinvigorate the tasting room options, they have considered opening up the grounds for events. Perhaps a phone call or two will help them make this decision sooner, rather than later.
Coming out the other side of the pandemic a poised Bridgeview is positioning their vineyard to recapture some of the glory-day magic that put them on the Southern Oregon wine map back in the 80s. The tasting room is open again and they re-launched their wine club. One can join in person, by giving them a call, or going on to their website to sign up.
Another unique feature of Bridgeview’s beautiful and unique venue is the introduction of a gorgeous Airbnb option. A short flight of stairs outside the tasting room main entrance leads you to a stunning 2-bedroom facility with full bath, impressive kitchen, a large dining room table and an awe-inspiring fireplace with floor-to-ceiling stones. Accented with a picturesque overhead chandelier provides you with an ideal place to enjoy a fire and sip on your favorite Bridgeview wine. The dwelling has a king bedroom and a queen bedroom plus a couch large enough to sleep a single friend who wants to tag along. Once you are done tasting wine, perhaps visiting the caves or several other sightseeing options in the valley make yourself a nice dinner in the kitchen, or with the grill on the back deck. Shortly after dinner, some of you can relax in the hot tub, while others huddle around the fire pit while all of you enjoy the scenery that surrounds the pond and grapes. If you are interested in booking the room, head on over to BookStayHop for availability and rates.
Make time and take the short drive to Illinois Valley — only minutes from Cave Junction you’ll find yourself in a little bit of paradise. Bring your sunglasses or hat for the deck area, an appetite for some light kitchen fare and a thirst for quality wines. You will enjoy your time at Bridgeview Winery. gp
AUSLAND GROUP:
BY SARAHANNE DIGGS
WORLD CLASS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, LOCALLY SCALED TO OUR COMMUNITY When Aaron and Kelsy Ausland, owners of their Grants Pass based commercial construction company Ausland Group, are asked what keeps them excited to build in Oregon, their answer is simple, “we are passionate about helping our clients grow and succeed.” For them, each project is so much more than the bricks and mortar, it’s about understanding each client’s goals and their vision. “The best measure of our success is the success of our clients. For most of them, the project we build is a huge step in their business and a huge expense. We are honored to be the trusted partner for so many important businesses and institutions,” said Aaron.
MORE THAN JUST A BUILDER Ausland Group is not your traditional construction company, which quickly becomes clear when you walk through the headquarter doors on Highland Avenue in Grants Pass. Their main office building is designed in a pacific northwest modern style, suggestive of what one would find in an urban center like Portland or Seattle but is strategically tucked away in the Northwest corner of Grants Pass. Kelsy explains this is by design, “we want everyone to feel welcome and comfortable walking through our doors, whether it’s a CEO or our field staff. Our office is designed to inspire collaboration and innovation between our diverse group of design professionals and tradespeople.”
The group of professionals at Ausland is surprising to find in a construction company. Architects, structural engineers, and civil engineers, all work together alongside the construction team at Ausland. Aaron explains that it takes more than just a great builder to make a great project, “every project takes an entire team — architects, engineers, cost estimators, tradespeople. Ausland brings together all of the necessary disciplines under one roof. Ausland Group is the only firm south of Portland, and one of only a handful in Oregon that includes this breadth of design talent in construction company.”
CELEBRATING 75 YEARS OF BUSINESS HERITAGE It is not by accident that such a robust development firm is located in Grants Pass. This year, the Ausland’s celebrate their 75-year anniversary of building in Southern Oregon.
Getting to know Aaron and Kelsy Ausland
The Ausland family has been a staple in the Southern Oregon business world since 1947 when Bill Ausland returned from the second World War and founded what soon became known as Ausland Construction.
In those early years, Bill along with dozens of employees from Josephine County built bridges, schools, hospitals, and churches from Ashland to Roseburg. During the 1980’s, John “Mike” Ausland took the reins of the company where he directed resources at his passion, building bridges and roads. These large projects allowed him to spend his weekends doing what he loved — fishing and hunting with his sons and grandchildren.
Today, the company has evolved into Ausland Group, led by Aaron and Kelsy Ausland who have taken the roots of the family business and modernized it to an award-winning firm offering clients state-of-the-art construction and design services in the greater Pacific Northwest region. Aaron describes it best, “We have built a platform to help clients in profound ways. Each project is unique and requires a complete team to deliver world-class solutions.”
