Portland Mountain Biking
Oregon has lots of great biking trails, but if you’re a mountain biker in Portland there really aren’t many places close to ride. That is, until now. Welcome to the Fear and Loaming Trail.
Sierra Nevada Red Fox
At first glance, it’s just a fox. But this fox has outfoxed even the best researchers.
Fort Creek Photo Essay
Enjoy this Fort Creek photo essay taken in Klamath county by Oregon Field Guide photographer and editor, Todd Sonflieth.
Cedar Creek Grist Mill
A picturesque gristmill in southwest Washington state revives the joys of nostalgic traditions. It’s powered by the water of Cedar Creek. The sights and sounds of the traditional press are accented by brightly colored leaves and fish jumping, making cider pressing a quintessentially fall event for many.
Klamath Suckers
A look at efforts underway in the Klamath Basin to save the Short Nosed and Lost River suckers.
Cascade Raptors
We meet big, beautiful birds of prey at a Eugene center focused on education and rehabilitation.
Rogue Dogs
Forget drones and eDNA, one of the most powerful tools in field research is man's best friend. Rogue Dogs trains shelter dogs to sniff out everything from cougar scat to grape viruses in order to help scientists around the world.
Opal Creek After Fire
A year after the Beachie Creek wildfire burned through the Opal Creek Wilderness, Oregon Field Guide takes rare tour of this ancient forest to see how it's changed.
Avalanche Dogs
Anyone who's been to a ski resort, knows that the folks in red jackets are looking out for your safety. At Mount Bachelor, there's a special unit dedicated just to avalanche rescue--and the training starts young! Bachelor has its own avalanche dog program that trains canines to find buried skiers and snowboarders.
Tree Rings and Earthquakes
Northwest scientists are using ancient trees to uncover the seismic history of the region.
Wood River Photo Essay
Wood River Wonder - Photo Essay courtesy of Oregon Field Guide photographer Todd Sonflieth. Wood River is located in southern Oregon and is part of the Klamath Basin.
Biscuit Fire 10 Years Later
Biscuit Fire 10 Years Later - 10 years after the Biscuit fire, scientists have uncovered a treasure trove of surprises.
Oregon Revealed Water Around Us
In Oregon, water surrounds us, falling from the sky as rain and filling our many lakes, rivers and streams. Water refreshes our deserts and creates the lush green landscapes and snowy mountain peaks we call home. In this Oregon Field Guide special, we dive below the surface and fly above the clouds to show you water like you have never seen it before.
Oregon Revealed Willamette Valley
The Willamette Valley is one of Oregon’s most spectacular landscapes. The river winds its way through the valley, linking mountains, gardens, and forests to sprawling farms and fields. From the upper stretches of the Mckenzie River, to the majestic Willamette Falls, our photographers travel by air and land to showcase the valley like you have never seen it before.
Oregon Revealed: Coastal Wonder
Oregon’s spectacular coast stretches from the islands of the Columbia River, south to the rolling dunes of Florence, from the lighthouse at Heceta Head, to the port of Brookings harbor. There is always something new to discover. Oregon Field Guide photographers dive below the ocean and fly above the clouds to bring you magnificent views of the Oregon coast.
Behind the Scenes Mount Saint Helens Glacier Caves
In 2014 Oregon Field Guide set off to explore the possible findings of a new cave system rumored to exist inside the glacier on the crater's south side of Mt St. Helens. The segment aired with a fascinating story of its discovery but the shoot did not end as hoped. This behind the scenes view will reveal the difficult challenges and circumstances that lead to a dramatic departure from the crater.
Najiah Knight
14-year-old Najiah Knight comes from a long line of rodeo champs. In 2020, the Arlington, Oregon teen made history not only by being the first female to participate in the rough-and-tumble sport of mini-bull riding at New York’s Madison Square Garden, but also earn the ranking of number seven in the world. Her next goal is to be the first woman in the PBR when she turns 18.
Dog Mountain Photo Essay
Dog Mountain has long been a ‘go to’ day hike in the Columbia Gorge, but it’s also insanely crowded in the summer. If crowds aren't your thing, you can enjoy this particular destination remotely-thanks to the photography of Michael Bendixen.
Condit Dam 10-Years Later
A look at how the White Salmon river has recovered 10-years after the Condit dam was demolished. In 2011, the hopes of river runners, biologists, land managers, and local tribes were staked on one unknown premise: remove the 100-year old Condit dam and the White Salmon river would return to its natural state. A decade later, we return to see if those hopes have been realized.
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