This is a great park! Not too many people - and lots of dog walking areas - as well as a fenced in…read morearea for your dog to run off-leash. Right along the river, with plenty of restrooms & picnic areas. Play equipment for kids, too. It is beautiful here!!

I really try hard to make sure that all of my reviews are fair and balanced. The main reason that I…read morewrite on Yelp is to try and help other people. Normally I would take off stars when things merit that, but because my overall experience here was so good and the joy I felt definitely seems to outweigh all the negatives, I just can't give the Cascades Raptor Center aything less than five stars. Let me go through the negatives with you first though because there are a few: Parking can be ... an adventure . The center sits at the top of the hill with a very small steep road leading up to a tiny parking lot. As many of the other reviews have noted, if you have anything larger than a midsized vehicle, I would not recommend attempting to use their parking lot. We tried originally and realized immediately that was a mistake, then turned around and parked at the trailhead across the street. We had to walk across a busy street and make it up that steep steep hill. I'm not going to lie, I was dying by the time I reached the entrance . But to be fair, I think most people are in better shape than I am :) so hopefully you'll be fine. They also have a very strict no dogs rule which I completely understand based on the venue. However, that means you cannot have even the smallest dog in the car or anywhere on the premises. Even the sight or sound of a dog can be stressful for the birds. So it totally makes sense to me that they're putting the animals first, but as someone who travels with her dog, it's important for you to know before coming . Lastly, I think the price is absolutely worth it. We paid $32 for two adults and I feel I got my money's worth but cost is important to a lot of people so I do feel the need to mention it. Having got all that out of the way, we had an amazing time here! We spent around an hour here at closing time and honestly I could have stayed a lot longer. Staff were very sweet and said that we could keep wandering around even after close if we wanted to because it takes them a while to get everything shut down and many of them are volunteers. There is no way I would have done that because I value people's time, but it is sweet of them to offer and they really seem to love and care for these animals deeply. I enjoyed speaking to many of them and they were all kind and informative. One of the things I appreciated most was learning about each resident and why they are there. These animals aren't on display for entertainment. They are ambassadors helping people understand and appreciate birds of prey. This organization rehabilities injured raprors, cares for many birds that to cannot be in the wild any longer and help utilize themto educate the public. The absolute sweetheart of my visit was Lethe, a turkey vulture who casually walked right up to us like we were old friends. I never expected one of my favorite interactions to be with a turkey vulture, but he absolutely stole my heart. Hans, the Eurasian eagle owl, was breathtaking. His enormous orange eyes were mesmerizing and I could have stood there watching him for hours. He is a stunning bird and to see him up close was incredible. I was also very excited to see Francis the magpie. My husband loves owls and that is why we came here, but magpies are my favorite birds so imagine my surprise when I saw her. Francis is actually not a raptor, she's a corvid, but she is a rescue and as the centers only non-rafter resident ,they also use her as an education ambassador. It was a challenge to try and get any good photos of any of the birds so although I'm attaching photos as always, you should understand that they don't do justice to actually being there. Because it was hard to get good photos and because of all of the other challenges that I have listed, if I was reviewing the raptor center completely objectively, I would probably give it three stars, maybee less honestly, but there is an element of community and learning and magic and hope and beauty here that just cannot be boiled down to an unequivocal rating. I would come here again every time, and all the time, and I highly recommend this stop if you're in the area and at all interested in birds or any kind of animal rescue and rehabilitation. .

My wife and I stopped by during the Eugene Marathon weekend. Being over 30, we understand that…read morebirds are cool. There were 31 birds with their own exhibits. Admission was $16/person, but well worth it for the experience. There are informative displays about each species and also each individual bird.

Wanna start working out beginners level? DO NOT GO HERE…read moreTHEN! I just wanted to try the place out, now I have a YEAR CONTRACT and it's still charging me. I've tried email and calling but you have to be in person to cancel. Even been in person twice but they still haven't canceled!!! Expect to pay $100 if you wanna cancel also.

From the owner: We are a family owned community gym that specializes in fitness classes, Nia dance classes,…read morepersonal training and offering a high quality health club experience.

This local fish store is a true little gem. The owner is very knowledgeable in the hobby and his…read moreanimals and plants show a reflection of his calming but vibrant personality.

