Twin Tunnels Run draws 100+ for Mother’s Day fun
The 2013 Mosier Twin Tunnels run/walk drew 113 participants Sunday morning for 3k, 5k and 12k events for a friendly morning of competition to raise money for Mosier Community School. Easton Atchley (13) and Emma Atchley (11) won the 3k male and female events, Elkin Parker (14) won the 5k male event, Kayla Collins won the 5K female, Charlie Remington (29) won the 12k male and Shanon Sexton won the 12k female event. For upcoming runs in the Columbia Gorge area, visit www.columbiagorgerunningclub.com. Next on the group’s calendar is Saturday’s 8th annual Carson to Steven Ridge Run, followed by the June 15 White Salmon Backyard half marathon.
An unforgettable memory from Lost Lake
At 92, Ed Bartlien recounts his trophy trout of 1981
For Ed Bartlien, Lost Lake has a special place in his heart. Like many who have lived around here long enough, the 92-year-old has decades’ worth of fine memories locked away, of fishing, camping, picnicking and enjoying the picturesque mountain lake that has long been a jewel of Hood River County.
Oregon Trail rally speeds through Hood River County
Rally America and The Oregon Rally Group brought their special brand of motorsport through the Gorge again this past weekend with the 2013 Rally America Championship Series.
22 qualify for Hershey’s state track meet
The annual Hershey’s Track Meet brought several dozen youngsters to Hood River Valley High School’s Henderson Stadium last weekend to compete for a shot at the state meet this summer at Eugene’s legendary track and field venue, Hayward Field.
HRVHS Alum Erin Jones wins USA Triathlon National Championship
Now sets sights on 2016 Rio Olympics
Former Hood River Valley High School cross country, swimming and track standout Erin Jones is making serious headway in the world of professional triathlons. Representing the Elite Training Academy in Colorado Springs, the 2009 HRVHS graduate won the biggest triathlon of her career last month – the Collegiate National Championship.
Looking for fish? Try ODFW’s new interactive map
Map details fishing sites, stocking schedule and tips for best results
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife this spring introduced an interactive online fishing map and guide designed to help anglers find fishing locations all across Oregon, including in Hood River County.
Short track series starts May 16
Mountain bike series in Cascade Locks open to racers of all levels
Riders of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in the 2013 Gorge Short Track Mountain Biking Series in Cascade Locks.
Cascade Locks launches 18-hole disc golf course
On Port property, course is addition to recent biking and windsports access
If you are a fan of the popular and quickly growing sport of disc golf, the Columbia River Gorge is a great place to be. The Dalles, Hood River, North Bonneville and now, Cascade Locks, with the opening of The Locks Approach course, all have public disc golf courses.
Rally race returns
Weekend race in Hood River, Wasco counties
The 2013 Rally America National Championship comes to the Gorge May 3-5 in the annual Oregon Trail Rally stage of the racing series.
Oregon Trail Rally visits Gorge
Oregon Trail Rally, Round 3 of the Rally America National Championship, comes to Portland, Hood River and Dufur May 3-5.
Sports Briefs for April 27
Hershey’s Track Meet Saturday; Eagle youth soccer camp; Competitive Youth Soccer Tryouts; Dry Hollow Vineyard hosts Home At Last 3K/5K benefit ; Hawks baseball loses close game
Kids yoga offered
Kids can connect with history in a fun new way through The History Museum’s special new childrens program –History through Yoga!
Fun stuff for kids: Who says there’s nothing to do around here?
From comic books to soccer, here are four fun upcoming events for local kids:
Earth Day, waterfront cleanup draw crowds
With volunteer workers edging over a hundred adults plus innumerable child-helpers, the Earth Day celebration and Waterfront park cleanup event on Saturday simultaneously brought smiles to faces and much-needed order to park landscaping.
Outdoor News: Get ready for trout season
For the last several weeks, I’ve been preparing for trout season. Of course, there has been no small amount of encouragement; our two boys (I mean young men; sons Wade and Blake are now 20 and 23), remembering all the fun we had last year reminded me they’d like to go again
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