Unboxing Oregon: What It's Like Living In Oregon

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  • Опубліковано 18 січ 2021
  • Is everyone in Oregon a hippie?
    Does Oregon have the prettiest coast in the country?
    And is Portland really weird?
    We’ll answer those questions and more! So put the umbrella away - cause Oregon natives don’t use those stupid things. We’re gonna unbox the state or Oregon! And I’m totally wearing skinny jeans right now. Like SO skinny jeans. I can barely move. But it’s awesome.
    Wow. Look at this. The Oregon coastline. Such a pretty place. This rugged coastline might be the most stunningly beautiful stretch of coast in the entire country. It’s not always sunny here, but this coast is truly one of a kind. But of course, Oregon isn’t all pretty coastline. Actually, ecologically, Oregon is one of the most diverse states in the country. And depending on where you live, the PEOPLE are different too. To truly understand Oregon, we need to look at the entire state’s various regions, and understand what each area is like to live in.
    This is Oregon. It’s a pretty big state - in size, it ranks 9th biggest in terms of square miles. There’s a lot of parts of the state that are very crowded, and many parts that are really isolated. Like over here. We’ll begin in Eastern Oregon.
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    Homeless people
    Cowboys hippies
    It is such a big state and there is so much to see but there’s issues
    There’s a lot of small towns where there’s folks who don’t want to be noticed
    There’s a lot of Portland people who just want the world to notice
    All the things they do in Portland is to be themselves but always
    Others in the state are like can’t we just live our lives in solace?
    It’s a state of drugs but there’s more to it than that
    Oregon is complicated
    Hipsters ranchers mountains beaches skiers vegans gays and freaks
    There’s a different feel here just take a trip with me and see
    Waterfalls and ocean cliffs and forests deep with lots of trees
    Some wear wranglers some wear suits and then there’s those in skinny jeans
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    Windsurfing • wild and sweet
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    Homeless encampment • SLEEPS homeless camp S...
    Portland • Driving to downtown Po...
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  • @rayman1269
    @rayman1269 3 роки тому +527

    Everbody: Portland is a hell hole
    Me living in baltimore: that seems like a nice place

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +39

      Yeah right?

    • @rufusmainwaring3513
      @rufusmainwaring3513 3 роки тому +59

      To be honest, it's not what it seems like based off the publicity. I've been there 3 times this year, and it seemed perfectly normal.

    • @brianmatthews4149
      @brianmatthews4149 3 роки тому +2

      Dam it

    • @angelicaperez2156
      @angelicaperez2156 3 роки тому +49

      It's not. I've lived here my whole life. Yeah, there is a homeless problem. But there's a homeless situation everywhere. The only reason people keep harping on it, is because the city has grown so much so rapidly you can't put a blind eye to it.

    • @tracycolman7150
      @tracycolman7150 3 роки тому +4

      @CashhWashington Sorry buddy I guess there's definitely always worse💔

  • @spankduncan1114
    @spankduncan1114 Рік тому +72

    I've lived in Oregon for 50 years. I've been all over the state. Your description of regions was good as well as the homeless situation. That seems to be happening most everywhere these days. One thing you left out is wherever you go in Oregon people pretty much go about their business, live and let live and don't get in each others face.

    • @FLpalm
      @FLpalm 10 місяців тому

      Correction, homeless camps are prevalent in blue states.

    • @traceytrotter9934
      @traceytrotter9934 9 місяців тому +1

      Do they respect and preserve history in Oregon?

    • @spankduncan1114
      @spankduncan1114 9 місяців тому +2

      @traceytrotter9934
      Ones who care about history, yes.

    • @traceytrotter9934
      @traceytrotter9934 9 місяців тому

      @@spankduncan1114 Good to know, thank you.

    • @lytershade23
      @lytershade23 3 місяці тому

      @spankduncan1114 I want to move to Oregon this year...I'm retired Navy...going out there this upcoming April to look at areas and real estate...I would really love your advice...do you have an email or another way I can ask you ALOT of questions?

  • @stevenasidilla4140
    @stevenasidilla4140 3 роки тому +432

    Bend, Oregon is also home to the last Blockbuster in existence.

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +50

      I know that sucks

    • @alfiemeek820
      @alfiemeek820 3 роки тому +2

      @Michael Ardenté haha same

    • @masaki2537
      @masaki2537 3 роки тому +4

      Been there it's cool

    • @drhexagonapus
      @drhexagonapus 3 роки тому +7

      I thought that was in alaska...

    • @stevenasidilla4140
      @stevenasidilla4140 3 роки тому +12

      There were a couple in Alaska@@drhexagonapus, but they closed. Now it's just the one in Oregon.

  • @frankb3347
    @frankb3347 3 роки тому +170

    I miss Portland and Seattle of the 1990s. This was such a great region.

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +51

      Everything was better then

    • @blllllllllllllllllllrlrlrl7059
      @blllllllllllllllllllrlrlrl7059 3 роки тому +12

      @@NickJohnson except for the crime rate

    • @countrycitymedia
      @countrycitymedia 3 роки тому +4

      Here here!

    • @Blackinterceptor999
      @Blackinterceptor999 2 роки тому +8

      It was bad then, I got shot twice when I was 14 in Portland...(attempted robbery) Like wtf would a 14 yr old IN THE 90'S have to rob? that's when I moved out to "the sticks" till after I graduated and got some college...moved back into Portland area....Moved back to the sticks a short time later due to insane high crime around 2004

    • @trevon1921
      @trevon1921 2 роки тому +1

      I wasn’t born yet 👀 lol

  • @AKTravis
    @AKTravis 3 роки тому +156

    My dad said back in the 90s Portland used to be alright. But since like 2005 it got all fucked up.

    • @DonnieDarko1
      @DonnieDarko1 3 роки тому

      How?

