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Happening until 6:00 PM today is the Ag Career Fair at Klamath Community College (KCC). Keith Duran, Natural Resources Systems Department Chair at KCC, discusses the shortage of agriculture related jobs, businesses looking for employees and the current Agriculture program offered at KCC.
Read MoreA recent federal audit prepared in response to claims lodged by federal “whistleblowers” in the Klamath Basin of California and Oregon appears to support this premise. This is serious, and has ramifications not just for family farmers and ranchers throughout the West, but also for anybody with an interest in protecting fish and wildlife resources.
The Office of Special Counsel (OSC) alleges improprieties regarding an agreement between the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) and the Klamath Water and Power Agency (KWAPA) for a water-banking program. The report claims that Reclamation did not have authority for the program, “resulting in $32.2 million in wasted funds spent by KWAPA.”
Read More..FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 9 AM PDT FRIDAY...FROST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 9 AM PDT FRIDAY...
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Frost Advisory...which is in effect from 2 AM to 9 AM PDT Saturday. A Freeze Watch has also been issued. This Freeze Watch is in effect
from late Friday night through Saturday morning.
❄️ Temperature...The upper 20s to lower 30s are expected late tonight into Friday morning and again Friday night into Saturday morning.
❄️ Locations in the warning area tonight include...Klamath Falls, Merrill, Chiloquin, Sprague River, Chemult, Lakeview and Valley Falls.
❄️ Locations in the watch area Friday night include...Merrill, Chiloquin, Bonazana, Chemult and Malin.
❄️ Locations in the advisory tonight include...Keno and Worden.
❄️ Locations in the advisory Friday night include...Keno, Klamath Falls, Worden and Midland.
❄️ Impacts...Sensitive vegetation may be killed or damaged if left unprotected.
❄️ View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other sensitive vegetation.
A Frost Advisory means that widespread frost is expected. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible.These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation.
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The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Freeze Warning...which is in effect from 2 AM to 8 AM PDT Thursday.
* Temperature...lowering to 30 to 32 degrees late tonight and early Thursday morning.
* Locations include...all areas in Klamath County, including Klamath Falls, Keno, Merrill and Chiloquin.
* Impacts...Sensitive vegetation may be killed or damaged if left unprotected.
* View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A Freeze Warning means sub-freezing temperatures are imminent or highly likely. These conditions will kill crops and other sensitive vegetation.
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Cave entrances can take many forms; from walk-in entrances like Valentine Cave, to entrances that are only accessible by ladders or ropes. Kenneth Ingham (NPS)
Fall is a great time to visit the Lava Beds National Monument. The cool crisp nights and warm days make for a comfortable adventure.
Basin Adventures is sponsored by the Klamath Falls KOA Journey, the adventure base camp of the Klamath Basin.
Many of the caves are developed and contain trails, stairways and ladders. Cave Loop, a 2-mile road just south of the visitor center offers most of the developed caves in the park. A short walk from the visitor center is Mushpot Cave. A perfect first cave to visit, as this cave has lighting and exhibits explaining the features of the cave. Mushpot is the only lit cave in the park.
Before heading underground, a stop at the visitor center is required. Where you get a flashlight (if you did not bring one) and a hard hat. Yes you will bonk your head more than you think it is a must have accessory.
Caves are divided into three groups based on varying levels of difficulty in the hardest section of the cave – Least, Moderate and Most Challenging.
Some caves to check out on your first visit are – Mushpot, Sentinel, Valentine, and Skull. A complete list of least challenging caves can be obtained on the Lava Beds Website at http://bit.ly/2fzlqmg
Before you go caving there are a few things you need to know.
1) Before entering any cave you must be screened for “White-nose Syndrome” a deadly fungal bat disease. This can be done at the visitor center. [http://bit.ly/2fyzEUo]
2) Most information you need to know is contained in the caving brochure. [http://bit.ly/2fzDltc]
3) Cave safely and softly. Conditions are dramatically different underground than they are up top. So please wear proper clothing, and leave no trace of your visit. [http://bit.ly/2fzpG5h]
Travel through the Monument is by private vehicle or commercial tour as there are no public transportation options in the park. All roads in the park, accommodate standard passenger vehicles.
Please note - Pets are not allowed on trails or in caves at the Lava Beds National Monument
For more information and to plan your trip to the Monument visit https://www.nps.gov/labe
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Basin Adventures is brought to you by the Klamath Falls KOA. Centrally located in Klamath Falls, the Klamath Falls KOA is the perfect jump-off point to visit all the spectacular recreation sites of the Klamath Basin – Crater Lake National Park, Lava Beds National Monument, wildlife refuges, hiking, biking, fishing and so much more. Visit http://koa.com/campgrounds/klamath/ for more details and to book your next adventure base camp.
It is the last full weekend of summer 2017. Before you know it the leaves will be turning color and a thick frost will greet us in the mornings. Get our and enjoy the last rays of summer before the calendar says autumn. Here are some of the things happening in the Klamath Basin this weekend.
The Weekend Planner is sponsored by, Rachael Spoon - State Farm Agent. Helping life go right.
