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How to Find Gay-Friendly Activities in Portland, Oregon

Portland is a wonderful, welcoming city for gay travelers. Enjoy the lush green landscape and a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking and biking. The GLBT community is a strong force in Portland, making it an excellent destination. Find gay-friendly activities in Portland, Oregon.

Instructions

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  Do an online search. Use keywords such as "gay-friendly Portland" or "gay travel Portland."
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  Consider events such as the Portland Lesbian and Gay Film Festival and the Gay Pride Festival.
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  Visit gay-specific travel Web sites (see Resources below).
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  Connect with clubs such as the Portland Community Bowling league (the oldest gay sports group in Portland), OutKayaking (a kayaking club for Portland gays and lesbians) and Out Dancing (dance classes for gays and lesbians).
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  Visit gay-friendly neighborhoods such as the Pearl District, Northwest/Nob Hill and SE Hawthorne.
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  Visit personal blogs and Web sites of Portland residents. Ask them about the best gay-friendly activities in the city.
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  Get the Gay Yellow Pages and read the local paper, "Just Out."