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Did you ever wonder what happens to a bear when he hibernates?  How can he literally sleep for months?  What happens to the food in its belly?
Watch this fascinating video to find out.
Black bears are indigenous to the cascade mountains.  Unlike the brown or grizzly bear they are fairly docile and tend to leave people alone unless provoked – but don’t even think about getting between a mamma bear and her cub(s)....

It’s interesting how things so small can make such a huge difference.
Surprisingly Wolves are really important to helping the wilderness stay in balance,  The above video shares how Yellowstone National Park was transformed by the reintroduction of wolves.   Watch the video.  Start to understand how connected our ecosystems...

It’s easy to see why outdoor enthusiasts fall in love with Oregon.
Check out this Oregon Public Broadcasting video featuring 8 incredibly scenic Oregon Rivers.  (Honestly, I’m not sure how the producers could decide on just 8.)  If we add in all the smaller rivers, streams and creeks, it would take you years to explore...

“NO. 10: McKENZIE RIVER TRAIL MOUNTAIN BIKE
Ask any serious mountain biker their favorite trail in Oregon, and there’s a good chance the response will include just three words:
McKenzie. River. Trail.