Forests on Film
‘Crown jewels’ of public lands must remain standing
I’m not an avid social media user, so when “influencer” Alex Haraus (@alex.haraus on Instagram), who hit the big time with his activism working to … Continue reading
Chandra LeGue
Author: Chandra LeGue
50 Years For the Wild
Oregon Wild advocating for the state's wildlands, wildlife and waters for half a century
This year, Oregon Wild marks 50 years of working to protect our state’s wildlands, wildlife and waters. At Oregon Wild’s founding in 1974, newly minted … Continue reading
Planning to Cut Old Growth
Proposed revisions to the Northwest Forest Plan could eliminate valuable protections
In the final weeks of 2023, two far-reaching policy processes were unveiled by the U.S. Forest Service that will affect public forest lands across Oregon. … Continue reading
Enjoying Old Growth
Climate action begins with a hike at Brice Creek
Come for the waterfalls or swimming holes, to camp or to hike. Come to explore one of the nicest streams and most accessible ancient forests … Continue reading
Walking on Sand
Get out and experience the wonder of the Oregon dunes
Oregon’s central coast — from Florence to Coos Bay — was once a vast expanse of moving sand 40 miles long and up to three … Continue reading
Hiking Lane County In 2021, Remembering 2020
There is much to explore as forests recover from the wildfires of a year ago
Fire-burned forest landscapes are not the first hiking destinations that jump to mind for many people. Forest fires tend to elicit feelings of pain and … Continue reading
Outdoors for Quarantine Time
Way in the Woods: Navigating the outdoors in COVID-19
In this time of “Stay home, stay safe,” at least we have the outdoors. Wait! Don’t go outside! There’s too many people, it’s risky and … Continue reading
Things to Do While Maintaining Health Precautions
Update: The governor issued an executive order March 23 telling Oregonians to stay at home, and state parks are now closed. “Individuals may go outside … Continue reading
The Eastern Forests are Calling
The beautiful peaks and canyons of northeastern Oregon beyond the Eagle Cap
Where in Oregon can you find peaks over 9,000 feet and a canyon more than a mile deep, all within a few miles of each … Continue reading
Way in the Woods: Embracing Winter
Snowshoeing is a great way to explore winter landscapes
I don’t particularly like winter. Growing up in Michigan, I remember waiting for the bus at the end of my rural driveway, shivering after trudging through … Continue reading