Recreation

Bacteria still threatens Baker County’s two bighorn sheep herds

A bacterial infection that started killing bighorn sheep in Baker County about five years ago is still circulating,…

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Due to algae bloom, ODFW doesn’t plan to suspend fishing limits as Thief Valley Reservoir nearly empties

The current health warning due to an algae bloom at Thief Valley Reservoir means the Oregon Department of…

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Baker County’s Hewitt Park closed until November for river bank stabilization

Baker County’s Hewitt Park, on the Powder River Arm of Brownlee Reservoir near Richland, will be closed until…

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Out and About: Sampling the history, and the huckleberries, around Olive Lake

There happens on occasion a magical moment when the sun, after exuding only malevolence for many weeks, suddenly…

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Fire could foil Northeastern Oregon hunters’ plans

BAKER CITY — Bob Reedy has been an archery hunter in Northeastern Oregon for decades, but as the…

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New outfitter in the woods

Jeff Artley has explored mountains across several states as he worked for guide and outfitter companies, as well…

Recreation

Cyanobacteria advisory issued for Brownlee, Hells Canyon reservoirs

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare has issued a harmful algal bloom health advisory for Brownlee and…

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Oregon Health Authority issues health advisory for Thief Valley Reservoir due to cyanobacteria bloom

The Oregon Health Authority has issued a recreational use health advisory for Thief Valley Reservoir, near North Powder,…

Recreation

Halfway plans star party Aug. 3

HALFWAY — When Rachel Cairns moved to Halfway two years ago, she quickly noticed the dark. And the…

Recreation

Out and About: Hankering for huckleberries

Mountain trails are abysmally lacking in vending machines. But nature can occasionally conjure a decent imitation. The treats…

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