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Saving S’Mores

As fire bans happen earlier and earlier, these fire pits can let you stare into the flames (mostly) year-round

It’s a primal urge: To stare into the flames under a blue-black bonnet, alive with tiny white stars. Evolutionary Anthropologist Daniel Fesser of the University of California-Los Angeles has an explanation about humans’ attraction to fire, saying in a 2012 article with Live Science that adults’ “fascination with fire is a direct consequence of not […]

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The Outdoor Enthusiast

Modern marvels for ambitious adventurers

Osprey Exos Ultralight Multi-day Pack With the thousands of acres of public lands available in Central Oregon, it stands to reason that hiking and backpacking continue to gain popularity. With excellent trailhead access to our wilderness areas, more people than ever are exploring these backcountry treasures. Modern equipment helps, too. Years ago it wasn’t uncommon […]

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