    • @drchilapastrosodrlasmacas438
      @drchilapastrosodrlasmacas438 3 роки тому +1

      Can relate

    • @Chrisaaad
      @Chrisaaad 3 роки тому +10

      Yea portland was amazing in 90s I agree. I moved away in 2003, so sad to see my city become what it is now

    • @FukaiKokoro
      @FukaiKokoro 3 роки тому +19

      Yeah that when the Californians started taking over Oregon. They’ve basically ruined it.

    • @Vl7248
      @Vl7248 3 роки тому +12

      @@FukaiKokoro get used to it. California starts all the trends. Lots of new immigrants pouring into California to live the American dream. They will bring lots of new changes over time. Study history.. change is constant throughout the world. America is a grand expirement. Only 200years old.. lots more change on the way.

  • @CamoGirlPlayz
    @CamoGirlPlayz 3 роки тому +159

    Idk why I'm watching this... I literally live here and know all this. Oh well, let's watch it anyways

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +14

      Hi Alaina. Promise you learned something new

    • @CamoGirlPlayz
      @CamoGirlPlayz 3 роки тому +29

      @@NickJohnson that's true, I didn't know about all the mormons in the bottom right corner of the state 🤣

    • @royharris752
      @royharris752 3 роки тому +9

      @@CamoGirlPlayz same i have lived in Oregon all my life and we never hear about Eastern Oregon and Southeastern Oregon

    • @jk3jk35
      @jk3jk35 3 роки тому

      hey how's the meth problem?

    • @CamoGirlPlayz
      @CamoGirlPlayz 3 роки тому +6

      @@jk3jk35I dunno, maybe try asking the Oregon Meth Association?

  • @thecalmwayhome8483
    @thecalmwayhome8483 Рік тому +32

    As a traveling healthcare worker I really appreciate your videos because I have to choose a place to live and work in for 3to 6 month contracts and sometimes have absolutely no idea what these places will be like. You make me laugh while spilling truth about these places. Thanks bro🦋

  • @ontheroadwithmartyandharry6000
    @ontheroadwithmartyandharry6000 3 роки тому +166

    If videos like this keep people from moving to Oregon, I am OK with it.

    • @lymancopps5957
      @lymancopps5957 Рік тому +2

      Keep Portland Weird.

    • @youdonthavetoreadthispost.5850
      @youdonthavetoreadthispost.5850 Рік тому +4

      We're a Pioneering state built by pioneers. No pioneering spirit ?
      👍Fine with us if you stay put.👍

    • @206remyboyz7
      @206remyboyz7 Рік тому +4

      @@youdonthavetoreadthispost.5850 Washington State and Oregon have a lot of similarities switching to Eastern versus the western side of both States

    • @youdonthavetoreadthispost.5850
      @youdonthavetoreadthispost.5850 Рік тому +1

      @@206remyboyz7 Indeed, I've travelled both. That commonality extends to politics and divides the population centers from the rural east. Bend is considered to be the most Oregonian city in the state. I agree with that assessment. 👍

    • @greedyr6599
      @greedyr6599 Рік тому +3

      @@youdonthavetoreadthispost.5850 hey, european here 🙋‍♂️i plan to visit the US in the future and oregon is definitely on the bucket list, i like nature, therefore i want to visit the more unique states of the US, such as already mentioned Oregon, Arizona, Nevada, utah, new hampshire and Hawaii for obvious reasons. What do you think about these states as an American, and would you, with the knowledge you have of the US, change anything?

  • @brandondodd3133
    @brandondodd3133 3 роки тому +249

    I live in Eugene Oregon its a nice place to live but Portland is another case I wouldn't live there for all the tea in China

    • @emilymorris5988
      @emilymorris5988 3 роки тому +24

      I was born in Eugene. I miss Oregon but I know it is not what I remember.

    • @Jonjims1532
      @Jonjims1532 3 роки тому

      How's the weather in Eugene?

    • @jonasabry9099
      @jonasabry9099 3 роки тому +1

      @@Jonjims1532 Very similar to Portland with rain, however it seems to be 8 degrees warmer.

    • @alby1320
      @alby1320 3 роки тому +17

      I am truck driver out of Pdx and I deliver there almost every other night. It is indeed a nice place to live! Go Ducks!

    • @ponolovefarms3926
      @ponolovefarms3926 3 роки тому +8

      @@asuhdude6668 it’s everywhere in Oregon now. Sincerely, Grants Pass

  • @zakstone9821
    @zakstone9821 3 роки тому +504

    Born and raised in Oregon. It’s not the same place I grew up in. It’s sad.

  • @whitneycallaghan4815
    @whitneycallaghan4815 3 роки тому +140

    I love living in Oregon! Born and raised! I have spent time all over the state! Central Oregon is absolutely beautiful! Oregon Coast is just as beautiful! Eastern Oregon is great as well! We have stunning views and stunning natural mountains and waterfalls!

    • @aubreebylund1166
      @aubreebylund1166 3 роки тому +6

      Agreed!!

    • @JB-yu4qj
      @JB-yu4qj 2 роки тому +12

      The countryside is absolutely gorgeous. The cities and towns are falling apart. They're absolutely decimated.

    • @yelenapsalm2173
      @yelenapsalm2173 2 роки тому +2

      I agree with you on the topic of Oregon I personally love the state

    • @stephendacey8761
      @stephendacey8761 2 роки тому +3

      @@yelenapsalm2173 is it very expensive as far as rent?

    • @adamslaura768
      @adamslaura768 2 роки тому +2

      I agree… stay positive and glean the good! There are still plenty of good things to enjoy here.

  • @sally8234
    @sally8234 3 роки тому +74

    Lived in the valley for 13 years and love it. Wouldn't live anywhere else. It is incredibly gorgeous and the summers are awesome. Name one state that doesn't have their problems, wacked people and crazy weather. Oregon is just a reflection of the entire country but IMHO it's the best of the worst.

