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FeaturesWelcome to Corvallis ................................................................. Page 5

Green Corvallis .......................................................................... Page 7

Oregon State University ............................................................. Page 9

Local Shopping ........................................................................ Page 12

Raise Your Glass .................................................................... Page 15

Corvallis Outdoors ................................................................... Page 19

Recreation ................................................................................ Page 20

Festivals ................................................................................... Page 21

Local Events ............................................................................ Page 23

Celebrating the Arts ................................................................. Page 24

Historic Corvallis ...................................................................... Page 25

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Meetings and Conferences ...................................................... Page 33

Resources ................................................................................ Page 34

Keeping Up With Corvallis

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Looking for up-to-date information on Corvallis, Oregon and Benton County? Check us out on the Internet! Our Corvallis Maven can be found all across the web, providing daily updates on local happenings.

Find us on Twitter @VisitCorvallis, or on Facebook where our Corvallis Oregon fan page (on.fb.me/zOr6KU) and the Corvallis Maven (on.fb.me/u0npYC) keep everyone updated on events ranging from our annual festivals to which bands are playing which local venues every night. Or follow us on Google+ for event updates, if you prefer (bit.ly/zzn2ek)!

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On behalf of Corvallis’ nearly 60,000 residents, we are so pleased that you have chosen to visit our community, whether for business, pleasure, or both.

Although Corvallis has earned national recognition for a number of its attributes, we are particularly proud of its recent recognition as the top city in the country in innovation. Scientists at Los Alamos National Laboratory and the Santa Fe Institute in New Mexico, writing for the journal PloS ONE, did the math and found that Corvallis led the nation in patented inventions as well as economic output, personal income and preventing violent crime.

You'll also find that Corvallis is an easy place to navigate. The downtown and University neighborhoods are highly walkable, and the city has been named one of the nation’s most bicycle-friendly. I encourage you to explore the many unique, locally-owned shops, restaurants, art galleries and other attractions as part of your visit. Stroll our lovely Riverfront, which features a lively Farmers' Market on most Saturday and Wednesday mornings and a central fountain perfect for people-watching and cooling off on a warm summer day.

Just blocks from downtown, you’ll find Oregon State University with its historic campus and a host of activities year-round. Whether your preference is Pac 12 athletics, notable lectures, music or theatre performances, or a visit to the OSU Beaver Store for a keepsake

from your visit, OSU can meet your needs.

Corvallis’ location in the heart of the Willamette Valley also means you are just minutes away from a multitude of other recreation opportunities. Pack a picnic and visit the picturesque wineries located throughout the region. You’ll find friendly people, award-winning wines and spectacular scenery. Or, try a day hike through the McDonald Forest, Finley National Wildlife Refuge or other beautiful settings just outside the city limits. The city also hosts a variety of festivals, fairs and other special events throughout the year. Be sure to stop in at the Corvallis Visitor Center, 553 NW Harrison Blvd, and chat with an expert on things to see and do in Corvallis.

As you get to know this highly livable college town, perhaps you’ll find yourself wondering about Corvallis as a place to live or do business. The influence of a major research university, thriving sectors of high tech, agribusiness, biosciences, and green energy, and an educated workforce result in a solid local economy. In fact, Forbes magazine ranks Corvallis among its top 20 Best Small Places for Business and Careers. Our local Chamber of Commerce or staff at the City of Corvallis can provide additional information about doing business here.

As your stay with us ends, I hope you’ll agree that Corvallis is a very special place. Thanks for your visit; please come again soon!

Warmly, Julie Manning, Mayor

America’s Most Innovative City!By Bennett Hall

Here in Corvallis, we like to brag about how smart we are. And why not? We are, after all, the birthplace of the inkjet printer, the transparent transistor and the Maraschino cherry.

For years the city has been cropping up near the top of national “most innovative” lists, based on the number of patents issued per 100,000 people. But we always seemed to trail larger communities. Now a group of academic researchers has come up with a new way of crunching the numbers that goes beyond per capita rankings to strip out some of the disproportionate advantages that come with size.

By their calculations, Corvallis emerges as the most innovative city in the United States, bar none. Based on a comparison of more than 350 metropolitan statistical areas, we also do very well in the related rankings of wealth creation and low crime rate.

The findings were published in the Nov. 10 edition of PLoS One, the online journal of the Public Library of Science, by Luis M.A. Bettencourt and Geoffrey B. West of the Los Alamos National Laboratory and the Santa Fe Institute, Jose Lobo of Arizona State University and Deborah Strumsky of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

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By Morgan Dumitru

Internationally recognized for its safety, educational opportunities, bicycle accessibility, and energy purchasing history… by all accounts, Corvallis is a leader in green livability and an epicenter of sustainable studies and achievements. But that’s not all.

Many of our farms are organic, many of our wineries are pesticide-free, and our farmers' markets are bustling. We have more green buildings per capita than anywhere else in the country. From our composting program to our green energy challenge, from our co-op grocery stores to our sustainability groups, community has been the backbone of eco-friendly change in Corvallis. However, a wonderful community to live and work in has just been the beginning.

As the home to Oregon State University, one of the largest and most recognized research universities in the country, Corvallis

is in a unique position of not just leading by example, but also teaching sustainability to a new generation of leaders. In 2010, Oregon State University (OSU) was named a "Campus Sustainability Leader" by the Sustainable Endowments Institute. Last year OSU was also voted among the top 16 green universities in the country by “The Princeton Review”.

Being a part of the OSU community, you are inherently part of two worlds. You are a citizen of Corvallis – able to enjoy the farmers markets, bicycle paths, and energy credits – and a student, faculty, or staff-member of an internationally renowned research university – challenged to go above and beyond, addressing the issues of tomorrow, as well as those of today. Organic fair-trade coffee, community gardens, student activism, wave energy pistons, well-loved bicycles, and the philosophy of environmentalism mingle here.

From our tree-lined streets, to our state of the art laboratories and classrooms, Corvallis and Oregon State University are pursuing sustainability like few places on earth. Take a hike in the beautiful hills that cup our community, or sit down for an award winning locally grown meal. Sustainability isn’t achieved in a month or a year, but then again, one doesn’t receive awards for sustainable livability accidentally.

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By Gary Dulude

Visit Corvallis, and you’ll immediately notice the tremendous contribution Oregon State University makes to the economic, cultural, recreational and social vitality of our community. It’s a place where faculty, students and alumni are turning ideas into reality — meeting challenges and solving problems through research, innovation and application.

True to its designation as the state’s land grant university, Oregon State is investing a better future with a focus on three signature areas of research and teaching: Earth systems science; human health and wellness; and economic and social progress. And as Oregon’s largest public research university, Oregon State attracted $261.7 million in research funding last year. Oregon State is also one of only two land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the United States.

With nearly 25,000 students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries, Oregon State welcomes a diverse student body that’s known for its friendly, close-knit community. Students can choose from more than 200 academic programs, with many

offering multiple opportunities for internships, research projects and other hands-on learning.

Oregon State’s 420-acre campus is just blocks from downtown Corvallis. One of only a handful of universities listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the campus features stately buildings, seasonal landscaping and green, open spaces.

Oregon State hosts multiple events throughout the year, many of which are free and open to the public. Join in with students, faculty, staff and the community at musical performances, plays and films. Listen to a notable writer or scientist or participate in a natural resources symposium. Plus, there’s the excitement of Pac-12 Conference athletics, with the Oregon State Beavers competing in a variety of men’s and women’s sports.

Oregon State offers guided tours daily for prospective students and their families, as well as opportunities to meet faculty and current students. You can also take a self-guided tour of campus. Call the Oregon State Tour Office at 541-737-2626 or pick up a Visitor’s Guide and Self-Guided Tour brochure at the information booth on Jefferson Street.

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sHoP UniQUeA stroll through Corvallis' lovely downtown area reveals a plethora of unique shopping and dining experiences lying in wait for the adventurous traveler. Located through First and Sixth Streets, between B and Tyler Avenues, you'll fi nd our pride and joy: a shopping district lined with fantastic little boutiques and one-of-a-kind eateries. A trip down First Street to enjoy our Commemorative Riverfront Park and the shopping and dining

opportunities that have crystallized along this breathtaking walk is not to be missed.

