Being a So. California escapee, I came to So. Oregon by choice, looking for a better quality of life. Below are some of the things that attracted me. Are they of interest to you?

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1. PEOPLE - even in our cities the small town atmosphere still exists, genuinely friendly & sincere people of all ages. Best of all - not "too" many people, you judge your commutes by miles, not hours, and at a much lower stress level!
2. WEATHER - all four seasons, but generally mild winters. Average rainfall of 19-29" (we are protected from most of the heavy winter storms/rainfall by the Coastal Mountain Range). Lots of clean, fresh air!

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3. NATURAL BEAUTY - Enjoy the surrounding mountain vistas, the pastoral valley floors, the many rivers & creeks and, even stop on occasion to let a doe & her fawns cross the road.
Crater Lake National Park
Butte Creek Mill
Oregon Caves National Monument
Rogue River
4. RECREATION - From the mighty Rogue River to the many lakes & mountains, nature provides a spectacular year round playground enhanced by campgrounds, golf courses, resorts and a network of state, county & city parks. Ski & golf in the same day!
Eagle Point Golf Course
Golf in the Rogue Valley
Rogue River Jet Boat Trips
Mt. Ashland Ski Area
Oregon Hiking Trails
Rogue River Fishing Report

5. OPPORTUNITY - the Rogue Valley has & will continue to grow, attracting families & retirees as well as entrepreneurial type of people who see the opportunities that accompany growth & want to be a part of it.

Jackson County Online

6. EDUCATION - both Southern Oregon University & Rogue Community College are local & very active in the community.
Oregon State Education Department
Rogue Valley Schools
7. GOVERNMENT - is responsive to the people! In Oregon and especially in Jackson County, they still believe in government of the people, by the people & for the people.
Oregon State Government Home Page
Jackson County Online
City of Ashland
City of Central Point
City of Eagle Point

 

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