Editor’s note: The following is a column by Devin Meister, a local outdoors and wildlife enthusiast and has a blog called “Average Guy Outdoors.” Reach him at [email protected]. Morels. Locally, ...

In ancient China, spring rains were called "as precious as oil" for their vital role in nature's spring revival. Today, a unique climate phenomenon known as "spring persistent rainfall" (SPR) prevails ...

Yours truly has been getting a workout donning and removing layers according to the whims of the sun, clouds and wind. It’s been the kind of spring in Central Oregon that is sunny and warmish one mom ...