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SW Washingtonians capture carbon a tree at a time

LONGVIEW — Trees take carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, and that has inspired Norm Dick to work with…

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Don’t worry, birds won’t become dependent on you feeding them, OSU study suggests

CORVALLIS — Oregon State University researchers have some good news for the well-meaning masses who place bird feeders…

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Birding: Birds build nests in the darndest places!

Do you remember Lady Junco who raised her family last year at the Hosta Hotel? She has spent…

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Hatchlings on parade: It’s prime time for watching cute little ducks and geese

Many Canada geese, common goldeneye, wood duck and mallard eggs have recently hatched, and now the hatchlings are…

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The truth about bear spray — it’s not just for bears

Did you know that bear spray works as a deterrent for a lot of species, not just bears?…

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Birding: Backyard birds and their shenanigans

Today the winds have been strong with gusts of about 12 miles per hour. Thunder and lightning occasionally…

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Asian giant hornet found in second Washington county

An Asian giant hornet has been found in Snohomish County, south of where it was previously detected. It…

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Summer birds on the Peninsula: A photo essay

Now June has arrived, we’re seeing both summer residents, straggling migrants, and even some fledglings. It can be…

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Save money and help the planet with sustainable garden practices

CORVALLIS — In a world of increasing climate change and the invasion of more exotic insects and pests,…

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Chinook fishing limits planned to save food for orcas

LONG BEACH — A federal agency is moving toward limits on ocean fishing for Chinook salmon when necessary…

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