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Articles from the April 18, 2013 edition


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  • Destination: McKenzie Bridge Airstrip

    Apr 18, 2013

    McKenzie River Reflections...

  • Know how to figure out ODFW's Controlled Hunt?

    Apr 18, 2013

    Deadline to apply is May 15 It’s that time of year when many hunters are poring over big game statistics and summary reports, trying to figure out what controlled hunts to apply for. After software engineer Ron Wold didn’t draw a tag he was sure he would, he created the Oregon Tag Draw Percentages website https://sites.google.com/site/oregontags/ to help hunters figure out their chances. Hundreds view his website or contact him each year to get a sense of their chances. The book Oregon Tag Guide also helps hunters understand their odds. Wol...

  • Want to get a Spring Cling grip?

    Apr 18, 2013

    Willamalane climbing wall A climbing open house is set for May 4, at the Willamalane Center, 250 S. 32nd St. in Springfield. The free event - for all ages - runs from 1 to 4 p.m. Participants will learn tips, tricks and see demos from climbing experts. Willamalane’s 33-foot high, 41-foot wide climbing wall features steep and expansive terrain for face and crack climbing. There is also a 12-foot bouldering wall. Walls are supervised by certified staff members. There will be giveaways and raffle prizes with support from Backcountry Gear, Entre P...

  • Senate committee approves Scenic Waterways bills

    Apr 18, 2013

    Thursday, April 18, 2013 - supporters issue press release: Oregon Scenic Waterways Outdoor businesses, the commercial fishing industry, fisheries experts, and conservation organizations applaud the passage of Senate Bill 838 and SB 401 by the Senate Environment and Natural Resources Committee last night. The legislation aims to protect water quality and salmon in Oregon’s iconic river systems from the impacts of harmful suction dredge mining. “These bills safeguard Oregon’s famed rivers, which means more business and more people enjoying them...