If you’ve ever wondered what it might be like to explore another planet, you don’t need to leave Earth to do it – or even Oregon.

The John Day Fossil Beds of central Oregon are a strange natural attraction that seem out of this world. Between the glowing colors of the Painted Hills, the strange prehistoric fossils found underground and the blue badlands that emerge from the desert, this is a place like no other.

On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we explore all there is to see at the national monument, with tips on how to see it all for yourself this season. Bring water, grab your camera and get ready to be wowed.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

• What exactly are the Fossil Beds?
• The Painted Hills and beyond: everything you should see while you’re there.
• How should you plan a trip out there?
• What you should bring to stay safe while exploring.

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-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor

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