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A Word from the Watershed: High Water and the Big Sponge

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Published December 5, 2019 in Vernonia's Voice
By Corrie Aiuto

The watershed, in all its complexity, acts as a giant sponge during high water events, but some land management practices can reduce that capacity to hold excess.
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A Word from the Watershed: Salmon and Climate Change

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Published November 7, 2019 in Vernonia's Voice
By Corrie Aiuto

How is climate change impacting Salmon in the Nehalem and its tributaries? And what can we do to help?
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A Word from the Watershed: The Importance of Being a Bug

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Published October 10, 2019 in Vernonia's Voice
By Corrie Aiuto

The world of aquatic bugs is fascinating! Also known as macroinvertebrates, these creatures scrub, filter, and nibble stream beds, creating food for many other species.
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