Shopping opportunities abound outside of our downtown area, as well. Neighborhood centers tucked away throughout Corvallis offer a wide variety of entertaining surprises for shoppers. Timberhill and Ninth Street, in particular, offer some great excursions. Several of our larger stores await side-by-side with smaller, locally owned

shops in these areas. Monroe Avenue, along Oregon State University, is home to several trendy little storefronts, as well as coffee stops and restaurants to suit every taste and budget.

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By Marci Sischo

WineriesCorvallis is nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, surrounded by beautiful and fertile wine country. Scattered amongst the foothills of the Coast Range, under the shadow of Marys Peak, are the Heart of Willamette Wineries. These boutique vineyards practice sustainability and enjoy some of the most favorable grape-growing conditions in the Valley.

Known for our Pinot Noirs, Rieslings, and, increasingly, our Pinot Gris, the Heart of Willamette Wineries are friendly, family-owned, award-winning locales, steeped in gorgeous views, natural splendor, and an amazing diversity.

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WINERIES ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITY1. Emerson Vineyards 11665 Airlie Rd 503-838-0944 www.emersonvineyards.com Monmouth2. Airlie Winery 15305 Dunn Forest Rd 503-838-6013 www.airliewinery.com Monmouth 3. Springhill Cellars 2920 NW Scenic Dr 541-928-1009 www.springhillcellars.com Albany4. Lumos Wine Company 24000 Cardwell Hill Dr 541-929-3519 www.lumoswine.com Philomath5. Nuthatch Cellars 8792 NW Chaparral Dr 541-754-8483 www.nuthatchcellars.com Corvallis6. Pioneer Hopyard Vineyard 225 SW Madison Ave 541-753-3721 Corvallis7. Mary’s Peak Winery*

*Tasting Room at The Wine Vault 1301 Main St 541-929-9296 www.maryspeakwinery.com Philomath8. Tyee Wine Cellars 26335 Greenberry Rd 541-753-8754 www.tyeewine.com Corvallis9. Broadley Vineyards 265 S 5th St (HWY 99) 541-847-5934 www.broadleyvineyards.com Monroe

10. Cardwell Hill Cellars 24241 Cardwell Hill Dr 541-929-9463 www.cardwellhillwine.com Philomath11. Harris Bridge Vineyard 22937 Harris Rd 541-929-3053 www.harrisbridgevineyard.com Philomath12. Belle Vallée Cellars 151 NW Monroe 541-757-9463 www.bellevallee.com Corvallis 13. Pheasant Court Winery*

*Tasting Room at The Wine Vault 1301 Main St 541-929-8496 www.winevault.biz Philomath14. Spindrift Cellars 810 Applegate St 541-929-6555 www.spindriftcellars.com Philomath 15. Benton-Lane Winery 23924 Territorial Hwy 541-847-5792 www.benton-lane.com Monroe 16. Marks Ridge Winery 29255 Berlin Rd 541-367-3292 www.marksridge.com Sweet Home 17. TeBri Vineyards 24880 Orchard Tract Rd 541-740-8542 www.tebri.com Monroe18. 3 Fools Wine 11665 Airlie Road 541-760-8344 www.3foolswine.com Monmouth19. Sweet Earth Vineyards 24843 Kyle Rd 541-847-9013 www.sweetearthvineyards.com Monroe20. Wine Vault 1301 Main St 541-929-8496 www.winevault.biz Philomath

BREWERIES ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITY21. Block 15 Brewery 300 SW Jefferson Ave 541-758-2077 www.block15.com Corvallis22. Corvallis Brewing Supply 119 SW 4th St 541-758-1674 www.lickspigot.com Corvallis23. Flat Tail Brewing 202 SW 1st St 541-758-2229 Corvallis24. McMenamins Corvallis 420 NW 3rd St 541-758-6044 www.mcmenamins.com Corvallis25. McMenamins on Monroe 2001 NW Monroe Ave #106 541-758-0080 www.mcmenamins.com Corvallis26. Oregon Trail Brewery 341 SW 2nd St 541-758-3527 www.oregontrailbrewery.com Corvallis

DISTILLERIES ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITY27. 4Spirits Distillery 6040 NE Marcus Harris Ave http://4spiritsdistillery.com Adair Village28. Hard Times Distillery 175 S 5th St 541-847-8808 http://hardtimesdistillery.com Monroe29. Veracity Spirits Distillery 720 NE Granger Ave 541-286-4285 http://www.veracityspirits.com/ Corvallis

BreweriesThree different award-winning breweries make their homes in

Corvallis. Block 15 pairs their amazing beers, made with organic base malt, imported specialty malts and Northwest hops, with excellent, locally-sourced food and makes both following strict sustainability practices. Flat Tail Brewery was proud to take home a fi rst place People's Choice Award in the 2011 KLCC Microbrewfest in nearby Eugene. Two Towns Cider House specializes in crisp, fantastic ciders made from locally-produced apples, honey, and other special ingredients.

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DistilleriesBenton County is best known for its wine and microbrews, but our distilleries are making news, too. We’re home to three different distilleries: 4Spirits Distillery, located in historic Adair Village and named for four fallen combat

veterans who served with distillery owner Dawson Offi cer; Veracity Spirits Distillery, specializing in a super-smooth vodka made from organic, locally-sourced corn; and Hard Times Distillery, proud distillers of the Sugar Momma Vodka, which has been called “the rum fan's vodka.”


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Corvallis abounds in natural areas and forests. We're known for forestry research, as well as hiking, biking, and more leisurely strolls through nature. Corvallis presents an opportunity to learn, too.

Beazell Memorial Forest is a demonstration forest with four miles of trails and open space area managed with progressive ecosystem practices for environmental, education, and research opportunities.

McDonald Forest features interpretive trails showing aspects of forest ecology and management. Researchers work in McDonald Forest to answer questions like “What impacts do restoration projects have on oak woodlands, prairies, and savannahs?” and “What impacts do forest roads have on stream clarity and fi sh habitats?” And that's just for starts – there are up

to 80 different research projects happening in McDonald Forest.

Also inside McDonald Forest you'll fi nd Peavy Arboretum, a 40-acre preserve featuring over 200 native and exotic plant species and three different interpretive trails of its own. Visitors are warmly encouraged to explore these trails and learn more about forestry.

Starker Forests provides both guided and self-guided tours to become acquainted with their forest management practices and the great outdoors. They offer a quarter-mile walking trail, along with a more in-depth bus tour that is available every Wednesday from June through September. (Those interested in the bus tour will want to make reservations ahead of time – these tours fi ll up fast! Call 800-334-8118 to reserve your seat.)

Both of Starker Forests' tours feature several points of interest, including 80-year-old timber stands.

Whether you seek to learn more about the inner workings of nature's bounty, or you're just looking for a lovely trail to walk, Corvallis has the place for you.

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recreaTionBy Charles Weller

Visit Corvallis and you will soon see that this is one of the most pe-destrian and bicycle-friendly com-munities in Oregon. Automobile drivers in town are courteous to bicycles and pedestrians, helping to create a safe environment. The city maintains a network of paved paths that link parks together and provide people with car-free bike rides and hikes. Corvallis and Ben-ton County parks provide a variety of paved and unpaved trails, giving you easy access to beautiful natu-ral areas. Ask for a trail suggestion at one of the many bike shops and outdoor stores in town; you’ll get a range of answers tailored to the time of year and your desires. Here are a few to start with:

Mountain Biking

Bald Hill Natural Area is a great starting point for a variety of off-road adventures. Three separate lots with plenty of parking lead to both paved trails and branching single-track that connects to Fitton Green, Oak Creek, and Cardwell Hill County Parks. Ride quietly and you're likely to see deer, coyote and many species of birds. Make sure to clean your bike before and after rides to reduce the transpor-tation of invasive species.

