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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| scenic locations | 5/13/2011 | Donald Neff |
| Q: My parents decided to come visit last minute...they decided to come spend their 20th anniversary ... A: The Rose Garden and Vista House are both great spots. If there are only five of you, I can't see ... | ||
| southwest oregon | 2/2/2011 | Donald Neff |
| Q: I am planning a trip to Oregon this summer . We would like to spend time in Mt. HOod, Bend, Crater ... A: In Mt. Hood, Bend, Crater Lake, and the coast, you chosen the best in Oregon. If you are in ... | ||
| weather/ small business | 9/30/2010 | Donald Neff |
| Q: we are trying to decide where to move in Oregon from ca. we want good weather 68-80 /not alot of ... A: There is no coastal community that is not quite rainy, not even inland from the coast. Temps of ... | ||
| Ghost Towns | 9/14/2010 | Donald Neff |
| Q: Mr. Neff, Thank you for taking my question! I will keep this short and to the point. I want ... A: Do I know you? I know several Jordans, that's why I ask. You've hit on a topic I know little ... | ||
| family living on the Oregon coast | 8/9/2010 | Donald Neff |
| Q: I was raised on the coast and from what I recall there were not too many family oriented ... A: This is a difficult question for me to answer. In general, I think attention on family activities ... | ||
| calm water kayaking and hiking | 8/6/2010 | Donald Neff |
| Q: Planning a September visit to Williamette Valley area and Hood River region. Can you suggest any ... A: Rivers I can't answer...sorry. As for lakes, near Hood River, up in the mountains, I suggest Lost ... | ||
| Cannon Becah | 5/10/2010 | Donald Neff |
| Q: is cannon beach a major beach A: B - Yes, Cannon Beach is a major beach. It's also the name of the town right next to the beach. The ... | ||
| gold mining | 4/19/2009 | Donald Neff |
| Q: We are looking for a place to go mining for gold. We live in the Tigard area and would like ... A: You've asked a tough question and I must admit gold mining in Oregon has never occurred to me. As I ... | ||
| Could you use this information? | 12/13/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: I agree that little is being done to promote the Lewis and Clark Celebration ahead of the event. ... A: Leo, Sorry for the lag time. Been out on the right coast visiting my old stomping grounds. Including ... | ||
| Bend, OR | 11/7/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: Am thinking of relocating to Bend. Any suggestions where I can get info on the area?Would need ... A: Mark, Altho Bend isn't the sweet sleepy little town it once was, it's still a nice place. Growth in ... | ||
| Cities with best weather on the Oregon Coast | 11/2/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: I would like to thank you for the service you're providing. It's a big help to people who need ... A: One must never hope for pleasant weather on the coast. We live for the storms,sunny weather being a ... | ||
| Culteral diversity in Oregon | 10/20/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: I currently live in California and have been thinking long and hard about relocating to the Portland ... A: Lynn, A potentially loaded question here. If you are looking for a delightful melting pot of ... | ||
| resort | 10/12/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: Do you know of a resort that is sky high and the bellhop might say "go climb a tree" also it has 14 ... A: Dorothy, There was a place in southern Oregon made up entirely of tree "forts". I recall it running ... | ||
| Inquiry | 10/8/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: How many hours would it take to get to any part of Canada from Eugene, OR ? A: Brandon, It depends on how fast you drive and when.However,when we go to Vancouver BC we drive ... | ||
| Hai, Can i know about a place... | 9/2/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: Hai, Can i know about a place in the US called Oregon. I would like to see the pictures/landscape ... A: Sulochana, Hai. Please go to www.goggle.com and do a search on Oregon. This would be the best way ... | ||
| One more question, if you have the time... | 8/27/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: And yes, I am planning a trip to the Pacific Northwast, hopefully very soon, to do a big sweep of ... A: Craig, Excellent adventure! Sadly though, eastern Oregon is really rural. As they like it. Although ... | ||
| Oregon life without a car...? | 8/26/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: Now that I can do my work over computer, I can live anywhere, and all my friends recommend that I ... A: Now Craig....you've been reading urban myths again haven't you. Are these friends or people who ... | ||
| zip code map | 8/4/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: This is my second follow up question. The initial question was answered promptly and I was greatful ... A: Robert, Sorry,I never did recieve your second request. All I could find in my data search was Google ... | ||
| zip code map | 7/29/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: Where can I find a free zip code map of Oregon? It is absolutley crucial to the successful and ... A: Robert, Jeez....try qwestdex.com(yellow pages), or www.melissadata.com.....if those don't work,give ... | ||
| Portland living | 7/26/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: I think I discussed a transfer from Anchorage, AK to The Dalles, awhile back, with you? Things have ... A: Well Harvard isn't bad,but probably loses status in a state where no one can appreciate it.We all ... | ||
| health & humidity | 6/3/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: good morning Adrienne, this question really revolves around your knowledge of the health industry ... A: Bruce, Sorry to hear about your health. I think you're basically stuck w/the lower desert states. ... | ||
| the dalles | 4/7/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: Presently live in Anchorage, AK, winters are getting long. I have a job offer in the Dalles with a ... A: , (Gee and I've always wanted to live up there!) The Dalles is a cool little town.Economically ... | ||
| Portland area | 3/18/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: I would like to know if someone in their mid-50's would be likely to find a job in the Portland area ... A: Pam, We have a zillion lawyers here,my best hope of helping you on both counts is to have you send ... | ||
