Introducing Eugene
Full of youthful energy, liberal politics, alternative lifestyles and fun-loving atmosphere, Eugene also offers fine restaurants, riverside bike paths and several lovely parks. Nicknamed ‘Tracktown, ’ the city is the birthplace of Nike and famous for its track-and-field champions. Environmental issues are a big deal here, and Eugene was a hotbed of hippie counterculture in the 1960s, hosting major protests during the Vietnam War (Ken Kesey grew up in the area). Today, many local radicals have found new careers as business owners in upscale developments around town.
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The region around Eugene has plenty of outdoor recreation and several world-class wineries. For more information there’s the Convention & Visitors Association of Lane County (541-484-5307, 800-547-5445; www.visitlanecounty.com; 754 Olive St; 8am-5pm Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm Sat & Sun).
Last updated: Apr 17, 2009
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