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< PreviousCONTENTS departments 20 18 22 24 12 Creative’s Letter 104 Local Lens 96 88 102 GREAT ESCAPE REGULARS Up On The Roof Carlita’s at The Gordon White Gold Four wines perfect for summer Fischer Tips Lawn maintenance COMMUNITY PULSE 67 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT The People’s Muralist Bayne Gardner renders natural scenes in urban landscapes EARTH GOURMET Chitchat City Buzz around town Eugene Diaries Fertility Community Hero MECCA: Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts Duck Sports Jackson Shelstad Domaine Serene Winery Unforgettable wine experiences 60 91 Meet Your Maker Alden’s Organic 74 HOME From The Ashes Heartfelt living in Veneta Oudoor Living Jennifer Castile is on a mission: one house at a time 82 91 74 HEALTH & WELLNESS Urban Oasis Portland’s CASCADA 50 Prevention Over Premiums Five holistic steps 58 96 8 EUGENE MAGAZINE | SUMMER 2025LOCAL MARKET EXPERTS EXPERIENCE • REPUTATION • COMMUNITY Contact us today for a market analysis of your home and to learn more about the distinguished services we provide. Award Winning Moshofsky Real Estate Team Serving Eugene, Corvallis & Surrounding Areas Teresa Moshofsky 541.915.2335 TMosofskyRealEstate@gmail.com Laura Moshofsky 541.914.7946 Laura@MoshofskyRealEstate.com Rebecca Swing 541.556.2527 SwingOnHomeRealEstate@gmail.com An independently owned and operated franchise 888 Crest Drive - Pending .66 acres and South Eugene schools Call Laura Moshofsky for details 541.914.7946 1575 Fairmont Blvd. - SOLD $860,000. Close to the UO.CREATIVE’S LETTER S UMMER IN OREGON INVITES US TO SLOW DOWN, breathe deeply, and savor the richness of our communities. In this issue, we turn our lens toward two destinations that offer quintessential warm-weather escapes: the vibrant, ever- evolving city of Springfield and the serene, memory-soaked shores of Fern Ridge Reservoir. Each tells a different story of summer— one bustling with festivals and food trucks, the other echoing with the splash of water and the sizzle of a lakeside barbecue. Just 20 minutes apart, these places offer completely different experiences—yet both remind us that you don’t have to go far to feel transported. Whether you’re tubing down the river or strolling through a block party, summer is about being present. It’s about tradition and spontaneity, about soaking in the golden light with the people you love. We especially enjoyed diving into the lake life of Fern Ridge and meeting longtime campers, locals, and nature lovers who’ve made this place part of their story. Putting that piece together felt like being invited into a beloved tradition. Of course, the adventures don’t stop there. Venture a little farther for a wellness escape at Portland’s lush urban sanctuary, CASCADA, or sip your way through the Dundee Hills with an exceptional wine experience at Domaine Serene. From outdoor living trends by local designer Jennifer Castile to cool scoops from Alden’s Organic and rooftop drinks at Carlita’s, you’ll find fresh ideas to help you enjoy summer both indoors and out. We also spotlight local creatives, hidden gems, and heartfelt stories that reflect the diverse spirit of our region. So grab a glass, a floatie, or a fork, whatever helps you embrace this sunny chapter. However you summer, we hope this issue inspires you to make it count. Group Classes Personal Sessions 2501 W 11th Ave Eugene, OR 97402 Functional Fitness & Dance for Adults 18-80+ rebellemovementstudio.com 1601 Willamette Street, Eugene, OR 97401 541/953-6206 thestclairs.co In addition to our record sales, our reputation comes from the service we provide to each of our clients whether a buyer or seller. 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CLAIR Anthony is bedazzled by the array of summer recreation options, community events, and new businesses in Springfield (page 26). Whether in a friend’s sailboat or kayaking with his wife and two kids, the water of Fern Ridge is dear to Anthony’s heart (page 38). After all that, a soak at a quiet, underground spa in Portland sounds like the perfect way to recharge on a couple’s weekend (page 50). MECCA RAY-ROUSE Mecca Ray-Rouse is a freelance writer and photographer with a focus on the outdoors. When she’s not behind the lens or crafting stories, she works part-time as a veterinary assistant— a role that reflects her deep love for animals. For a recent escape, Mecca ventured to the Dundee Hills to experience the elegance of Domaine Serene Winery (page 60). JEREMY BRONSON Jeremy is an award- winning commercial and editorial photographer, filmmaker, and designer, with published work in both regional and national press. His work focuses on the arts, architecture, technology, culture, and portraits of people from all walks of life. See his work in our feature story, Summer in Springfield (page 26). CHERYL RADE Cheryl Rade is a freelance writer who covers everything from new restaurants to local artists and entrepreneurs. She enjoys traveling, baking for loved ones, and practicing yoga and Pilates. She cherishes time with her grandchildren, Jude and Ace. In this issue, Cheryl spoke with Chris and Megan McGowan about their homebuilding journey (page 74), interviewed Jennifer Castile of Jennifer James, Inc. on outdoor living trends (page 82), and covered Carlita’s rooftop Mexican cuisine (page 91) and Alden’s Organic ice cream (page 96). 14 EUGENE MAGAZINE | SUMMER 2025What if your idea started a program that saved thousands of acres from wildfire? What if you funded a school lunch program that fed the next generation of Oregonian ingenuity? 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