I have been going to the Nautilus for my tropical fish for at least 14 years. In a market in which…read morethere used to be several small, locally-owned fish stores, this is now one of only two left and I do not visit the others anymore. Maybe at some point I will review them to say why, but for now, let's focus on why I like this place. Pros: ===================== -This is a fish store, not a pet store. You won't find dog poop bags as one reviewer was searching for, nor will you find lizards, or kittens... you get the point. You will get an owner that knows something about fish. -Because he knows about fish, you can trust his advice and input. -If you want a particular plant, or fish, he can probably get it for you. And, unlike one of his competitors, he actually follows through. -His prices are very, very fair for his stock. The importance of this in a market increasingly dominated by big box pet store cannot be overstated. -I have never gotten a fish disease from his store. I cannot say the same for either big box chain. Cons: ====================== -This is a small owner/operator business. He has faced a lot of challenges since COVID and his stock is not what it once was. But this could change if hobbyists like me stick with the fish store in our community. -There is one person, the owner, doing almost everything on the at least 50 tanks he has running. Yes, I do see an occasional dead fish, but I can say the same of pretty much every fish store I have been in. And they all had multiple employees. In the final analysis this is my go to fish store. If you are a FISH person, rather than a show tank person - or just a casual pet person, it should be yours too.

I was slowly starting to realize that Hazelnuts were a serious thing during our most recent trip to…read moreOregon. I decided I really wanted to have a Hazelnut experience. This coming from a girl who is obsessed with Cranberry bogs. I just love all things farming. I found us the largest orchard to visit in the Eugene area and it was spectacular. We came after brunch and walked around for a good while, admiring several of the orchards and trails. If I lived in the area I'd be here every single day. I typically walk 6-8 miles a day and nearly everyone here had a four legged friend with them, it felt like a little slice of heaven on earth. The trails were so peaceful and serene, the river flowing through in the back. It was complete tranquility. Great bird watching too! It's hard to believe a place so beautiful is free. I am most appreciative for the opportunity to spend some time here.

I'm really impressed with the attention to trails this season. They've done a wonderful job!!…read moreBeautiful and serene.

We couldn't be happier with Christefanie Ranch. My horse is truly thriving here. He looks…read morehealthier, happier, and more relaxed than ever. The pastures are absolutely amazing, spacious, green, and clearly well cared for. You can tell the horses come first. I'm so grateful to have found a place where my horse is this content and well looked after. Highly recommend!

Everyone was so friendly when I went for my first time in 2021 and I had a great time. I also…read morewanted to shout out their customer service. We paid for the video package but forgot to download the videos initially and they were able to still provide access 6 months and even almost 5 years from our jump date. Thank you!

Excellent communication before and day of the skydive. Super friendly people with cool dogs too!!…read more What a thrill, I would HIGHLY recommend this business. First timers that had a GREAT day.

Alex is an beautiful person inside and out. She has such a calming energy which is exactly what you…read moreneed in birth or postpartum. I only hired her for postpartum however I really wish I had because I had such a great experience with her. She really cares about helping you heal and recover, and she's amazing with babies too It's a beautiful feeling to be able to feel so comfortable in someone's presence even when you just met them. She really helped me navigate postpartum and first time motherhood with zero judgment and understanding. For that I am forever grateful & recommend her to everyone.

Alexandra (Lexi) was the perfect doula for us! I knew I wanted to choose her pretty immediately…read moreafter our initial phone call (and she was the first doula I had interviewed!) I loved how easily available she was for questions or when I needed to update her on how my appointments were going. Whenever I had a concern, she knew exactly what I needed to hear. I felt very safe and secure around her very quickly. I knew I could trust her wisdom and experience. My birth story was what I had envisioned and Lexi was a big contributor to making that happen. She really worked hard during my labor to make sure I was as comfortable as possible and taken care of. She knew how to perform hip squeezes properly (thanks for trying hubby!) and that was one of the biggest interventions that helped with the contractions. Lexi worked together with my husband to make sure he knew what his role was, whether it was providing me water, food, or physical/emotional support. She was also a huge advocate for me while the hospital staff tried to persuade me to do things that weren't in my birth plan. Lexi was kind enough to take multiple photos of the labor process and I will cherish them forever. With her package, she includes one postpartum visit. It was so nice to debrief with her about the whole labor. She even brought me lactation cookies (which really work and are super delicious!), loose leaf tea, and some healing herbs to include in a nice bath. I loved getting to work with her for this life experience and I will definitely contact her again when we plan on our next child. Thank you Lexi!!