She’s going the distance! Join ultra-distance swimmer Jessica Kieras as she recounts her impressive 13-mile swim at Waldo Lake, and shares tips on how to get started in swimming in Oregon’s lakes.

In the past several years, Oregon has faced historic wildfires which have devastated people and communities, heat waves that harmed wildlife and overwhelmed animal care centers, and severe drought, which is only predicted to get worse. After experiencing this summer's heat dome across the region, it is no wonder that climate change remains the biggest…

Without a doubt, salmon is one of the most iconic species of the Pacific Northwest. Its significance is far-reaching, and for thousands of years, has been at the center of cultural practices, rituals, and economic activities. Salmon are also an indicator species, in that they serve as a key measure of ecosystem health and vitality.…