    • @mermaidlu5125
      @mermaidlu5125 3 роки тому +3

      How much is the cost of living

    • @ssoma151
      @ssoma151 2 роки тому +5

      I see you haven’t been to many places but Dem run cities

    • @Pennypinscher1
      @Pennypinscher1 2 роки тому +7

      agree. I have lived in over 6 states. There is not one state in this country that is not having some sort of friction. Cost of living is rising everywhere. education, healthcare, taxes, civil rights are on the table for every community. I am in Tx now. We have 8000 in Houston homeless, but there is a real sense of community and pride here. There are very wealthy people and folks barely making ends meet. That is just how life is in America. Lots of folks move here despite those problems, because there are plenty of jobs

    • @Ju-Ju2
      @Ju-Ju2 2 роки тому +5

      @@ssoma151 Im conservative, native Oregonian born & raised Willamette Valley, its beautiful, although we have our problems with democratic crap, but were fighting against it. Thats what the " Greater Idaho" movement is about. We are natives, musicians, artists, naturalists, farmers, loggers, ranchers, fishers, agriculturalists, and buisness savy people fighting the leftists just like most other states that the globalists have infiltrated. Read your history about Oregon, were still here, were still that! Most of us are not snobs, or the pewk he shows in this video!!!

    • @oldladytrexarms
      @oldladytrexarms Рік тому +2

      @@mermaidlu5125 Well rent/home owning is expensive but we have one of the higher minimum wages in the country and we don't have sales tax so it tends to event things out and makes living a bit better than in Cali, Washington, Arkansas, Arizona, etc.

  • @Zzues
    @Zzues 3 роки тому +6

    Love your videos, this one was so accurate and I learned a lot of new stuff, too.

  • @Zak_zookie
    @Zak_zookie 3 роки тому +33

    Lived in Portland my whole life, and you are spot on about everything especially the drug and homeless problem. It really gets over looked until your downtown or SE

    • @lizlopez7822
      @lizlopez7822 3 роки тому +3

      I grew up in SE and went to hs freshman year downtown in the 90’s before we moved away. I’m blown away by how it looks now and how different it is! So sad. :(

  • @davidarmitage289
    @davidarmitage289 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the great video Nick. I am seeing and learning all about states through your vids. Thanks!

  • @Dangic23
    @Dangic23 3 роки тому +29

    That windsurfer was hilarious

  • @joshuawilton7829
    @joshuawilton7829 3 роки тому +29

    Lived in Oregon most of my life, everything in this video is spot on!

  • @mismutt88
    @mismutt88 3 роки тому +168

    Only non-native oregonians say "the five" 😂
    Locals say "i-5"

    • @countrycitymedia
      @countrycitymedia 3 роки тому +9

      That's because locals are idiots and should just say "the" like the rest of the country. 😂 It's an interstate highway, we get it. Nobody cares.

    • @diegogonzalez7279
      @diegogonzalez7279 3 роки тому

      Because is more highways in other states especially east coast

    • @countrycitymedia
      @countrycitymedia 3 роки тому +11

      A couple more comments about this... First, I am a native Oregonian. Second, I lived for a while in other states and learned that everyone else just says "the". Third, if you wanna be a true Oregon purist then you should just call it "the freeway". When I was growing up in Oregon that's what everybody called it because it is literally the only freeway in most of the state. When communicating directions to someone nobody ever said "do I need to take i-5?" Everyone would just say "do I need to take the freeway to get there?" There you go.

    • @erickiniguez2979
      @erickiniguez2979 3 роки тому +10

      I say the 5 - a local

    • @elijacobson3896
      @elijacobson3896 3 роки тому +5

      Yep I-5

  • @gailcirac8222
    @gailcirac8222 3 роки тому +21

    Actually living there for many years, I gotta say, all I see is trees and farms and gorgeous mountains when we go down the side roads. The ugliness is sad. But OR is still beautiful beyond belief.

  • @donjaknow8591
    @donjaknow8591 3 роки тому +18

    I love your videos!!! I grew up in Lake Oswego, suburb of Portland and an amazing place to grow up. It is sad to see all the chaos, conflict and craziness!

    • @alfiex6667
      @alfiex6667 3 роки тому +3

      Sw portland here (kinda in tigard)
      It really is

  • @nnnnnnnnnataliem
    @nnnnnnnnnataliem 3 роки тому +12

    Not to be weird, but I really like you 😆 The things you say, how you say them, the inflections in your voice, what things you point out about each state that we're all thinkin'... I'm laughing almost the whole time when I watch a video and I'm still learning a lot too. Nice job, thank you for all this work!! It's helping me decide which states I'd be interested in next and I'm really enjoying it. All the best to you!! 😊

  • @dfreak01
    @dfreak01 3 роки тому +8

    EXCELLENT summary! I've lived in Oregon my entire life except 7 years in Vancouver(shhh). I've lived in Bend, Burns, Coquille, Roseburg, Medford, Beaverton, Gresham, Salem, Silverton and some other places. You captured our BEAUTIFUL bipolar state very well.

  • @JKBowman
    @JKBowman 3 роки тому +3

    Dude, please take a bow. Excellent video!

  • @rickvang7313
    @rickvang7313 3 роки тому +32

    I've always enjoyed going to Lincoln City. Stayed overnight in the hotels and casino. Then a day at the beach with the family.

    • @jacobbrock7192
      @jacobbrock7192 3 роки тому +3

      I live outside of lincoln city it's better at the beach Chinook winds motto that's my tribes casino

    • @deedunn7563
      @deedunn7563 3 роки тому +2

      Lived in Lincoln City for about 8 yrs. ..as a retiree...it was great. Waterfalls nearby. Trails galore, and awesome coastline open to everyone.... and lots of retirees. Portland was known for it's diversity of people. From one extreme to another. The nature side of the land was absolutely beautiful. What a calamity looking for a place to ruin.

    • @kailinngillen1182
      @kailinngillen1182 2 роки тому +1

      I live and work in Lincoln City. I have worked at the Casino for 25 years, (Started the day we opened). I absolutely love everything about working there. I love how the tribe takes care of us; I love the people that I get to meet. Everyone is like family. I am very blessed and very grateful. ❤❤🥰😇🙏👍

    • @guccidonbuzzflightyear4440
      @guccidonbuzzflightyear4440 2 роки тому +1

      The casino is so fun, the Oregon coast is amazing

    • @Blackinterceptor999
      @Blackinterceptor999 2 роки тому +1

      Every time I've gone to Lincoln city as an adult...I bought a Lincoln...Seems normal to me.

