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: Environment
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…
PACIFIC CITY DORY BLESSING OF THE FLEET SATURDAY JUNE 6TH CELEBRATES COMMUNITY, HONORS FISHING TRADITION
Story by Romy Carver; Photos & Video by Don Backman On Saturday morning, June 6, 2026, the 26th Annual Blessing of the Fleet was held on the shore at Cape Kiwanda by…
OREGON DEPT. OF FISH & WILDLIFE: States add more Columbia River spring Chinook recreational fishing days
(CLACKAMAS, OR)—Fishery managers from Oregon and Washington added more recreational spring Chinook fishing days on the mainstem Columbia during a joint state hearing today. Eleven additional fishing days for the area from…
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…
OREGON DEPT. OF FISH & WILDLIFE: Six additional all-depth Pacific halibut days open for Columbia River subarea
Columbia River subarea (Leadbetter Pt., WA to Cape Falcon, OR): Six days have been added to the all-depth Pacific halibut fishery for the Columbia River: June 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, and 23 (Mondays and Tuesdays)….
NEHALEM BAY CRAB DERBY TIME – SATURDAY JUNE 6TH AT KELLY’S BRIGHTON MARINA & JETTY FISHERY
The annual crab derby features BOTH marinas on Nehalem Bay – great prizes, great food and lots of fun! Be sure to get your Crab Derby tickets from BOTH Marinas, then when…
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…
