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Spring in the Pacific Northwest

Spring is absolutely STUNNING.  When you live in such a perfect area, Spring only improves everything. The trees are sprouting new fanciful greens creating a dappled background for the flowers. Flowers are blossoming everywhere. It looks like an easter palette exploded over life. Gardens are coming back to life. Great time for a springtime wildflower hike in the gorge.

Check out some pictures from the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival in Woodburn, OR.





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