Dark Sky Tourism Learning Community evening event at OMSI
Join the Oregon Dark Sky Tourism Learning Community for a special event at OMSI’s Kendall Planetarium on Sunday evening, April 13 from 6-8:30 p.m. Connect with others in the tourism industry interested in preserving and promoting Oregon’s dark skies, learn about the latest developments and opportunities for dark sky tourism in Oregon, and expand your knowledge through a special program celebrating Oregon’s magnificent dark skies curated by planetarium director Jim Todd.
Heavy appetizers and refreshments will be provided during a networking reception from 6-6:45 p.m., followed by programming in the planetarium. Registration for this event is separate from the Oregon Governor’s Conference on Tourism and space is limited. Reserve your spot.
Looking for more information on dark sky tourism? Visit industry.traveloregon.com/darkskies to access industry resources or request a personal consultation with a dark sky expert.
On Location: Spotlight on Film Tourism
Oregon has a rich history in film production, with over 700 films shot in locations across the state, including favorites such as The Goonies, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Stand by Me, Twilight and so many more. But the value of a film set doesn’t end when production wraps. We spoke with Jane Ridley, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Community Programs at Oregon Film, about the legacy a movie crew leaves behind when it packs up—and how communities can benefit from being on the Oregon Film Trail map.
Q2 Earned Media Coverage Report and Winter What’s New
Travel Oregon’s Press Room features quarterly highlights of consumer, industry and international media coverage, secured through strategic pitching efforts and press trips. Check out the Q2 Earned Media Coverage Report and browse past reports.
Looking for compelling media angles? The latest Winter What’s New in Oregon features exciting new hotels, restaurants, events and accessible travel experiences. Produced and distributed quarterly to domestic and international media, What’s New offers a glimpse into Oregon’s latest offerings.
Questions? Contact allison@traveloregon.com.
Oregon Tourism Commission meeting recording available
If you missed last week’s Oregon Tourism Commission meeting on Feb. 24, you can watch the recordings on Travel Oregon’s industry YouTube channel and view all presentations online.
Oregon Food Systems x Tourism Learning Community meeting
Travel Oregon is excited to announce the first convening of a Food Systems and Tourism Learning Community! This collaborative space aims to bring together small farms, extension services and food system organizations from across Oregon with local and statewide tourism partners. Collaboration between these two industries is paramount and offers the opportunity to elevate local food through tourism efforts while strengthening the roots of those who feed Oregon communities.
Conversation with Funders hosts virtual and in-person sessions
Travel Oregon will be participating in a virtual funders panel scheduled from 3-5:30 p.m. on Thurs., March 6 as part of the Oregon Cultural Trust’s 2025 Conversation with Funders event. Attend the session to learn more about Travel Oregon’s Competitive Grants program or join other funders from across the state to learn about their programs and discuss your project ideas.
Participating funders include: Oregon Cultural Trust, Oregon Arts Commission, Oregon Heritage, Oregon Humanities, State of Oregon Library, the Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation, the Nonprofit Association of Oregon, the Spirit Mountain Community Fund, the Regional Arts and Culture Council, the Multnomah County Cultural Coalition and the Oregon Community Foundation.
Travel Oregon will only be participating in the virtual event, but other funders will be meeting in person across the state through March 21.Check each location for participating funders and register at the links below; registration is strongly encouraged.
- March 6, 3- 5:30 p.m. Conversation with Funders: Virtual Event
- March 10, 1-4 p.m. Conversation with Funders: Eugene
- March 11, 1- 4 p.m. Conversation with Funders: Portland
- March 13, 1-4 p.m. Conversations with Funders: Pendleton
- March 18, 1-4 p.m. Conversations with Funders: Coos Bay
- March 19, 1-4 p.m. Conversations with Funders: Ashland
- March 21, 1-4 p.m. Conversations with Funders: Sisters