Day 2: Riding the John Day River valley
Day two of our journeys in eastern Oregon included an introduction to the charms and secrets of the John Day River.
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Day two of our journeys in eastern Oregon included an introduction to the charms and secrets of the John Day River.
The descent into Cottonwood Canyon State Park.(Photos by Jonathan Maus/BikePortland) What’s better than riding the dreamy roads of eastern Oregon with a handful of good friends? How about door-to-door support for you and your entire group on board on air-conditioned shuttle bus that’s stocked with yummy drinks and snacks? Fortunately, as I found this past … Read more
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