The Oregon Zoo is a pioneer among zoos when it comes to sustainable practices and innovative ways to take care of its animals, making it a perfect HybridLife destination. In this episode, Heather and I speak with Krista Swan, Senior Public Affairs Specialist and Events Coordinator at the Oregon Zoo, about why zoos are an important and integral part of our outdoor experience. Check out the show here.
How much time does your child spend each day, staring at a screen? TV, Computer, Video Games, Cell phone… 4 hours? 6 hours? American kids spend an average of 7 and a half hours per day watching something or looking at a screen. Meg Merrill, the producer of the award winning Documentary, “Play Again” joined Heather and I to talk about this epidemic. Check it out here.
If you haven’t taken the family to the Ape Caves yet, leave the house now. Right now. Read about them in this week’s Portland Family Outdoors column.
Eating in the wilderness is more than freeze dried fruit and cashews. Heather and I spoke with Mary (Howley) Ryan, a registered dietician and author of Backcountry Nutrition – Eating Beyond the Basics. Click here to listen.
I know. This is not the first time (or 2nd for that matter) that the Japanese Garden has been the picture of the week. If you’ve ever been there you’d understand.
In Hood River, the people are there to make a living, not a killing. I really can’t think of a better place to do it either. Check out the show here.
Another gem along the Sandy River. Read the column here.
The Elephants Deli in NW is like DisneyWorld for foodies. Check out my latest soup review here.
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