Grant's Getaways: 101 Oregon Adventures

by Grant McOmie

 “Grant has long been a favorite of mine and now he’s sharing the how, what, where, and when of his insightful outdoor adventures. Whether tree climbing, cooking up a crawfish boil, digging clams and fossils, kayaking, snowshoeing, or soaring skyward, Grant offers 101 concise vignettes that intrigue and encourage us to lace up our boots and get out there. As Grant so aptly puts, ‘Why live here if you don’t go searching for those singular moments which set Oregon apart.’ Amen.” —MJ Cody, co-editor of  Wild in the City
Emmy Award-winning journalist and fifth-generation Oregon native Grant McOmie provides travelers with an in-depth guide to 101 of the best Oregon destinations featured in his popular television series Grant's Getaways , produced by KGW-TV and Travel Oregon. Come along with Grant McOmie as he explores family-friendly destinations and day trips across the width and breadth of Oregon.  From kayaking in Netarts Bay, riding a jet boat on the Rogue River, and fishing for Deschutes River steelhead to exploring Lava River Cave in the Newberry Volcanic National Monument, digging for fossils in the John Day Basin, and riding mountain bikes at Black Rock, Grant's 101 Oregon Adventures has an outdoor adventure for everyone.  The book is organized by the month in which the television segment was filmed, and features 75 photographs from Grant’s outdoor adventures. Also included are travel tips such as "What to Know if You Go" and "Best Time of the Year" as well as access information.

Genres: Travel

312 pages, Paperback

First published April 2, 2013

Reviews

[John Orman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Many great trips for adventure in Oregon are detailed here.

I was just at Wildlife Images near Grants Pass yesterday, and really enjoyed it. Have been to the Rice Museum several times to admire their gems, rocks, and crystals.

I will be going back into the Tillamook Forest soon to hunt for fall mushrooms. Still plan on making it to that pack-rat heaven Three Mile Museum on my way west!

I was also recently at Cape Perpetua, Sunset Bay, Shore Acres, and Cape Arago.

Also on tap for this fall is the Covered Bridges Scenic Bikeway.

I've enjoyed Silver Falls and Wildlife Safari. Stayed for several days at the beautiful Diamond Lake, not far from Crater Lake.

Enjoy Oregon with this book as your guide!

[Jen CE · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love all the ideas and trips! Some more personal touches (my son did this, the family did that) are not my cuppa, but I think those with kids would appreciate it, and I don't think it distracted too greatly from the accounts of the outings. :)