  • @GeorgeTech
    @GeorgeTech 3 роки тому +3

    Your videos are so good, Nick! Thank you.

  • @grease2542
    @grease2542 3 роки тому +71

    As an Oregonian, I find your review insulting, but spot on.

  • @danskdna8550
    @danskdna8550 3 роки тому +1

    Lived here 10 years. You totally nailed it! Unbelievably, totally spot on with every aspect. Really, really good research.👏

  • @IndianaCrane
    @IndianaCrane 3 роки тому +5

    I loved visiting Oregon’s coast! It was soooo Goonies-esque! Your Oregon song at the end is hilarious!

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +1

      I love that coast too. I need a better singer. Can you sing?

  • @apoch003
    @apoch003 3 роки тому +77

    You do NOT PUMP YOUR OWN GAS here! A person always pumps it for you.

    • @Abel-Alvarez
      @Abel-Alvarez 3 роки тому +4

      What is this New Jersey 2.0???

    • @Ransah79
      @Ransah79 3 роки тому

      Yes I found out when I stopped in Pendleton about 3 years ago on my way to WA...coming from Kansas City.

    • @mauricewahtomy3289
      @mauricewahtomy3289 3 роки тому

      Yea Ontario they don't

    • @lee-qz7bd
      @lee-qz7bd 2 роки тому

      My first drive into Oregon, I got out of my car at the gas station and the attendant flipped out on me telling me to get back in my car. I had no idea what was going on until he explained it to me lol

    • @koz159
      @koz159 2 місяці тому

      No more

  • @jetemyhampson6294
    @jetemyhampson6294 Рік тому +1

    Been here over 50 years..love it, this guys pretty spot on with his tour of the place

  • @andrewcampfield8002
    @andrewcampfield8002 2 роки тому +11

    As I am thinking about moving to Southern Oregon from Orange County CA, I found this vid very informative. Thank you ! All I care about is it's natural beauty, less populated and hopefully somewhat down to earth, less pretentious people 🙏

  • @StriderGTS
    @StriderGTS 3 роки тому +121

    I'm amazed at how accurate this guy's video is when he's from the East Coast, very well done! (Lived in Oregon my entire life)

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +35

      I'm from CA

    • @StriderGTS
      @StriderGTS 3 роки тому +10

      @@NickJohnson Ahh I thought you said in your NC video that you were from NC

    • @nateatchison161
      @nateatchison161 2 роки тому +9

      He's done his homework that's for sure...

    • @Shagamaw-100
      @Shagamaw-100 2 роки тому +2

      @@NickJohnson Your accent does sound Californian.

    • @Jiraiyashouse666
      @Jiraiyashouse666 Рік тому +1

      Yep...Oregonian for 35 years...I watched this to see if I could rely on his other state analysis and he is on point!

  • @nelsonmuntz3194
    @nelsonmuntz3194 2 роки тому +39

    I live in Oregon, and I can tell you the worst part isn’t the rain, it’s Kate Brown.

    • @SMOKEY428
      @SMOKEY428 Рік тому +6

      But now it will be Tina Kotex

    • @2AFreedom
      @2AFreedom Рік тому +4

      I hear you man, I live in WA and Inslee sucks as well!

  • @jordanmowrey9014
    @jordanmowrey9014 3 роки тому +13

    Born and raised in Portland and this is 100% spot on! Sad it sucks so bad now.

  • @georgemcnair3647
    @georgemcnair3647 3 роки тому +23

    You certainly did your homework for this episode. I lived in OR for 30+ years, and you nailed it! Although, I would put the Roseburg area more in with Grants Pass and Medford.

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому

      Ok George

    • @murfnturf23
      @murfnturf23 3 роки тому

      @@NickJohnson Guess George doesn't know what he's talking about.

    • @Ju-Ju2
      @Ju-Ju2 2 роки тому

      Bullcrap George! This video is garbage, doesnt even show the real truth. Oregon is beautiful!!! Were just fighting for freedom from leftist infiltration ( like many other states)

    • @Matthew-uy6lc
      @Matthew-uy6lc 2 роки тому +2

      I think he put Grants Pass in the Willamette Valley, which is incorrect, it's the Rogue Valley.

  • @diegogonzalez7279
    @diegogonzalez7279 3 роки тому +4

    The closing was epic bro ! You literally leave them with wired part that will never know 😂 😂

  • @o.b.wanders
    @o.b.wanders 2 роки тому +1

    Great video for someone thinking about moving to Oregon.. The song at the end is a bonus!!

  • @kristamonae
    @kristamonae 3 роки тому +15

    “If your into the outdoors, this is the Shizznit “ 😂😂😂

  • @thornbird6768
    @thornbird6768 3 роки тому +4

    Love the 80’s electro pop music and your little song of course 👍🏻 I knew nothing at all about Oregan before this !!

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому

      It's not so bad there they need to fix things though

  • @Flyingtaco82
    @Flyingtaco82 3 роки тому +3

    This is very well done. Thanks for sharing!

  • @t.leefeise-newman3906
    @t.leefeise-newman3906 2 роки тому +1

    I live in oregon.. on the coast.. but this whole video is accurate as all get up. I loved it. You did a great job explaining it

  • @JavierLopez-lp5zo
    @JavierLopez-lp5zo 3 роки тому +3

    I hope may these times of evolution and life projections are according to your expectations.
    Thank you for letting us know about your philosophy of life and healthy habits in your channel.
    It is a genuine, hilarious and interesting content.
    Goes a hug that aspires to know how to hug you, Nick.
    SUCCESSES!!

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +1

      Ok Javier! You be blessed!