Road BikingIn addition to nearly twenty miles of paved multi-use paths within Cor-vallis, many roads in the area offer wide shoulders and light traffic. Ride south or east and you'll be greeted by rolling hills and local agriculture. Head north or west for a more chal-lenging route such as the ride up Sulpher Springs Road or the daunt-ing climb to Marys Peak (4.097 feet).

Hiking

Whether your ideal hike is on a boardwalk, paved path, forest trail, or grassy meadow you can find it nearby. Catch a glimpse of the rare Fender's Blue Butterfly on a hike through William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge just south of town. Watch beavers build their dams at Sunset Natural Area or have a picnic among wildflowers in Tim-berhill Natural Area. North of town OSU manages Peavy Arboretum, a great place to grow your love of trees. More than fifty great hikes are nearby. Additional hiking informa-tion is available at the Corvallis Visi-tor Center, 553 NW Harrison Blvd.

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CORVALLIS FARMERS’ MARKETSaturday Farmers’ Market April 14 – November 17, 2012 1st and Jackson — 9 am - 1 pm

Wednesday Farmers’ Market April 18 – November 21, 2012 1st and Jackson — 9 am - 1 pm 541-740-1542 www.locallygrown.org

Corvallis’ downtown hosts two outdoor farmers' markets bursting with the Wil-lamette Valley’s best fruits, vegetables, cut flowers and nursery plants. Locally grown nuts, honey, meats, eggs, cheeses, jams, dried fruits, baked goods and other delights prepared from our local bounty will fuel your explorations or make welcome gifts back home. Meet the growers, listen

to live music, partake of samples and cooking demonstrations, or pick up expert tips on gardening and health while you ob-serve the locals in their native environment.

RED WHITE & BLUE RIVERFRONT FESTIVALJuly 3 (12 noon-10:30 p.m.) and July 4, 2012 (10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.) Riverfront Commemorative Park Downtown Corvallis 541-754-6624 www.downtowncorvallis.org

Celebrate Independence Day on July 3rd and 4th at the Red White & Blue Riverfront Festival in Downtown Corvallis. This year’s Festival will feature some show-stopping musical performers, a tantalizing array of

delectable foods, wines and microbrews, a craft fair and kids' entertainment. On July 4, enter the All-American parade and 5k fun run/walk. The Festival culminates on July 4th with a spectacular fireworks display at dusk.

59TH ANNUAL PHILOMATH FROLIC & RODEOJuly 12-15, 2012 502 S. 13th St • Philomath www.philomathrodeo.org

Experience big-time entertainment in a beautiful setting at the Philomath Frolic & Rodeo! This event is known as one of the best NPRA events in the Northwest. Over the past 59 years, it has grown to provide an entertaining weekend of family fun with an impressive list of activities.

The Philomath Frolic & Rodeo is loaded with barbeques, parades, dances, craft and food booths, Kids Korner activities and, of course, the sanctioned rodeos. Fun for the whole family!

24TH ANNUAL DA VINCI DAYS FESTIVAL

OSU Campus and downtown locations July 20-22, 2012 541-757-6363 www.davincidays.org

Where else can you find...a celebration of art and science, mini-battery powered race cars built by school kids, a juggling physics lesson, a race of human powered all-terrain vehicles, Grammy Award win-ning music, music and dancing on two stages, short films and documentaries, a community art project, sidewalk chalk art, and the latest research in wave energy and other science and technology break-throughs… all in one place? The three-day sensory experience is inspired by the

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Renaissance man himself, Leonardo da Vinci and is ONLY in Corvallis. Share the da Vinci experience! Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/davincidays. Follow us on Twitter: #davincidays

BENTON COUNTY FAIR & RODEOAugust 1-4, 2012 Benton County Fairgrounds 110 SW 53rd St • Corvallis 541-766-6521 www.bentoncountyfair.net

Four days of family fun. National and regional music and entertainment acts. Rodeo and rides; fair food and 4-H. Commercial vendors and community exhibits. Benton County Fair

is the best family entertainment value for miles around. Check out our website for a full sched-ule, pricing, special contests and events.

SHREWSBURY RENAISSANCE FAIRESeptember 8-9, 2012 Grant Road off Hwy. 223 • Kings Valley 541-929-4897 www.shrewfaire.com

Come cheer valiant jousting knights, feast upon the season’s bounty, and see the crafts of over 100 artisans at the Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire, where actors, singers, musicians, jugglers and comedians fill the

streets and stages with entertainment. This living history reenactment celebrates the golden age of Queen Elizabeth I and Shake-speare. Bursting with fun and excitement, the Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire is the largest event of its kind in Oregon where all the Faire is a stage and everyone a player!

40TH ANNUAL CORVALLIS FALL FESTIVALSeptember 22-23, 2012 Central Park, 6th and Monroe 8th and Madison • Corvallis 541-752-9655www.corvallisfallfestival.org

Corvallis Fall Festival is an Arts Party in Central Park that brings over 30,000 people together to celebrate. Our 40th Annual will feature: 160 art booths featuring regionally known artists as well as many local arts and crafts people, a fine arts show, con-tinuous music, activities and performances for children and their families, great food, wine tasting, and a 5k & 10k run.

Always the 4th full weekend of September. Hours are 10 am-6 pm Saturday (Street Dance is 6-10 pm) and 10 am-5 pm on Sunday. www.facebook.com/CorvallisFallFestival www.flickr.com/photos/corvallisfallfestival/ http://twitter.com/CorvalFallFest

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local evenTsThe following is just a sample of the many events held in the Corvallis & Benton county area. More events and information can be found on www.VisitCorvallis.com. All Events are subject to change.

APRIL 2012Corvallis Farmers’ Market April 14 – November 17 541-740-1542 www.locallygrown.org

Spring Stampede Rough Stock Rodeo April 14 www.bentoncountyfair.net

Corvallis Half Marathon April 15 http://www.corvallishalfmarathon.com/

MAY 2012OSU Mom’s and Family Weekend May 4-6 http://mu.oregonstate.edu/mupc/mom-sweekend

Chamber Music Corvallis May 17 http://chambermusiccorvallis.org/

Memorial Day Weekend Wineries Open HouseMay 26-28 http://heartofwillamette.com/our-events

Heart of the Valley Triathlon & Duathlon May 28 http://www.racecenter.com/hotv

JUNE 2012Starker Forests Guided Tour Mid-June – September • Wednesday Reservations Required 541-757-1544 • 800-334-8118

Chintimini Chamber Music Festival June 15, 19, 22, 24 & 26 www.chintimini.org

Oregon State University Commencement June 16 www.ecampus.oregonstate.edu/services/graduation

Summer Concerts in the Park June 19 – August 28 • Tuesdays www.c-cband.org

Corvallis Knights Collegiate Baseball June 5 - August 4 www.CorvallisKnights.com

JULY 2012Red White & Blue Riverfront Festival July 3 – 4 www.downtowncorvallis.org

Philomath Classic Car Show July 7 www.philomathchamber.org/carshow

Historic Homes Trolley Tour July 7, 14, 21, 28 Reservations Required 800-334-8118, 541-757-1544

Philomath Frolic & Rodeo July 12-15 www.philomathrodeo.org

da Vinci Days Festival July 20-22 www.davincidays.org

Philomath Uncorked Wine Walk July 28 www.philomathchamber.org/uncorked

AUGUST 2012Benton County Fair and Rodeo August 1-4 www.bentoncountyfair.net

51st Annual Clothesline Sale of Art August 4 www.clotheslinesale.org

Alpine Century Ride August 11 www.alpinecommunity.net/pg23.cfm

Historic Homes Trolley Tour August 11, 18, 25 Reservations Required 800-334-8118, 541-757-1544

Bite of Benton August 18 www.corvallischamber.com

Ride Corvallis August 18 www.ridecorvallis.com

SEPTEMBER 2012Shrewsbruy Renaissance Faire September 8-9 www.shrewfair.com

Artists in the Parks September 14-15 541-766-6918

Rhapsody in the Vineyard Wine Walk September 15 www.downtowncorvallis.org

Corvallis Fall Festival & Fall Festival Run September 22 – 23 www.corvallisfallfestival.org

OCTOBER 2012Fall Rodeo October 13 www.bentoncountyfair.net

"The Galleria" Holiday Gift Sale October 13 www.alcorvallis.org/thegalleria.html

NOVEMBER 2012Philomath Frolic Holiday Craft Fair November 3-4 www.philomathrodeo.org/craftsfair

OSU Dad’s and Family Weekend November 3-4 http://mu.oregonstate.edu/mupc/dadweekend

Annual Downtown Christmas Parade November 23 www.downtowncorvallis.org

Thanksgiving Weekend Wineries Open House November 23-25 http://heartofwillamette.com/

DECEMBER 2012Winter’s Eve Corvallis Dec 2 www.alcorvallis.org/wintersevecorvallis.html


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By Marci Sischo

Corvallis is a vibrant community of artists and art-lovers. It seems like every other week we have a big ar-tistic event happening to celebrate our local performers and creators and show off their works. We have a diverse array of arts galleries, and most of our downtown shops proudly offer locally-produced goods, jewelry, and decorations.

