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My dream Memorial Day weekend
David Clewett
Issue date: 5/23/08 Section: Forum
Memorial Day weekend is just around the corner. It is a great opportunity to see Oregon in a way you may not usually have the chance to.
In a month, we will all be back to our summer jobs and may not have the chance for wacky road trips (unless you count those wild family vacations).
This is why I suggest that you and possibly some of your friends make plans to see some of scenic Oregon this weekend.
What would I do if I could do anything? Easy.
First, I would drive west the Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport. In Newport, I would get lunch at the Chowder Bowl at Nye Beach. It is the best bowl of chowder I have ever had, and the view over Nye Beach is postcard-worthy.
I would be sure to get an ocean-view room at either The Whaler or The Driftwood motel. I'd spend the afternoon bundled in a blanket reading a book - perhaps "Heroes" by Robert Cormier - and admire the natural beauty of the Pacific Ocean.
The next morning I'd wake up and leave well before the mandatory check-out time.
Eventually, I'd have to make my move east toward Roseburg. Short of Roseburg, I would stop in Winston at the Wildlife Safari and take my time driving through the park.
I would admire each of the endangered species equally. I would especially take time to observe the lions and giraffes.
I would park my car and enter the walk-through portion of the park. I'd make noises and funny faces at the monkeys as I pass by and then catch a ride on the miniature train. I would ride the train all the way to the elephants exhibit.
On my way out of the park I would sneakily pick a couple flowers and hide them in my backpack. I would leave some change in the tip jar to thank the animals for sharing.
I would make sure I take the long route back to Roseburg in order to stop for a quick round of golf at On the River RV Park and Golf Course. After I enjoy my Tiger-like round of short-iron play, then go slightly north of Roseburg to the Winchester Fish Ladder and watch the fish battle their way upstream.
In a month, we will all be back to our summer jobs and may not have the chance for wacky road trips (unless you count those wild family vacations).
This is why I suggest that you and possibly some of your friends make plans to see some of scenic Oregon this weekend.
What would I do if I could do anything? Easy.
First, I would drive west the Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport. In Newport, I would get lunch at the Chowder Bowl at Nye Beach. It is the best bowl of chowder I have ever had, and the view over Nye Beach is postcard-worthy.
I would be sure to get an ocean-view room at either The Whaler or The Driftwood motel. I'd spend the afternoon bundled in a blanket reading a book - perhaps "Heroes" by Robert Cormier - and admire the natural beauty of the Pacific Ocean.
The next morning I'd wake up and leave well before the mandatory check-out time.
Eventually, I'd have to make my move east toward Roseburg. Short of Roseburg, I would stop in Winston at the Wildlife Safari and take my time driving through the park.
I would admire each of the endangered species equally. I would especially take time to observe the lions and giraffes.
I would park my car and enter the walk-through portion of the park. I'd make noises and funny faces at the monkeys as I pass by and then catch a ride on the miniature train. I would ride the train all the way to the elephants exhibit.
On my way out of the park I would sneakily pick a couple flowers and hide them in my backpack. I would leave some change in the tip jar to thank the animals for sharing.
I would make sure I take the long route back to Roseburg in order to stop for a quick round of golf at On the River RV Park and Golf Course. After I enjoy my Tiger-like round of short-iron play, then go slightly north of Roseburg to the Winchester Fish Ladder and watch the fish battle their way upstream.
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