    • @oldladytrexarms
      @oldladytrexarms Рік тому

      FYI, he doesn't live here so his perspective really doesn't count much for anything.

  • @emigdiogreen7439
    @emigdiogreen7439 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks for covering my state!

  • @deeterful
    @deeterful 3 роки тому +92

    Oregon produces the widest variety of agricultural products in the nation.

  • @samanthapritchard8280
    @samanthapritchard8280 3 роки тому +12

    I’ve lived here 3/4 of my life, I’d say that this video is pretty accurate.

  • @amethystle
    @amethystle 3 роки тому +7

    As someone who was born in Portland, grew up in Medford, had grandparents in Salem and Sisters, and have also lived in Tualatin and Corvallis, but currently live in Portland again...yeah, this pretty well sums it up.

  • @beckyjohnson4012
    @beckyjohnson4012 3 роки тому +44

    I’ve been waiting for this one!! Corvallis is my hometown.

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +3

      cool becky!

    • @patrickwade3150
      @patrickwade3150 3 роки тому +6

      I live in Salem, definitely libtardville.

    • @considerthis410
      @considerthis410 3 роки тому +1

      Corvallis is beautiful.

    • @rufusmainwaring3513
      @rufusmainwaring3513 3 роки тому +1

      Corvallis people !

    • @gailcirac8222
      @gailcirac8222 3 роки тому

      Me, too. Born at Good Samaritan. Had a farm on Peoria road. Went to Dixie. Mrs, Eggy, Mrs. Boney and Mrs. Sidebottom.

  • @chancemaillie5213
    @chancemaillie5213 3 роки тому +88

    Yeah, its kinda sad just how many homeless are here in Oregon, Eugene has the highest homelessness rate in the country

    • @windstorm7756
      @windstorm7756 3 роки тому +11

      They come from other states, sadly.

    • @FukaiKokoro
      @FukaiKokoro 3 роки тому +12

      It’s because too many people moving here, forcing prices to go sky high on everything. Many life long locals can’t afford to stay. There is a major housing crisis.

    • @joshholmes9494
      @joshholmes9494 3 роки тому +20

      This is what happens when californians move to oregon

    • @chancemaillie5213
      @chancemaillie5213 3 роки тому +3

      @@joshholmes9494 lmao yeah

    • @nihilis7819
      @nihilis7819 3 роки тому +4

      Go ducks

  • @adamchamberlain1160
    @adamchamberlain1160 3 роки тому +3

    This was so awesome and so accurate this was worth it

  • @samhyde6395
    @samhyde6395 3 роки тому +14

    "white people with dogs" really got me. Been living here a few months and that does describe most of what I've seen.

    • @trentgay3437
      @trentgay3437 2 роки тому +1

      I'm a white guy with three black labs ✔

  • @Whosthatgirl369
    @Whosthatgirl369 3 роки тому +10

    This is so accurate; well done sir. I’m born and raised in Portland. It’s very different than it was in the 90s. I can’t believe I’m suggesting those were the good old days 😂😂😂 but I definitely am.

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +1

      I know crazy huh?

    • @lenatran2471
      @lenatran2471 3 роки тому +1

      I was born and raised in Oregon and Portland in the 90s was amazing but started to go downhill because of Meth early 2000s. Then all the people moved in thinking it was so great and drove up all the prices and now it's a dump. Hope there is a solution!

    • @amethystle
      @amethystle 3 роки тому +3

      My parents left Portland in the 70s to move to Medford because "the crime was too high in Portland". I moved back to Portland after high school (graduated 1995), and lived here until I moved to Corvallis for 5 years so my (now-ex) could go to college. Came back to Portland in '07, bought a house, lost it in the recession, moved to Seattle in 2010, moved to Pullman in 2016 so I could go to college, and came back to Portland when I graduated in 2019. Have lived here ever since and intend to die here.
      Places change. I've seen Portland in the 70s (albeit I was a toddler, but I have my parents stories and photos and such), I've seen Portland in the 90s, I've seen Portland in the 00s, and the 2010s, and we'll see how it changes in the 2020s. I find it ironic that my parents left here in the 70s because of "the crime", but Medford has a way bigger drug and crime problem per capita than Portland. And yet every time I talk to them, they're so freaked out that I'm in Portland because of what they see on the news.

    • @amethystle
      @amethystle 3 роки тому +3

      However, having lived in Portland OR, Medford OR, Corvallis OR, Seattle WA, and Pullman WA during my 40-something years on this planet, I think Portland gets a bad rap. I fucking hated Seattle.

  • @diegogonzalez7279
    @diegogonzalez7279 3 роки тому +8

    This should be the introduction of Oregon state im serious. Lived in the valley now east ! What a trip .

  • @alicem6611
    @alicem6611 3 роки тому +89

    I've lived in Oregon for my entire life. It used to be nice to live here. Now it sucks! High taxes and governors that have screwed up this state for decades

    • @nikimcbee
      @nikimcbee 3 роки тому +15

      High taxes? New York says...hold my beer.

    • @TheTunaMaster
      @TheTunaMaster 3 роки тому +5

      go to idaho alice and give up all your safeguards and rights

    • @namehere4954
      @namehere4954 3 роки тому +7

      Taxes aren't high. Having no sales tax means income & property taxes will be higher. Portland metro does have the highest water rates in the nation. It seems like the ones who don't like Oregon are the ones who migrated generations back who prefer it to remain white.

    • @alicem6611
      @alicem6611 3 роки тому +7

      @@TheTunaMaster You would have to enlighten me as to which safeguards and rights I would be giving up if I moved to Idaho. I've lost most of my safeguards in Oregon already. Most drugs, including hard drugs are legal to use. We have one of the highest income taxes in the country. Water and sewer Bill's are outrageous with myriad fees incorporated into them. Homeless camps and tweakers, druggies and homeless tent cities everywhere. How could it get any better?

    • @bseroy
      @bseroy 3 роки тому +1

      Agree it’s become a disaster

  • @garystrock41
    @garystrock41 2 роки тому

    Dam I simply love your content! You never fail to make me smile. Have a wonderful day.

