Recreation

Base camp: Cutthroat competition on an Idaho stream

Periodically someone will ask me what is my favorite outdoor activity. I love pretty much anything outdoors. Sure,…

Recreation

Out and about: Walking where the Stump Dodger once rolled

When I ponder the rich history of the Sumpter Valley Railroad I tend to think not of sights…

Recreation

Pendleton poacher gets hunting season jail time, $75,000 in fines

PENDLETON — A Pendleton man is heading to jail for two weeks for each of the next three…

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Salmon and steelhead could return to McKay Creek, anglers reminded of fishing closure

PENDLETON — Anglers fishing for trout in McKay Creek, a tributary of the Umatilla River, soon could encounter…

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Base camp: A great first hunt: pigeons and Eurasian collared doves

I know that invasive species are the scourge of society BUT … they do provide 24/7 hunting opportunities…

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Out and about: Catherine Creek (should be a river) revelation

I have driven past Catherine Creek State Park probably a couple dozen times and in each case dismissed…

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Hunters group doubles rewards for poaching tip program

SALEM — The Oregon Hunters Association is doubling the rewards paid to people who turn in poachers through…

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Oregon Hunters Association doubles poaching informant awards

SALEM — The Oregon Hunters Association has announced the doubling of rewards for informants in fish and game…

Recreation

Powder River Sportsmen’s Club invites first-time pistol shooters to participate

BAKER CITY — The Powder River Practical Shooters, an affiliate of the United States Practical Shooting Association, invites…

Recreation

Caught Ovgard: Fishing with a special friend

After a lifetime of fishing, I’ve become adept at identifying special catches. Though I’ve pulled in several catches…

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