Wildlife stamps

Winners in the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife’s 2025 Waterfowl, Upland Game Bird, and Habitat Conservation stamp art contests have been announced. This year’s winning artwork will be featured on collector stamps and other promotional items supporting the state's wildlife and habitat conservation efforts.

First place in the Waterfowl Stamp category depicting a ring-necked duck went to Jeffrey Klinefelter of Etna Green, Ind.

Buck Spencer of Junction City claimed first place for the Upland Game Bird with a painting of California quail.

An American pika drawn by Terri Neal of Portland was the first-place pick in the Habitat Conservation category.

Each winner will receive a $2,000 prize. The winning artwork will appear on the 2025 collector stamps and various promotional items. Proceeds from the sales will be dedicated to habitat improvement, research, surveys, and conservation projects.

Stamps and prints of the winning artwork can be purchased at tinyurl.com/yc8376cp

Turkey Trot

The annual Turkey Trot races will be held on November 28th at Alton Baker Park in Eugene. 5K or 10K (new). The proceeds from the event will benefit Food for Lane County. No dogs are allowed, but baby strollers are permitted if people start towards the back or side.

This Thanksgiving Day event travels around the Ruth Bascom Trail network in the greater Alton Baker Park area, with a new course that crosses the river twice. Many sections are situated next to the Willamette River, which has excellent views. Runners will finish at the exact location they started from.

Entry Fees: 5K - Adults (18-59) are $30. Youth/Senior (17 & under and Adults 60+ are $25. 10K - Adults (18-59) are $35. Youth/Senior (17 & under and Adults 60+ are $30.

More info at tinyurl.com/mvp7r2vb

Harvest Faire

The Vida McKenzie Community Center is kicking off the Holiday Season Shopping with original creations by McKenzie River local artisans. The Harvest Faire will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, November 4th. Works will include watercolor art, stained and fused glass, wooden utensils, bullet jewelry, wooden signs, vintage jewelry, bath and beauty products, candles, gemstone jewelry, and more - all at 90377 Thomson Lane in Vida.