A Mt. Hood – Parkdale, Oregon B&B
It was 9 years ago that I went to my first Innkeeper’s Conference. It just amazes me how marketing has changed, moving rapidly toward more and more internet presense. I’ve been to a few conferences, this past week it was the Innkeeping Conference and Trade Show hosted by the Professional Association of Innkeepers International in Little [...]
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I have acquired a new hobby. Or should I say an obsession. Geocaching. ”Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people …from all age [...]
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My favorite is snowshoe. Never really did too much downhill as a child and now I don’t like to fall down as much and speed is not a necessity! So we snowshoe. For us there is nothing better than a hike in the Mt Hood National Forest, fresh snow, no wind, fresh tracks. If it’s [...]
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On January 1st I participated in the 2012 Christmas Bird Count. Although this yearly event has been going on now for 111 years through the Audubon Society it is the 24th event in the Hood River Valley. Unlike many, I stayed close to home participating in the FeederWatch Count. Thousands of volunteers braving the winter weather, grab their binoculars, [...]
A couple years back someone tacked this added message below the warning sign that really states the obvious. Be prepared when exploring Oregon during the winter months. And don’t always rely on that GPS. Many forest roads, while beautiful alternatives from the main highways and freeways during the snow free months, are not maintained during the winter. Travelers should be aware that even [...]
Still looking for that special unique gift? Lodging Gift Vouchers make great gifts and there’s no lines, no shoving and no need to get up at 5am to order them online! You place your order any time of day, securely online and the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guilddoes the rest. The Old Parkdale Inn accepts [...]
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I’m heading out to the Last Chance Holiday Bazaar, Saturday and Sunday, December 10-12, at the Hood River County Fairgrounds in the Community Building. Free Parking and Free Admission. Includes food and wine tasting. Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase local fruit and gifts for Christmas! It’s a great time to by that last minute [...]
I drove into Hood River a couple weeks back and the Fall Foliage was OK. Even our guests were a little disappointed with the late peak. But yesterday when I drove into town, well, what a difference a couple of weeks make. Our spring was a couple weeks late so I guess it’s expected that [...]
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Columbia River Gorge was noted as the third best spot in a recent foliage destination list, right behind Aspen and the Catskills!! But we’ve known about the foliage show for a long time. Add the colors of the Mt Hood National Forest and the acres and acres of fruit trees and you will be in awe [...]
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The world famous orchards of the Hood River Valley are sharing space with award winning vineyards. The wines are becoming just as famous as its tree fruit. Fast evolving into one of the Northwest’s finest grape-growing and winemaking regions the tasting rooms hold special events including wine tasting, vineyard tours and activities for families and friends. The Gorge White House [...]
Social Media at the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast:
It was 9 years ago that I went to my first Innkeeper's Conference. It just amazes me how marketing has changed, moving rapidly toward more and more internet presense. I've been to a few conferenc...
Geocaching near the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast:
I have acquired a new hobby. Or should I say an obsession. Geocaching. "Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS device...
Snowshoe, Cross Country, and Downhill ~ All Near the Old Parkdale Inn:
My favorite is snowshoe. Never really did too much downhill as a child and now I don't like to fall down as much and speed is not a necessity! So we snowshoe. For us there is nothing better tha...Old Parkdale Inn
4932 Baseline Rd
Parkdale, Oregon 97041
phone: 541-352-5551
email: parkdale@hoodriverlodging.com