Such a weird yet dope spot!! Love your content Matt - you’re actually one of my fav TH-camrs. My fav content is your videos covering Oregon’s geologic history - but these “weird and cool” explorations of “off the beaten path” Oregon gems is great too! Have you done a video on the Painted Hills? Maybe down the road you could make a compilation of the best hot springs you’ve discovered.
@@davec9244 I do want to visit Kah-Nee-Ta. Maybe could get them interested in me making a video for them. I usually just make nature videos and whenever theres a bunch of people in the shots it doesn't feel right to me.
@@Ryanpevans Thank you Ryan. I did a John Day monument trilogy, Painted hills was the worst one but it was ok and the other two were really good. More geology stuff should be easy with lots of options. Hot springs would be popular, but also I hate filming with crowds around, would need to pick some nasty weather weekdays to visit haha.
I visited in the mid 60's as a child and have never forgotten the incredible artistry. In particular there was one piece of clear green obsydian with white inclusions, mounted over a door in the gift shop. In the decades since I've not seen it's like. Happy to hear the garden is being preserved.
This brought back wonderful memories! I grew up 20 miles or so from this place and our whole family loved it. It was the number one place to take visiting relatives and friends. I took some Japanese college friends there in the '80's and it was losing some of its charm. But they thought it was great. I'm glad someone has taken it under their wing. Thanks for the smile!
I visited here in 1974 right after graduating from high school. As an avid amateur photographer, I took many photos of the place. But the one I still have in my collection is a close-up of the Statue of Liberty taken from the perspective of the gray figue towering over one's head and a blue sky for a backdrop. Those trees are much taller now, lol! Thanks for the video, Matt!
The Statue of Liberty carved from a bolder! This is one of americas greatest works of art! This whole place is, and I had never heard of it. Every stone is special, every part of it is Amazing! The land and gardens are spectacular!
I went there several times while growing up during the 60s and 70s. If I remember correctly, it closed for quite a while. It sounds like it's being re-opened a little at a time.
In the 1960's and 70's my family used to spend a lot of our vacation time in the Redmond, Sisters and Bend area. Going to the Peterson's Rock Garden was always a favorite thing on the list for us kids, it's good to see that it is still open for the public even though it is in need of repairs.
My love of rocks must come from visiting here as a child. Makes me wonder how many people he gave the love of pretty rocks. Thank you for sharing this. 🥰
I visited this garden back in the 1980's while participating in a BMW motorcycle rally. I'm afraid I didn't spend the time there that it deserved since we were on a schedule. I've always wanted to go back though. Thanks for the motivating video!
Thanks for the share, Matt. Never been there myself but inherited some 8mm film of it from my grandparents. They are b&w silents from around the original opening in the 30's. Too cool to see the modern version of the same place.
Next time I am out that way I will check it out and make a donation for the future restoration! Seeing your girls together exploring reminds me of my sister and I growing up. We are in our 70's and still exploring nature's treasures. Love your videos. Thx😊
Matt, I must say that grabbed my heart, old buddy. For me, it's a must-see, thank you man! I'm sharing this video of course and absolutely will make it a point to both visit there and donate generously, you can be sure of that. This video is special, and you're giving back by having made it. Blessings to the the Family Pal & take Care, ... M.
@@MattCookOregon HA!... Oh my God yes, I DARE NOT let him out of the car. If he laid eyes on a Birdie of those feathers and the challenging eyes looking back at him through those feathers that dare to out shine his fir, well Sir, all I can say is what I know, and that's that colorful feathers would be making it into the stratosphere! : )
Visited in 1986 on our honeymoon, still with the same girl Stink I'm almost house broke Enjoyed it then - defiantly worth the detour of classic roadside attractions
A really nice video. Your girls are growing up. We kind of survived our Oregon but tested positive for COVID on returning home. Didn’t get to Haystack Rock, but Port Orford, Sisters, and Secret Beach were great. Stay safe and hava great holidays.😀👍
I visited many times as a kid when we lived in Culver and then Madras, in the 60's. Holds some special memories...we rock hounded all over the region with Prideys Agate Beds being a favorite place for thunder eggs and agates. I'm still a rock hound! Thrilled to know someone is restoring the gardens...where can we donate funds? Thanks for the video!
Thunder eggs are a good one. Too bad the main place Richardsons closed for digging. Donations can be done in person or there is a link at their website.
We visited the first weekend in August this year.. it was so bloody hot as the heat radiated off the ground. It looked unique, cool and abandoned. Everything was dead and dry. The peacocks are still there. the boats are gone except one.. go in the museum and look at the photographs of what it used to look like. The boy at the desk was mistaken about its origin date which was a bummer. Leave a donation in the box...
What do you guys want to see next?
