Imagine you are floating down a river wearing a thin coat of armor. You jostle against rocks as the current pushes you down a tight channel. Sometimes you’re able to grab onto a plant or branch hanging in the water. This gives you a sense of calm and safety as the water rushes around you. Clinging to a branch or rock, you finally have time to sneak a snack before carrying on your never-ending float. Now, imagine you’re the size of a penny. Imagine you’re a caddisfly. Although this may seem...

You can learn a lot about a person by asking them their favorite tree. We put it to the test with our staff to see if we could gain...

Looking for some fun activities to fill your summer weekends? Join the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, Jackson County Parks, and...