Author: Emily Kolkemo

News

Murrelet takes flight, thanks to a little help

A grounded marbled murrelet chick has taken wing thanks to the collaborative efforts of several coast organizations. The marbled murrelet, Brachyramphus marmoratus, is listed as threatened under both the Federal and State Endangered Species Act. Thanks to the dedicated efforts of volunteers and wildlife professionals, this vulnerable seabird was successfully […]

Food/Travel

Carriage Museum Celebrates 20 Years

The Northwest Carriage Museum (NWCM), located an hour north of Astoria in Raymond, Washington, is a treat for horse-drawn carriage enthusiasts—and just about anyone else. This year, the world-class museum is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The museum began with 21 donated carriages in 2002, and over the course of two […]

News

The Prefontaine Legacy

The lore and legend of world-class runner Steve Prefontaine lives on with a new biographical book and documentary. The Book: Prefontaine & His Places A new book chronicles the life and accomplishments of running legend Steve “Pre” Prefontaine. Oregon Running Legend Steve Prefontaine, published earlier this year by Arcadia Publishing […]