Stoke runs high at this annual Wallowa Avalanche Center fundraiser, which celebrates Eastern Oregon's mountain culture and offers a chance to learn some snow safety skills. Things kick off with a screening of ski movie Calm Beneath Castles, with a pie auction running simultaneously (donations encouraged). The weekend continues at and around Anthony Lakes Mountain Resort—we're fans of this laid-back ski area—with a backcountry race, snow safety clinics, a group ski tour of the Elkhorn Mountains, and (natch) a dance party.

We sometimes forget about Tryon Creek. (We blame Forest Park for hogging all the attention.) But this forested ravine in Southwest Portland—Oregon's only state park located in a major metropolitan area—is lovely and lush. This month, take guided hikes on crows and ravens, a history of the creek, and more.

Ready to shuffle? Since 2006, this multilocation festival has flown the flag for truffles, those underground-grown fungi that thrive in the Willamette Valley. The undisputed highlight of the three-week extravaganza, at least by our measure, is the truffle dog competition, but you'll also find film screenings, a truffle showcase, multicourse truffle dinners, and a masquerade in Astoria (think costumes and dancing, plus truffle-centric small plates) on Valentine's Day.

Mount Hood's bustling Nordic area plays home to 5k and 15k races (and a 2k race for kids), open to cross-country skiers of all levels. Classic technique only, so leave the skate skis at home. Pro tip: Find a Teacup Nordic Club member for a day-of wax recommendation.

What's more romantic than a Valentine's Day weekend in Bend with Afroman and an Ozzy Osbourne tribute band? Winterfest returns to Bend's Old Mill District, bringing with it fire sculptures, live ice carving, a ski and snowboard contest, and a fascinating range of musical acts (there's a the Band tribute band, too). Also loads of local vendors, carnival rides, family-friendly activities, and a hot cocoa–themed 5k.

This 21+ event returns to the big white tent near Rogue Ales with more than 50 wineries and dozens of food and craft vendors. Started in 1977, the fest features the longest-running wine competition in the Pacific Northwest. To facilitate safe imbibing, a free shuttle is available on a continuous 45-minute loop, stopping at most of Newport's major hotels as well as Nye Beach and the Bayfront.

Bundle up for a weekend of suds from more than 45 breweries at Central Oregon's cozy Suttle Lodge. Outside the heated tent, find firepits, grills stacked with pretzels and brats, and local musicians strumming tunes. 

In 1998, a small group of commercial fishers stood on a stage in a bar in Astoria and read poems, spun yarns, and trilled a few songs. Now the annual gathering draws about 100 members of commercial fishing communities—from Alaska, Washington, and Oregon, but also from Maine, Massachusetts, and Hawai'i—to a variety of venues across town. In addition to salt-soaked verse, the weekend includes workshops on such subjects as songwriting, storytelling, and knot-tying.