Southern Oregon's charming communities boast trendy restaurants, interesting shops and outdoor farmers' and artisans' markets. Enjoy Tony award winning theater and international film festival, dozens of local wineries, year round in and outdoor musical performances. World class white water rafting opportunities attract visitors from aroud the world. There is easy access to mountain lakes, ski and snowboarding resorts, ocean beaches, the California Redwoods, Crater Lake National Park and the Pacific Crest Trail. There are excellent public and private schools including a community college and a university. The beautiful 4 1/2 hour drive to Portland is pleasant, with only minimal traffic. The user friendly regional airport offers direct flights to the major cities in the West.