Recreation

Union County resident writes book chronicling mountain climbs, other outdoor adventures

BAKER CITY — Lisa Jo Frech has swum with dolphins, climbed to the top of Oregon and paddled…

Recreation

Sno-Park program clears the way for winter recreation

As snow flies in the mountains, crews work to keep parking lots open to the 22 Sno-Park areas…

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Lack of fall grass could imperil deer if winter turns harsh

Justin Primus has been scanning the ground for the telltale shade of soft green that, when present, can…

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National forests selling Christmas tree-cutting permits

If you prefer to search the snowy woods rather than a parking lot for your family’s Christmas tree,…

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Over the Blues: Fossilized adventurer gets up close with real deal

Most trails in the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument are for visitors in a hurry. Two trails,…

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Snow piling up at Anthony Lakes

NORTH POWDER — The potential for an earlier-than-usual start to the ski season at Anthony Lakes Mountain Resort…

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ODFW announces winners of annual stamp art contests

SALEM — The winning artwork was selected recently for the 2025 waterfowl, upland game bird, and habitat conservation…

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Free fishing in Oregon Thanksgiving weekend

SALEM — Everyone can fish for free, no license required, in Oregon on the two days after Thanksgiving,…

Recreation

Rep. Bentz introduces own version of Owyhee protection bill

A bill that U.S. Rep. Cliff Bentz, R-Oregon, introduced Nov. 1 would designate fewer acres in the Owyhee…

Recreation

Reedsport man recounts ordeal after breaking his hip while fishing at remote alpine lake on Sept. 22

GRANITE — Gary Wenzel planned to hike to Baldy Lake in eastern Grant County, hook a couple of…

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