hood river county: Views from The Hood - 12/04/08 09:59 AM
Looking West from The Delta
Beautiful Mt. Hood
The Hood River meets the Columbia
The Hood River Bridge crosses into Klickitat County, Washington
The view from Ruthton Park
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hood river county: Discover Hood River, Oregon - 10/22/08 09:16 PM
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hood river county: Hood River homes for sale - 10/19/08 12:21 PM
These fine homes are for sale in Hood River. Follow the links to see flyers with more info on each one.
636 Hunter Rd. Hood River, Oregon
1460 Country Club Rd. Hood River, Oregon
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hood river county: Hood River Real Estate-homes up to $300,000 - 10/17/08 05:41 PM
These are the single family homes up to $300,000 currently listed in Hood River as of October 17, 2008
Disclaimer: I assume no responsibilty for accuracy of information provided within this post and blog. The entries on this blog are based on the opinions and ideas of the
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hood river county: Columbia River Gorge Counties - 10/08/08 09:07 AM
There are five counties in the Columbia River Gorge area in Oregon and Washington. Here are the county websites for each of these five counties. You may find helpful and specific information for the county you are interested in.
OREGON COUNTIES
Multnomah County
Hood River County
Wasco County
WASHINGTON COUNTIES
Skamania County
Klickitat
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hood river county: Hood River SWCD Tree and Shrub Sale 2009 - 10/07/08 02:31 PM
The Hood River SWCD (Soil & Water Conservation District) has native trees and shrubs for sale every spring. They offer a large variety of native conifers, deciduous trees and shrubs. These are bareroot seedlings that are 1-2 years old. They are delivered to the SWCD in Hood River in early spring. If you
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hood river county: Columbia Gorge Sales Overview September 2008 - 10/01/08 12:46 AM
Here's the combined sales of single family homes for the entire Columbia Gorge Region: Hood River & Wasco Counties in Oregon Klickitat & Skamania Counties in Washington. These are the cities and towns reporting sales. These sales are only LISTED sales not FSBO's or unlisted sales. There was a total of 51
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hood river county: Hood River County Sales- September 2008 - 10/01/08 12:21 AM
Here's the latest sales data from the RMLS. This includes listed property sales only-no FSBO's. There were 19 total sales for the month of Sept 2008 for Hood River County.
Hood River/City- 12 single family home sales- $210,000, $273,000, $290,000, $315,889, $319,000, $345,000, $350,000, $380,000, $400,000, $675,000, and $855,000
Hood River/Westside-2 single family home sales- $260,000 and
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hood river county: Rasmussen Farms - 09/22/08 09:43 PM
Rasmussen Farms is located at 3020 Thomsen Road off of Hwy 35 just 6 miles south of Hood River. Rasmussen farms has been a family owned and operated farm since 1945. Every year Pumpkin Funland has displays, a corn maze, and other activities for the kids. You can buy u-pick pumpkins, other
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hood river county: Hood River Harvest Festival - 09/20/08 09:56 PM
The 24th Annual Hood River Harvest Festival is coming! It will be held Oct. 17-18-19, 2008 at the Hood River Expo Center, just off I84, exit #63
Did you know: The 15,000 acres of orchards in the Hood River Valley produce nearly 50% of the entire nations winter pear crop.
The Hood River
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hood river county: 18th Annual Delta Kappa Home Tour - 09/17/08 08:23 PM
There will be 7 fine Hood River Homes featured in the 18th Annual Delta Kappa Home Tour on Sept. 28, 2008 from 1-5 pm. This year the proceeds of the home tour will go to the new Hood River Waterfront Park. You can get your tickets for $10.00 at Waucoma Bookstore
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hood river county: Vintage Auto Tour & Car Show Sept 20, 2008 - 09/17/08 08:01 PM
I think this sounds like fun. I wanted to see this last year but wasn't able to make it, so maybe this Saturday. This event begins and ends at the History Museum of Hood River County which is located at 300 E. Port Marina Drive. There will be two routes this year
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hood river county: Pear Party - Apple Express - Pumpkin Funland - 09/15/08 09:47 PM
Al these are upcoming events at Rasmussen Farms located at 3020 Thomsen Rd. 6 miles south of Hood River off of Hwy 35.