AARON AUSLAND, CCM, LEADING WITH A VISION OF WORLD-CLASS DEVELOPMENT Aaron Ausland was born and raised in Grants Pass, a 1995 graduate of Grants Pass High School. He worked long hot days in the summer as a concrete foreman building bridges, to pay for college tuition. Aaron attended Oregon State University, where he followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, earning a degree in Construction Engineering Management. For several years after college, he worked for his father’s construction company. Then in 2002, he began Ausland Group with his wife Kelsy, with a focus on commercial building design.
Aaron knew he wanted to do construction differently. He’d seen the ‘silos’ created in the industry that too often pitted architects, engineers, and builders against one another rather than creating collaborations. He knew that to bring extraordinary results to clients, it required breaking down those silos and developing a truly integrated team of professionals.
Fast forward 20 years later and that company Aaron envisioned has become Ausland Group where all these disciplines sit around one table solving problems together. “If a client hires each part of the team separately there is a good chance each person hears something a bit different or understands the clients’ goals differently. At Ausland Group there is one unified team from the first conversation to the last, from start to finish.
KELSY AUSLAND, PE, ALWAYS AN ENGINEER Kelsy Ausland was raised in Portland, OR with an extended family that included a math teacher, Realtor, engineer, and architects. She explains how the values of hard work, innovation, and creativity, the attributes that make good engineers, were key family values. “Instead of buying me the doll house or the car for my Barbies, my parents expected me to build them. And I did. I’ve always loved creating and building. Then by the time I was a teenager, when I wanted a phone to my room, I had to wire it myself. I never was raised with any notion that I couldn’t do something because I was a girl.”
Kelsy began her career in high school where she was selected for an internship at the Oregon Graduate Institute working in an environmental engineering laboratory.
“I had the opportunity to contribute to research focused on remediating pollutants in groundwater, and I was captivated ever since. Applying science to solve real world problems ignited my passion for engineering.” Kelsy went on to attend Oregon State University and majored in Civil Engineering, which is where she met Aaron. After graduating, she and Aaron married and moved to Grants Pass. Kelsy worked for several years as an engineer for both the Bureau of Land Management and private consultant, Rob Wiegand, before taking the reins full-time leading the design group and office operations at Ausland.
RECOGNIZED FOR “FAMILY HARMONY” BY THE OREGON STATE CENTER FOR BUSINESS ENTERPRISE As husband and wife, Aaron and Kelsy make an impressive team building their company and supporting their community. As President of Ausland Group, Kelsy manages the day-to-day functions of the team while driving her enthusiasm to lead some of Ausland’s most technically challenging projects. The Oregon State Center for Business Enterprise recognized the accomplishments of the dynamic duo of Aaron and Kelsy, awarding them with the 2021 Family Harmony Award.
BUILDING COMMUNITY IN SOUTHERN OREGON The pride in being part of a great construction team lasts long after the grand opening of a completed project. The team members at Ausland have the pride of seeing people enjoy their projects for years to come. The places Ausland Group builds create the great places everyone visits — for example they relish a craft beer after work at Weekend Beer Company while rocking out to local bands. Families can share their experience during dinner at the OK Corral after an exhilarating jetboat trip down the river. Colleagues can sip signature cocktails outside at The Haul in downtown Grants Pass. Music lovers relaxing under the stars listening to their favorite artists at the improvements Ausland Group made to the Britt Festivals and Pinot fans can savor a glass of wine at Simple Machine Winery.
Being able to help create iconic places is part of what drives Aaron and Kelsy. It is wonderful to drive around town and see projects that they have been able to work on such as the AllCare headquarters building, the Boys & Girls Club gym, the Gospel Rescue Mission, or the historic United Methodist Church. Traveling around Southern Oregon, it’s hard to find a place that has not been shaped and touched by the team of professionals and tradespersons at Ausland Group. GROWING REGIONAL RELEVANCE The capabilities of Ausland Group have created a demand for their services well beyond Josephine County. The team opened a Eugene Office in 2016 to better serve the greater Willamette Valley area. Ausland’s team members can be seen working on the college campuses of Southern Oregon University, Oregon State University, and University of Oregon. They have been the builder for the upscale grocer Market of Choice in Medford and the flagship event center for the brand, Venue 252 in Eugene.
The design-build capabilities of Ausland take them all over Oregon for seismic and historic renovations, such as Eugene’s historic Shelton McMurphey Johnson House, known as the “Castle on the Hill” to the stunning Wallowa County Courthouse in Enterprise. Recently, the Ausland team completed a $4 Million design-build renovation to the Grants Pass Armory and were subsequently hired for a $20 million design-build work for the Salem Armory facilities. “Repeat clients are the best metric of our success,” explains Aaron. “When someone finds us locally then asks for our team to continue working with them, we know we’ve accomplished our goals as a company.”
