Noah Thomas

Derelict vessels threaten health and safety on public waterways but also serve as people's only homes.

Mysterious whirlwinds of dirt could help researchers understand the climate on Mars and plan future missions.

Trail angels create magical moments for hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail

Warrenton students set to make waves in world robotics championship

Off-road thrills, junky cars and trash cleanup. Welcome to the Gambler 500!

Lestarya and Scott Molloy help novice campers, especially people of color, build outdoor confidence.

Oregon astrophotographers capture cosmic wonders using surprisingly accessible tech.

What causes dust devils, and why are scientists studying them to prepare for future exploration on Mars?

Want to learn to camp in Oregon but don’t know where to start? Here's a camping 101 guide.

Meet the Leesons, Eugene Trail Angels serving up snacks and support for PCT hikers!

Felines are evolving from neighborhood prowlers to adventure partners — on forest trails and even on the water.

Last year, the Sand Island Sand Castle Competition showcased the remarkable talents of 18 contestants who transformed ordinary sand into extraordinary works of art.

The annual sandcastle contest in St. Helens is a scene of epic but ephemeral beauty.

Students at Oregon-based national tree climbing school push themselves to the limit to become professional cone collectors

Tree Climbing School

A team of artists from Oregon competed in one of the largest and most renowned ice sculpting events in the world.

One Oregon team competes for the crown at the World Ice Carving Championships in Alaska.

The once-thriving sunflower sea star has all but disappeared along the West Coast, but a San Juan Island lab is cultivating a new generation.

Every October, paddlers dressed in Halloween costumes race 1,000-pound pumpkins across the Lake of the Commons in Tualatin.

An effort to save Sunflower Sea Stars