Pear Party-Sept. 20-21, 2008- There will be 14 kinds of pears, pear cider, pear pie, recipes, live music from 1-3
Apple Express-Sept 27-28, 2008- Many varieties of apples to sample. Famous aebleskivers
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hood river county: GORGE SALE PENDING UPDATE-Sept 2008 - 09/14/08 09:31 PM
As of Sept 15, 2008 there are currently 85 homes sale pending and 29 unimproved lots/lands sale pending in the Gorge.
Skamania County-Total 14: single family homes-5 cabin on leased land-2 unimproved lots/land-7
Klickitat County-Total-34: single family homes-13 manufactured homes-4 condo-1 cabin on leased land-3 unimproved lots/land-13
Hood River County-Total-36: single family homes-27 condos-3 townhomes-1
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hood river county: Art Sculpture in Hood River - 09/07/08 01:03 PM
I noticed these large metal art sculptures on my walk near the new Hood River Waterfront Park yesterday. They are rather interesting to look at. They were created by cjrdesignstudio.
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hood river county: Summer in the gorge - 09/06/08 08:49 PM
Even though it's now September it has still been feeling like summer in the Gorge. Here are some pictures of Hood River's new Water Front Park. It has been a popular spot this weekend with the sandy beach and warm weather.
Stevenson, Washington is another fun place to visit in the gorge.
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hood river county: Hood River First Friday Sept 5, 2008 - 09/04/08 09:39 AM
This Friday is First Friday in Hood River again. Here are some of the happenings planned at various businesses downtown.
The Pines 1852 Tasting Room- Music by Cashcow, Art by painter Siv Lavelle
Red Feather Mercantile-Artist Julie Ueland, bluegrass music by Spring Creek, Cathedral Ridge Wines
Small planet Trading- demonstrations
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hood river county: Cascade Locks Festival of Nations 2008 - 09/02/08 07:53 PM
Saturday and Sunday, September 27-28, 2008 the 4th Annual Festival of Nations and 10K Salmon Run will be held in Cascade Locks at the Marine Park. Entertainment will include Warm Springs dancers performing ancient dances that few have seen, Korean drummers and dancers, and Hispanic dancers plus more. Learn about Gorge
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hood river county: Hood River-a great place to live or visit - 08/24/08 04:40 PM
Hood River's Recreation. There is so much to do in and near Hood River. From windsurfing, kiteboarding, mountain biking, kayaking, snowboarding, skiing, hiking, you name it we've probably got it. Hood River is known for it's outdoor and sports minded lifestyle.
Arts and Music. Hood River seems to be a hub for festivals and
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hood river county: Hood River Waterfront Park - 08/20/08 02:24 PM
The new waterfront park in Hood River is now open. There will be a Grand Opening Party Saturday Aug. 23, 2008 from 4-7pm to celebrate. The park is located on the Columbia River between te shoreline and Portway Avenue. The new 6.6 acre park has a beach, trails, native landscaping, and lawns will
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hood river county: HISTORIC HOOD RIVER HOMES fOR SALE - 08/13/08 03:02 PM
Disclaimer: I assume no responsibilty for accuracy of information provided within this post and blog. Many entries on this blog are based on the opinions and ideas of the author and are provided without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied.
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hood river county: Designer Hood River Home - 08/07/08 01:55 PM
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hood river county: Columbia Gorge Farmer's Markets - 07/31/08 11:00 PM
There are many opportunities to buy fresh local grown produce in the Columbia River Gorge. Here are some of the markets selling food direct from the farmers and growers. This time of year you can buy berries, cherries, vegetables, lettuce, melons, and more, often organic too.
The Dalles Farmer's Market- Wednesdays
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hood river county: Columbia Gorge Sales Overview July 2008 - 07/31/08 09:38 AM
Now for a combined look at sales for the entire Columbia Gorge Region in July 2008. Here are the cities and towns reporting sales. Starting from west to east.
Stevenson-1 sale
Carson-2 sales
White Salmon-5 sales
Snowden- 1 sale
Northwestern Lake- 1 sale
Hood River- 13 sales
Hood River/westside-3 sales
Odell-1 sale
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hood river county: Hood River County Home Sales July 2008 - 07/31/08 12:27 AM
Here's the latest sales data from the RMLS. This includes only listed property sales, not FSBO's. There were 19 total sales for the month of July 2008 for Hood River County. This is slightly up from 13 total sales in Hood River County in June 2008.