THE SECRET TO STAYING COST-COMPETITIVE A key component of success for Ausland is their ability to assemble a world-class team while staying costcompetitive in the marketplace. When Ausland is hired by a client, they are being trusted to assemble the best team, design an outcome to deliver on their goals, and perform on-time and on-budget. They take that mission very seriously.
“There was no room for errors or delays. The Ausland Group team addressed the challenges with no hesitations and worked around the clock, as needed to make it happen. Not only did they work expediently with a very aggressive construction date, the final results are magnificent."
— RICK WRIGHT, OWNER OF VENUE 252 AND MARKET OF CHOICE One way of ensuring competitiveness in the market, is to maintain a portion of their portfolio in the “hard bid” marketplace. When a public agency or client puts a call out for “competitive bids,” Ausland will respond. In 2022, Ausland has won all bids against other general contractors. “For most companies, a 30% bid to hit ratio is really strong. Our team works exceptionally hard to plan projects in a way that delivers value,” explains Aaron. Beating out other regional construction companies for work has earned Ausland the position to build a new $8 million addition at the Oregon Youth Authority and a new $5 million cafeteria at Coffenberry Middle School in Myrle Creek. Another key element to the Ausland model is strong relationships with local sub-contractors. These relationships secure better pricing and commitments leading to the best and most effective outcomes.
STABILITY DURING THE UPS AND DOWNS OF THE ECONOMY The ability to work regionally as a construction company, deliver excellent services, and be cost-competitive is a valuable combination to maintain stability regardless of the economy. “Construction rides the ups and downs with the economy. We do our best to position ourselves to be prepared for all economic cycles,” explains Aaron Ausland. This means that Ausland strives to maintain a portfolio balanced between private and public clients by working in a larger geographic region. During the recession of 2008, Ausland was able to earn large contracts for the Veterans Administration and Bonneville Power Administration. While the economy was sour for most of construction, Ausland team members enhanced their careers building public infrastructure projects including a VA Health Clinic, Dormitories, as well as Substations and Control Houses for the power grid. Managing the flow of works keeps local tradespeople employed and gives them opportunities to grow and expand their careers. Taking care of their people and low turnover is an obvious key to their continued success.
BUILDING A WORLD-CLASS TEAM WITH LOCAL ROOTS The Ausland’s attribute their focus on culture and employee growth as a reason for their repeat recognition as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon.
Katie Johnson joined the team in 2016, relocating from California with her daughter. Her goal was to find a thriving community to raise her daughter and a company to help her take the next step in her career. In her six years at Ausland she has been promoted into a management position and become a beloved colleague. She describes her experience as, “the best thing about working for Ausland Group is collaborating with people I trust and care about. My work team has made me feel like one of the family.”
Team member Bryce Ausland represents the fourth generation to be part of the family business. Bryce is a skilled laborer who specializes in civil work and operations. He has been a key asset to historic projects including the Newman Church in Grants Pass and the significant legacy project of renovating Steel Visitor Center at Crater Lake National Park. His tremendous professional growth within his almost decade long run at the company is one of great pride for the Ausland family.
“The staff of Ausland Group has been amazing to work with all the way through this project. They worked hard to ensure that we were able to stay open and serve our community with limited interruptions. The attention to detail and amount of care they have shown for our historic building has been really wonderful!”
— LEAH MURRAY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF SHELTON MCMURPHEY JOHNSON HOUSE Newly promoted project engineer Tevah Jones is just one of the incredible success stories among the staff. Starting as a laborer in 2018, Tevah exemplified not only his skill set for which he was hired but proved to be a natural leader. His drive to learn, to evolve and his positivity led to leadership investing in his future and his advancement into the management level. Tevah describes his experience, “the array of expertise that makes up Ausland Group affords us the ability to take on unique challenges and with that comes the opportunity to work on landmark projects.”
TOP PROJECTS IN OUR BACKYARD Nearly 30 of Ausland’s local crew are working in the snowy backdrop of Crater Lake, structuring retrofitting the historic Steel Visitor Center. Kelsy explains the original structure was built in 1932 and it’s amazing it has done so well after 90 winters with an average snowfall of 51 feet. “We have built an entirely new foundation under the exterior stone walls. We core drilled through that stone to insert reinforcing rods, tying together the structure from the roof to the foundation. Then we are installing thousands of pounds of framing materials to strengthen the 5,000 square foot building for future snow, wind, and seismic loads.” She explains that the Visitor’s Center is set to open for the summer of 2023.