In 2012 and 2013 our celebrations are going to be bigger and better than ever, because we have some major anniversaries coming up!

The Whiteside Theatre's 90th anniversary happens in 2012. This grand old theatre was one of Oregon's original movie palaces and time, two fi res, and long period of closure took its toll on this gor-geous theatre. Our community is

working to restore this historical gem to all of its former glory.

The Arts Center turns 50 in 2012, also. The Center works to integrate arts into Corvallis' community through outreach and creative education programs, among other projects. It's also devoted to showcasing some of the best our artists have to offer. And speak-ing of showcasing local arts, our Fall Festival marks its 40th year in 2012. This festival turns Corval-lis into an artistic Mecca, drawing creators from all over the state and almost 30,000 people annually to enjoy those creations!

The da Vinci Days Festival cel-ebrates its 25th anniversary in 2013. Every year da Vinci Days devotes three days to arts and science, incorporating outstand-

ing artists, amazing feats of engi-neering, and more into a stunning sensory experience that would do its namesake proud. We expect its 25th year to be nothing short of amazing.

The big anniversary belongs to the Majestic Theatre, which will see its 100th anniversary in 2013. The Majestic fi rst opened its doors in 1913 as a vaudeville house, and a century later it's still serving Corvallis as a center of live arts, at-tracting local, regional, and national musicians, featuring live theatre, and acting as a hub for artists of all stripes in Corvallis.

We invite you to join us in 2012 and 2013 to help us celebrate our artists and their work in a year-long gala honoring the spirit of innovation and artistic creation!

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GALLERIES ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYArt in the Valley 209 SW Second St 541-752-0811 www.artinthevalley.net CorvallisThe Arts Center 700 SW Madison Ave 541-754-1551 www.theartscenter.net CorvallisBenton County Historical Museum 1101 Main Street 541-929-6230 www.bentoncountymuseum.org PhilomathFairbanks Gallery 106 Fairbanks Hall 541-737-5009 CorvallisGateway Gallery 1233 Main Street 541-929-8448 www.gateway-gallery.com PhilomathGiustina Gallery/LaSells Stewart Center 875 SW 26th St 541-737-2402 www.oregonstate.edu/lasells/gallery CorvallisPegasus Gallery 341 SW Second St 541-757-0042 www.pegasusartgallery.com Corvallis

By B. A. Beierle

Corvallis’ story begins more than 10,000 years ago, when ancient ice dams collapsed near present day Mis-soula, Montana. These dams released cataclysmic fl oods that scoured across today’s eastern Pacifi c North-west and brought rocks and rich soils to the Willamette River Valley.

Later, Kalapuya people lived here and promoted acorns – a staple of their diet – by managing the Valley with fi re. When early Euro-Ameri-cans reached this valley, they found abundantly rich soils and land successfully managed for centu-ries. They also found the Willamette River was navigable to Corvallis.

This water transportation route would later support steamboat navigation and give rise to riverside grain warehouses and early brawny businesses that shaped much of today’s historic downtown.

The Willamette Valley was the Eden at the end of the Oregon Trail for thousands of immigrants. Early settlers included J.C. Avery, who settled on what is now the south side of downtown along the Mary’s and Willamette Rivers. Avery built Corvallis’ fi rst home and staked off twelve acres around his log cabin for the fi rst town lots.

In 1846 William Dixon fi led a claim north of Avery’s along the Willamette

River. These adjoining claims met in the vicinity of today’s Benton County Courthouse.

In 1852, when Oregon Territory ex-tended from Canada to California and from the Rocky Mountains to the Pa-cifi c Ocean, the territorial legislature selected and established a territorial university here. The Corvallis Acad-emy, the fi rst community school in the area, eventually became Oregon State University (OSU). The campus plan refl ects John Olmsted’s early de-sign and remains a signifi cant aspect of the dynamic role of the campus in the greater cultural landscape.

When the college moved from downtown in the 1890s, North Col-lege Hill historic neighborhood de-veloped on a gentle slope. Nearby, the inviting and walkable College Hill West Historic District includes almost 400 structures.

Corvallis also showcases other his-toric neighborhoods: Avery Addition, Franklin Square, North & South Cen-tral Park, North Downtown, Rayburn Addition, South Town, and others.

Corvallis’ collective memory lingers along its tree-lined streets, punc-tuated with colorful gardens and framed with residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial remind-ers of a shared past that infl uences the image of the community today.

Self-guided walking tour maps and brochures are available at the Corvallis Visitor Center, 553 NW Harrison Blvd., Corvallis.

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resTaUranTsASIAN/PACIFIC ISLAND ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYJack Okole's 140 NW 3rd St 541-368-5340 CorvallisLocal Boyz Hawaiian Cafe 1425 NW Monroe Ave 541-754-5338 CorvallisQueens Chopstick 2329 NW Kings Blvd 541-758-9166 CorvallisSpice & Ice Asian Grill 215 SW 3rd St 541-286-4157 CorvallisUncle Ricky's Hawaiian Grinds 1915 NW 9th St 541-753-5050 Corvallis

BAKERY ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYGreat Harvest Bread Company 134 SW 1st St 541-754-9960 CorvallisLiving Earth Bakery 363 SW Jefferson Ave 541-738-2591 CorvallisNew Morning Bakery 219 SW 2nd St 541-754-0181 CorvallisNoah’s Bagels 425 SW Madison Ave 541-753-7983 CorvallisPanera Bread 335 NW 4th St 541-738-8277 CorvallisPilos Mexican Bakery 954 NW Circle Blvd 541-752-0900 CorvallisTaylor Street Ovens 1025 NW 9th St 541-757-0166 Corvallis

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CHINESE ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYBento Oriental Express 1425 NW Monroe Ave 541-757-9690 CorvallisChina Delight Restaurant & Lounge 325 NW 2nd St 541-753-3753 CorvallisJade Garden Chinese Restaurant 503 SW 3rd St 541-752-7455 CorvallisKing Tin 1857 NW 9th Blvd 541-752-1722 CorvallisNew China Buffet 1720 NW 9th St 541-752-3589 Corvallis

COFFEE & TEA ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYAllann Bros Beanery 2541 NW Monroe Ave 541-757-0828 CorvallisAllann Bros Beanery 500 SW 2nd St 541-753-7442 CorvallisAllann Bros Beanery 922 NW Circle Blvd #130 541-754-5916 CorvallisCoffee Culture 2503 NW Kings Blvd 541-758-6760 CorvallisCoffee Culture 1195 NW Kings Blvd 541-753-3030 CorvallisCoffee Culture 2215 NW 9th St 541-758-3131 CorvallisStarbuck’s Coffee 1705 NW 9th 541-738-1172 CorvallisStarbuck’s Coffee 2305 NE Kings Blvd 541-758-4069 CorvallisStarbuck’s Coffee 425 SW Madison Ave 541-753-5318 CorvallisInterzone 1563 NW Monroe Ave 541-754-5965 Corvallis