Such a weird yet dope spot!! Love your content Matt - you’re actually one of my fav TH-camrs. My fav content is your videos covering Oregon’s geologic history - but these “weird and cool” explorations of “off the beaten path” Oregon gems is great too! Have you done a video on the Painted Hills? Maybe down the road you could make a compilation of the best hot springs you’ve discovered.
I hear that Kah-Nee-Ta is up and running. I remember going as a kid and stayed in a Teepee and spending the day at the pool! jest a though thank you
@@davec9244 I do want to visit Kah-Nee-Ta. Maybe could get them interested in me making a video for them. I usually just make nature videos and whenever theres a bunch of people in the shots it doesn't feel right to me.
@@Ryanpevans Thank you Ryan. I did a John Day monument trilogy, Painted hills was the worst one but it was ok and the other two were really good. More geology stuff should be easy with lots of options. Hot springs would be popular, but also I hate filming with crowds around, would need to pick some nasty weather weekdays to visit haha.
The Prehistoric Gardens near Port Orford. Loved this place as a child. Big dinosaurs in a rainforest. A perfect setting.
Been 60 years since we visited. 🙏🙏🙏👍🤛🦅😎🇺🇸
Time to revisit!
I was there in the 60's, it was quite lovely then.
Cool. I think it will get some nice upgrades soon.
I visited in the mid 60's as a child and have never forgotten the incredible artistry. In particular there was one piece of clear green obsydian with white inclusions, mounted over a door in the gift shop. In the decades since I've not seen it's like. Happy to hear the garden is being preserved.
Nice memory. Can't say I remember that specific one. There were too many for me to think of many specifics.
This brought back wonderful memories! I grew up 20 miles or so from this place and our whole family loved it. It was the number one place to take visiting relatives and friends. I took some Japanese college friends there in the '80's and it was losing some of its charm. But they thought it was great. I'm glad someone has taken it under their wing. Thanks for the smile!
Thanks for the comment. Good memories. It really is a great piece for tourism.
there needs to be a massive fund raiser to restore this place. It's amazing - I can't wait to visit
They are trying. Hopefully I got some eyes on it.
I have to admit I was completely unaware of this place. Really cool and nice videography, enjoyed this very much.
Thanks Donald. Look at me. Big timing you and not replying for weeks. Just so busy with all these comments sry brah.
@ The work never ends when you’re a big TH-cam star
I visited here in 1974 right after graduating from high school. As an avid amateur photographer, I took many photos of the place. But the one I still have in my collection is a close-up of the Statue of Liberty taken from the perspective of the gray figue towering over one's head and a blue sky for a backdrop. Those trees are much taller now, lol! Thanks for the video, Matt!
Thanks. Its nice to hear some history from these comments.
The Statue of Liberty carved from a bolder! This is one of americas greatest works of art! This whole place is, and I had never heard of it. Every stone is special, every part of it is Amazing! The land and gardens are spectacular!
Agreed. I liked the Statue of Liberty part as he must have looked up at it on his boat landing in America.
I went there several times while growing up during the 60s and 70s.
If I remember correctly, it closed for quite a while. It sounds like it's being re-opened a little at a time.
Thats exactly right. It is very open now. They got some big renovations planned.
Great place. Took the kids there when they were young
Great for kids. Mine keep wanting to go back.
In the 1960's and 70's my family used to spend a lot of our vacation time in the Redmond, Sisters and Bend area. Going to the Peterson's Rock Garden was always a favorite thing on the list for us kids, it's good to see that it is still open for the public even though it is in need of repairs.
Awesome you got to experience it in its prime. So glad my kids get to see it too.
Nice to hear that is slowly being restored. It must have been in the 60's when I was there as a kid and we took our kids there in the early 90's
Sounds familiar. I was taken there and took the kids later.
My love of rocks must come from visiting here as a child. Makes me wonder how many people he gave the love of pretty rocks. Thank you for sharing this. 🥰
He definitely contributed to rock culture. We are all rock crazy around this state.
I bet that seemed like a fantasy land to your girls.😊
They were happy. I kept yelling hey wait for me im getting a video clip!
I loved this place. My grandmother was also Danish. She took us every year.
That's cool thanks for sharing.
Thank you very much.
Thank you!
Another great Oregon find, Thx Matt!
Thank you!
This is lovely and important.
Yes we like pretty things here in Oregon.
I visited this garden back in the 1980's while participating in a BMW motorcycle rally. I'm afraid I didn't spend the time there that it deserved since we were on a schedule. I've always wanted to go back though. Thanks for the motivating video!
Thank you. Fortunately historic places are always available when you have time.
The peacock’s were always a favorite.
Same with Richardsons Rock Ranch for some reason they love the peacocks.
