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Picking up baby birds can do more harm than good

CORVALLIS — After hatching in spring, baby birds sometimes end up on the ground, but that doesn’t necessarily…

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Sails and sale? Lady Washington plans to make waves, Chieftain may have buyer

The Lady Washington is easing back into its active role as Washington’s official historic tall ship after more…

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Birding: Bird beaks and how they use them

Ornithologists often talk about birds in terms of their main parts such as the beak or bill, head,…

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Volunteers work on Willapa refuge enhancements

PENINSULA — The volunteers with Friends of Willapa Refuge are actively engaged in a variety of activities that…

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‘Trees to Know in Oregon and Washington’ turns 70 with new edition

CORVALLIS — “Trees to Know in Oregon and Washington,” the most popular publication in the Oregon State University…

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Birding: Birds can make us as happy as money!

“What’s better: a backyard full of birds or a pay raise? When it comes to happiness, a new…

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Washington, Oregon Fish and Wildlife commissions to discuss Columbia River policy

OLYMPIA — Members of the Washington and Oregon Fish and Wildlife commissions will hold a virtual meeting next…

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Sturgeon fishing to open May 10 in Columbia River estuary

OLYMPIA — Starting May 10, anglers will have an opportunity to catch and retain legal-size white sturgeon in…

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‘By-the-wind sailor’ jellies wash ashore in massive numbers after warmer winters

PACIFIC OCEAN — As their name suggests, by-the-wind sailor jellyfish know how to catch a breeze. Using a…

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Stranded beach birds can use our help

The Long Beach Peninsula is world renowned for its diverse bird life, particularly the snowy plover nesting area…

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