DELI & SANDWICH SHOPS ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYBaguette 121 SW 3rd St 541-752-9960 CorvallisDee Be’s Eatery 1786 NW 9th St 541-758-9112 CorvallisFirst Alternative Deli 1007 SE 3rd St 541-753-3115 http://fi rstalt.coop CorvallisFrancesco's Gelato Cafe 208 SW 2nd St 541-752-1326 CorvallisPita Pit 1425 NW Monroe Ave 541-738-7482 CorvallisQuiznos 700 NE Circle Blvd 541-753-7827 CorvallisQuiznos 1573 SW 53rd St 541-752-1600 CorvallisSubway 421 SW 3rd St 541-758-3430 CorvallisSubway 2350 NW 9th St 541-758-3339 CorvallisSubway 2479 NW Monroe Ave 541-754-6782 CorvallisSubway 5080 SW Philomath Blvd 541-752-1166 CorvallisTogo’s Great Sandwiches 2317 NW 9th 541-753-1444 CorvallisUniversity Hero 211 SW 5th St 541-754-7827 CorvallisUniversity Hero 2307 NW Kings Blvd 541-758-1070 Corvallis

FAMILY DINING ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYApplebee’s 1915 NE Four Acre Pl 541-758-2204 CorvallisBroken Yolk Cafe 119 SW 3rd St 541-738-9655 www.broken-yolk.com CorvallisCD & J Café 1247 Main St 541-929-5692 PhilomathDarrell's Restaurant & Lounge 2200 NW 9th St 541-752-6364 CorvallisElmer's 1115 NW 9th St 541-757-6690 www.elmers-restaurants.com CorvallisLaughing Planet 127 NW 2nd St 541-286-4157 CorvallisGathering Together Farm 25159 Grange Hall Rd 541-929-4270 PhilomathHilton Garden Inn's Stadium Grill 2500 SW Western Blvd 541-752-5000 CorvallisJamie's Great Hamburgers 1999 NW Circle Blvd 541-758-7402 CorvallisMurphy's Restaurant 2740 SW 3rd St 541-738-7600 CorvallisRiverview Mongolian Grill 230 NW 1st St 541-754-8402 CorvallisRuby Tuesday 1895 NW 9th St 541-752-9899 CorvallisSam's Station 1210 NW 29th St 541-752-6170 CorvallisShari’s Restaurant 1117 NW 9th St 541-754-8240 CorvallisSharon’s Café 1894 SW 3rd St 541-752-3105 CorvallisSunnyside-Up Cafe 116 NW 3rd St 541-758-3353 www.sunnyside-up-cafe.com CorvallisTommy's 4th St. Bar & Grill 350 SW 4th St 541-754-7622 Corvallis


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FAST FOOD ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYArby’s 2503 NW 9th St 541-752-4634 CorvallisCarl’s Jr. 800 NW 9th St 541-257-2727 CorvallisDairy Queen 303 SW 3rd St 541-753-7565 CorvallisDairy Queen 1907 Main St 541-929-3972 PhilomathKFC 1775 NW 9th 541-757-0722 CorvallisJack in the Box 550 NE Circle Blvd 541-757-3399 CorvallisMcDonald’s 125 S 14th St 541-929-3335 PhilomathMcDonald’s 300 NW 3rd St 541-754-8050 CorvallisMcDonald’s 2250 NW 9th St 541-753-1014 CorvallisTaco Bell 2235 NW 9th St 541-754-6100 CorvallisTaco Time 1105 NW 9th St 541-753-2338 Corvallis

FINE DINING ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYBig River Restaurant & Bar 101 NW Jackson Ave 541-757-0694 www.bigriverrest.com CorvallisCloud 9 126 SW First St 541-753-9990 Corvallisdel Alma Restaurant & Bar 136 SW Washington Ave 541-753-2222 CorvallisFireWorks Restaurant & Bar 1115 SE 3rd St 541-754-6958 CorvallisLuc 134 SW Fourth St 541-753-4171 CorvallisMagenta 137 SW 2nd St 541-758-3494 CorvallisTerminus 603 NW 2nd St 541-286-4242 Corvallis

FRENCH/FRENCH PASTRY ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYLe Patissier 956 NW Circle Blvd 541-752-1785 Corvallis

INDIAN ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYEvergreen Indian Cuisine 136 SW 3rd St 541-754-7944 www.evergreenindianrestaurant.com CorvallisNirvana 1945 NW 9th St 541-738-0487 Corvallis

ITALIAN ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYIovino’s Ristorante & Catering 126 SW 1st St 541-738-9015 CorvallisNatalia & Cristoforo's Authentic Italian 351 NW Jackson Ave 541-752-1114 CorvallisPastini Pastaria 1580 NW 9th St 541-257-2579 www.pastini.com Corvallis

JAPANESE ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYShogun Bowl 2461 NW Monroe Ave 541-757-7356 CorvallisTokyo Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar 250 SW 3rd St 541-754-7508 Corvallis

KOREAN ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYYoung’s Kitchen 2051 NW Monroe Ave 541-757-1626 Corvallis

LEBANESE ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYCrystal’s Cuisine & Café 1425 NW Monroe Ave 541-752-6403 Corvallis

MEXICAN ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYBaja Fresh 845 NW 9th St 541- 452-1010 CorvallisEl Sol De Mexico 1597 NW 9th St 541-752-9299 CorvallisEl Sol De Mexico 1845 NW Circle Blvd 541-758-1735 CorvallisLa Roquita Restaurant 370 SW Western Blvd 541-738-0710 CorvallisIxtapa Family Mexican Restaurant 1702 Main St 541-929-5137 CorvallisQdoba Mexican Grill 2001 NW Monroe Ave 541- 757-2800 CorvallisRiva’s 360 NW 5th St 541-752-2422 CorvallisSancho's Mexican Bar & Grill 1425 NW Monroe Ave 541-752-2500 Corvallis

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PIZZA ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYAmerican Dream Pizza, Downtown 214 SW 2nd St 541-753-7373 CorvallisAmerican Dream Pizza, Near OSU 2525 NW Monroe Ave 541-757-1713 CorvallisCirello's Pizza 919 NW Circle Blvd 541-754-9199 CorvallisFigaro’s Pizza 1411 Main St 541-929-5082 PhilomathIzzy’s 2475 NW 9th St 541-757-1156 http://izzysonline.com CorvallisPapa’s Pizza Parlor 1030 SW 3rd St 541-757-2727 http://papaspizza.net/ CorvallisPizza Hut 2575 NW Kings Blvd 541-753-1240 CorvallisWoodstock's Pizza Parlor 1045 NW Kings Blvd 541-752-5151 www.woodstocks.com Corvallis

PUBS, BARS, BREWERIES, & TAVERNS ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYBlock 15 Restaurant & Brewery 300 SW Jefferson Ave 541-758-2077 CorvallisBomb’s Away Cafe 2527 NW Monroe Ave 541-757-7221 www.bombsawaycafe.com CorvallisBrew BQ 150 SW Madison Ave 541-286-4269 http://brewbqcorvallis.com/Home.html CorvallisClodfelter’s Public House 1501 NW Monroe Ave 541-758-4452 CorvallisDownward Dog 130 SW First St 541-753-9990 CorvallisFlat Tail Brewery 202 SW 1st St 541-758-2229 www.fl attailcorvallis.com CorvallisGolf City Par 3 Pub 2115 NE Hwy 20 541-754-0311 CorvallisHarrison Bar & Grill 550 NW Harrison Blvd 541-754-1017 CorvallisLes Caves Bier & Kitchen 308 SW 3rd St 541-286-4473 CorvallisMcMenamin's 420 NW 3rd St 541-758-6044 CorvallisMurphy’s Restaurant & Lounge 2740 SW 3rd St 541-738-7600 CorvallisOld World Deli & Oregon Trail Brewery 341 SW 2nd St 541-752-8549 CorvallisPeacock Bar & Grill 125 SW 2nd St 541-754-8522 CorvallisSquirrel's Tavern 100 SW 2nd St 541-753-8057 CorvallisSuds-n-Suds 1045 NW Kings Blvd 541-752-5151 www.woodstocks.com/sudssuds.cfm CorvallisUpper Deck Sports Pub 175 SW Twin Oaks Circle 541-757-0776 Corvallis

