By Nadav MouallemJuly 2018
As the sun sets on our 12-week season in Lakeview, Oregon, we can’t help but reflect on all we have learned and experienced while living in ‘Oregon’s Tallest Town.’ From the onset, Lakeview presented a stark contrast to life in the Wilamette Valley–with a population of only 2,400 and a severe lack of Subaru Outbacks, we knew we were in for a different experience. But as we explored Lakeview and connected with its community, we felt a sense of camaraderie and simplistic beauty unlike anywhere else. Lakeview, Oregon, has been a gracious host to us.
Our season was filled with new experiences, challenges, and unknowns. Whether we were looking for a new rare plant species, trying to navigate the rugged backcountry roads of the high desert, or identifying an unknown plant species, our season was filled with adventure and erudition.
