What is the state of Oregon?

Capital: Salem

Region: Pacific Northwest

Area: 98,381 sq mi (254,805 sq km)

Population: 4.23 million (2019)

Nicknames: Beaver State, Pacific Wonderland

Motto: "She Flies with Her Own Wings"

State Song: "Oregon, My Oregon"

State Tree: Douglas Fir

State Flower: Oregon Grape

State Bird: Western Meadowlark

State Fish: Chinook Salmon

State Animal: Beaver

State Fruit: Pear

State Vegetable: Sweet Onion

State Gemstone: Sunstone

Bordering States: Washington to the north, Idaho to the east, Nevada and California to the south

Major Rivers: Columbia River, Willamette River, Rogue River, Umpqua River

Major Mountains: Mount Hood, Mount Jefferson, Mount Bachelor, Crater Lake

Economy: Agriculture, forestry, tourism, high technology, manufacturing

Education: Oregon State University, University of Oregon, Portland State University, Willamette University

Sports: NFL team: Portland Trail Blazers, NBA team: Portland Trail Blazers, MLB team: Portland Beavers, NHL team: Portland Winterhawks

Famous People from Oregon: Neil deGrasse Tyson, Steve Jobs, Matt Groening, Gus Van Sant, Phil Knight

History: Oregon was first explored by European explorers in the 16th century. It became a U.S. territory in 1848 and a state in 1859. Oregon is known for its natural beauty, including its coastline, forests, and mountains. The state is also home to a number of tech companies, including Nike and Intel.