# Recreation
Meeting With New Conn. Lakes Headwaters’ Owner Brings Pledge To Work With Locals
PITTSBURG – Eric Hall said he was the last logger out of the 146,500-acre Connecticut Lakes Headwaters tract. Hall stood in front of a map at the Pittsburg Fire Station Tuesday evening and shook his head, considering the new owner’s – Bluesource Sustainable Forest Co. – plans to reduce by 50 percent the logging operations on the largest tract of land at the northern tip of the state.
Coastal Razor Clam Digs Approved
Long Beach, Twin Harbors, and Copalis will be open to razor clam digging by the end of the month, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife reported on Tuesday. Starting Sep. 29, per the department, open beaches at all three locations above will allow daily limits of 15 clams per person. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) advises that each digger place each clam in a separate container and that diggers avoid throwing away their clams.
The Safe Face of the Waves
The hot autumn days had relinquished their hold on the sun begrudgingly. At 5 pm the dried out, burnt orange of the pine trees were still visible in the glacially receding sunlight. The shimmering heat waves rising off the coils of black asphalt collided with the cool wind coming down the mountain, following the solid wall of rock carrying with it the scent of wild flowers growing on the other side in a distant valley.Only the elements were alive and moving in the early evening heat.All the living creatures were silent except for the steady clicking sound made by the grasshoppers as they rustled through the tall, dried grass on the side of the road and one other.
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The Case for Fixing Zoos
“Mommy, is he happy or is he sad?” I heard a girl ask as we looked into the orangutan exhibit. Her question was so emblematic of the zoo predicament. A big orange male, with droopy eyes sat languidly in front of me. I wondered if he was as sad as he looked, or were we anthropomorphizing him as we so often do?
Moab Is Beautiful This Time of Year And Always
Taking a drive to Moab for people who live in different parts of Utah is a pleasant experience by car. It is a nice drive through mountain regions. Moab, Utah, is a tourist destination for travelers from other states and the world because of the spectacular scenery in the area. The red rocks provide majestic scenes of nature.
Hiking and Fly Fishing Crab Creek Washington
Washington State is known as the Evergreen State. I think when most people envision Washington they see the evergreen forests, high snow capped Cascade and Olympic Mountains, all the streams, rivers, lakes, the Puget Sound, and the Pacific Ocean. If you cross the Cascade Range however, and drop down into the Columbia River Basin you suddenly find yourself in a high desert terrain very different from anywhere else in the state of Washington. If you fly fish Eastern Washington should be one of your top destinations.
Colorado fourth-graders get free access to national parks and forests
(Colorado) All fourth-grade students (or home-school equivalent) are invited on a year-long adventure in America's big backyard. Fourth-graders are eligible for a free twelve-month pass offering complimentary entry to over 2,000 federal recreation sites in the United States and the U.S. territories.
Mudcats to Wilson: City Council Moves Forward
City Council Authorizes Notice of Intent to Enter Lease with Mudcats Baseball. According to Wilson, NC as posted on September 07, 2023, at 2:01 p.m. Wilson is closer to bringing the Mudcats Baseball team to Wilson, NC after actions were taken by the City Council members during the September 07th, 2023, meeting. Council members unanimously approved the resolution authorizing the notice of intent to start a lease with the Mudcats on a new multi-use outdoor recreational and entertainment facility.
Art Lander’s Outdoors: Grant County’s Williamstown Lake is a popular boating and recreation destination
Editor’s note: This is the seventeenth article in an occasional series on small lakes in central and eastern Kentucky. Williamstown lake is a popular boating destination (Photo from Lemons Landing)
Thousands Set to Pedal in Evanston's North Shore Century Sunday
With several different routes, Evanston's North Shore Century promises to be the bike ride of year. Evanston is gearing up for a cycling spectacle as thousands of riders from across the country prepare to pedal their way through the scenic North Shore Century event. Anticipation is running high as approximately 2,400 cyclists are expected to converge on the city for this remarkable cycling experience.
Stop! It Is Illegal To Pick Up Rocks From Texas Parks – Texas State Park Rules You Didn't Know!
Exploring the scenic wonders of Texas State Parks is a popular pastime for nature enthusiasts. From picturesque landscapes to unique flora and fauna, these parks offer a visual treat for visitors. However, there's an intriguing question that often arises: Is it legal to take home items from Texas State Parks?
12 Things to Do In and Around Chicago on Labor Day 2023
As the unofficial last day of summer, Labor Day in the Windy City is marked by numerous exciting events and activities for both residents and visitors. Whether you're into music, art, sports, or simply soaking in the city's rich culture, there's something for everyone on September 4, 2023.
Call to Action: Test for CWD in WA Deer, Elk
State officials want hunters to get real about a deadly cervid disease. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announced on Friday it is partnering with the Washington Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers for a special drawing of multi-season deer tags.
Popular retailer opens another location in Washington
A growing retailer recently opened another store location in Washington state. Read on to learn more. On Thursday, August 10, 2023, the expanding retail store chain Sportsman's Warehouse celebrated the grand opening of its newest Washington location in Sequim, according to local sources.
New Biden Admin Regulations Could Push You to Say Goodbye to Hunting, Fishing, and Hiking
A cloud of uncertainty looms over the future of hunting, fishing, and recreational activities on public lands as the Biden administration ushers in new regulations that critics contend could significantly limit access to these cherished pastimes. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and U.S.
Hakata Ikkousha Restaurant is Located at Little Tokyo in Los Angeles, California
It is one of many restaurants where ramen is served. The Little Tokyo section of Los Angeles, California, is one of the few remaining JapanTowns within the United States. Japanese immigrants and American citizens of Japanese descent were involved with the JapanTowns which were established mostly in the early 1900s.