Journal

  • Hunting for Hoops in Portland, Oregon

    Rick Gilbert interviews Grant Lemons - the man behind the Buckets Book. Hunting for hoops in Portland, Oregon.
  • Portland Seen: Street photography by Jonathan Inthavong

    We interviewed Portland street photographer, Jonathan Inthavong, to learn about his background, process, and his desire to photograph the Rose City.
  • An Ode to the Otherworldly Snowpeaks of the Pacific Northwest

    The High Cascade snowpeaks of the Pacific Northwest are unlike any other mountain range in the world. Here, we take a closer look and gain a deeper appreciation for these otherworldly peaks.
  • 5 Stunning Sunset Hikes Around Portland

    With summer in full swing, nearly every day ends with a stunning swirl of purple and pink. Here's a guide to some of the best sunset hikes around Portland.
  • Rose City Rollers Collaboration

    We've teamed up with the Rose City Rollers by collaborating on a limited edition t-shirt as part of this year's Willamette Week Give Guide.
  • Do You Know Your Mountain Trivia?

    From the fundamentals, like highest and most prominent, to the obscure little tidbits and other random stuff in between, here’s a brief breakdown of some of America’s best mountains (for one reason or another).
  • A Quick and Dirty Guide to Trail Running Near Portland

    From Forest Park to Hoyt Arboretum, here is a guide to some of the best trail running opportunities near Portland.
  • GiveGraf: Holiday Gifts, Free Shipping & More

    #GiveGraf for the holidays. Free shipping and in-store pick-up. All orders come with customized greeting card, gift wrapped tissue and Grafletics Gift Bag.
  • Fat Biking Around Portland: What To Know, Where To Go

    Interested in giving the two-wheeled craze a go? Here's what you need to know to get started fat biking around Portland this winter.
  • The 5 Best Rainy Day Runs Around Portland

    When the going gets wet, get going with five of the best rainy day runs around Portland.
  • Snowshoeing around Portland: How to Explore the Wintry Backcountry

    With an abundance of trails and snow galore this season, there's never been a better time to try snowshoeing around Portland. Here's how.
  • Off-the-Beaten-Path: The Weekender's Guide to Outdoor Adventure around Portland

    From exploring the tallest waterfall in Oregon to paddling the Willamette River, here is Chaco's guide to a weekend in Portland.