Been gorgeous in Corvallis lately...

We've had a bunch of sunny days in a row, and it's been beautiful in Corvallis. 

Here's a shot of the multi-purpose trail at Bald Hill Park  (from the Reservoir Rd entrance). Bald Hill is a great place to go hiking,  and the paved path is often part of the bicycle route my wife and I take.

Thinking about planting trees? Here are some tips....

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  When's the Best Time to Plant Trees?

  Plant trees at the right time and they’re more likely to thrive. Here’s when to plant so you get the most value from your landscaping investment. Read

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To sell your house quickly and for more money, curb appeal can help greatly, here's some tips...

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  8 Tips for Adding Curb Appeal and Value to Your Home

  Here are eight ways to help your home put its best face forward. Read

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How much mortgage can you actually afford? Here's some tips to think about....

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  4 Tips to Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford

  By knowing how much mortgage you can handle, you can ensure that homeownership will fit in your budget. Read

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Change-up time...

I took this photo on a night dive a number of years back. It's one of my favorite shots I've taken underwater.

Some little tricks can actually help your appliances last longer...

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  How to Help Your Appliances Last Longer

  Do your appliances die before their time? Here are ways to keep them humming longer. Read

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How to take care of your washer and dryer... and how to save some energy in the laundry...

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  10 Tips for Saving Energy in the Laundry Room

  Knowing how to save energy while doing laundry is a good start to helping you trim energy costs in your home. Read
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  How to Care for Your Washer and Dryer

  Keep your clothes washer and dryer running efficiently and reliably with this simple maintenance routine. Read

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Beautiful days in Corvallis earlier this week...

These were taken up at the top of 29th street in Corvallis at the Timberhill Natural Area.  After a handful of sunny days another front is passing through, we should be seeing sunny days more frequently ahead.

Benton County Oregon has the lowest unemployment rate in the state...

I saw this article and thought I'd pass it along....  Click here to go to a Gazette Times article on the unemployment rate.