SEAFOOD ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYAqua Seafood Restaurant & Bar 151 NW Monroe Ave 541-752-0262 www.aquacorvallis.com CorvallisMcGrath’s Fish House 350 NE Circle Blvd 541-752-3474 Corvallis

THAI ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYTarn Tip Thai Cuisine 2535 NW Monroe Ave 541-757-8906 CorvallisWoodsman 529 Main St 541-929-4500 Philomath

VIETNAMESE ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYKim Hoa’s Noodle Kitchen 1875 NW Circle Blvd 541-754-9751 Corvallis

VEGETARIAN ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYCafé Yumm 2001 NW Monroe Ave 541-757-9866 CorvallisNearly Normals Gonzo Cuisine 109 NW 15th St 541-753-0791 Corvallis

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HOTELS/MOTELSBest Western Grand Manor Inn & Suites925 NW Garfi eld Ave • Corvallis541-758-8571 • 877-55-MANOR55 Units • $85-250 • See ad on this pageDaily, Weekly, Monthly Rates, Internet, Downtown Access, Flat Screen TV, Free Hot Breakfast, Gym, Small Pets (dogs only), WiFi, Outdoor Pool, Sauna

Corvallis Budget Inn1480 SW 3rd St • Corvallis541-752-875624 Units • $45-120Daily Rates Only, Downtown Access, WiFi

Corvallis Comfort Suites1730 NW 9th St • Corvallis541-753-4320 • 800-965-880895 Units • $97-210 • See ad on page 33Internet, Downtown Access, Gym, WiFi, Indoor Pool, Jacuzzi, HDTV, Kitchen Units, Full Meeting Services

Days Inn1113 NW 9th St • Corvallis541-754-7474 • 800-432-123376 Units • $60-120 Internet, Downtown Access, Gym, Small Pets, WiFi,Outdoor Pool

Galaxie Motel104 S. 20th St • Philomath541-929-433415 Units • $40-75Daily, Weekly Rates, Downtown Access, Small Pets, WiFi

Hilton Garden Inn2500 SW Western Blvd • Corvallis541-752-5000153 Units • $109-299Internet, Downtown Access, Gym, Restaurant, Lounge, WiFi, Indoor Pool, Jacuzzi

Holiday Inn Express on the River781 NE 2nd St • Corvallis541-752-0800 • 800-618-789293 Units • $109-299Downtown Access, Fitness Room, Hot Breakfast, Jacuzzi, WiFi, Indoor Pool

Motel 6935 NW Garfi eld Ave • Corvallis541-758-9125 • 800-4MOTEL660 Units • $55-200Daily Rates Only, Downtown Access, Small Pets, WiFi

Rodeway Inn345 NW 2nd St • Corvallis541-752-9601 • 800-553-266656 Units • $45-60Downtown Access, Small Pets, WiFi, Jacuzzi

Super 8 on the River407 NW 2nd St • Corvallis541-758-8088 • 800-800-8000101 Units • $55-95Daily & Weekly Rates, Downtown Access, Small Pets, WiFi, Indoor Pool, Jacuzzi

Towne House Motor Inn350 SW 4th St • Corvallis541-753-4496 • 800-898-449665 Units • $49-95 • See ad on page 32Daily, Weekly, Monthly Rates, Downtown Access, Small Pets, WiFi, Lounge, Restaurant

BED & BREAKFASTAlsea Valley Bed & Breakfast19237 Alsea Hwy • Alsea541-487-45262 Units • $90 Per UnitWiFi

Hanson Country Inn795 SW Hanson St • Corvallis541-752-29194 Units • $135Cable TV, Daily, Weekly, Monthly Rates,Downtown Access, Small Pets, WiFi

Harrison House Bed & Breakfast2310 NW Harrison Blvd • Corvallis541-752-6248 • 800-233-62485 Units • $121-156Internet, Downtown Access, WiFi, Exceptional Breakfast

Peggy’s Alaskan Cabbage Patch B&B194 S. 2nd St. • Lebanon541-258-17742 Units • $80-125Daily, Weekly, Monthly Rates, Internet, WiFi, Small Pets

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Applegate Guest Cottage 206 S. 15th St • Philomath 541-231-2819 1 unit • $85–125Daily, Weekly, Monthly Rates, WiFi, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Pool Table, Pets Negotiable

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Brooklane Cottage1923 SW Brooklane Dr • Corvallis 541-754-0258 1 Unit • $55-125Daily, Weekly, Monthly Rates, WiFi, Cable TV

Corvallis Depot Suites700 SW Washington Ave • Corvallis 541-754-6506 • 877-754-6506 6 Units • $60-70 • See ad on page 31Weekly & Monthly Rates, Internet, Downtown Access, WiFi

Corvallis Westend Suite1052 NW Polk Ave • Corvallis 541-758-7647 1 Unit • $65-85Daily, Weekly, Monthly Rates, Downtown Access, WiFi

Donovan Guest Houses5720 SW Donovan Pl • Corvallis 541-758-6237 2 Houses • $150 daily • See ad on this pageDaily, Weekly, Monthly Rates, Downtown Access, WiFi, Small Pets, Jacuzzi

The Gem155 NW Kings Blvd • Corvallis 541-713-7222 70 Units • $45-130 (6/20-9/14 only)Internet, Downtown Access, WiFi, Gym

Elfinwood Guest Cottage4555 SW 53rd St • Corvallis 2 Units • $79-150 541-752-0100Daily & Weekly Rates, WiFi

Hanson Country Inn, Cottage795 SW Hanson St • Corvallis 541-752-2919 1 Unit • $175Daily, Weekly, Monthly Rates, Downtown Access, Small Pets, WiFi

Leaping Lamb Farm Stay20368 Honey Grove Rd • Alsea 541-487-4966 1 Cabin • $150-250 Daily, Weekly, Monthly Rates, WiFi

River Bend Resort23650 Peoria Rd • Harrisburg 541-995-9995 19 Units • $89-159 • 95 RV Sites • $29-35WiFi, Heated Outdoor Pool, Jacuzzi

Sunflower Guest Studio 2625 SE Crystal Lake Dr • Corvallis541-760-98681 Unit • $40-$75Daily, Weekly, Monthly Rates, WiFi, Park Access

RV & CAMPING FACILITIESBenton Oaks RV & Campground110 SW 53rd St • Corvallis 541-766-6259RV, Full hook-ups, WIFI, Cable TV, Tents (seasonal), Laundry, Showers, Pets, Trailer & RV dumpsite, Daily, Weekly and Monthly Rates.

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WILDLIFEAlsea Fish Hatchery29050 Fish Hatchery Rd • Alsea541-487-7240The hatchery raises cutthroat trout and steelhead for the coastal streams. Oper-ated by the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife. Group tours available.

EE Wilson Wildlife Refuge29555 Camp Adair Rd • Corvallis541-745-5334This area combines a wildlife park and historic military training site used by 60,000 troops during WWII. It is available for day

use, picnicking, fi shing, and wildlife viewing.

Finley National Wildlife RefugeLocated 12 miles south of Corvallis541-757-7236www.fws.gov/willamettevalley/fi nleyThe Finley Refuge was established as a wintering area for Canada geese. Now the refuge provides sanctuary for elk, falcons, egrets, many other forms of wildlife and a large variety of indigenous plants.

SELF-GUIDED TOURSSelf-guided walking tour maps and bro-chures are available at the Corvallis Visitor

Center, 553 NW Harrison Blvd., Corvallis.Avery-Helm Historic DistrictAvery-Helm was offi cially granted histori-cal status in 2003. More than 60 percent of these homes were constructed during the Motor Age of 1900 to 1929, a period of prosperity and growth nationwide. This district also features six homes built in the 1870s.

Central ParkSW 6th St. & SW Monroe Ave.With a gazebo, walking paths and popular playground, Central Park is the home of the da Vinci Days Festival, the Corvallis Fall Festival, and summer concerts.

