Gorge Giggin’ Guide - June 9-15

The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is back with an amazing array of local and regional shows this week! Classic Rock Zep Cover Band Zepparella is in town, a Fab Four tribute is in Cascade Locks, and we can even tell you about a Free Jazz Concert at what must be the most Unique Venue in The Dalles! Check out The Guide and Get Out There!


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Graduation week arrives across the Columbia Gorge

Hundreds of seniors across the Columbia Gorge will walk across commencement stages this week as schools in The Dalles, Hood River, White Salmon and Goldendale celebrate the Class of 2026 and prepare to close out the academic year for summer break.

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Oregon residents get free parking at state parks on June 6 for State Parks Day

Oregon residents can visit state parks across the state without paying day-use parking fees on Saturday, June 6, as Oregon celebrates the annual State Parks Day tradition. The event also coincides with Oregon’s free fishing weekend, giving families in the Gorge an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors at little or no cost.

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Stay Vigilant this Summer to Reduce Human-Caused Wildfires

Statewide fire restrictions remain in effect for all Bureau of Land Management public lands throughout Oregon and Washington, and many local regions have additional restrictions in place.

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Gorge Giggin’ Guide - May 26 - June 1

The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is putting you on High Alert for Music, Music and More Music! The Grand Dalles Music Festival is here, and Music Gigs are springing up faster than Gorge Wildflowers. Get Ready to Dance, Get Ready to Sing, and Get Out There!


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Gorge Giggin’ Guide - May 19-25

This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is bringing you all of the Best Gigs leading up to he Unofficial Start to Summer! We’re Celebrating Anniversaries, bringing you Regional Bluegrass Festivals, and all of the music to lead up to the gatherings planned on Memorial Day to honor those who died serving in the military. Get Out There!


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Search and Rescue Teams Are Now Better Equipped to Save Lives

The Crag Rats, PNWSAR, and Portland Mountain Rescue have formed Search and Rescue Advance Life Support (SAR ALS) teams. This skilled group of volunteer paramedics, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician associates, and doctors provides advanced medical care in remote locations where conventional services cannot easily reach.

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Gorge Giggin’ Guide - May 12-18

This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is bringing you Diversity - whether it’s the Community Celebrations of Maupin Daze or a chance to catch Authentic Irish Music - The Gorge is an Equal Opportunity List of Gigs you Need to Experience! Get Out There!


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