Install Drip Irrigation in Willamette Valley Clay Soil

Install Drip Irrigation in Willamette Valley Clay Soil

Willamette Valley, Oregon Gardening in Lane County often means wrestling with heavy, sticky earth. If you have noticed your garden beds turning into a swamp during our wet winters and then cracking like a desert floor in July, you are dealing with the classic...
How to Build a Rain Garden in Your Eugene Yard

How to Build a Rain Garden in Your Eugene Yard

Eugene, Oregon Living in the Willamette Valley means embracing the rain, but for many homeowners, that water often becomes a problem. When heavy autumn storms hit, runoff from rooftops, driveways, and sidewalks can carve gullies into the landscape or flood basements....
Springfield Mill Race Restoration Project Breaks Ground

Springfield Mill Race Restoration Project Breaks Ground

Springfield, Oregon The historic Springfield Mill Race has transitioned from an industrial waterway into a vibrant community resource. Through a dedicated springfield mill race restoration, the city has reclaimed a 3.5 mile stretch of water that connects the community...
Spencer Butte Loop: : : Eugene’s Beloved City Hike

Spencer Butte Loop: : : Eugene’s Beloved City Hike

Eugene, Oregon Few landmarks define the southern skyline of Eugene quite like the towering presence of Spencer Butte. For many residents and visitors, the Spencer Butte Loop served as the quintessential city hike, offering a quick escape into nature without leaving...
Wildfire Season 2026: Lane County Smoke Outlook Trail

Wildfire Season 2026: Lane County Smoke Outlook Trail

Lane County, Oregon | July 3, 2026 Summer in the Willamette Valley brings beautiful sunshine and long days, but for those of us living from Eugene to Florence, it also brings a familiar concern: air quality. As we move deeper into the season, staying informed about...