Explore Oregon Podcast: The state's most beautiful places and biggest issues

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Oregon's historic wildfire season, Detroit Lake drawdown, a new mine at Opal Creek

October 09, 2026

In this episode of the Explore Oregon Podcast, host Zach Urness talks about the historic wildfire season, the deep drawdown of Detroit Lake and a number of smaller topics, including: The Trump Administration effort to eliminate the "roadless rule" on public lands A Canadian mining company's push to develop a copper mine near the Opal Creek Wilderness The spread of invasive but tasty walleye into the Willamette River system The closure of razor clam harvest on the Oregon Coast

Why McNeil Point, on Mount Hood, is one of Oregon's best hikes

September 30, 2026

In this episode, host Zach Urness and intern Makenzie Stamets talk about one of Mount Hood's most beautiful hikes — McNeil Point. Stamets takes listeners up the steep but scenic trail, past old-growth forest to a historic stone shelter and finally to the summit. The two also talk about best routes, biggest highlights and the point's namesake — Fred McNeil — who was a longtime newspaper and outdoorsman.

Why are Oregon's beloved outdoor gear shops struggling, closing?

September 25, 2026

In this episode, intern Makenzie Stamets talks with the owner of Peak Sports in Corvallis about their decision to downside and the challenging environment facing outdoor retail in 2026. Stamets talks with Larry Desaulniers about Peak's rise in becoming a top bike shop and outdoor retailer in Oregon, and the challenges it and many other retailers have faced since the pandemic. He talked about the company's recent move and downsizing, and what caused it.

Peak Northwest · Low booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

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Explore Oregon Podcast: The state's most beautiful places and biggest issues typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Regional subject-matter expertise in outdoor recreation, climbing, surfing, climate, conservation, public lands, or Oregon history; relevant professional, scientific, government, instructional, or author credentials are suitable. Common among recent guests: Authorship of regional guidebooks or authoritative outdoor resources; Leadership or ownership of an outdoor recreation business; Professional scientific or government expertise. Recent guests include Leo Rosen-Fischer, Jeff Thomas, and Larry O'Neill.

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