PCT Mile 300: Hanging tortillas in a trip as soft as a sand dune
Celia Peterson and Jensen Douillard are close to mile 300 on the Pacific Crest Trail as they fight the biting sand and heavy winds. Hopeful for the hot springs ahead, they are warding off the prick of the Southern California Desert.
Diversity Whitewater Aims to Grow Local Paddling Community for a 2nd Year
Starting this August, residents around the Columbia River Gorge will have a unique opportunity to learn whitewater hard-shell kayaking for no cost this summer, thanks to a kayak progression program aimed at diversifying paddle sports in the region.
Sun Spot Chaser floored with Friday Display; Northern Lights could return Monday, May 13
Seeing the Northern Lights this well usually requires a trip to high latitudes in Alaska or Scandinavian countries, and even then might not be so well observed. This was a Bucket List item I hoped I would live long enough to see. And this was in my backyard!
Parkdale man drowns at HR Marina Friday, May 12th; Searchers recover Dennis Howe next day
The Hood River County Sheriff’s Office and Hood River City Police responded to a drowning at the Hood River Marina on Friday, May 12th, 2023. The remains of a Hood River man were recovered from the Marina the following day.
Interview in a Mineshaft: Drake learns a little from Newgrass players who hit the stage tonight, May 12 in TD
Jim Drake recently met up with Newgrass Experts Molly in the Mineshaft to talk with the band about their music and upcoming show at The Dalles Civic Auditorium tonight, May 12 at 6 p.m.