Zach Urness is the Outdoors Editor for the Salem Statesman and USA TODAY, covering Oregon's outdoors, environment, recreation, and public lands. He is also the author of "Best Hikes with Kids Oregon" and hosts the Explore Oregon Podcast. Zach's work provides readers with insights into Oregon's natural beauty, outdoor activities, and environmental issues.
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By: Zach Urness
Willamette Pass Ski Area will open at its earliest date in two decades this Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
By: Zach Urness
The North Canyon Trailhead offers a way to explore some new hiking loops at Oregon's largest state park.
By: Zach Urness
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Oregon's commercial Dungeness crab season is delayed across the Oregon Coast until at least Dec. 16.
By: Zach Urness
In 2020, Bolan Mountain Lookout was burned by the Slater Fire. Four years later, a district ranger and an Oregon nonprofit rebuild it in one season.
By: Zach Urness
The removal of four dams over the past year has opened up fascinating stretches of river, wild rapids and views of salmon.
By: Zach Urness
After a historically late start to last season at Hoodoo Ski Area, it will open early this year for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
By: Zach Urness
The Mount Jefferson Snowmobile Club has for decades provided access to McKenzie Pass Highway 242. Now, their ability to do that is in question.
By: Zach Urness
This holiday weekend is about as good as it gets for early season winter recreation in Oregon. Here are some ideas for snowy and non-snowy adventures.
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