Hood River/City- 3 sales-condo- Listed-$175,000-Sold-$170,000 2 bd 2 ba DOM 268 Listed-$170,000-
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hood river county: FIRST FRIDAY AUGUST 1, 2008 - 07/30/08 10:08 AM
It's First Friday again in downtown Hood River. Here are some of the artists and musicians featured at various businesses. Sure to be a fun time as always.
2nd Wind Sports- Photography by Louie Buzas and Wanda Hill
Second and Oak Streets-Chigwaya teen marimba band 5-6:30 pm
5th Element Salon-Grand Opening-located
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hood river county: Movies in the Park 2008 - 07/27/08 07:21 PM
Here's the Hood River Movies in the Park schedule for 2008. The free movies are held at Jackson Park and begin at dusk. Bring a blanket to sit on and enjoy the free show.
June 28th Empire Strikes Back
July 5th The Sand Lot
July 12th Rocky
July 19th City Slickers
July 26th
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hood river county: Hood River Home for Sale - 07/23/08 10:34 PM
This is another beautiful home in the Stonegate neighborhood on Hood River's popular westside. Located at 4075 Stonegate Drive, this home has 2876 sq. ft. with so many extra's and custom features. Here's a partial list:
Gourmet high-end chef designed kitchen Music room with cherry cabinetry Designated Home Theater Room Oversized garage for lots of
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hood river county: Sunday walk in Hood River - 07/20/08 04:25 PM
Here are some pictures I took Sunday morning, July 20, 2008, in downtown Hood River. The summer season is here. There are many tourists in town. Today is the last day of the Gorge Games. This event has brought many people to town. I've been seeing license plates from many places
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hood river county: Hood River County-links & info - 07/15/08 02:52 PM
Here is a list I've compiled of helpful websites in Hood River County.
CASCADE LOCKS
City of Cascade Locks
Cascade Locks Visitor info
Port of Cascade Locks
HOOD RIVER
Hood River County Chamber of Commerce
City of Hood River
Hood River County
Hood River Valley Parks & Recreation
Port of Hood River
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hood river county: Gorge Games 2008 - 07/15/08 11:06 AM
The Gorge Games start this week. July 17-20, 2008.
The Gorge Games began in 1994 as one of the most exciting action and outdoor sports events in the Pacific Northwest. Many world class athletes come to compete in the events here in the gorge. Events are scheduled from Cascade Locks to The Dalles and on both sides
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hood river county: Hood River home for sale - 07/13/08 10:55 PM
$775,000 PRICE REDUCED TO $755,000. No stock plans here! We built this house in 2005. My husband custom designed this house specifically for the lot it sits on. The bottom level is built of ECO-Block (ICF-insulated concrete forms with radiant heat in the concrete floors) It is super energy efficient, strong, and quiet. The home has nearly
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hood river county: Localism-Hood River County - 07/13/08 10:07 PM
The new Localism site is being promoted as -the world's mosts complete neighborpedia- with information about community, real estate, and more including pictures, videos, maps, and blogs. You can search many towns and cities nationwide in the U.S. and Canada. You may find helpful information here for Hood River County, Oregon.
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hood river county: Columbia Gorge Community College-Hood River Campus - 07/13/08 11:04 AM
The new Indian Creek Campus of Columbia Gorge Community College in Hood River is nearing completion. The facility will be opening for students fall 2008. The Hood River campus has 13 classrooms, two high-tech labs and other learning spaces. The campus is located adjoining Indian Creek. The college will partner with the Hood River County Parks and
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hood river county: Gorge July 2008 Events - 07/08/08 11:12 AM
Here are some upcoming July events in the Gorge.
July 11 Rowena Wildlife Benefit Concert- this will be held at the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center in The Dalles at 6:30 pm This Event features a performance by Pacific Fado Ensemble-Traditional music from Portugul-mandolin, classical guitar, and vocals. There will also be appetizers,
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hood river county: Hood River County Fair 2008 - 07/07/08 05:45 PM
It's almost time again for the Hood River County Fair. The Fair will be held July 23-July 26, 2008 at the Hood River County Fairgrounds in Odell. The theme of this years fair is "Go Hog Wild"
Admission to the Fair is as follows:
Adults- $6.00 on Wed, Thur, Fri $8.00 on Saturday
Children-
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hood river county: Hood River Neighborhoods - 07/04/08 01:07 PM
If you are looking at moving to Hood River there are many neighborhoods to choose from. Here's a list with a brief overview of features, location, etc.
