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Eugene: A Great City for the Arts and Outdoors
Eugene's vibrant arts scene and outdoor activities make finding something fun to do here easy.Natural BeautyThe city's natural landscape makes it an excellent place to be outdoors. Situated between two mountain ranges, winters in Eugene are the perfect time for skiers and snowboarders to hit the slopes, or for those who prefer icy team sports there is also an outdoor hockey rink.During the mild spring and summer months, Eugene residents take to the streets either biking, walking or running... Read More »
Eugene Pets Collect Treats
Gourmet pet boutiques and gourmand pet owners flourish in Eugene. Also flourishing in the city is the ever-popular Oregon Truffle Festival, but little do festival-goers know that the delectable delicacies would be impossible to find without the help of our four-legged friends. Expert trainers run a truffle-hunting seminar for curious dogs and owners to try their hand (or paw) at finding the hidden truffles – the only class of its kind in the nation. While the owners get to enjoy the... Read More »
Fun Things To Do in Eugene, OR
Eugene, OR residents and visitors have no problem staying busy. With a variety of shows to see and recreational activities to try, there's plenty of fun to be had in Eugene.
1. Dress up and attend a ballet or opera at the Hult Center for the Performing Arts.
2. Learn to fence with the Eugene Fencers Club, which meets at Rooservelt Middle School.
3. Shop and eat at Eugene's Saturday Market. The market is open every Saturday, rain or shine, from April through mid-November.
4. Taste your way... Read More »
Eugene, OR Golf Courses Challenge all Skill Levels
A number of distinctive golf sites are available to low-handicappers and duffers alike in the Eugene-Springfield area. In fact‚ one golf course isn’t even called a course. It’s a campus.
RiverRidge Golf Campus in Eugene features a covered driving range‚ a regulation 18-hole golf course‚ a par-3 nine-hole course and a nine-hole executive course – all in the same complex.
“We offer golfers the option of hitting a bucket of balls‚ playing a quick... Read More »
Eugene Parks and Recreation Programs Keep Residents Active
Eugene is often regarded as one of the healthiest cities in the United States, and there are dozens of good reasons for that lofty distinction.
The City of Eugene Parks and Open Space Department oversees nearly 50 recreation programs that can be used and enjoyed by residents of all ages. That enjoyment can begin at the earliest ages with city-sponsored kids programs such as KinderKarate, Gym Tumblers, MusiKids, modern dance and ballet. There are also more than 25 sports programs available for... Read More »
Go Kayaking, Rock Climbing and More in Eugene
Eugene is about as well situated as a place can be for lovers of the great outdoors.
Within a drive of an hour or two‚ one can choose from the ocean‚ rivers‚ lakes‚ dunes‚ mountains‚ deserts‚ rain forests or volcanoes for a variety of recreational options. No kidding – the options are that vast.
“We’re really close to nature,” says Kathy Madison, marketing and public information manager for the city’s library, recreation and cultural services department. “One of the things about this county, is... Read More »
