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Taj Morgan, Director of Content Strategy
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Taj Barnhart Morgan

Taj Barnhart Morgan is the Director of Content Strategy for Travel Lane County. A journalism graduate from the University of Oregon, Taj has two decades of special event management and hospitality marketing experience in San Diego, CA and Maui, HI. Passionate about mothering, and back to her Oregon roots, she is discovering the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region all over again through the eyes of her daughter.

A 10 Mural Walking Tour in Cottage Grove

The Cottage Grove mural walking tour is an easy self-guided tour you can do in one day. Ten spectacular murals adorn the sides of buildings throughout Cottage Grove's downtown historic district, telling Cottage Grove's story through early settlement, the gold rush and then discovery by Hollywood…

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How to Road Trip to Oakridge Without a Car

This is a renowned mountain biking destination, but Oakridge-Westfir is also excellent for fishing, birding, hiking, snowshoeing and sightseeing. Follow the Middle Fork of the Willamette River up into the mountains on a picturesque journey passing farmland, lakes, historic covered bridges and old…

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Short Hikes with Big Rewards

Want that dramatic, far-as-the-eye-can-see view without having to travel as far as the eye can see? That breathtaking, awe-inspiring punch of nature that's just a few steps away? That stunning marvel that feels like it's in the middle of nowhere without being hard to reach? Here are a few trails…

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Popular Water Skiing Lakes

Do you feel the need for speed? We've compiled a list of some of the best places for powerboats, water skiing, wakeboarding, tubing and jet-skiing around the Eugene area. Launch your motorboat from one of the boat ramps at these speedboat-friendly lakes. Be sure to check with parks and marinas…

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Junction City Wine Country

The northern stretch of the popular "Territorial Wine Trail" winds through the Lower Long Tom AVA in Junction City. This corner of the Willamette Valley's wine country is known for its scenic countryside and agricultural farmlands. Gentle rolling hills dotted with sheep and vineyards are framed by…

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Outside Summer Dining

Summer is the best time for outdoor dining. Pull up your seat under a shady umbrella or soak up the sun directly if that is more your style. Here is a list of our favorite restaurant patios for al fresco dining. Sidewalk Dining These urban restaurants provide the perfect seats for watching the world…

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How to Road Trip to Veneta Without a Car

Take a ramble out to Veneta, just outside Eugene. You can explore here even if you don't have a car by hoping on the bus! Lane Transit District (LTD) operates Route 93 to Veneta from west Eugene on a daily schedule. On the weekdays this runs morning, afternoon and evening and on the weekends it is…

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Best Local Barbecue

The best local barbecue can be found at these BBQ joints around Eugene - Springfield. From paper plates and picnic tables to comfortable southern-style craft breweries, enjoy delicious eat-with-your-fingers comfort food. Here, it's okay to make a mess when it tastes this good. Eugene Bill & Tim's…

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Take Home Eugene

Take home memories, photos and stories from your Eugene visit — and bring your family and friends that missed out on the trip, a special gift unique to Eugene! Here is a list of the best and most popular mementos to take home as souvenirs and gifts. 1. Tie Dye Anything tie-dye from a t-shirt to…

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Whale Watching at Sea Lion Caves
: Melanie Ryan Griffin

Visit the Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center in downtown Eugene. Find information on things to do and see in Lane County, purchase park passes and locally-made gifts and souvenirs, and…