Old Downtown - This area in Hood River is basically from Wasco St. to Eugene St. east of 20th. There are many Historic homes in
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hood river county: A little color - 07/02/08 11:45 AM
After all my hopefully insightful and not too boring market data posts I thought I needed some color on the next page. Here are some recent pictures I took of different places around the Columbia River Gorge.
Waterfall on the Mosier Twin Tunnel Trail Looking across the Columbia to Bingen, WA
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hood river county: If You Ask Me... - 07/01/08 07:23 PM
If you ask me... now is a good time to buy a home in the gorge. There are a wide range of homes and properties to choose from. For all the buyers who have been waiting for home prices in the gorge, especially Hood River, to drop to pre-1999 levels, I think you might as
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hood river county: August Gorge Events-Oregon - 07/01/08 03:28 PM
Make your plans now for upcoming August Gorge events and activities.
August 8-9, 2008- Cruise the Gorge & Classic Car Show- The "Cruise in" is on Friday night in The Dalles, "Show in the Shade" will be held on Saturday. Visit www.thedalleschamber.com for more details
August 9, 2008- Pacific Crest Trail
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hood river county: Hood River County Sales June 2008 - 06/30/08 09:34 AM
Here's the latest sales data from the RMLS. This includes only listed property sales, not FSBO's. There were 13 total sales for the month of June 2008 for Hood River County. There were 18 total sales in Hood River County in May 2008.
Cascade Locks- 1 sale-manufactured home-Listed-$144,000-Sold-$140,000 2 bd 2ba DOM 83
Hood
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hood river county: Real Estate-ever changing - 06/29/08 04:28 PM
I began my real estate career in 1993. I have always liked houses and am very knowledgeable about construction. I thought real estate would be a good way to combine skills and be able to both build and sell. My husband is a contractor and we have built 7 new construction homes together,
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hood river county: Hood River is Hot - 06/29/08 02:28 PM
A scorcher of a day is on tap for Hood River and the Gorge. Temperatures are predicted to reach 105 degrees in Hood River and even higher in The Dalles. There is currently no wind in Hood River and the temperature continues to rise. Yesterday I was thinking back to those
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hood river county: July Gorge Events - Oregon - 06/27/08 08:54 AM
July 4, 2008- Hood River 4th of July Celebration - Annual 4th of July parade, Joe Kollas Memorial 7.4 mi Run/Walk, musical entertainment in Jackson Park, Home Run Derby followed by a ball game, then watch the fireworks over the river.
July 10-13, 2008- Rock & Gem Show- located in Cascade Locks
July 12, 2008-
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hood river county: Double Mountain View - 06/23/08 11:15 PM
I feel lucky to live in such a beautiful area of Oregon--Hood River in the Columbia River Gorge. Most days from many locations in Hood River there are not only mountain views, but double mountain views. Mt. Adams is located across the Columbia River in Washington State. Mt. Adams
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hood river county: Gorge Grown Farmers Market - 06/22/08 09:18 PM
The Gorge Grown Food Network Farmers Market is back! These weekly markets in Hood River are every Thursday during the summer from 4-7 at the Hood River Middle School on May St.(1602 May) At the market you can purchase farm fresh produce grown by local gorge farmers. The availability changes as
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hood river county: Community Garden Spots - 06/22/08 09:08 PM
Here's something that may be of interest if you live in Hood River and want to grow a garden but have no space or place for one. The Hood River Nazarene Church is offering FREE garden space for those who would like to grow their own garden. If you are interested in
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hood river county: Plays in the Park - 06/16/08 07:03 AM
This sounds like fun for the kids. Encore Performing Arts and Columbia River Bank are presenting FREE "Plays in the Park". "The Little Mermaid" and "Rumplestiltskin" are the plays that will be performed with audience participation.
Dates to remember are Saturday June 28 at Jackson Park in Hood River and
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hood river county: Beauty & Decadence - 06/12/08 10:52 PM
"Beauty & Decadence" English Lavender and Chocolate will be held June 21-22, 2008 at the Hood River Lavender Farms Located off Hwy 35 south of Hood River, Oregon. Here you can Upick over 70 varieties of Certified Organic lavender. A retail shop has many unique items available for sale. Open daily
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hood river county: Facts about Hood River County - 06/11/08 10:23 AM
Did you know ?
