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On the trail: Exploring an unexpected gorge

I probably drove past Boulder Creek a few dozen times before I knew about its gorge. Which is…

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Snowmobiling season off to strong start

Nature delivered an early Christmas gift to snowmobile riders in Northeastern Oregon. Storms brought enough snow in late…

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On the trail: Appreciating the trailblazing abilities of deer

The deer tracks meandered through the snowbound forest, rarely keeping to any direction for more than several consecutive…

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Umatilla National Forest advises visitors to be prepared for winter conditions

PENDLETON — Umatilla National Forest staff advises visitors to the forest to be prepared for winter conditions. The…

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Oregon offers gift idea for outdoor enthusiasts

SALEM — Those who give the gift of the outdoors can save with the Oregon State Parks 12-month…

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Veterans, Gold Star Families can receive public lands passes

AHSAHKA, Idaho — The great outdoors is available to enjoy free of charge to veterans and Gold Star…

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Baker, Union county feed sites ready for onslaught of elk

The feast for elk was laid on in time for Thanksgiving, but the elk pay no heed to…

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Holiday hunting: The search for the perfect Christmas tree

The Blue Mountains started to look like Christmas even before Halloween this year. But the season of the…

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On the trail: Failing to capitalize on a rare mistake by chukars

As I raised my shotgun the covey of chukars flew broadside, as straight as clay pigeons, although not…

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Thermal shock caused July trout deaths in Anthony Lake

The approximately 200 hatchery rainbow trout that died in late July after being released in Anthony Lake succumbed…

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