  • @samb6183
    @samb6183 2 роки тому +2

    This is so funny! His videos are really awesome and helpful.

  • @codyknoxable
    @codyknoxable 3 роки тому +91

    You are so right about the snobbery and hate. It’s such a shame. Moved away last July after living there most of my life. Miss what it once was.

    • @NewHaven203
      @NewHaven203 3 роки тому +15

      Portland and it’s surrounded areas look like shit but the rest of your state is actually really beautiful!

    • @thelastrebelshow1627
      @thelastrebelshow1627 3 роки тому +11

      Any fool knows a dog needs a home, but even a dog knows when it’s time to go. It’s not Oregon, it’s the people.

    • @charlespeterson348
      @charlespeterson348 3 роки тому +5

      I live by Snob Hill

    • @stalkinghorse883
      @stalkinghorse883 3 роки тому +2

      Nick's fellow UA-camr Briggs lives in suburban Portland.

    • @thelastrebelshow1627
      @thelastrebelshow1627 3 роки тому

      @@stalkinghorse883 Isn’t that surrounding area outside Portland pretty burned up from all the fires? I haven’t been there in years.

  • @trevortat
    @trevortat 3 роки тому +324

    I've visited Portland, OR twenty years ago. It was such a nice, charming, peaceful city. Oh, how times have change.

    • @matthewcarriuolo3855
      @matthewcarriuolo3855 3 роки тому +16

      Exactly what I was about to say. I remember a beautiful garden with a musician playing a dulcimer there. It's hard for me to fathom how the city could have gone from the way it was 20 years ago to the way it is now!

    • @markF0601
      @markF0601 3 роки тому +27

      Remember when Portland Oregon was a clean and beautiful and peaceful city? PEPPERIDGE FARM REMEMBERS.

    • @drchilapastrosodrlasmacas438
      @drchilapastrosodrlasmacas438 3 роки тому +5

      The snobs man, they hurt my noggin

    • @MarshallSteeves
      @MarshallSteeves 3 роки тому +12

      Still is

    • @joshholmes9494
      @joshholmes9494 3 роки тому +10

      @@MarshallSteeves your high

  • @ansonlee147
    @ansonlee147 Рік тому +3

    The snobs section cracks me up😂

  • @aRVeesBlog
    @aRVeesBlog 2 роки тому

    Oregon is such a beautiful place
    Thanks for sharing Oregon to us
    Very informative video

  • @angiecastillo1342
    @angiecastillo1342 3 роки тому +3

    This was so ON POINT that I had to SUBSCRIBE 🙂. Solid thumbs-Up!

  • @chelinejordan7436
    @chelinejordan7436 Рік тому +15

    I'm an Oregon native that just moved to Florida. People ask me what Oregon is like and I try to explain it but this video pretty much sums it up. This is the most accurate description of the current state of Oregon that I've seen. Lol now I'll just show people this instead of trying to explain it. 🤣
    Thank you for making this video!

  • @kachachacha
    @kachachacha 3 роки тому +9

    Gimmieabreak! Mustache Snobs & Umbrella Snobs, Mascara Snobs, Cologne Snobs, Q-tip Snobs. ❣️I love your videos, your delivery, sense of Humor & Especially Your SoNGs! ❣️God Bless Oregon, & the USA 🇺🇸

  • @screamdreamer9085
    @screamdreamer9085 3 роки тому +7

    As a current Bend resident, who was born and raised in the Portland area, that “snob montage” was on-point!

  • @parkerkwest707
    @parkerkwest707 3 роки тому +18

    Portland used to be clean and the people were friendly. All the cool people must have moved to Bend or Colorado. There must be some hippies left since I saw a naked dude on Sauvie Island yesterday..

    • @davidweston6653
      @davidweston6653 3 роки тому +2

      There’s a naked optional beach on the River side of the island

    • @alfiex6667
      @alfiex6667 3 роки тому +2

      Portland has had all this homeless since the 80s idk where you lived

  • @football.anime.shorts
    @football.anime.shorts 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you for this information Nick really nice ☺️ next time I think twice before going to Oregon

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +1

      you should see it it's really pretty!

  • @yumimanring5548
    @yumimanring5548 3 роки тому +4

    I really enjoyed this video and feel like I learned a lot about Portland . Thanks! It was very educational. LOL! I will make sure I show this video to my husband. We are currently in Japan but moving back to the States this summer and haven't decided where to live next yet!

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому

      Well I have like 40 state videos done so far you can watch them all Yumi!

    • @oldladytrexarms
      @oldladytrexarms Рік тому

      Just live in the valley of Oregon and you'll be fine. People just need to stay away from Portland. That's what's giving Oregon such a bad rep. It's a good state minus Portland.

  • @Lucasryan
    @Lucasryan 3 роки тому +2

    Dude... You're f*cking awesome. I definitely got WAY more entertainment value out of this than I could've possibly imagined. That song had me rolling 😂 I mean that in a good way bro. Definitely just earned a new subscriber!

  • @wilmaroles4375
    @wilmaroles4375 3 роки тому +3

    Good job,, thanks accurately portrays Oregon

  • @cindytackett7106
    @cindytackett7106 8 місяців тому +5

    Hello from the Oregon Coast 😎 I retired here in Florence, Or a small rural conservative town.
    The amazing coastal shot with the Lighthouse is in Florence. The community here is all about
    living peacefully, respect one another and the environment. Slow paced, laid back and chill.
    I Love the Oregon Coast

    • @Jace28142
      @Jace28142 8 місяців тому

      I lived in Florence and I have to agree!!
      Some of the nicest people I’ve ever met and happy memories.

  • @thestatewatcher8586
    @thestatewatcher8586 3 роки тому +3

    Great Video, Very Interesting and Informative!!!

  • @gns956
    @gns956 3 роки тому +3

    I lived in Oregon for years and this is spot on

  • @wesleymiller9059
    @wesleymiller9059 2 роки тому +2

    Almost moved to Portland a couple years ago. Shortly thereafter, Portland set itself on fire. So grateful we moved elsewhere.