Hood River County was once a part of the nation's largest county-Wasco County
Hood River County was established as the thirty-fourth county in Oregon June 23, 1908 by passage of a statewide initiative
Hood River County today is the second smallest County in the state of Oregon
The size of
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hood river county: Fire Season is here - 06/11/08 08:13 AM
Fire season in Oregon typically begins in May or June and ends when the fall rains come. During fire season open burning may be prohibited and other burning restrictions may apply. To protect your home from fire danger you will want to keep a defensible space of 30-200 ft around your
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hood river county: Summer Sensations - 06/08/08 09:24 PM
Summer Sensations will be held at Rasmussen Farms in Hood River on June 14-15, 2008 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
The days activities include:
strawberry shortcake
Strawberry shot put & berry bubbles
4H farm animal petting area (10-3)
Ripe strawberries- U pick or we pick
Live music at noon.
Rasmussen Farms is easy
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hood river county: FIRST FRIDAY June 6, 2008 - 06/06/08 10:58 AM
It's First Friday again in Hood River. Here's what's happening this evening around town. This months First Friday is featuring Glass artists.
Apple Green Home & Garden- Glass artist-Ruth McColley
At Home on Oak- Glass art by Cynthia Morgan
Big Horse Brew Pub- Music by Cynthia Yoshida
Book Stop- Medieval Re-enactment,
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hood river county: Sternwheeler Days-Cascade Locks-June 27-29, 2008 - 06/05/08 02:16 PM
The annual Sternwheeler Days festival will be held in Cascade Locks on June 27-29, 2008 This annual event includes arts and crafts vendors, music, food, and a parade through downtown Cascade Locks. Cascade Locks is located about 20 miles west of Hood River in Hood River County. It is the home
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hood river county: RUSTIC MEETS MODERN - 06/03/08 10:28 AM
Rustic meets modern in this Dutch Colonial log home located in Hood River's desirable westside area. Situated on over an acre this home has been meticulously restored top to bottom, inside and out with much attention to detail. All new: 50 yr roof, FA gas furnace and gas water heater, electrical, insulation,
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hood river county: Gorge sunset - 06/02/08 11:34 PM
Driving home from a listing appointment Saturday I had to stop and take a picture of this amazingly beautiful sunset. It was an enjoyable gift at the end of the day.
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hood river county: Kiteboarding in the Gorge - 05/31/08 01:31 PM
Kiteboarding & windsurfing are two sports that draw many people to Hood River and the gorge. We have excellent wind conditions for sailing here for much of the year. This video shows some of the action on the Columbia in Hood River and the gorge. I hope you enjoy.
Disclaimer:
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hood river county: Hood River County Library - 05/30/08 09:29 PM
The Hood River County Library is located at 502 State St. in Hood River. The library, constructed of red brick, was built in the spring of 1914 with a fund of $17,500 secured from the Carnegie Library fund. The library standing as it does among a grove of ancient oak trees, is a source
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hood river county: GORGE WINDFEST 2008 - 05/27/08 11:21 AM
GORGE WINDFEST 2008 is COMING June 28-29 at The Event Site in Hood River, Oregon
This will be a windsurfing demo weekend. At the annual Gorge Windfest you'll be able to demo the latest gear all weekend. This popular event is hosted by the Columbia Gorge Windsurfing Association (CGWA). You'll find
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hood river county: 1460 Country Club Rd. Hood River Oregon 97031 - 05/27/08 10:55 AM
$585,000 RUSTIC MEETS MODERN LOG HOME on 1+acre
This home has been meticulously restored including the following new: patio, roof, skylights, gas furnace, septic system, electrical, drywall, paint, bathrooms, kitchen with tile and top of the line appliances, refinished wood floors, refinished exterior log siding and new cedar shingles on gable
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hood river county: McAllister Photography - 05/25/08 03:10 PM
My daughter Sarah is graduating next week with a degree in Applied Science & Photography. She is an excellent photographer and is available now to clients in the gorge for engagements, weddings, senior portraits, family pictures, and more. She has a unique style, loves photographing people and is able to capture personality well. You can view some of her recent work
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hood river county: CRAFT & DESIGN - 05/24/08 11:28 PM
One newer business in Hood River is CRAFT & DESIGN COMPONENTS FOR LIVING It is located at 110 Third St. Craft & Design is a subsidiary of Maritime Services Corporation. They are specializing in custom case millwork, cabinets, green cabinets, flooring, countertops and sustainable building materials. They also offer professional interior design and consultation. Some of
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hood river county: Coffee in Hood River - 05/23/08 10:35 PM
There are many places to get coffee in Hood River. Here are the locations and info on some when you need a cup of coffee or espresso.
