The Grand Truffle Dinner at the Oregon Truffle Festival
Whispers of excitement filled the air as 300 people stood crowded in the foyer of the Hilton Eugene waiting to enter the Playwright Ballroom. This January, I st... Read More...
Tracy Ellen Beard
The Artistic Side of Grand Junction Colorado
Expressions of human creativity, or art, stretch a multitude of boundaries in Grand Junction, Colorado. Local art includes delightful things to sip, delicious c... Read More...
Exhilarating and Eclectic Sonoma County, California
Sonoma County, California is known for its incredible wine offerings, but it has so much more for visitors. On a recent visit, I found exhilarating and eclectic... Read More...
Wander British Columbia: See How Seafood Lands on Your Plate
Seafood lovers abound in every corner of the world. As populations continue to grow, seafood farmers and purveyors in British Columbia, Canada, continually incr... Read More...
Have a Perfect Pairing at Valley of the Moon Winery at Madrone Estate
Treating yourself and a friend to a scrumptious wine and food pairing that includes a fun yet informative winery tour is one of the most delicious and delightfu... Read More...
Five Beautiful Sights to Discover on the Mighty Saint Lawrence
In June 2017 I discovered five beautiful destinations along the Saint Lawrence River: Quebec City, Tadoussac, the Saguenay Fjord, the Reford Gardens, and the Ma... Read More...
Tracy Ellen Beard
Contributing Writer
Tracy Ellen Beard is a Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon based freelance writer specializing in travel, dining, wine, adventure, non-profits, and alternative medicine. She is an avid outdoorsman who takes pleasure in hiking, skiing, backpacking, and cycling. As the founder and past president of an international children's non-profit, Tracy’s travels have taken her all over the world. Her fifteen years of experience writing in various genres has added to her expertise. Tracy writes for Northwest Travel & Life, Meeting News Northwest, Luxe Beat Magazine and several other publications. She is a member of the AWAI (American Writers and Artists Inc.) and the ITWPA (International Travel Writers and Photographers Alliance).