Another project for the National Park Service, the Chateau at the Oregon Caves National Monument, was awarded to Ausland in 2020 then was put on hold while structural modifications were designed. The team at Ausland is expected to receive instruction to re-mobilize next spring to finish the Chateau and open the popular tourist attraction as soon as possible. The Chateau is a six-story timber framed hotel, built over a creek directly across from the famous cave tours. The work requires construction of a new foundation under the six-story building and a new steel frame inside the building, all of which will be concealed inside the historic log timbers to preserve the historic fabric of the building.
LOCALLY SCALED PROJECTS THRIVE DURING THE PANDEMIC Projects large or small receive the best of what Ausland offers. Aaron often talks about the fact that some of the smallest projects is where a combined team can find creative ways to save the client money. “Building is so much more than creating square footage. It’s designing a space for people to connect. Creating a solution to a business need. Remodeling a space to improve business operations and efficiency. We love using our expertise on small projects that really impact business owners and help them succeed. That is why our vision is to bring world class development, locally scaled to our communities. Our professionals are in touch with the needs of small business owners.” That statement is ever present in three recent projects completed by the Ausland team.
The pandemic spurred a need for small business projects throughout Southern Oregon. Popularity for Weekend Beer Company’s taps created a demand that exceeded their capacity of their leased building space. The owners desired to create a new location to fit their visions of growth and allow them to thrive within the handcuffs put on restaurants and indoor gathering spaces. Architect Kate Miller and project manager Brian Gray expertly guided the project from start to finish. Now this gem of Grants Pass is helping a previously dormant neighborhood stay energized. The structure showcases Weekend Beer Company’s business philosophy of living your weekend by doing something you love every day of the week.
While Ausland was constructing Weekend Beer Company, at the other end of the Rogue Valley, Simple Machine Winery was completely wiped out by the 2020 Almeda fire. Ausland was able to deliver on a tight budget and an even tighter schedule to get the winery functional for the fall 2021 grape crush season. The first building to be rebuilt after the fire, Simple Machine serves as a beacon of hope for the community as it continues to restore what was lost.
Many business owners found a need to create more boutique custom space during the pandemic for redundancy of operations. President of Rogue Creamery, David Gremmels, set out to build a specialty space at this home. Ausland masterfully interpreted that vision by designing an experimental kitchen to craft cheese and ice cream, along with a creative workspace to inspire innovation and community.
BUILDING THE FUTURE OF GRANTS PASS Talking with Aaron and Kelsy Ausland, it’s easy to glean their excitement and commitment to the Grants Pass community. “We tell our friends that we get to live where others vacation,” says Aaron Ausland. He enjoys fishing the same holes on the Rogue River that have been enjoyed by his family for generations and sharing that passion with
son, Will Ausland. Kelsy is passionate about redevelopment of Grants Pass and the Riverfront. “Our community has so much to offer — arts, food, wine, and so much more. We love taking outof-town guests to our grower’s market, local restaurants, and parks along the river to see how great we have it.”
Aaron and Kelsy have personally committed to seeing that growth in Grants Pass continue. In 2021, they acquired the old Bank of America property and are transforming it into a new development called The Riverway. The newest Human Bean opened earlier this year to launch business activity at The Riverway. As construction wraps up in the main building, The Riverway provides optimal office space ideal for any small business to operate and a gorgeous, vaulted window store front space perfect for any restaurant wanting to make a splash among the vibrant food scene in Grants Pass.
As the company moves forward, Ausland will continue to diversify how they serve clients, engage in their community, and recruit and retain talent which will result in strengthening the core of the company. Aaron Ausland states the goal for the next 25 years is, “continuing to add resources, depth and capacity in order to broaden of our abilities to serve our clients as we reach the 100-year milestone.” Whether you are starting in the planning phases or ready for construction, the trusted team a Ausland is ready to help you. It is what makes the Ausland team world class and locally scaled. gp
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What will Psilocybin Therapy look like in Oregon?
BY BRANDON DAVIS
NOVEMBER 2020, OREGON RESIDENTS VOTED TO PASS MEASURE 109, Oregon Psilocybin Services Act, allowing psilocybin service centers and psilocybin mushroom manufacturing. Oregon Health Authority (OHA), along with recommendations from the Oregon Psilocybin Advisory Board, has spent the last two years developing a framework for the program. OHA will begin accepting applications for service centers, facilitators, cultivation and laboratory licenses starting Jan. 2 2023. It’s important to remember that even though Oregon has voted in favor of psilocybin services, some cities and counties have voted to opt out of having these services.