Acre Organic Coffeehouse 1235 State St. Hood River, OR 541-387-2273
Dog River Coffee 411 Oak St. Hood River, OR 541-386-4502 www.dogrivercoffee.com
Doppio Coffee 310 Oak St
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hood river county: The Ruddy Duck - 05/23/08 04:24 PM
The Ruddy Duck is a newer family owned department store located at 504 Oak St. in downtown Hood River. This store carries a wide variety of men's and women's clothing, accessories, shoes, furniture, and gifts. The store offers many products that are created environmentally responsibly from organic fibers such as hemp, bamboo,
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hood river county: Hood River Classic June 11-15, 2008 - 05/23/08 03:14 PM
It's time again for The Hood River Classic "A" rated Hunter/Jumper Horse Show.
The show continues as a benefit for the now Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital Foundation. The Classic draws more than 400 top hunters and jumpers from the Western United States and Canada. There will be continuous competition in
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hood river county: SPRING in HOOD RIVER - 05/20/08 04:59 PM
Spring has come to Hood River County. I took these pictures yesterday in my Hood River Neighborhood of Stonegate. Things are blooming and leafing out all over town. There are many things to do in Hood River in the spring time. Here's a list of some ideas.
Go for a
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hood river county: Gorge Lodging Options- Washington - 05/20/08 11:27 AM
If you are planning a trip to The Gorge and need a place to stay here are some options for Skamania and Klickitat counties in Washington.
Skamania County, WA
Skamania Lodge
Carson Mineral Springs Resort
Columbia Gorge Riverside Lodge
Econo Lodge
Sandhill Cottages
Bonneville Hot Springs Resort
Carson Ridge Cabins
Klickitat
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hood river county: Gorge Hikes in May - 05/19/08 05:05 PM
Here are some upcoming hikes sponsored by Friends of the Gorge
Sunday, May 25, 2008 Pacific Crest Trail Hike the Pacific Crest Trail from Cascade Locks to Herman Creek Campground. This hike is about 6 miles with an elevation gain of 1000 ft. This is a woodsy walk with great views and
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hood river county: Hood River Saturday Market - 05/14/08 11:03 AM
The season for Hood River Saturday Market has begun. There are many locally made and grown items available at the market which is open Saturdays from 9-3 in the parking lot at 5th and Columbia in Hood River. You can get your flower and garden starts here. Many beautiful plants will
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hood river county: Parks in Hood River - 05/13/08 05:17 PM
There are plenty of nice parks in the city of Hood River. Here's a list of some of the city parks.
Jackson Park is located off May St. and 13th. This park has a large stage where the families in the park music concerts, as well as other events are held. There are
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hood river county: Mid May Market Trends Hood River County - 05/13/08 11:40 AM
Good News! The market is picking up. So far in the month of May 2008 in Hood River County we have the following statistics per RMLS listing data. I have had more showings and seen more people out and about looking in my Hood River neighborhood.
Current homes sold to date
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hood river county: 3 Flowers Healing - 05/13/08 09:54 AM
We have a wide range of small businesses here in the Gorge. One unique company that began here is
3 Flowers Healing located in Hood River, Oregon. Camilla Blossom-Flower Whisperer & Nature Channel, Vibrational Energy Healer, Medicine Woman: Maker of the Columbia River Gorge Flower Essences
Camilla is a
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hood river county: GORGE CAMPGROUNDS - 05/12/08 08:50 PM
Camping season will be here shortly. Here are some campgrounds located in the gorge.
