After summer backpacking season ends, before winter ski season begins, a magical window of time opens on Mount Hood. Fall is a glorious time on and around Oregon’s tallest mountain. At lower elevations, pumpkin patches and apple orchards are still flush with fruit. Riverside trails are painted with fall color and springy moss. Higher up the mountain, you may see the first dustings of snow, which you can watch falling while safe indoors beside a crackling fireplace with a hot drink in hand. It’s

The No. 8 Oregon Ducks return to Autzen Stadium under the lights on Friday night for a visit from the Minnesota Golden Gophers. The Oregonian Ducks reporter Aaron Fentress takes a look at Friday's game and where Oregon has the advantage over Minnesota. This post is brought to you by Explore Tualatin Valley Get complete Ducks coverage at oregonlive.com/ducks?utm_campaign=theoregonian_sf&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook | The Oregonian