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2017
Bunco 🎲
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Triad School / BBC Ministries
http://klamath.org/events/event/bunco-1
5th Annual Klamath Independent Film Festival 📽️
7:00 PM | The Ross Ragland Theater
http://www.klamathfilm.org/festival.php
Distracted – A comedy by Lisa Loomer
7:30 PM | Linkville Playhouse
http://linkvilleplayers.org/
Juried Artist Show Opening Reception
8:00 PM | Favell Museum
http://favellmuseum.org/art-show/
Vintage Movie Night
8:30 PM – 10:00 PM | Lake of the Woods Resort
https://lakeofthewoodsresort.com/
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2017
Ride the Rim 🚵♀️
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Crater Lake National Park
http://ridetherim2017.com/
Youth Pheasant Hunt
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Klamath Wildlife Area
https://www.facebook.com/events/143294152935410/
7th Annual Lake of the Woods Classic Car Show 🚘
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Lake of the Woods Resort
https://lakeofthewoodsresort.com/
Klamath Falls Farmers Market 🍅
9:00 AM – 1:30 PM | 9th Street Downtown Klamath Falls
Juried Artist Show – General Admission
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Favell Museum
http://favellmuseum.org/art-show/
5th Annual Klamath Independent Film Festival
1:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Ross Ragland Theater & Pelican Cinema
http://www.klamathfilm.org/festival.php
Colonel Mustard Band
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Lake of the Woods Resort
https://lakeofthewoodsresort.com/
Distracted – A comedy by Lisa Loomer
7:30 PM | Linkville Playhouse
http://linkvilleplayers.org/
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2017
Youth Pheasant Hunt
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Klamath Wildlife Area
https://www.facebook.com/events/142859469645555/
KFCX Moore Cowbell Cyclocross Race
8:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Moore Park
https://www.facebook.com/events/1424277877688801/
Juried Artist Show – Champaign Brunch
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Favell Museum
http://favellmuseum.org/art-show/
5th Annual Klamath Independent Film Festival
11:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Ross Ragland Theater & Pelican Cinemas
http://www.klamathfilm.org/festival.php
B. Wishes on the Lodge Patio
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Lake of the Woods Resort
https://lakeofthewoodsresort.com/
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We are already twelve days in to September and summer is officially coming to an end in just ten days. Yes, you read that right, ten days. Pretty soon the cool crisp mornings we enjoy will turn in to defrosting the car and scraping windows.
With the changing of the seasons come the changing leaves. Here are three of the best locations in Klamath Basin for watching the fall colors.
It has been my experience that leaves will begin to change by late September, with the peak of colors being around the 3rd week of October. However, when they change - they will change fast. By the first frost and first wind storm, many of the trees will be barren and the short season for fall colors will be over.
Basin Adventures is sponsored by the Klamath Falls KOA Journey, the adventure base camp of the Klamath Basin.
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Fall Colors in Fort Klamath - Images: Brian Gailey
Fort Klamath – One of my all-time favorite locations for fall colors, is the Wood River in Fort Klamath. Specifically, the Wood River Recreation Area located off Sun Mountain Road. This location has some of the best Aspen & Cottonwood groves in the county. It also has some flat well-maintained trails that are ADA accessible too. Also included in this location is Kimball State Park. The blue pristine waters of Kimball Park make for some amazing fall colors viewing opportunity.
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Fall Colors in Rocky Point, Ore. - Image: Point Comfort Lodge, http://bit.ly/2eUeWxq
Rocky Point – The area around Rocky Point is full of Aspen trees. A great location for viewing is at the public boat launch off Rocky Point Road near the Rocky Point Resort. The golden leaves coupled with the reflections of the lake and the lodge of the resort. Make for some postcard like photography opportunities.
Another great location is at the Pelican Guard Station and the meadow just east of Westside Road.
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Fall Colors at the Linkville Cemetery - Image: Brian Gailey
Linkville Cemetery – One of the best kept secrets in Klamath Falls regarding the fall colors is the Linkville Cemetery. The historic cemetery is home to dozens of mature oak, elm and maple trees. These leaves turn a variety of colors throughout the season.
When they fall, they make a beautiful carpet of golden leaves. However, you need to act fast. As the city maintenance crews are quick to picking up the leaves once they fall. The unique headstones of the cemetery make for some interesting photography opportunities and it’s just an overall great time to visit the grounds.
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Fall Colors at the Running Y Ranch Resort - Image: Brian Gailey
BONUS • Running Y Ranch Resort – The Running Y has some great man made landscape opportunities that offer great viewing for the fall colors. The front pond near the entrance at Highway 140 is full of leafing trees. The pond near the golf course is also a good location for fall colors as is the golf course.
Basin Adventures is brought to you by the Klamath Falls KOA.
Centrally located in Klamath Falls, the Klamath Falls KOA is the perfect jump-off point to visit all the spectacular recreation sites of the Klamath Basin – Crater Lake National Park, Lava Beds National Monument, wildlife refuges, hiking, biking, fishing and so much more. Visithttp://koa.com/campgrounds/klamath/ for more details and to book your next adventure base camp.
