River Critters

The rivers, wetlands, and shores of the Pacific Northwest are home to many fascinating creatures. Here, we’ve compiled spotlights on some of our favorite local water-dwellers.

Beavers Help Slow Wildfires

You may already know that beavers have many positive impacts on their local river, but…

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Water Ouzel or The American Dipper

The American Dipper, also known as a Water Ouzel, is unique in being one of…

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Aggregating Anemones

The Oregon Coast is known for its breathtaking views, but zoom in to the tidepools…

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What Would Captain Kirk Do About Pests?

In a pivotal scene from the 2013 Star Trek film Into Darkness, young Captain Kirk…

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Good Things Come From Small Places

I hear this line often when I’m out working in a stream: “There’s no fish…

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