  • @Thomascoleman95
    @Thomascoleman95 3 роки тому +8

    Born and raised here. You nailed it dude! You forgot BLM snobs. New thing. So many snobs and drugs. Literally everyone I talk to who is rational is saying get out of here. But housing prices are sky rocketing.

    • @JesusChrist2000BC
      @JesusChrist2000BC 3 роки тому +2

      BLM snobs that are all white liberals. Portland in a nutshell as well as Eugene.

  • @pacificrules
    @pacificrules 3 роки тому +52

    I used to live in Astoria, OR.... Goonies town.

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +14

      so lucky.

    • @pacificrules
      @pacificrules 3 роки тому +2

      @@NickJohnson I was lucky to lived there for 1.5yrs. I had a great time there. I'll have to post my Astoria vids on my YT channel soon.

    • @pacificrules
      @pacificrules 3 роки тому +3

      @@asuhdude6668 Ive been there many times.

    • @franksmom3192
      @franksmom3192 3 роки тому +2

      I live in Westport, not to far from Astoria , it’s so beautiful , but Astoria has lost a lot of the small businesses in the town center

    • @yoshiandherty3971
      @yoshiandherty3971 3 роки тому +2

      Ive visited there a lot. Every summer, we go to Seaside, a coastal town in Oregon, and most of the time, we visit Astoria.

  • @JuanOrtiz-ej1nf
    @JuanOrtiz-ej1nf 3 роки тому +15

    “Hillsburrito” LMAO

    • @carishaw4143
      @carishaw4143 3 роки тому

      I lived up in the Beaverton/Hillsboro area. Yes, this is said

  • @desareeweigel943
    @desareeweigel943 3 роки тому +7

    I can't believe you left out Portland's naked bike riding day!

  • @billa2967
    @billa2967 3 роки тому +12

    You did an excellent job of defining Oregon. I moved to Portland in 1992, (for a new job), and left in 2010. It was fantastic and I loved it! But, Portland really started going downhill, about 2005 or ‘06. During that time my employment also sent me to Boise, almost as much time as I spent in OR, so I had dual residency. Idaho is far better! Portland did not have the problems it has now, when I lived there! What I see now (there), is a terrible shame! I live in another state now and I am very happy, but I do miss Boise! Please, don’t ruin Boise!

    • @arturotorres1055
      @arturotorres1055 Рік тому

      Yea please do not ruin Boise don’t let the homeless people come here I’ve already talked to a few people down at the skatepark in Boise that has said they just moved here from Portland and I was like no way Thts crazy but deep inside I was like here we go this is just starting

  • @jacobharris1741
    @jacobharris1741 3 роки тому +6

    I've noticed Oregon for some YEARS now, wanna visit there eventually! Understanding more as I learn about the "Rainy Weather", ETC... LOOKS LIKE A BEAUTIFUL PLACE!

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +1

      You should!

    • @rodrickoftaokingdom1557
      @rodrickoftaokingdom1557 3 роки тому +3

      I like it personally even though it gets alot of hate, people embrace nature more. Lots of trees and parks and the weather is nice.

    • @jacobharris1741
      @jacobharris1741 3 роки тому

      @@rodrickoftaokingdom1557 COOL!

    • @rodrickoftaokingdom1557
      @rodrickoftaokingdom1557 3 роки тому +1

      @@jacobharris1741 You will be welcomed when you come out. Alot of cool opened minded people up and down Oregon.

    • @jacobharris1741
      @jacobharris1741 3 роки тому

      @@rodrickoftaokingdom1557 Watching so many Videos about, I've researched some Area's of Oregon, different types of places, Bend/Portland/Etc... I admire the what appears to be more relaxed scenario, from Alabama, maybe I can make it out there someday, used too or familiar with Southeast U.S

  • @jamesforseth3329
    @jamesforseth3329 6 місяців тому

    The Oregon song is the best one yet! Awesome job been watching them all the down south ones are rough. Wow!

  • @LetzBeaFranque
    @LetzBeaFranque Рік тому

    You nailed it! The snobs sequence at 12:30 is so true. Lol

  • @EricPS
    @EricPS 3 роки тому +4

    Great job with the info given. Very accurate. I've been a resident of Oregon for 16 years now and I can't believe you found out about the "hillsburrito" name. Used to work in that city. Not a bad area really. Keep up the good work in these "Unboxing" videos.

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому

      Okay eric :) you have to really dig around to find stuff

    • @tenn_ore
      @tenn_ore 2 роки тому +1

      @@NickJohnson As soon as you said Hillsburrito I knew you had done your research...but seriously Hillsboro is a great place to live and work and so is Beaverton, I live right between them.

  • @wadeguidry6675
    @wadeguidry6675 3 роки тому +6

    Today I learned where Tillamook ice cream comes from. Thanks Nick! I also didn't know bigfoot is a boogaloo boy.

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +1

      lol

    • @royharris752
      @royharris752 3 роки тому

      Call me non-American but I have been to the Tillamook cheese factory many times being an Oregon native, but I don't like cheese. I'll eat it on like pizza and tacos, but by itself I just can't eat it even the smell of cheese is gross to me. The ice cream is good though lol. Its a really cool place to visit if you ever get the chance. The tourist part of the factory you can literally see every process of the workers making the cheese from beginning to end, but be prepared in the summer at least it is very busy and crowded with tourists.They just remolded the factory too back in 2018 and is now called the Tillamook Creamery and is much more modern looking now with like hybrid outside inside eating areas where you can like get food or ice cream and sit down and enjoy it.

    • @wadeguidry6675
      @wadeguidry6675 3 роки тому

      @@royharris752 I live in Louisiana and have never been to Oregon. We have Tillamook ice cream at my local grocery store. I never thought where it came from until I watched this video. Tillamook mudslide is my favorite flavor.