College Hill West Historic DistrictCollege Hill West Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2002 and contains more than 250 historic homes within a relatively small area. Early residents of the area included those who built Oregon State College, and 14 residents have had OSU facilities or programs named in their honor.

Fort Hoskins Historic ParkLocated off Kings Valley Hwy. 223Fort Hoskins was established in 1856 to protect and monitor the new coastal Indian reservation. Purchased by Benton County in 1991 and opened in 2002, it features a distinctive picnic shelter for public use and group rental. Fort Hoskins Historic Park showcases the park’s varied history, vegetation, and scenic views through educational interpretive displays and self-guided trails.

History of Corvallis on MP3 PlayersThis walking tour is narrated on MP3 play-ers that are available for rent at the Corval-lis Visitor Center or download for free at http://bit.ly/xAvd4e.

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FARMS ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYGathering Together Farm 25159 Grange Hall Road 541-929-4270 www.gatheringtogetherfarm.com PhilomathHazelnut Hill 27681 Nutcracker Lane 541-754-5657 www.hazelnuthill.com Corvallis

GUIDED TOURS ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYBenton County Courthouse 120 NW 9th St Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm CorvallisBeviamo Wine Tours 541-250-0747 www.beviamowinetours.com CorvallisCorvallis Pedicab 541-609-8949 www.corvallispedicab.com CorvallisHazelnut Hill 27681 Nutcracker Lane 541-754-5657 www.hazelnuthill.com CorvallisHull-Oakes Lumber Co. 23827 Dawson Road 541-424-3112 by appt. only MonroeOregon State University Campus Tours 541-737-2626 CorvallisStarker Forests 541-757-1544 800-334-8118 Reservations required BlodgettWillamette Tours & Cruises 541-207-3743 www.willamettetoursandcruises.com



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Riverfront Commemorative ParkLocated along First St. from Tyler to B AvenuesThis award-winning park highlights both the Willamette River and downtown Corvallis. Offerings include an interactive fountain, artwork, picnic areas, a skate park and the seasonal Saturday Farmers’ Market. A wide range of shops, restau-rants and art galleries are within easy walking distance.

GARDENSAvery Park Rose Gardenwww.ci.corvallis.or.us

Greengable Gardens24689 Grange Hall Road • Philomath541-929-4444 • www.greengable.com

Japanese Gardens26907 NW Sulphur Springs Rd • Corvallis 541-745-7315

Former Landscape Director of the Portland Japanese Garden, Master Gardener Masa Mizuno designed and built a beautiful strolling garden here in Corvallis. Named Ga Fu En, "Garden of Gentle Breeze," this garden is open April through September, 9am - 6pm. In addition to the 10-acre Strolling Garden, this property also offers a much smaller Japanese style tea garden,

call Roji, or "Dewy Path." This garden was designed and built by local Master Gar-dener Mike Riddle of Trillium Landscap-ing Inc. To insure the gardens are open, please call to schedule an appointment. There is no charge for visiting the gardens.

Thyme Garden20546 Alsea Hwy • Alsea541-487-8671 • www.thymegarden.com

COVERED BRIDGESCovered bridges are not exclusive to Madison County! There are three historic covered bridges in the Corvallis/Benton County area, in addition to 50 scattered throughout Oregon. For a complete listing of Oregon covered bridges visit www.covered-bridges.org.

Irish Bend Covered BridgeLocated in Corvallis across Oak Creek on the Campus Way bike path, this historic bridge is open to foot and bicycle traffi c only.

Harris Covered BridgeTwo and a half miles west of the com-munity of Wren, off Hwy. 20 on Harris Road, this bridge is currently in use. It was originally built in 1929 and has limited height clearance. Motor homes are NOT recommended.

Hayden Covered BridgeOne and a half miles west of the town of Alsea, off Hwy. 34, Hayden Bridge spans the Alsea River. It was built in 1918 and is currently in use.

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RECREATIONThere are more than 45 beautiful parks and recreational areas within Corvallis or just a short distance away. Offerings range from simple hiking and interpretive trails to fully developed areas offering camping, picnicking, barbeque grills, electricity, ball fi elds, playgrounds, boat ramps and more.

For a complete list of City and County parks visitwww.ci.corvallis.or.uswww.co.Benton.or.us

Avery ParkSW 15th St. & SW Avery Park Dr.Amenities include a rose garden with 250 va-rieties, picnic areas, group shelters, antique locomotive, softball fi elds and playgrounds.

Bald Hill ParkAccess from Oak Creek RdNatural preserve with a hiking trail to the top of Bald Hill, dog off-leash area, and multi-modal path.

Bellfountain Park18 miles south of CorvallisHas one of the longest picnic tables in the

United States, cut and milled from one continuous piece of wood at the Hull-Oakes Lumber Co. in Dawson.

Bruce Starker Arts ParkSW Country Club Dr. & SW 45th St.Offering an amphitheater, refl ecting pond, fountain, playground and bike paths.

Chip Ross ParkOff NW Highland Dr. on NW Lester Ave.Offering an amphitheater, refl ecting pond, fountain, playground and bike paths.

Jackson Frazier WetlandLocated NE of Corvallis at the north end of Lancaster St.Open throughout the year, an accessible boardwalk winds through the wetland, allowing visitors to see many plant com-munities and habitats. Interpretive signs explain the park’s natural history and watershed.

Marys Peak ViewpointLocated 16 miles west of CorvallisThe highest peak in the Coast Range, at 4,097 ft., Marys Peak offers a panoramic view from the summit and the coast’s only alpine meadow. Cross-country skiing is popular during the winter months. Day use and overnight facilities are available via the U.S. Forest Service.

Willamette ParkLocated at the end of Goodnight Rd.Willamette Park is the city’s largest park featuring natural areas, open meadows, playing fi elds, and Frisbee golf course.

EDUCATIONAL FORESTSBeazell Memorial Forest541-766-6871 • www.co.benton.or.us

McDonald Forestwww.cof.orst.edu/cf/forests/mcdonald

Peavy Arboretum 541-737-4452www.cof.orst.edu/cf/forests/arboretum

Starker ForestsGuided-tours; Wednesdaysmid-June-September, reservations required 541-757-1544 • 800-334-8118www.starkerforests.com

GOLFLush fairways and manicured greens await golf enthusiasts of all skill levels at Benton County golf courses.

Corvallis Country Club Golf Course1850 SW Whiteside Dr • Corvallis541-752-3471 www.corvalliscc.com

Diamond Woods Golf Course96040 Territorial Road • Monroe541-998-9707 • 800-559-4653www.diamondwoods.com

Marysville Golf Course, Inc.2020 SW Allen St. • Corvallis541-753-3421www.marysvillegolf.net

Trysting Tree Golf Club34028 NE Electric Rd • Corvallis541-752-3332www.trystingtree.com

FISHING, BOAT LANDINGS & CAMPGROUNDSA renowned western Oregon salmon and steel-head stream, the Alsea River fl ows over 50 miles from its headwaters in the Coast Range northwest of Eugene to the Pacifi c Ocean at Waldport. Much of the Alsea is paralleled by Oregon Hwy. 34, with a number of public boat launches along its banks. Warm water game fi shing is available in ponds and backwater areas along the Willamette River. For more information visit www.co.benton.or.us.

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On the south fork of the Alsea River. Day use picnic facilities are operated by the BLM. Excellent fi shing abounds in the Alsea River.

Benton Oaks RV & Campground110 SW 53rd St • Corvallis, 541-766-6259RV, Full hook-ups, WIFI, Cable TV, Tents (sea-sonal), Laundry, Showers, Pets, Trailer & RV dumpsite,Daily, Weekly and Monthly Rates.

Clemens ParkLocated 21 miles southwest of Corvallis on Hwy. 34Excellent fi shing, the park has a self-guid-ed interpretive trail, riverfront picnic sites, and areas for water play.

Crystal Lake Boat LandingLocated on Crystal Lake Dr.Large, modern boat landing on the Wil-lamette River.

KOA Kampground & Kamping Kabins33775 Oakville Road SW • Albany, 541-967-8521 • 800-562-8526

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Mill Creek Park 2 miles west of AlseaThis park on the Alsea River features a boat ramp, good bank fi shing and picnicking.