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hood river county: Mt Hood National Forest - New Deal 75th Anniversary - 05/11/08 05:12 PM
Saturday May 31, 2008 marks the 75th Anniversary of the New Deal legislation of the 1930's which enabled numerous historic facilities on Mt. Hood to be built. These include Timberline Lodge, Forest Service ranger stations, FIre lookouts, hiking trails and campgrounds. Many of these facilities are still in operation today and
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hood river county: Historic Hood River Home - 05/08/08 08:15 PM
I have always admired this historic home on East Prospect St. in Hood River. I don't know the history behind it but it has so much curb appeal and a beautiful setting at the end of a dead end st. with lovely views all around. It is located on the east
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hood river county: ROV-Ride around Our Valley-bike ride - 05/07/08 07:50 PM
Saturday May 10, 2008 a free public bike ride is planned for Hood River County. The "ROV"-"Ride around Our Valley" route is mostly on low-traffic back roads and people can ride any length of the route desired. The entire route is 48 miles, with some hill climbing and goes from Hood
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hood river county: THE GORGE GAMES ARE BACK - 05/02/08 09:46 PM
The Gorge Games which originally began in 1994 and were discontinued for several years will be back this summer. The dates are July 17-20, 2008. Events are scheduled from Cascade Locks to The Dalles. There will be events held on both the Washington and Oregon sides of the Columbia River. Scheduled events include:
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hood river county: FIRST FRIDAY MAY 2, 2008 - 05/01/08 10:39 AM
FIRST FRIDAY is back in Hood River on Friday, May 2, 2008. This is also the weekend for the first Columbia Gorge Fiddle Contest and there will be fiddlers playing downtown to start off the First Friday celebration. The fiddlers will be playing until around 7 pm. Art and artists for
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hood river county: Columbia Gorge Sales overview April 2008 - 04/30/08 10:34 PM
Now for a combined look at sales for the entire Columbia Gorge Region in April 2008. Here are the cities and towns reporting sales. Starting from west to east.
Stevenson-2 sales
North Bonneville-1 sale
Unicorporated North-1 sale
White Salmon-5 sales
Hood River-9 sales
Hood River/westside-3 sales
Odell-2 sales
Parkdale-1 sale
Husum-1
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hood river county: SALES HOOD RIVER COUNTY APRIL 2008 - 04/29/08 10:54 PM
Here are the sales in Hood River County for the month of April 2008. This information is taken from the RMLS-Regional Multiple Listing Service. TOTAL HOME SALES APRIL 2008 HOOD RIVER COUNTY- 10 sales Cascade Locks- 0 Sales Hood River/City-1 sale Manufactured Home-listed for $205,000 Sold for $210,000 DOM-191 days 5 sales-Single Family Homes-
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hood river county: Columbia River Gorge, OR & WA PHOTOS - 04/29/08 03:42 PM
The Columbia River Gorge is a beautiful area of Oregon and Washington separated by the Mighty Columbia River. There is a vast difference in climate and landscape from West to East in the gorge. The West end of the Gorge starts at Troutdale, east of Portland, OR and Washougal, east of Vancouver, WA. Here
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hood river county: Hood River, OR PHOTOS - 04/28/08 04:49 PM
I took these pictures yesterday around Hood River. It was feeling like spring and a nice morning for a walk through town, past the Veteran's Memorial fountain, Stratton Gardens and up the 2nd St. stairs then back downtown. Mike's Ice Cream-a popular Hood River spot-was looking colorful. I tried to take pictures of
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hood river county: Youth Fishing Clinic - 04/26/08 01:02 PM
On May 17, 2008 the Hood River USDA Forest Service will be hosting a Youth Fishing Clinic from 8 am to 1 pm at the Middle Fork Irrigation Pond. This event is FREE and there will be instruction, drawings, prizes, crafts, food and drinks for children age 13 and under. Any
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hood river county: Gorge Real Estate Recap - 04/25/08 07:18 AM
I have been following the real estate market here in the gorge since 1985 when we bought our first home in Stevenson, WA for $23,000. Granted, it was a true fixer with not even a foundation, but it had potential. It was perfect for a young, ambitious family and the payments
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hood river county: 636 Hunter Rd. Hood River Oregon 97031 - 04/23/08 01:53 PM
This home is located in East Stonegate just west of town in Hood River Oregon. Stonegate is a unique planned unit development with CCR's, architectural guidelines, nature trails, a habitat conservation area, common green spaces & parks, trees and privacy. My husband designed this home specifically for the lot it sits on. We
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hood river county: The Gorge White House - 04/21/08 11:39 PM
The Gorge White House was built in 1910. The architectural style is Dutch Colonial Revival which was popular from 1890-1915. Some of the characteristics of this style include the gambrel roof, oval windows with keystones, attic windows, transoms, dentils at the cornice, screened porch, balconies, leaded beveled glass, fluted porch columns,
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hood river county: CUSTOM HOME under construction - 04/21/08 11:15 PM
This is a beautiful totally custom home that is currently under construction near where I live in Hood River. This home is built with so much attention to detail it is amazing. The beams were locally cut and stained before they were installed. The windows are wood clad top of the line.
