Is IP-28 really “Stupid is as Stupid Does,” to quote Forrest Gump’s momma? EDITOR’S NOTE: The so-called “PEACE” act has been mis-represented to people as strengthening animal abuse laws, while Oregon already…
Category: Nature & Outdoors
Hampton Lumber Announces Free Recreational Permit Program for Forestland in Oregon and SW Washington
(PORTLAND, OR) — Hampton Lumber today, June 8, 2026, announced the launch of a free recreational permit program for public access to the company’s forestlands in Oregon, as well as designated Hampton-owned…
FRIENDS OF NETARTS BAY WEBS: Hike Bayocean Spit – Explore Dynamic Coast and Town Lost to the Sea Saturday June 13
Step back in time and uncover the fascinating story of our coastline during a guided exploration of Bayocean Spit. Discover the remains of a once-thriving community now hidden beneath the salal and…
COLLECTING SUNSETS: Moss & Lichen – A photo essay
EDITOR’S NOTE: Love me some lichen! And moss, too. So as soon as this photo essay came across my email, I was hooked. We will be sharing lots more from Adam Sawyer,…
OREGON DEPT. OF FISH & WILDLIFE: Free Fishing Weekend June 6-7, 2026; Family-friendly fishing events held statewide
(SALEM, OR)—Everyone can fish, clam and crab for free in Oregon on Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, 2026. No fishing/shellfish licenses or tags/validations are required on these days (meaning you do not need a Combined Angling…
SUISLAW NATIONAL FOREST: Free Family Fishing Days at Hebo Lake Campground Events June 6 & 18, 2026
Join the Siuslaw National Forest for our annual Free Family Fishing Days at the Hebo Lake Campground, Saturday June 6th and Thursday June 18th. This is a great chance for families to learn how…
TILLAMOOK OFFROAD TRAIL ALLIANCE (TORTA) CELEBRATES FILM PREMIERE, TRAIL OPENING & FUNDRAISER JUNE 6TH AT KIAWANDA COMMUNITY CENTER, PACIFIC CITY (VIDEO)
A new chapter for mountain biking on the Tillamook Coast starts here. The Buzzard Butte Trail Network, just north of Pacific City, is the area’s first public trail system. Throughout 2024–2025, the…
BUTCH’S BLOG: Seals and Surfers
By Butch Freedman The seal pup stared straight at us today. It appeared to be smiling, as it coasted with the current down the shoreline. The day before when Stacy and I…
US COAST GUARD RESCUES HIKER FROM CLIFF ON GOD’S THUMB, LINCOLN CITY, OREGON (VIDEO)
(SEATTLE, WA) A Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew from Coast Guard Air Facility Newport rescued a 25-year-old female hiker from a cliff on God’s Thumb in Lincoln City, Oregon, Sunday. At…
U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY FLOTILLA 63: Hosts Vessel Safety Check in Recognition of National Safe Boating May 30th at Port of Garibaldi
USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 63 is proud to sponsor a Complimentary Vessel Safety Check Event to help promote the 2026 National Safe Boating Campaign. This yearlong campaign promotes the value of voluntary, consistent…
