Oregon is blessed with some of the most striking natural wonders in the nation. The state’s stunning coastline, Cascade Mountain Range and abundant rivers form a unique geography that has captivated Oregonians for generations. Few aspects of Oregon’s past express this enduring relationship quite so well as the state’s history of outdoor recreation. This essay traces key aspects of that history.

Hunting, fishing, boating, rodeo...

State parks, national parks, bicycling...

Hiking, winter sports, water sports...

Links to governmental agencies related to outdoor recreation 

Katie Hill was born and raised in Salem, Oregon. She graduated from South Salem High School in 2015 and is an undergraduate at the University of Chicago. While at home, she enjoys cycling, swimming and spending New Year’s with family on the Oregon Coast.

 

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