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hood river county: Historic Pine Grove Methodist Church - 04/20/08 08:13 PM
The Pine Grove Methodist Church was built in Pine Grove about 5 miles south of Hood River in 1907. The church first began in 1879 when three men and their families met to organize a Sunday School. In 1882 land was donated for a school house which was made of logs and the
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hood river county: SPRING PLANT SALE-MAY 10 - 04/19/08 11:08 PM
The Annual Spring Plant Sale by the OSU Master Gardner Program will be held on May 10 from 9 am -3 pm. It will be held in the Learning Garden at the OSU Extension Office in Hood River at 2990 Experiment Station Road. There will be herbs, flowers, shrubs, vegetables, and
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hood river county: Hood River Blossom Festival April 19-20 2008 - 04/17/08 05:35 PM
This weekend is the 54th annual Hood River Blossom Festival. You can follow the Hood River Tour Route signs which begin on Hwy 35. This driving tour is 45 miles long and will take about 1.5 hours, without any stops. Blossom Festival usually means a driving tour to view the orchards
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hood river county: EARTH DAY EVENTS 2008 - 04/16/08 12:13 PM
Earth Day will be celebrated April 19-20. Here is a list of activities planned in the gorge for Earth Day. Saturday April 19-The Columbia Gorge Earth Center in Hood River presents an Earth Day celebration and fund raiser with a 5K/10K Fun Run. This will be combined with a "Procession of the
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hood river county: Columbia River Gorge Wildflowers - 04/14/08 04:11 PM
There are many wildflowers that bloom in the Columbia River Gorge. Some of the flowers are easy to recognize like balsam root and lupine. The blooming begins in March and as the season warms continues to change. There is a diversity in the flowers that bloom due to the gorge's two distinct
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hood river county: WILLOW PONDS Development - 04/13/08 10:58 PM
Willow Ponds is a newer PUD(Planned Unit Development) located in Hood River on 20 acres just west of town. In the Willow Ponds neighborhood about 30% of the land is designated to open space. There are views of both Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams, as well as the gorge hills of Washington &
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hood river county: Hood River Solar Village - 04/04/08 09:07 PM
I have been watching this development getting started on Belmont St. in Hood River and now I know what it is. It is called Hood River Solar Village and the development plans to build eight all electric energy producing homes designed to run off the power of the sun. The homes are
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hood river county: Market Trends Hood River County March 2008 - 03/28/08 09:12 PM
Here are the latest sales for Hood River County for March 2008 compiled from the RMLS-Regional Multiple Listing Service. Sales for the first quarter of 2008 Hood River County are down compared to 2007 sales for the first quarter. January/2008-7 sales February/2008-9 sales and March/2008-7 sales Compared to Sales in Hood River
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hood river county: SPRING IS HERE! really? - 03/28/08 11:48 AM
This is what I woke up to in Hood River Oregon this morning-March 28, 2008. It's hard to believe it is actually spring because it looks pretty much like winter to me. I don't think I've ever seen snow so late in the season in this part of Oregon, Bend maybe
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hood river county: Cottage Housing - 03/27/08 09:52 AM
Some recent housing projects in Hood River have been built by Mike Kitts of Cottage Housing, LLC I just saw an ad in the Hood River News-3/26/08 issue for homes on Sunderland Lane and also homes on The Heights in Hood River starting at $239,000. This is a great price for a new
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hood river county: Out and About in Hood River County - 03/19/08 10:52 PM
Here are some sights out and about in Hood River which is located 59 miles East of Portland, Oregon in the Columbia River Gorge. The population in the City of Hood River is about 6,000 with a total of 20,411 population in all of Hood River County. The communities in Hood River County
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hood river county: Hood River construction - 03/19/08 09:11 PM
I noticed these buildings under construction recently in Hood River on Selkirk Ln off of Sierra Ln which is a new road off of Rand Rd. I'm not sure what the story is on this development but they are certainly squeezed tightly onto small lots. Very vertical construction is what I have been
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hood river county: A WALK ON THE DELTA - 03/10/08 11:15 PM
Here are some pictures I took from the Hood River Delta Sunday March 9, 2008. This was actually the first time I had a chance to go explore the Delta. It was an enjoyable adventure, a great place to take a walk with a feeling of being in the river. I
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