The Great Outdoors: A Simple Way to Help Protect Our Environment

A new way for Oregonians to support projects that protect and enhance non-game wildlife species and habitats launched last week in Bend. In this week’s Great Outdoors, Brooke Snavely introduces us to the Oregon Conservation and Recreation Fund.

A special thanks to our Great Outdoors sponsor, Parr Lumber, for giving us the time and resources to explore the lakes, rivers and mountains across our beautiful state every Wednesday night on Central Oregon Daily.

The Great Outdoors: Cleaning Boyd Cave

A handful of dedicated spelunkers are removing graffiti from the walls of caves in Central Oregon. In this week’s Great Outdoors, Brooke Snavely, shows us some subterranean house cleaning efforts that will never see the light of day. 

People interested in supporting the cave clean ups, either by volunteering or donating, can contact Oregon High Desert Grotto.

A special thanks to our Great Outdoors sponsor, Parr Lumber, for giving us the time and resources to explore the lakes, rivers and mountains across our beautiful state every Wednesday night on Central Oregon Daily.

The Great Outdoors: Riddle Brothers Ranch

Eastern Oregon is still cowboy country in many ways, with thousands of ranches. In tonight’s Great Outdoors, Brian Jennings takes us to Riddle Brothers Ranch, a historic ranch near the majestic Steens Wilderness.

A special thanks to our Great Outdoors sponsor, Parr Lumber, for giving us the time and resources to explore the lakes, rivers and mountains across our beautiful state every Wednesday night on Central Oregon Daily.

The Great Outdoors: Creating Effective Fishing Flies

The growing popularity of international fly fishing competitions are driving innovations to help you catch more trout. In this week’s Great Outdoors, Gary Lewis takes us to the fly-tying desk.

A special thanks to our Great Outdoors sponsor, Parr Lumber, for giving us the time and resources to explore the lakes, rivers and mountains across our beautiful state every Wednesday night on Central Oregon Daily.

The Great Outdoors: Impact of the Takeover of Malheur National Wildlife Refuge

It’s been nearly three years since the controversial armed takeover of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge near Burns.  In this week’s Great Outdoors, Brian Jennings talks to the author of a new book about the take-over and its impact on Harney County.

A special thanks to our Great Outdoors sponsor, Parr Lumber, for giving us the time and resources to explore the lakes, rivers and mountains across our beautiful state every Wednesday night on Central Oregon Daily.