Fishing Pilot Projects Announced
This fall, two pilot projects on several area rivers aim to improve fish harvest estimation by using voluntary catch reporting instead of traditional creel surveys. Anglers targeting hatchery steelhead are encouraged to participate by registering with Angler’s Atlas, using the MyCatch app, and adhering to Oregon fishing regulations. Participants could win prizes and help refine […]
Read MoreWildfire Dangers Continue
Oregon’s wildfire crisis continues as four megafires persist, each blazing for nearly 50 days. The Durkee, Falls, Lone Rock, and Monkey Creek fires have scorched over 100,000 acres each, with the Falls Fire leading at 151,689 acres. This season, which is the most severe since 2020, has already destroyed 36 homes and claimed one life. […]
Read MoreMore Wolf Depredations Listed
In late August, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed four wolf depredations across the state. On August 21st, a six-month-old calf was found dead in Grant County’s Crane Prairie area. The following day, a three-month-old calf was injured in Wasco County’s McCubbins Gulch. On August 25th, an injured five-month-old calf was reported in […]
Read MoreUpdates Planned for 30 Year Old Forest Plan
The U.S. Forest Service is working to modernize the Northwest Forest Plan, originally created 30 years ago, to address new challenges. An advisory committee has proposed 192 recommendations, including a stronger focus on tribal inclusion and indigenous knowledge. The plan, which covers over 19 million acres in Washington, Oregon, and Northern California, aims to tackle […]
Read More‘ghost Gun’ Ban Takes Effect 9/1
Oregon’s new ban on “ghost guns” takes effect September 1. These firearms, which lack serial numbers and are often assembled from parts purchased separately, have raised significant safety concerns. According to Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum, ghost guns are increasingly used by criminals. The new law prohibits the possession of the un-serialized firearms and their […]
Read MoreRanchers Feeling the Effects of Fires
Eastern Oregon ranchers are facing significant losses due to a record wildfire season. This summer, more than 1.5 million acres have burned, including crucial grazing lands. Ranchers are grappling with the aftermath, including dead livestock, destroyed fences, and charred pastures. With hay costs soaring and displaced cattle needing new pastures, the economic toll is mounting. […]
Read MoreCaution Urged in School Zones
As the new school year begins, drivers in Oregon are reminded to adhere to school zone speed limits to ensure student safety. Remember, most school speed zones are active from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on school days. Motorists should reduce their speed to 20 mph in these areas, especially when flashing yellow lights are […]
Read MoreFirefighters Needed
The U.S. Forest Service is actively recruiting for wildland firefighting positions across the Pacific Northwest. Recruitment events will be held in Bend, Sandy, and La Grande on September 12th, aiming to fill up to 200 permanent seasonal roles. The entry-level positions, which typically last six to nine months, are available in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. […]
Read MoreCrashes Close Interstate 84
Interstate 84 was shut down in both directions after a series of disruptions on Tuesday. Initially, eastbound lanes were closed due to a crash near milepost 268, while westbound lanes were shut down between Baker City and Pendleton due to a wildfire near Exit 216. As of just after 7 last evening, both directions were […]
Read MoreNew Biking Website Launched
The Oregon Coast Visitors Association has launched a new biking website aimed at promoting cycling adventures. The site features information on mountain biking trails, as well as gravel routes mapped in partnership with Dirty Freehub. The site also highlights biking events and local resources and it seeks to enhance outdoor recreation and bolster small towns. […]
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