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Obsidian is a volcanic glass formed when felsic lava cools rapidly, minimizing crystal growth. Historically it has been used for weapons, tools and even a surgical edge. When processed correctly, obsidian will provide a long lasting very sharp edge. You… read more Obsidian Volcanic Glass

Yes, there are zebra in Oregon. Not in the wild, but they are here… I felt that this photograph was too nice to exclude from the website here. Taken at the 600 acre/243 hectare non-profit “Wildlife Safari” drive through game… read more A Damara Zebra?

Olallie Lake is a high mountain lake in the Mt. Hood National Forest with a great view of Mt. Jefferson. It is a nice semi-rustic getaway. There is a small primitive resort with a general store and ten cabins. Rowboats,… read more Olallie Lake

A low tide, Qochax Island looks like a rock monster emerging from the ocean from this viewpoint at Sunset Beach. Sunset Beach is at Sunset Bay State Park, which is adjacent to Shore Acres State Park, SE of North Bend/Coos… read more Qochax Island and Sunset Beach

Similar in name only, to the Crater Lake in the National Park in southern Oregon. Little Crater Lake is not in a crater and is not volcanic in origin. It was formed by an artesian well forcing its way through… read more Little Crater Lake

Among pinnipeds (the class/clade for seals), only the walrus and two species of elephant seal are larger than the Stellar Sea Lion. Adult females weigh in at 530–770 lbs/240–350 kg, while the males range from 990–2,470 lbs/450–1,120 kg. They are also a great comeback… read more Stellar Sea Lions

Sparks Lake is one of my favorite parts of the state. If I lived nearby, I would be there “too much”, if that is a thing. The lake is one of several in Oregon that does not have a visible… read more Sparks Lake

Located on the Southern Oregon Coast, 13 miles (21 km) south of Coos Bay, features five acres of gardens. A rose test garden, a Japanese lilly pond, formal English gardens and so much more. The rocks at the shoreline project into the… read more Shore Acres State Park

This was taken along the Mosier Twin Tunnel Trail just outside of Hood River, Oregon. This “trail” is part of the conversion of some remnants of the Historic Columbia River Highway to a bicycle & pedestrian path. You can travel through the twin tunnels… read more Gold Star

The 620 foot / 189 meter falls are visible from Interstate Hwy-84. A parking area for the falls actually lies between the east and west bound lanes of the freeway. The falls are actually two falls, 542 ft/165m upper fall… read more Multnomah Falls

The Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge, located just off of I-5 south of Salem, is home to over 200 bird species. The refuge is over 1,700 acres/6.9 sq km dedicated to bird habitat. The refuge consist of several natural ponds and… read more Great Blue Heron

This little crab was spotted at the Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area just north of Newport on the central Oregon coast. Mature these crabs measure about 2 in/5cm across. Download SD Wallpaper Location via Google Maps