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engage in hazardous and exciting activity, especially the exploration of unknown territory by the Visser Family.

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Our Family Adventures

Welcome to our adventure journal! This is where we document our travels, explorations, and special moments as a family. From weekend getaways to holiday celebrations, we've been capturing our journey together.

Browse through our adventures below and join us in reliving these precious memories.

Latest Adventure: Minnesota

08/21/25 – 08/31/25

Jesse, Kaitie, Paul, Kim, and Bruce made the journey from Oregon to witness the legendary Sortie—TC Jet Pilots' epic stand-up jet ski event on the Mississippi River! What started as a weekend centered around high-octane watercraft stunts quickly expanded into a perfect blend of Minnesota hospitality and adventure. Chris and Carmen, fellow jet ski enthusiasts, graciously let our crew test drive their seriously modded 550-swapped 750, turning strangers into instant friends over shared throttle therapy. Between the adrenaline-pumping river action, we squeezed in rounds of golf where competitive spirits ran as high as our golf scores, pickleball matches that proved Oregon visitors have serious game, and late-night Catan battles that may have damaged some friendships (temporarily). The adventure extended into opening weekend at the Great Minnesota Get-Together, where we joined over 190,000 fellow fair-goers for the ultimate Minnesota experience! From thrilling rides that tested our stomachs' limits to the legendary state fair food scene, we sampled everything from classic corn dogs and cheese curds to creative-on-a-stick innovations. The weekend's only casualties were our collective waistlines—apparently good company, great food, and fair treats are a dangerous combination that leads to nobody wanting to stop eating!

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All Adventures

Explore all of our documented adventures through the years, from recent trips to past memories.

Oregon Crew Meets the Sortie: Jet Skiing, Golf & Games

Minnesota

08/21/25 – 08/31/25

Lakes, Games & Family Bonds: Mom's Minnesota Birthday Bash

Minnesota

05/01/25 – 05/06/25

Ezra's Jet Ski Debut: Milwaukee Watercraft Adventure

Milwaukee, WI

04/18/25 – 04/19/25

Coast to Coast Family Reunion: Oregon Winter Escapades

Oregon

01/31/25 – 02/05/25

Uncle Randy's Nashville Birthday Bash: Music City Mayhem!