Salmonberry Park & Campground Located west of AlseaOpen May 15-Oct. 15. Nestled along the Alsea River, this secluded campground has a family atmosphere, camp host, wa-ter, restrooms, showers, and open com-mons/play area. The park also features a boat ramp, picnic area and nature trail.

WHERE TO FIND USCorvallis is conveniently located 10 miles west of I-5. Whether traveling north or south on Interstate 5, take the Hwy 34 exit

which reads Exit 228, “Corvallis/Oregon State University.” Corvallis is one hour from the ocean beaches and two hours from the Cascades.

TRANSPORTATION(See Grid for Additional Transportation)

Corvallis Transit SystemThe Corvallis Transit System (CTS) pro-vides bus service throughout the City of Corvallis with connections to Philomath and Albany.541-766-6998www.corvallistransit.com

Auto Taxi • 541-231-7203

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888-257-0126Omni Airport Shuttle 800-741-5097 www.omnishuttle.com Eugene

RENTAL CAR AGENCIES ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYEnterprise 1414 NW 9th St 541-758-0000 www.enterprise.com CorvallisFord Rent-A-Car 1105 NW 5th St 541-752-4201 CorvallisHertz Rental Car 1746 NW 9th St 541-758-4101 www.hertz.com Corvallis

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RELOCATIONCorvallis is a wonderful place in which to live. With a mild climate, desirable ameni-ties and vibrant cultural life, Corvallis is also a popular retirement location.

MedicalSamaritan Health Services, a network of hospitals and health care facilities in the mid-Willamette Valley and central Oregon coast, is based in Corvallis and ensures that top-quality health care is readily avail-able. At Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, state-of-the-art facilities special-izing in heart surgery and cancer treatment have been added in the last few years.

WeatherDelight in the many seasonal changes that keep our city beautiful and provide for a wide spectrum of activities throughout the year. Enjoy the colorful spring and fall as well as our pleasant summers and mild winters.

Average rainfall is 40 inches per year, which occurs primarily during the months of November – April with little to no mea-surable rainfall from July-September. The average summer temperature is 80-85 and 40 during the winter.

Air & Water QualityDue to a gap in the Oregon Coast Range, Benton County receives ocean breezes

which provide a constant air exchange and give residents the highest air quality in the Willamette Valley. The Willamette River borders the county and runs from south to north. Surface water resources are among the best in the state.

Media

• Television: 5 area stations

• Cable: includes - HBO, Showtime, Disney, Cinemax, Encore and Starz

• Radio: 6 regional stations

• Newspaper: Daily - Corvallis Gazette-Times; OSU Barometer

Libraries

• Oregon State University Libraries

• Linn-Benton County Library

• Corvallis-Benton County Public Library

Taxes

• No sales tax

• Income tax — Personal income tax is 9 percent

• User fees — Oregon has very few licensing and user fees

• Property tax is based on assessed value


PERFORMING ARTS ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYChamber Music Corvallis www.violins.org CorvallisCorvallis OSU Symphony Orchestra 541-737-4061 www.symphony.peak.org CorvallisCorvallis Repertory Singers 541-753-2106 www.repsing.org CorvallisCorvallis Youth Symphony www.cysassoc.org CorvallisLaSells Stewart Center www.oregonstate.edu/lasells CorvallisMajestic Theatre 541-738-7469 www.majestic.org CorvallisOSU Music Department 541-737-4061 www.oregonstate.edu/dept/music CorvallisOSU Theater Department 541-737-2853 541-737-2784 box offi ce Corvallis



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EDUCATIONBenton County Public Schools - k-12

Alsea School District 7jhttp://www.alsea.k12.or.us/

Corvallis School District 509jwww.csd509j.net

Monroe School District 1jhttp://www.monroe.k12.or.us/

Philomath School District 17jhttp://www.philomath.k12.or.us/

HIGHER EDUCATIONLinn-Benton Community Collegewww.linnbenton.eduLinn-Benton Community College is a two-year public college that offers more than 60 career and technical programs. LBCC is the sixth-larg-est community college in Oregon, with more than 24,000 students served each year. The college offers the LBCC/OSU Degree Partner-ship Program, which provides dual enrollment services to students.

Oregon State Universitywww.oregonstate.eduWith an enrollment of more than 23,000 students, OSU is an integral part of the lo-cal community. A premier research facility, OSU offers bachelors, masters and doc-toral degrees in a variety of fi elds including forestry, agriculture, fi sheries, engineering, liberal arts and the sciences.

RELOCATION OR RETIREMENT LINKS• Visit Corvallis

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• Corvallis Senior Centerwww.ci.corvallis.or.us

• City of Corvalliswww.ci.corvallis .or.us

• Benton Countywww.co.benton.or.us

• Corvallis Area Chamber of Commercewww.corvallischamber.com

• Corvallis Gazette-Timeswww.gazettetimes.com

• Retirement Communitieswww.oregonseniors.com

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PLACES OF WORSHIP ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE CITYBENTON COUNTYBeit Am Jewish Community 625 NW 36th St (541) 753-0067 www.beitam.org CorvallisCalvary Chapel of Corvallis 2125 NW Lester Ave (541) 752-2851 www.calvarycorvallis.org CorvallisCircle Church of Christ 2020 NW Circle Blvd (541) 758-4456 www.2020circle.com CorvallisCorvallis Evangelical Church 1525 NW Kings Blvd (541) 757-1755 www.evch.org CorvallisEpiscopal Church of the Good Samaritan 333 NW 35th St (547) 757-6647 www.goodsamchurch-episcopal.org CorvallisFirst Church of Christ Scientist NW 17th & Van Buren (541) 752-0022 www.christiansciencecorvallis.org CorvallisFirst Church of Christ Scientist Reading 468 SW Madison (541) 753-5840 CorvallisFirst Congregational United Church of Christ 4515 SW West Hills Rd (547) 757-8122 www.ucc-corvallis.org CorvallisGrant Avenue Baptist Church 1625 NW Grant Ave (541) 757-7497 www.grantavebc.org CorvallisRe:new Church 1677 SW 35th Street (541) 740-2576 www.renewcorvallis.com CorvallisShepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church 2650 NW Highland Dr (541) 753-2816 www.svlc-corvallis.org CorvallisSt. Mary's Catholic Church 501 NW 25th St (541) 757-1988 www.smcatholic.com CorvallisSuburban Christian Church 2760 SW 53rd St (541) 753-2802 www.suburbanchurch.com CorvallisUnitarian Universalist Fellowship 2945 NW Circle Blvd (541) 752-5219 www.uucorvallis.org CorvallisZion Lutheran Church 2745 NW Harrison Blvd (541) 757-0946 CorvallisPrince of Peace Community Church 7234 NE Arnold Ave (541) 745-5840 www.mypopchurch.com Adair VillagePeace Lutheran Church 2540 Applegate (541) 929-5504 PhilomathLINN COUNTYFirst Evangelical Church 1332 1st Ave SE (541) 926-2635 www.albanyfi rstevangelical.org AlbanyGood Shepherd Lutheran Church 1910 34th Ave SE (541) 926-4875 AlbanyHill Street Church of Christ 1805 Hill St SE (541) 926-0606 www.church-of-christ.org AlbanyImmanuel Lutheran Church 154 Madison St SE (541) 926-3495 AlbanyInspiration Ministries Community Fellowship 7101 SW Supra Dr Ste E (541) 928-3225 www.iphc.org AlbanySt. Alban Episcopal Church 1730 Hill St (541) 967-7051 www.stalbansoregon.net AlbanySt. Mary's Catholic Church 822 Ellsworth SW (541) 926-1449 www.stmarysalbany.com AlbanyCrabtree Christian Church 37650 Crabtree Rd (541) 619-8688 www.crabtreechurch.com CrabtreeOakville Presbyterian Church 29970 Church Dr (541) 758-0647 www.oakvillechurch.org SheddGrace Bible Fellowship 33990 McFarland Rd (541) 924-0270 www.gbfalbany.com Tangent


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