THE GORGE — In mid-April and May, populations of birds stream past the Gorge, on their way between nesting grounds in the north and wintering …
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 It is another year, and therefore another growing season for the many orchards throughout the Columbia Gorge. The familiar sight of blossoms …
WHITE SALMON — When was the last time you looked, really looked, at the teeming world of insect life bustling at our feet or busily flying from wildflower to fruit tree or hive? If you haven’t done so recently, you are missing one of the most stunning examples of co-evolution the natural world has to show us.
THE DALLES — The Gorge Community Foundation’s (GCF) community grants program has $17,000 to donate this year to Gorge non-profits. Application…
KLICKITAT CO. — A program to help Klickitat residents turn yards into rich wildlife habitat has handed out 10 certifications so far, said Corrie Podolak, project specialist at Underwood Conservation District (UCD), who took over the program this year. With an advocacy for less-neat yards and native plants, interest in the project seems to be growing.
A century ago in The Dalles Chronicle: "Horsethief Lake Park, developed by the U. S. Corps of Engineers in the Washington area just east The Dalles Dam, will be taken over by the Washington State Parks Department shortly before opening of the fishing season..."
The Hood River Valley boys snowboarding team took first place at the 2024 Oregon Interscholastic Snowboard Association State championships ove…
Originally published in Columbia Gorge News' January 2024 Home and Garden edition.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Rocky and Banff’s four fluffy chicks venture out of the nest and begin to explore. The Oregon Zoo’s Great Northwest habitat is full of flaps, feathers and fluff this week as four snowy owlets are venturing out of their nest to explore. Hatched last month to parents Rocky and Banff, the young birds are growing quickly and taking baby steps toward their first flight.
For Travis Tastove and Katy Williams, their yard is a family affair. With help from Katy’s mom Marla Williams and the support of daughter Tallulah and dog Maple, they’re able to create something beautiful, brighten up the community and enjoy each other’s company while they do it.
