Central Oregonian

Keeping ‘cool’ near Black Butte

Lake Creek Lodge and the mouth of the Metolius are both worth a visit

Two flies for the Crooked River

I’m beginning to get the hang of this fly fishing thing

Dreaming of Hawaii

Flowing lava, breaching whales and the snoring woman

The evolution of the Outdoor Writer

Have you ever wondered what makes an outdoor writer? The answer begins on cave walls . . .

Snowshoes: Then and Now

This winter pastime caters to the novice and the experienced snowshoer alike

A different kind of blue

Crater Lake gives new meaning to the term wintertime blues

What’s the count?

Local chapter of the Oregon Hunters Association donates rifle to help with Mule Deer Initiative surveys

Surviving winter

Those who survive have one thing in common — they were prepared

The thrill of victory

and the agony of opening ceremonies

A bird count for Christmas

More than 20 local bird enthusiasts take part in the annual Prineville Christmas Bird Count

Winter Scenes

The great elk hunt of ’09

Ahhh . . . the joys (?) of hunting elk in the great outdoors

A few of my favorite things

A list of some great gifts for your favorite outdoorsman (or outdoorswoman)

Another officer on patrol

Crook County gets a new Fish and Wildlife Officer