Meet 1 of just 2 McKenzie River Drift Boat makers left in the PNW
Did you know Lane County is the birthplace of a drift boat popular worldwide?
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Beavers kept rebuilding dams in Oregon’s aging canal, turning a century-old embankment into a safety hazard engineers finally had to address
Beavers rebuilt dams in Oregon's century-old canal, forcing water managers to repeatedly remove the animals to prevent safety hazards.
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The U.S. Department of Commerce Office of the Inspector General and the Oregon Department of Justice Charitable Activities Section are investigating a case concerning an alleged embezzlement ...
Exploring Oregon’s remarkably blue McKenzie River
Explore the striking blue waters, moss-covered forests, and rushing waterfalls surrounding McKenzie River and the Willamette ...
Eugene kayaker dies after boat capsizes on McKenzie River
A 66-year-old Eugene man is dead after his boat capsized on the McKenzie River west of Blue River in Lane County on Aug. 19.
Eugene kayaker dies after boat capsizes on McKenzie River
A 66-year-old Eugene man is dead after his boat capsized on the McKenzie River west of Blue River in Lane County on Aug. 19.
Eugene kayaker dies after boat capsizes on McKenzie River
A 66-year-old Eugene man is dead after his boat capsized on the McKenzie River west of Blue River in Lane County on Aug. 19.
Meet 1 of just 2 McKenzie River Drift Boat makers left in the PNW
Did you know Lane County is the birthplace of a drift boat popular worldwide?
McKenzie River Ranger Station still without warehouse one year following fire
MCKENZIE RIVER, Ore. — A year after a fire tore through the McKenzie River Ranger Station, firefighters are still rebuilding resources lost in the blaze while continuing to respond to
It's one of the driest years in decades. Lane County reservoirs prove it
One of Lane County's driest summers in decades has drained reservoirs to concerning levels.
It's one of the driest years in decades. Lane County reservoirs prove it
Water managers with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers shared a pessimistic outlook on the agency's 13 Willamette Valley reservoirs July 23. According to the engineers, 2026 is the Willamette Valley's ...
7 Hidden Oregon Parks Along the McKenzie River You Need to Explore
If you’re looking to escape the usual crowds and explore some lesser-known natural spots, the McKenzie River area in Oregon has parks that might surprise you. These hidden parks offer peaceful ...
Quartz Creek restoration helping return floodplains to McKenzie River
Collaborative efforts are underway to restore Oregon's McKenzie River after a century of damming and channelization. The project aims to improve water quality, wildfire resiliency, and habitats for ...
Quartz Creek restoration helping return floodplains to McKenzie River
Collaborative efforts are underway to restore Oregon's McKenzie River after a century of damming and channelization. The project aims to improve water quality, wildfire resiliency, and habitats for ...
Quartz Creek restoration helping return floodplains to McKenzie River
Collaborative efforts are underway to restore Oregon's McKenzie River after a century of damming and channelization. The project aims to improve water quality, wildfire resiliency, and habitats for ...
WATCH: Fire crews tackle blaze near McKenzie River Ranger Station
A structure fire erupted near the McKenzie River Ranger Station, engulfing an outbuilding and resulting in significant losses, according to reports from the scene. Fire crews tell us they arrived to ...
Commissioners may OK house on McKenzie mill exec built without permits
Kathleen Jones-McCann asked the Lane County commissioners to retroactively permit a house she built on land near the McKenzie ...
Explore Green Island, former farmland now full of wildlife
Over the course of two decades, McKenzie River Trust transformed farmland into a place where wildlife and rivers can flourish.
3-day lavender festival blooms again in McKenzie River Valley
The annual Lavender Bloom returned to the McKenzie River Valley this July, offering visitors a chance to experience local artisans, live music and fresh lavender in full bloom.
Commissioners may OK house on McKenzie mill exec built without permits
Kathleen Jones-McCann asked the Lane County commissioners to retroactively permit a house she built on land near the McKenzie ...