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Birding: A vibrant, cerulean sparkler: A rare sighting!

The first week of April was full of excitement for those of us who enjoy birds because a…

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Aerial survey: Willapa among areas hit hardest by 2021 ‘heat dome’

In summer 2021, from June 26 to 28, an extreme heat wave hit the Pacific Northwest. Known as…

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Birding: Great backyard bird count, 2022: A Snapshot

The results of the 2022 GBBC are now out. The summary provided by eBird (based at Cornell University’s…

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Strong coho returns predicted on Columbia, as WA tentatively sets 2022-23 seasons

OLYMPIA — Anglers in Southwest Washington can expect improved opportunities in the ocean driven by strong expected coho…

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A personal essay: Fishing for spring Chinook close to home

Editor’s Note David Campiche wrote this essay about a prior unsuccessful — but enjoyable — salmon trip with…

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Birding: Out with the old and in with the new!

Once a year the American Ornithological Association’ classification committee reviews proposals to refine classifications and nomenclature of North…

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WDFW approves 6 days of razor clam digs beginning April 16; daily limit increased to 20 clams

OLYMPIA — Shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed that the next round of…

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For a nice yard, plan now

A healthy, attractive lawn is possible without pesticides, wasting water or fertilizer run-off. The healthiest lawns start with…

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Controlling perennial bindweed takes persistence

CORVALLIS — With white trumpet-shaped flowers and thin stems that twine around just about anything, bindweed is one…

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Scientist unravels secrets of Pacific Coast orcas

Marine mammal scientist Josh McInnes has spent nearly 15 years studying transient killer whales — also known as…

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