Oregon Field Guide — Sandy River, Oregon Coast Aquarium, Granite, Oregon: Ghost Town

Episode 402

Sandy River: As close as it is to the Portland Metro area, the Sandy River remains pristine, a crucial habitat for salmon and a source of drinking water. But new development is threatening this waterway.; Read More and Watch this story

Oregon Coast Aquarium: Between rounding up creatures to inhabit the aquarium and creating and maintaining the habitats that will support the new inhabitants, the team of biologists that are responsible for establishing the Oregon Coast Aquarium are under a lot of pressure with all of their responsibilities. Yet, they absolutely love what they do. Take a look at the work that goes into setting up and maintaining a world class aquarium.; Read More and Watch this story

Granite, Oregon: Ghost Town: During the Oregon gold rush of the late 1800s Granite, 40 miles from Baker City, thrived with a population of 2,000. Now only a handful of residents remain. Jerry Myers gives us a tour of the cemetery and town buildings. His tour includes stories of residents of the town that were told to him by his Uncle Oat, resident of Granite from 1920 to 1978. Uncle Oat is known for being the sole resident of Granite in the 1950s.; Read More and Watch this story