Almost every town in the U.S. has some kind of Fourth of July celebration, but let’s face it—some towns get in the spirit of the holiday more than others. If you want to try something new this year, consider taking a day trip to a neighboring village and enjoy a new activity. For instance, Baker City is celebrating the Fourth like the pioneers once did, complete with “black powder shooting.” Go see a Civil War Reenactment in Gervais or attend a rodeo in St. Paul. OregonTravelDaily.com has already done the work for you with their comprehensive list of activities around the state.For those who plan to spend the Fourth in the Portland area, there is no shortage of happenings to choose from. You can catch classic fireworks displays either post-baseball game at PGE Park or at the return of Fort Vancouver's Independence Day celebration. And for the music lovers there is the Portland Blues Festival, the 2nd largest blues festival in the country, right along the waterfront downtown.
If you're in Bend for the Fourth then we have just two words for you: Pilot Butte. Each year we all await 'the butte' catching fire!! Yet, it really only happened once or twice. Thank you, Bend Fire Department. Pilot Butte State Park is located in the center of town and sets a perfect stage from back yards close up and atop roofs from afar. The fire works begin at 10:00 p.m. so find yourself at a friends BBQ and enjoy the show. If you're looking for a reason to indulge in potato salad carbs this Fourth, get your heart pumping with the Spark Your Heart 5k Run/Walk at 9:15 a.m. in The Old Mill District.Cheers!
-@ccgPR
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