Nashville, TN

12/12/24 – 12/15/24

New Beginnings & Fancy Trucks: The Great Minnesota Move

Minnesota

08/11/24 – 08/19/24

Making Waves: Dad's New Jet Ski Splash Zone

Suttle Lake, OR

07/20/24 – 07/20/24

Farewell Oregon, Hello Heartland: Kristen's Big Move

Iowa

06/27/24 – 06/30/24

Triathlon Triumph Take Two: Record-Breaking Family Race Day

Bend, OR

06/15/24 – 06/16/24

Lake Life & Laughter: Suttle Lake Summer Kickoff

Suttle Lake, OR

06/05/24 – 06/09/24

Olympic Peninsula Odyssey: Beaches, Mountains & Riley

Washington

05/16/24 – 05/19/24

Rainy Day Explorers: Silver Falls with Ezra & Toby

Silverton, OR

05/03/24 – 05/05/24

Baby's First TJ Hold: Easter with Jamie

Oregon

03/30/24 – 03/30/24

Riverside Holiday Magic: Shady Cove Christmas Celebration

Shady Cove, OR

12/22/23 – 12/25/23

1700 Miles of Two-Wheel Madness: Montana Motorcycle Expedition

Montana

09/14/23 – 09/16/23

Engines & Tents: Paulina Motorcycle Camping Adventure

Paulina, OR

07/01/23 – 07/02/23

Swim, Bike, Triumph: TJ's First Triathlon Adventure

Bend, OR

06/18/23 – 06/18/23

Paws, Pals & Pond: Memorial Weekend at Ilene's

Shady Cove, OR

05/27/23 – 05/28/23

First Place TJ vs. Ribbon-less Jesse: Salmon Run Showdown

Oregon

04/22/23 – 04/22/23

Surf, Sun & Island Vibes: The Maui Boys Adventure

Maui, Hawaii

10/07/22 – 10/14/22

Horses, Golf & Fish Rescue: Bandon Beach Escapades

Bandon, OR

08/22/22 – 08/24/22

Smoky Skies & Birthday Vibes: Iron Gate Reservoir Party

Iron Gate Reservoir, CA

08/13/22 – 08/13/22

Not-So-Slight Rolling Hills: Bridge of the Gods Half Marathon

Cascade Locks, OR

08/07/22 – 08/07/22

Two Wheels & Mom's Disapproval: TJ's First Motorcycle

Oregon

04/02/22 – 04/02/22

Desert Sun Escape: Lake Havasu Winter Getaway

Lake Havasu, AZ

01/31/22 – 02/04/22

Beachin' with Aunt Ilene: Bandon Summer Escapade

Bandon, OR

07/16/21 – 07/18/21

Muddy Boots & Magical Views: Abiqua Falls Hiking Adventure

Abiqua Falls, OR

05/01/21 – 05/01/21

Silverton Santa Celebration: Festive Family Christmas

Silverton, OR

12/24/20 – 12/27/20

Gobble Gobble in Bend: Family Thanksgiving Feast

Bend, OR

11/26/20 – 11/29/20

Naturally Shady: The Bridges & Coves Adventure

Shady Cove, OR

08/28/20 – 08/30/20

From Hottest to Highest: Death Valley & McCloud Expedition

Death Valley / McCloud, CA

11/08/19 – 11/11/19

Cap, Gown & Celebration: Graduation Day Memories

Oregon

06/10/18 – 06/10/18

Dirt & Dust: TJ's First Dirt Bike Adventure at Scotts Mills

Scotts Mills, OR

11/24/17 – 11/24/17

Splish, Splash & Family: Shady Cove Waterfall Adventure

Shady Cove, OR

08/26/17 – 08/27/17

Sand & Splash: Florence Dunes Pond Skim Adventure

Florence, OR

03/30/17 – 04/01/17

Go-Kart Champions of Vegas: Missing Grandpa Dale Edition

Las Vegas, NV

09/15/11 – 09/19/11

Spinning in Circles on Montana Waters: The Jetski Chronicles

Polson, Montana

08/20/11 – 08/27/11

Racing Through Cole's Epic Hair: The Deschutes Dash

Deschutes River, OR

07/17/11 – 07/17/11

The Visser Family Rockstars: Our Live Studio Debut!

Prineville, OR

06/23/11 – 06/26/11

Buff Moms & Fun Times: Prineville Summer Shenanigans

Prineville, OR

06/21/10 – 06/26/10

Randy's Wild Ride: Central Oregon Cycling Expedition

Central Oregon

03/23/10 – 03/23/10

Sun's Out, Wheels Out: Downed Trees Can't Stop Us!

Oregon

07/25/09 – 07/25/09

Murray's Birthday Bark-tacular & Baptism Splash!

Prineville, OR

06/17/08 – 06/22/08

Desert Splash Bash: Church Trip to Lake Mohave

Lake Mohave, NV

03/25/08 – 03/31/08

Jetski-Powered Boat Experiment: What Were We Thinking?!

Oregon

03/22/08 – 03/22/08

Slip, Slide & Glide: Winter Cross-Country Ski Extravaganza

Oregon

12/22/07 – 12/22/07

Two Week Montana Madness: Summer Splash & Sun Marathon

Polson, Montana

07/13/07 – 07/28/07

Chasing the Mighty Multnomah: Waterfall Wonder Day

Multnomah Falls, OR

04/01/07 – 04/01/07

Splash, Sizzle & Sun: LA Pool Party with Aunt Ilene

Los Angeles, CA

03/25/07 – 03/30/07

Dashing Through the Snow... On Skinny Skis!

Oregon

12/22/06 – 12/26/06

Bruce's Half-Century Bash: Flathead Lake Celebration!

Flathead Lake, Montana

07/10/06 – 07/23/06

Nanna's Sandy Celebration: Beachside Birthday Bonanza

Oregon Coast

04/20/06 – 04/21/06

Island Escape: Whidbey Weekend Wanderings

Whidbey Island, WA

03/28/06 – 03/30/06

Swish, Swoosh & Snow: Cross-Country Skiing Spectacular

Oregon

03/04/06 – 03/05/06

Chillin' with the Chistlers: Hoodoo Winter Wonderland

Hoodoo, OR

01/21/06 – 01/22/06

Deck the Casino Halls: Christmas Vegas Style!

Las Vegas, NV

12/21/05 – 12/26/05

Chasing Waterfalls: Silver Falls Spectacular Day Trip

Silver Falls, OR

12/11/05 – 12/11/05

Tahoe Blue Paradise: Summer Vacation Splash Zone

Lake Tahoe

08/01/05 – 08/06/05

TJ's First Rodeo: Montana Lake & Horse Adventures

Polson, Montana

06/30/05 – 07/08/05

First Snow, First Falls: TJ & Cole's Snowboarding Debut

Bend, OR

01/15/05 – 01/16/05

Billy Bobbin' in Tahoe: Lake Adventures with Friends

Lake Tahoe

07/01/04 – 07/04/04

Dale's Fabulous 80th: Vegas Birthday Extravaganza!

Las Vegas, NV

12/06/03 – 12/09/03

Kim & Bruce's Greatest Hits: The Love Story Collection

Family Memories

01/01/00 – Present

YouTube

The Best of the Rest: Our Epic Adventure Collection!

Various Locations

01/01/96 – Present