Such a beautiful and fascinating place which I never knew about. I love the castles and hope they remain for many years to come. 👍🏻
Thanks Arielle. I hope you get to visit one day.
Thanks for the share, Matt. Never been there myself but inherited some 8mm film of it from my grandparents. They are b&w silents from around the original opening in the 30's. Too cool to see the modern version of the same place.
That is cool. I hope someone uncovers my photos in a hundred years. Finds my hard drive I guess? Haha.
Beautiful. Hopefully it will be kept up.😊
Seems promising since they spent the money to buy it.
Another gem, Matt. You are great at all aspects of your posts.
Thank you very much! I try my best.
Was there several times in the 50 and 60 forgot about it until now. Thanks
Yeah I forgot until a couple years ago when it was in the news.
Next time I am out that way I will check it out and make a donation for the future restoration! Seeing your girls together exploring reminds me of my sister and I growing up.
We are in our 70's and still exploring nature's treasures. Love your videos. Thx😊
Thank you very much. Hopefully these girls keep it up that long.
Great video as usual. I don’t know I have not heard of this place
Thank you. Time for you to take a visit.
Nice Matt. I went there many years ago. It was quite fascinating.
Peterson rock garden is a garden made of rocks...
@@MattCookOregon 😆
Always wanted to go there
Time to go!
Matt, I must say that grabbed my heart, old buddy. For me, it's a must-see, thank you man! I'm sharing this video of course and absolutely will make it a point to both visit there and donate generously, you can be sure of that. This video is special, and you're giving back by having made it. Blessings to the the Family Pal & take Care, ... M.
Thank you Mike. I hope you get to see this one. The dog might go crazy with the peacocks.
@@MattCookOregon HA!... Oh my God yes, I DARE NOT let him out of the car. If he laid eyes on a Birdie of those feathers and the challenging eyes looking back at him through those feathers that dare to out shine his fir, well Sir, all I can say is what I know, and that's that colorful feathers would be making it into the stratosphere! : )
Good on you! "Rasmus!" That's what Im naming my next daughter!
Thanks Stu. Why didn't I think of that?!
Beautiful place.
True. Wow 6 year subscriber thanks for sticking around. Another nice place coming soon, called BIG TREE.
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See? I knew you'd do a better job than I did. I really enjoyed this!
That is debatable. Your interview was great.
@@MattCookOregon He was a good guy to interview, that's for sure.
Any videos coming from you soon?
@@MattCookOregon LOL...yeah, did one this past week, a new one drops tomorrow.
Visited in 1986 on our honeymoon, still with the same girl
Stink I'm almost house broke
Enjoyed it then - defiantly worth the detour of classic roadside attractions
Thank you for confirming it is not cursed!
Great place to visit!
Thank you for subscribing Andi. I hope you enjoy the videos. I don't put them out quickly but there are a lot of good old ones.
A really nice video. Your girls are growing up. We kind of survived our Oregon but tested positive for COVID on returning home. Didn’t get to Haystack Rock, but Port Orford, Sisters, and Secret Beach were great. Stay safe and hava great holidays.😀👍
Thank you. Secret beach! Thats a good one. I have seen so many drastically different tide levels there. Sorry we gave you covid.
Thank you for an unusual place to visit. I always love your narrations. Have a blessed Thanksgiving 😊❤you have a sweet family.
Thank you very much. This one was a bit out there and I am glad it got some coverage. Happy Christmas!
Been there in the late 1970's when my uncle and aunt lived in Redmond oregon.
Very cool. We like rocks.
I have lived in bend for over 35 years now.And I was wondering whatever happened to that place.Thanks for the info
Thank you. Hope you get to see it again.
I visited many times as a kid when we lived in Culver and then Madras, in the 60's. Holds some special memories...we rock hounded all over the region with Prideys Agate Beds being a favorite place for thunder eggs and agates. I'm still a rock hound! Thrilled to know someone is restoring the gardens...where can we donate funds? Thanks for the video!
Thunder eggs are a good one. Too bad the main place Richardsons closed for digging. Donations can be done in person or there is a link at their website.
There used to be a place called the "Funny Farm" that was a very interesting place to go.
Sounds familiar... Southern Oregon?
I never knew......
Now you do. Time to visit.
We visited the first weekend in August this year.. it was so bloody hot as the heat radiated off the ground. It looked unique, cool and abandoned. Everything was dead and dry. The peacocks are still there. the boats are gone except one.. go in the museum and look at the photographs of what it used to look like. The boy at the desk was mistaken about its origin date which was a bummer. Leave a donation in the box...
Very cool. I keep visiting when things are dead too. Pics of it in Spring look really nice and green.
Must be somewhere off highway 97 ?
Yes close. Right around all the farms south of Redmond.