Monthly Archives: April 2013

Defending the Marina

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The Fern Ridge Reservoir just west of Eugene, Ore., is a popular recreation spot for boaters and swimmers during the spring and summer months. The marina attracts freshwater sailors and provides ample fishing opportunities for anglers. There’s only one problem: … Continue reading

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The Trouble with Tunicates

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An invasion of slimy, ocean-dwelling creatures sounds like something out of a horror movie, but it’s actually happening on the Oregon coast. An invasive marine animal called Didemnum vexillum showed up in Winchester Bay, Ore., two years ago, and it’s … Continue reading

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