Oregonians are quite a varied bunch, but for the most part we’re very agreeable and kind. From working hard to appreciating the beauty of nature, here are 14 things that make Oregonians such wonderful folks:
- They appreciate nature.
flickr/ Michael Matti If there’s one thing all Oregonians have in common, it’s a shared admiration for the Beaver State’s natural beauty.
- They work hard…
flickr/ Oregon State University Whether it’s behind a desk, in a field, or at an easel, Oregonians know the value of hard work.
- … but they take time to relax, too.
flickr/ David Berry We also know the value of spending time relaxing and rejuvenating.
- They’re unique.
flickr/ Thomas Hawk Oregonians are not afraid to be themselves and let their freak flag fly.
- They take long walks on the beach.
flickr/ Jesse Millan No, really. The Oregon coast is absolutely gorgeous, and most of us love to take a stroll along the shore whenever we get the chance.
- They know all the best hidden gems…
flickr/ Thomas Shahan Swimming holes, hikes, waterfalls, secret beaches, you name it. Especially when summer time comes around, we know all the best spots to check out, and we also love to discover new ones.
- … and all the best restaurants!
flickr/ David Wright Oregon has so much delicious food, it’s actually hard to go wrong.
- They’re friendly.
flickr/ morgan cain We like to take the time to smile at each other, get to know each other, and foster strong communities.
- They’re talented.
flickr/ Ian Sane Here in Oregon, we’re known for our many quirks and talents, whether it’s playing music, writing, cooking, inventing, kite flying, etc.
- They support local farms.
flickr/ jpellgen Not to mention, our local farms grow AMAZING produce.
- They have awesome festivals.
flickr/ Aaron Hockley There’s a rose festival, a grape stomping festival, beer festivals, a Shakespeare festival, and so many more; Oregonians love to celebrate the things they care about. Here’s a photo from the Tigard Balloon Festival.
- They’re environmentally conscious.
flickr/ J Oregonians care about the environment and do what they can to help protect it by recycling, composing, and reducing their carbon footprint.
- They take the time to admire the sunset.
flickr/ Bureau of Land Management Oregon and Washington It may seem like a small gesture, but taking the time every day to appreciate the beauty of the world makes a big difference in people’s lives and outlook.
- They’re adventurous.
flickr/ Michael Matti Oregonians are always up for an adventure, especially if it leads somewhere beautiful.
What else makes people from Oregon so very special?
flickr/ Michael Matti
If there’s one thing all Oregonians have in common, it’s a shared admiration for the Beaver State’s natural beauty.
flickr/ Oregon State University
Whether it’s behind a desk, in a field, or at an easel, Oregonians know the value of hard work.
flickr/ David Berry
We also know the value of spending time relaxing and rejuvenating.
flickr/ Thomas Hawk
Oregonians are not afraid to be themselves and let their freak flag fly.
flickr/ Jesse Millan
No, really. The Oregon coast is absolutely gorgeous, and most of us love to take a stroll along the shore whenever we get the chance.
flickr/ Thomas Shahan
Swimming holes, hikes, waterfalls, secret beaches, you name it. Especially when summer time comes around, we know all the best spots to check out, and we also love to discover new ones.
flickr/ David Wright
Oregon has so much delicious food, it’s actually hard to go wrong.
flickr/ morgan cain
We like to take the time to smile at each other, get to know each other, and foster strong communities.
flickr/ Ian Sane
Here in Oregon, we’re known for our many quirks and talents, whether it’s playing music, writing, cooking, inventing, kite flying, etc.
flickr/ jpellgen
Not to mention, our local farms grow AMAZING produce.
flickr/ Aaron Hockley
There’s a rose festival, a grape stomping festival, beer festivals, a Shakespeare festival, and so many more; Oregonians love to celebrate the things they care about. Here’s a photo from the Tigard Balloon Festival.
flickr/ J
Oregonians care about the environment and do what they can to help protect it by recycling, composing, and reducing their carbon footprint.
flickr/ Bureau of Land Management Oregon and Washington
It may seem like a small gesture, but taking the time every day to appreciate the beauty of the world makes a big difference in people’s lives and outlook.
Oregonians are always up for an adventure, especially if it leads somewhere beautiful.
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