| southern oregon | 3/17/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: Not sure if you know anything about southern Oregon, but here goes. My wife and I are thinking about ... A: Captain, I rarely get down to southern Oregon but have heard Brookings on the coast is a hot ... | ||
| Florence/Devil's Elbow drive | 2/11/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: My Mom & I visited OR last year, and drove down from Newport to Florence on what Mom called the ... A: Sorry this response so late,my computer has been actually unplugged!!! The whole length of 101 hugs ... | ||
| Quick Drive Through Oregon | 1/12/2004 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: Hey there! My two friends and I are travelling from San Francisco to Seattle this summer to visit ... A: Another strong suggestion....e-mail to www.traveloregon.com and ask for whatever maps/booklets you'd ... | ||
| Five Versus Four and Three and Five + Four | 11/14/2003 | Diane Rynerson |
| Q: I am from Manila and haven't been outside of my country ever. I am a consultant for ecommerce and ... A: The US Post Office has FAQs about zip codes at http://www.usps.com/zip4/zipfaq.htm. If you read all ... | ||
| Oregon Coast | 9/29/2003 | Diane Rynerson |
| Q: My wife and me are thinking about a trip out to Oregon within the next couple months. We would fly ... A: I'm not the best to answer this question, as I don't do a lot of overnights in Oregon hotels, but ... | ||
| Local food | 8/15/2003 | Diane Rynerson |
| Q: Diane, I am researching flavors and foods for a major food company. I am interested in finding out ... A: In the past week, I've eaten two desserts that I'd have to say are local (and personal!) favorites: ... | ||
| Lewis & Clark tours | 6/5/2003 | Diane Rynerson |
| Q: Diane - We will be in Oregon in October and are interested in some form of Lewis & Clark tour. The ... A: I know almost nothing about river tours, I'm sorry to say. River cruising is relatively recent here ... | ||
| Can you give advise about itinerary? | 8/5/2002 | Diane Rynerson |
| Q: I don't have a question about Portland, but if you are familiar with other parts of Oregon, I am ... A: I'm so sorry I didn't answer sooner. I'm on the road, on an unfamiliar laptop in Virginia. I can't ... | ||
| Pacific NW trip | 5/31/2002 | Diane Rynerson |
| Q: Could you recommend a 10 days driving itinerary in Oregon and Washington starting in Portland at the ... A: I'm not the best with driving itineraries, and of course, it will depend a great deal on your ... | ||
| lakeside cottages/cabins | 5/10/2002 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: " looking for recommendations on an informallakeside resort with cottages and a central ... A: Carol, Can't think of any I know that have central lodge,most have NO lodge and NO TV,or all-out ... | ||
| Oregon vacation | 3/29/2002 | Adrienne Devecka |
| Q: We are just starting to plan a driving vacation to Oregon for the latter part of May of this year. ... A: Stan...Hoo Boy,where to start? Firstly,call the Oregon Tourist Board,800-547-7842 ... | ||
| Is this the place for me? | 10/1/2001 | Diane Rynerson |
| Q: I was wondering if you could give me some advice as to where to live in the Portland area. Here are ... A: I turned this question over to my brother, who is a demographer and a keen observer of cities and ... | ||
| gold panning | 8/30/2001 | Joan Mershon |
| Q: i would like to know a close place to go good panning and see some color in my pan i live in eugene ... A: Here is some information for you: This site gives some general directions, but more importantly, it ... | ||
| acupuncture clinics | 7/21/2001 | Joan Mershon |
| Q: I am a former (and future) "Portlander/Vancouverite". Now, a 25-year resident of Niigata, Japan. I ... A: I want to help - I also am very careful in answering any question even remotely medical in ... | ||
| NW-themed gifts | 7/17/2001 | Diane Rynerson |
| Q: I work for a timberland investment company. We own forestland in Washington State and Oregon. Our ... A: I'm sorry for the delay in responding to your question. I had trouble logging onto the site ... | ||
| I work for a timberland investment... | 7/17/2001 | Joan Mershon |
| Q: I work for a timberland investment company. We own forestland in Washington State and Oregon. Our ... A: A lot depends on the recipients. I'll throw out several ideas, and let you figure out which would ... | ||
| bargin lodging around Eugene | 6/30/2001 | Joan Mershon |
| Q: We will be in Eugene for the PNGA (golf) Championship from Sat. July 7th to at least Tuesday the ... A: I did some checking and it seems that almost all the hotels are already booked for that time period. ... | ||
Donald Neff
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
I can answer questions about tourist travel and outdoor pursuits in Oregon and Washington. We can discuss sites to see, weather, camping, hiking, backpacking, and snowshoeing. I know where the crowds are and where the crowds aren't. I can't answer questions about lodging, as I am usually camping.
Experience
I've lived in Oregon for just over 30 years. From the Midwest originally, I am fortunate that I was able to choose where I wanted to live and to then get a job there. Though my home state is Oregon, I've travelled extensively in both states. I've been in the busy downtowns of Portland and Seattle and in the most isolated wilderness areas of each state. I'm an experienced hiker and backpacker and can recommend trails to suit all experience levels. I can also suggest which areas to avoid if you prefer quieter, less crowded areas.
Organizations
I belong to three local hiking/ downhill and CC skiing/snowshoeing/conservation clubs and one national club with similar activities. My travels include trips with these organizations, family, friends, and alone.
Publications
I have written post-trip articles for two of the hiking clubs to which I belong. And, of course, my writting appeared for 30 years in the parent bulletins I regularly sent home with my students.
Education/Credentials
I recieved a Bachelor of Education degree from an Ohio college in 1971. I have countless hours of work since then, though did not organize them in such a way as to obtain a masters. I taught elementary school for 33 years and then retired, but I am still active in the schools as a substitute teacher.
Awards and Honors
I received two awards as a teacher. I was named a Jenning's Scholar, and I was nominated by my district as State Teacher of the Year.
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