A Conversation with High Prairian Helen Kearns High Prairian: Helen, I know you had a very different childhood than many of us. Where did you grow up? Helen: I grew up on the plains of Manitoba, Canada (just north of … Continue reading
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Edward A. Guest, 1923. Contributed by Barb Parrish I got a cowlick, an’ it stands Up straight, an’ I got dirty hands, An’ if it shows a single speck I have to go an’ wash my neck, An every day Ma … Continue reading
Carol Shuster In July of this year we took our grandkids to Disneyland, Sea World, Legoland and Safari Land. The first character all of us saw was Chewbacca from the Star Wars movie. He hugged all of us and we got … Continue reading
Debbie Chapman, http://onelittleproject.com/birdseed-ornaments/ Ingredients 2.5 cups Birdseed (such as “Outdoor Songbird Mix”) 2 Packages Unflavored Gelatin (2 Tablespoons total) 2 Tablespoons Corn Syrup 1 cup Water 12 Cookie Cutters 3 Drinking Straws, cut into 2” long pieces Twine Instructions Add … Continue reading
Audrey Bentz High Prairie is saddened at the loss of Joe Bird to a tragic ATV accident. Joe and Rozie moved to High Prairie in the late 90’s and have spent most of their time here with horses and alpacas. … Continue reading
Gwen Berry 12/18 & 1/15 – Board Meetings, 7 p.m. – Under discussion: Scholarships, Rental policies/documents, Fundraising, Community Center topics and more – Everyone Welcome 1/25 – General Membership Meeting, 7 p.m. – Speaker to be Announced Late Winter/Early Spring … Continue reading
Gwen Berry The annual High Prairie Community Christmas Dinner has become something of a tradition over the last several years. Delicious food, a festive setting, and friends and neighbors enjoying each other’s company – it all adds up to a … Continue reading
Photos: Peg Caliendo ” order_by=”alttext” order_direction=”ASC” returns=”included” maximum_entity_count=”500″] Top: Dillacort Canyon mushrooms; Flicker; High Prairie & Columbia Hills B&W; High Prairie sunset Center: Mist rising Swale Canyon sunrise; Mt. Adams late afternoon autumn; Myrtie and downed tree; Pygmy owl Bottom: Wildfire sunset; Flower casing; Swale Canyon sunrise ^ Top … Continue reading
https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/roasted-butternut-squash-panzanella Total time: Prep: 25 min. Bake: 45–60 min. Yield: 8 servings 4 cups cubed sourdough bread 5 Tb. olive oil, divided 1 medium butternut squash, about 3 pounds, peeled and cut into 1” cubes 1/2 tsp each of salt, … Continue reading
Tom Knight Now that fall has come to High Prairie, the local turkeys which survived the summer should be easily visible crossing the main road, other roads leading down to Swale Creek and, of course, in the fields adjacent to … Continue reading
Gwen Berry I knew that Klickitat County Commissioner Dave Sauter was coming to talk about the Hirst Decision at the HPCC meeting on September 28. But what was the Hirst Decision? I had no idea, so I started reading about … Continue reading
Fred Henchell October 21 Columbia Gorge Genealogy Jamboree (free) 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at the Discovery Center in The DallesA day of genealogy fun in celebration of National Family History Month. For beginners or experienced researchers https://www.gorgediscovery.org/event/genealogy-jamboree-2/ November 17 & … Continue reading
…we can read the fine print of the Autumn High Prairian. In this edition you can read about Doug Taylor’s party for the community, the latest state water rights decision, turkeys (!), smoke (!!), and of course, much, much more. … Continue reading
Photos: Gwen Berry Now You See It Now You Don’t! ^ Top SaveSave … Continue reading
Tom McMackin High Prairie’s FireWise effort has been on hold through these summer months because everyone has been concentrating on the business of Summer. We are not completely out of the woods for wildfires. The fine fuels – grasses and … Continue reading
Yes, it rained – a good rain! About 1 inch. And even though the burn ban was still in effect, some Klickitat County folks started burning piles and ended up getting a visit from the Sheriff’s Office, as well as … Continue reading
A few weeks ago at 11:30 p.m., Chief Tim Darland’s son, Ryan, woke his parents to tell them there was smoke in the house and it wasn’t from the wildfires in the Gorge. Tim soon spotted smoke seeping out around … Continue reading
Now that the wildfire season is winding down, training is emphasizing fighting house fires. For those wondering what we learn at drills, here is a sample: Upon arriving at the home, we must first determine where tenders will be positioned … Continue reading
Jake Jakabosky Philip Haner and Ron McDonald recently spent eight days helping firefighting efforts on the 37,000 acre Jolly Mountain fire near Cle Elum, WA. They went to support fellow firefighters and help protect life and property. Because of their … Continue reading
Gwen Berry An essay and poetry contest for Klickitat County youth ages 12 to 20 has been announced. Participants are asked to write on the theme of Unity, using as inspiration a quote from Baha’u’llah, founder of the Baha’i faith: … Continue reading
Audrey Bentz Our “nationally famous” Goldendale Observatory, such a great part of Klickitat County, will soon have its new high-powered telescope fully installed. A 9/9/17 update on the observatory’s website says, “The main facility telescope returned to operation in 2016 … Continue reading
Debbie McDonald September is Emergency Preparedness Month but preparedness doesn’t stop with a calendar page change. The Eagle Creek fire has made us all aware that consequences of emergencies in other places can directly affect our community. Did you have … Continue reading
Karen Beck Vendors and shoppers are invited to take part in the Annual Lyle Christmas Bazaar on the 3rd and 4th of November. Hours are Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. – 4.p.m. The sale will … Continue reading
Gwen Berry On Friday evening, September 22, Doug Taylor’s family, friends, and neighbors converged on the High Prairie Community Center. Doug has often said how much he appreciates the people in this community (and the community certainly returns the affection!), … Continue reading
Roberta Barkhurst Did you know you can enjoy a warm, delicious lunch prepared each Tuesday at the Lyle Lions Club? Lunch is only $3.50 for 60 and older. Meals are served with your choice of juice, milk or coffee. Gluten-free … Continue reading