Did you know Portland is nicknamed the City of Roses? This charming title dates back to the early 20th century, inspired by the city’s ideal rose-growing conditions, which stem from its mild, wet climate. Today, this legacy is celebrated annually at the Portland Rose Festival. For this stop, teams were tasked with finding any rose or group of roses around the city and capturing a photo.
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