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
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
Gwen Berry It may have seemed like the HPCC was put on hold for August and September, but in reality the HPCC Board has been busy. They’ve made the transition to a new treasurer – Thank you, Fred Henchell, and … Continue reading
