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Dodge the raindrops and finish fall garden tasks

CORVALLIS — The rains may have started, but there’s still plenty that needs attention in the garden —…

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Next 9-day clam dig gets go-ahead: Nov. 16-24

OLYMPIA — This fall’s strong razor clam season continues as shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish…

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Washington’s saltwaters are wormy

Slime worms are only a few of the many marine worms that inhabit Washington waters. This is a…

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It’s slime time! The slime tube worm lives in a house of horrors

Sliiiime. Just saying the word conjures up images of viscous, sticky monsters from scary movie classics like “The…

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Birding: Look for birds that give a hoot!

Owls are called raptors or birds of prey. They have keen eyesight, sharp talons and curved bills which…

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Birding: Raptors face global decline, but some healthy here

Birds of prey or raptors are in decline worldwide. The bald eagle population is an exception due to…

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WDFW commissioners holding special meetings on Willapa Bay, Columbia River fisheries management

OLYMPIA — Members of the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission have scheduled two special meetings in early November…

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WDFW director hosting digital open house

OLYMPIA — Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Director Kelly Susewind will host a series of six digital…

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First November razor clam digs OK’d

OLYMPIA — Shellfish managers with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife have approved the latest round of…

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WSU Master Gardener online workshops: November

On Tuesdays at noon and Wednesdays at 6 p.m., WSU Master Gardeners present weekly online free programs. No…

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