I know you southern Oregon folks are always looking for new and interesting places to camp, hike and generally explore. Some of our staff members are in love with the Umpqua River area. Truly, they are in love with the scenery, the river, the amount of exploration as well as relaxation that can be found all along the river area over to the coast. That’s why they eagerly brought this little tid-bit to my attention. The U.S Forest Service is endorsing a new wilderness area in the Southern Oregon Coast Range near Reedsport. The area is known as the Devil’s Staircase and features some of the most remote and beautiful waterfalls the area has to offer.

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While reading Health magazine this week, I came across an article on the secret weapons that should be in every woman’s purse. I was intrigued that in addition to such things as moist towelettes, sunglasses, a ponytail holder and a safety pin the authors included a mini-flashlight and a multitool to the list. It makes sense – for women who may have to walk to their car alone, a flashlight can be handy and can ward off predators. And a multitool is the mini-answer to all sorts of problems both big and small.

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I was reading a recent article in the NY Times on Organic LED (OLED) application innovations and was interested in its take on OLED’s as the future of light sources. OLED lights are amazing. They, like LEDs, are highly energy-efficient and very long-lasting in comparison to traditional lights. They can also produce light in various colors making them great for design features. The big triumph with OLED lights is that the source can be made into ultra-thin, flexible sheets which widens the application potential for such a light. OLEDs are already being introduced in televisions and cell phones and nterior designers and manufacturers of home products are developing OLED lit home fixtures and accessories.

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Attention hunters preparing their hunting gear for deer or elk hunting season this month. You all know (or will know soon enough) how handy and sometimes life-saving a solidly constructed multi-tool can be while out in the wilderness. A good multi-tool can help you cut ropes, trim down branches and even fix other pieces of equipment without having to carry a full tool kit with you in your pack. Coast is currently offering one of the most sturdy and useful multi-tools available, the C5799 Multi-Tool. This knife and tool combination includes a LED light in the handle in addition to common functions like pliers, wire cutters, ascrew driver, scissors and asaw blade. The best part – order the multi-tool now and DLK will add the C2899 LED Micro Pliers free with your purchase. Two great hand-held tools for just $32.00.

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Come help finish the construction of the new hiking trail at Beacon Rock State Park on Thursday, October 8. Volunteers are encouraged to help create another great place to hike or ride horses in the back country of this Washington park.
Tools and instructions will be provided. Just bring yourself and your enthusiasm. No experience is needed.
Register to help out at www.wta.org or by calling 360.722.2657.

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