  • @glennvanzuylen7047
    @glennvanzuylen7047 Рік тому

    Good job Nick 👍. Great song 🎧

  • @srd2408
    @srd2408 3 роки тому +1

    Great video! I’m an Oregonian and your summary is spot on. I’m considering leaving the state.

  • @thegagabouche
    @thegagabouche 3 роки тому +3

    I always wondered if oregon was like they portrayed in Portlandia😹😹Can't wait for Unboxing Missouri!! I'm from Illinois (East St. Louis) but I moved here for grad school from Texas and my husband is from St. Louis and we've lived in mid Missouri for seven years now.

    • @NickJohnson
      @NickJohnson  3 роки тому +1

      Cool good to know! I have friends near you!

  • @bdawgrise6961
    @bdawgrise6961 3 роки тому +3

    Ahh, it’s been a year since I’ve gone to Portland, been an awesome year.

  • @Zak_zookie
    @Zak_zookie 3 роки тому +5

    Bro so spot on! Hillsburritto*😂
    Too much accurate info on here. Wish Portland could go back 20 years ago
    super weird. The last 3-5 years the drug and homeless problem is insane! Probably 10x fold .

  • @TheDopeFew
    @TheDopeFew Рік тому +1

    Thank you so damn much for this video. I laughed so hard! SOOO many variants of snob 🤣🤣🤣 I fit into 3 categories so I think I'm moving to Oregon ✊

  • @zb6852
    @zb6852 3 роки тому +262

    I wouldn't say the homeless is due to welfare programs, it's way more nuanced then that. No one wakes up one day and says they wish they can be a drug addict. A lot of homeless younger folks are foster kids that age out of the system. Oregon has a horrible mental health crisis as well which leads to homelessness and drug use.

    • @drhexagonapus
      @drhexagonapus 3 роки тому +49

      If anything it's due to not enough social welfare programs and affordable housing

    • @AnonymousOneThree
      @AnonymousOneThree 3 роки тому +35

      @@drhexagonapus It’s due to too many ineffective and misguided social programs, not reopening the mental hospitals, ignored vagrancy and vandalism laws that draw people from all over the country (I’ve personally met some and talked about it) and now possession of Class A drugs isn’t illegal. And housing is astronomical. The Democrat leadership that’s been in power for decades stupidly thinks things like policies that prohibit police from enforcing loitering laws give the homeless back their dignity (which is to the detriment of taxpayers and business owners who have no recourse), and instead of starting meaningful drug treatment programs, getting mentally ill people into comprehensive treatment and/or hospitals instead of on the streets or in jail, funding housing developments and incentivizing developers, they use the funding elsewhere or probably pocket it.

    • @doeidaho2101
      @doeidaho2101 3 роки тому +20

      Most of the homeless know how to work the system. They get a check because it is considered a disability. I know this because I am sober many years. When I sobered up it was suggested I file. Never did since I believed in working as a drunk or sober. Could not believe people did that. I busted my butt as a single Mom, helping my kids get through college as well as myself. I made it to the top of my career & have owned several properties. It’s a matter of choice. Just don’t put your hand out. WORK!

    • @altonsafe
      @altonsafe 2 роки тому +1

      its an american problem yet people think sanctuary cities are shitty while literally trying to solve the problem. every other city may not like homeless but that’s because they don’t like people.

    • @KingLarbear
      @KingLarbear Рік тому

      Most homeless aren't even drug addicts, most find their drugs while homeless if they do drugs because it heals the hurt

  • @kentuckianaboy
    @kentuckianaboy 3 роки тому +6

    Been to Hood RIver... It’s beautiful ☺️ country!
    Oar- ah- gone is a beautiful state!

    • @isaacgarcia771
      @isaacgarcia771 3 роки тому +2

      Its pronounced " Oar - AGAIN" not " Oar - uh - gone." Obviously you don't live here, or you would know that. Not trying to be a d!ck, just trying to educate.

  • @lizrodriguez1323
    @lizrodriguez1323 2 роки тому

    love your videos! funny and fun

  • @marvinmartinez898
    @marvinmartinez898 3 роки тому

    Welcome to Oregon! I hope you enjoy your new home

  • @franksbtka1624
    @franksbtka1624 3 роки тому +47

    I'm Asian, so Portland is a no go zone for me. See Andy Ngo.

    • @shenanigans96
      @shenanigans96 3 роки тому +5

      @@UnknownColorado wait I’ve never heard about this. What’s the TLDR, plz 👀🥺

    • @Cecebear22
      @Cecebear22 3 роки тому

      ???

    • @redneckster6639
      @redneckster6639 3 роки тому

      Race matters, sucker. Get tollerant!

    • @jonasabry9099
      @jonasabry9099 3 роки тому +5

      Which reminds me, I preordered his book.

    • @stevespell2766
      @stevespell2766 3 роки тому +8

      Aunt Tifa seems to be upset that Andy published a book

  • @Ryguy-lg2xz
    @Ryguy-lg2xz 3 роки тому +18

    This is my home state whether I like it or not

  • @augmentedsurf4789
    @augmentedsurf4789 3 роки тому +1

    I love this youtube channel! Greetings from The Netherlands

  • @karennicholson6972
    @karennicholson6972 2 роки тому

    Love your videos!

  • @drdan75
    @drdan75 3 роки тому +7

    I left Portland in 2012 and moved east, closer to Mt. Hood. PDX used to be a lovely, charming place, but times have really changed. The homeless and the druggies are the most visible, but there is also a lot more crime than there used to be as well, particularly in SE Portland east of 82nd. I have to deal with a little more weather than I used to, but I'm glad I got out when I did.

  • @thebeefyboi6340
    @thebeefyboi6340 3 роки тому +41

    I live in Oregon and he's dead on as the vid starts

  • @SteveA25414
    @SteveA25414 Рік тому

    That was a good video. Laughed hard!

  • @strangelove777
    @strangelove777 Рік тому

    Love your videos! I knew I recognized Klamath Falls at 20:21, going south on Washburn by Walmart!