Outdoors

Incorporating native plants into the urban garden is a win-win for pollinators, the environment, and the gardener.
Wollemi pines are critically endangered with fewer than 100 adult trees known to exist in the wild.
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. It’s also the time of year when the blood-sucking parasites are most active.
Level 2 electric vehicle chargers were recently installed at seven state parks across Oregon as part of a pilot project encouraging eco-friendly tourism.
Explore these dog-friendly places in Portland that include places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, swim, and stay the night.
Sample local beers and ciders, play lawn games, listen to live music, and meet zookeepers at the 21+ summer festival.
Explore the East Fork of the Lewis River via this pleasant loop that offers access to Moulton Falls.
Google Search users will also see emergency alerts during the next extreme heat event.
Help restore the City of Roses’ luster by volunteering to remove litter and other debris on Saturday, April 22.
More than 300 trees across the city are protected by law and serve as living landmarks.
Many people have expressed worries over the duration of time that parks will be darker while they await replacement light fixtures.
Volunteers interested in mapping American pika populations in the Columbia River Gorge are invited to free training sessions Thursday, May 11-Saturday, May 13.
Protect the night by taking some simple actions Saturday, April 15-Saturday, April 22
Explore this out-and-back route that connects to the Pacific Crest Trail near Bonneville Dam on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge.
We’re highlighting the 20 best parks that Portland, OR has to offer — complete with roses, fountains, forests, and sports fields.
The regional governing body plans to restore and support natural habitat diversity.
The nonprofit focuses on creating opportunities for education, advancement, and empowerment for members of the BIPOC community in the wine industry.
We’re breaking down the Irish sport of hurling including its rules and where you can catch a game.
Visit a local park, participate in a community event, or clean up your humble abode in honor of the astronomical transition from winter to spring.
The locations are “unmarked, unsafe, and inaccessible.”
Snow isn’t guaranteed every winter in Rose City, but its spontaneous visits can shut down the entire metro area.
The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde is clearing the way to restore public access to the second most powerful waterfall in North America.
During his 14 years as parks director, Jordan helped implement dozens of free activities like Movies in the Park and oversaw the creation of 44 new recreational facilities.
Mark your calendars and stretch those hammies.
Check out these 15 hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around Portland, Oregon for outdoor adventures.
Pass beneath frosted pines, breathe in fresh mountain air, and bring a lunch to devour when you’re done.
We’re sharing some info to help kicks-heart your search.
Anna’s hummingbirds stay in the PNW year-round and supplement their nectar diet with insects and sap.
It’s like “Where the Wild Things Are” meets “Ex Machina”
The Pollinator Paradise plate celebrates the creatures who are vital to our ecosystem and economy by supporting ongoing research at Oregon State University.
Fresh eggs, every day.
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