10 Surefire Signs You Have Strong Roots In Oregon

Oregon is a magical, beautiful, green, rainy, weird, wonderful state. We’re rife with beavers and ducks, forests and waterways, cloudy skies, snowy mountains, sunny summers, and so much more. Our spirit is creative, adventurous, kind, and fun!

Honestly, I can’t get enough of my home state. Are you a true Oregonian, too? Find out with 10 surefire signs that you have strong roots in Oregon! And if you want to show your true Oregon colors check out the Wear Your Roots brand to represent OR.

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Yes, we only have an average of 144 sunny days each year. However, we don't let the rain or gloomy skies stop us from having fun. In fact, we know that those inches of rain make the incredible green beauty around us—and the snow on our mountains.

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If your roots run deep in Oregon, you know that there are many many types of rain, from mist to drizzle to full-on atmospheric rivers. And you're not surprised to see many of them—plus some breaks of sun—all in one day!

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Oregonians love to be out in nature. Whether it's going on a camping trip or backpacking adventure, skiing or rafting, kicking a soccer ball, or just walking around the block, we take full advantage of this beautiful state.

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Oregonians either bleed green or orange depending on their affiliation with University of Oregon or Oregon State University.

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Vegetarians and vegans are very well represented in our state, as are aficionados of microbrews, coffee, jo-jos (fried and spiced potato wedges), hazelnuts, and organic, locally-sourced cuisine.

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Gorgeous waterways abound in Oregon, and true Oregonians frequent our rivers, lakes, and the Pacific Ocean. But those with the deepest Oregon roots can't get enough of our bounty of waterfalls.

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Well, maybe not never, but true Oregonians only use an umbrella if the rain is really coming down. And it's a badge of honor to never use one at all!

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Our state is blessed with countless beautiful green spaces—and time between the trees gives us energy, wisdom, and joy.

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True Oregonians scoff at the idea that shorts are only for summer or sunny days. In fact, you'll see us wearing shorts in every kind of weather.

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Yes, we've got a Boring, Oregon, but our state is anything but!

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Leave a comment to let me know other surefire signs you’ve got deep roots in Oregon.