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Damian Fagan is a freelance writer, outdoor enthusiast and avid birder. He is the author of several wildflower field guides including "Wildflowers of Oregon" and "Wildflowers of North America." Fagan lives in Bend with his wife, Raven, and a pollinator-friendly garden.
Humans and dogs aren’t much different in winter. Both love to romp through fresh powder, go out for daily walks, and sniff each…well, two out of three isn’t bad. Humans layer up with hats, gloves and jackets before going outside—though some dogs are better suited to the cold than other dogs. Think husky versus chihuahua. […]
In 2017, a total solar eclipse created a cosmic sensation across Central Oregon. The next total solar eclipse, laying a path of totality from Texas to Maine, will be April 8, 2024. So, what’s there to do in between? Answer: star party! Starry, Starry Night The winter night sky is a celestial treat for many […]
Many Central Oregon drivers fall into two categories: those who have hit mule deer and those who know someone who has. Fortunately for both deer and driver, a 4-mile section along Hwy. 97 south of Lava Butte now provides both with safe passage. In June 2012, the Oregon Department of Transportation completed the Lava Butte […]
Fall is a great time to stalk wild mushrooms. If you haven’t tried chanterelles, boletes, chicken of the woods, matsutake or cauliflower mushrooms, then you’re in for a treat. Great-tasting wild mushrooms are found within an hour drive of Bend in areas including Santiam Pass, Crane Prairie, Suttle Lake and the Cascade Lakes. But before […]
Damian Fagan is the Communications Manager for High Desert Museum. Every year, the High Desert Museum adds a few more critters to the mix. Here are a few of 2015’s highlights. 1 Porcupette The porcupine, Honeysuckle, gave birth in mid-April to a baby “porcupette.” A naming contest was held for the porcupette and “Juniper” was […]
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