What is psilocybin? Psilocybin mushrooms, commonly referred to as “magic mushrooms,” are a type of psychedelic containing fungi that have been around for thousands of years. Some of the earliest evidence of psychedelic mushrooms depicted in a mural can be traced back to Northern Australia, the mural depicts mushrooms and psychedelic illustrations, these depictions are estimated to date back to 10,000 BCE. Mayan and Aztec people have referred to psilocybin mushrooms as “flesh of the gods.” These mushrooms have been used for spiritual ceremonies, divine insight, healing, and celebrations in many cultures and religions throughout history.
What does this mean for Oregon? This will allow citizens, 21 and older who have been Oregon residents for the past two consecutive years, to apply for any of these licenses. Oregon is also putting a twoyear moratorium on licenses to non-Oregon residents. Although non-residents can’t apply for licenses until 2025 they can still receive psilocybin assisted therapy as long as they’re at least 21 and older. The mushrooms used in this therapy will be grown indoors and be tested for potency and contaminations before they are transported to service centers. This form of therapy has been studied by medical professionals and the results suggest that it can be used to treat depression, PTSD, end of life care, and may help eliminate drug addiction.
This therapy has three parts: preparation, facilitation and integration. First a patient must contact a service center and set up a preparation session. In this session licensed facilitators go over patient needs, Clients Bill of Rights, transportation and aftercare, and explain common effects of psilocybin mushrooms. Next, patients visit a service center for their facilitation session where they consume psilocybin mushrooms with a licensed facilitator present. In the facilitation session “Set and Setting” play a large part. Some service centers might offer an outdoor session to help patients be more connected with nature. Other centers might have a calming indoor setting with gentle music and a bed to help patients have a comfortable experience. Once both the facilitator and patient agree that the effects of psilocybin have finished then the clients can call their designated driver to be picked up. Lastly, we have the integration session. In this step clients can visit their facilitator for optional aftercare where they can express how they have been feeling after their psilocybin journey. For many people psilocybin assisted therapy can be life changing so it’s important to have these integration sessions to help patients handle new changes they may experience.
Oregon is the first state to legalize these natural mushrooms and apply them to a medical model; making this very exciting to see how this form of therapy will change lives. It’s expected that many tourists will flock to Oregon for a chance to try this life changing therapy.
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100 Years of Cavemen
BY LEAF BARRET | HISTORIC PHOTOS COURTESY OF MEN'S ACTIVE CLUB
This YEAR MARKS THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY of the Grants Pass Caveman — stemming from the Oregon Caves Trail Road, built for tourism by local business owners with the idea of dressing up as Cavemen. In what some might say as odd, the men put on a ceremony, claiming to be direct descendants of the Neanderthal Man of ancient times. Incorporated as a unit Oct. 1922, the ceremony was held secretly in the depths of the Oregon Caves. One Hundred years later the Caveman is stronger than ever in Grants Pass. Evolving over the past century our Cavemen now do some amazing things for our community — besides dressing up in animal pelts and carrying clubs around town. The “Men’s Active Club” as it is now named, is the group in charge of the Cavemen, along with Boatnik, Christmas for Kids, 4H and many other local nonprofits — all raising money for great causes. The group, and it’s mission, described by The Historical Marker Database (hmdb.org):
The main purpose as an organization is to publicize Grants Pass and Josephine County. Their "rituals" include orientation of the members in the geographical and scenic features of the CAVEMAN DOMAIN and instruction in the Caveman "tactics" of greeting visitors, including presentation of an inscribed chamois.
The governing body of the CAVEMEN is kept within a small circle of officers, including...'Chief Bighorn,' 'Rising Buck,' 'Wingfeather,' & 'Keeper of the Wampum.' Also, they have a council of 'Eagle Eyes' serving as a board of directors.
The CAVEMEN make their own rules as they go along, always calculated for the most fun and the best gag at the moment. With each new trick and each visit to a new area, they spread the good word for Grants Pass & Josephine County, calling everyone to come and see the Rogue River Valley where people are enjoying life to the full extent.
You may have noticed that we have a new Caveman in town, located on Sixth Street between Evergreen Bank and Hell Gate. This will be the permanent location now in hopes that tourists will visit and take photos throughout the year.
Be sure to visit the Oregon Caves this year to gain more in-depth knowledge about the Grants Pass Caveman, along with the history of the caves. gp
