Oregonians usually make requests for our congressional representatives, but U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley is flipping the script.

Merkley is tasking Oregonians to visit all 36 counties in the state as part of his Oregon Treasures Quest, now in its second year.

Anyone who gets to all 36 counties will receive recognition as an “Oregon Explorer,” while those that see 25 counties will be an “Oregon Trailblazer” and anyone who makes it to 10 counties will be dubbed an “Oregon Ranger.” All participants who make it to at least 10 counties will score an invitation to the 2025 Oregon Treasures Quest Party, held at the end of the year.

The real prize, however, is the joy of exploring Oregon’s beautiful scenery, Merkley said.

“Oregon is the most spectacular place. As I explore our plentiful hiking trails with my family and visit each of our 36 counties every year to hold town hall conversations, I reflect on the rewarding spots in our state,” he said in a news release Friday. “From our stunning and sprawling coast, mountains, forests, grasslands, and everything in between, every nook and cranny of Oregon has something special to offer.”

Anyone who wants to participate should download the 2025 Oregon Treasures Quest guide, which includes featured attractions in all 36 counties, as well as a few other spots to explore while you’re there. Participants must visit one of the sites listed in the guide for each county, and must take selfies to prove they were there.

The guide includes some of the state’s most beloved natural attractions, such as Multnomah Falls, the Alvord Desert, Smith Rock and The Cove Palisades. There are also indoor attractions such as Timberline Lodge and the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center.

Merkley includes some deep cuts for even the most well-traveled Oregonians, such as the Ochoco Mines and the South Slough trails outside of Coos Bay.

“We certainly need to keep working hard together to take on complex issues facing Oregon and America, but it’s important to take breaks and restore our soul to meet these challenges,” Merkley said. “A wonderful way to do that is to hit the road and explore the familiar favorites and hidden gems in our own backyards.”