Holiday Gift Idea: Sure Fire Fatwood Fire-Starter
November 10th, 2008 
A local writer here in Portland took an adventure to eastern Oregon last month, a seemingly passive trip with her husband to one of the small towns in the Wallowa Lake area. What she brought back was a great idea for a stocking stuffer for the outdoorsman in the family. Ashley Prince of Enterprise, Oregon, a retird school teacher, built a small business based on what he himself used while hunting as a young man. The natural fire starters he sells are hand-split fatwood he makes from logged stumps of pine and fir. He packages the sticks into an emergency packet that includes waterproof matches and quick-start paper, perfect for camping, hunting or hiking. Why is this such a great gift idea?
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There are a number of events taking place this month for hunting enthusiasts wanting to know more about what the winter hunting seasons have to offer in the area and tips and techniques for newcomers.
REI in Tigard is hosting a presentation by Ken Patton, experienced NW hiker, who will speak on his 23 day hike on the Oregon Coast Trail. This is a free event where Patton will show pictures of his experience as well as share his tips for planning and packing for hiking this beautiful trailway.
Do you feel like there just are not enough colors to create the perfect Christmas wonderland of your dreams? Do you find yourself covering your home and yard with twinkle lights only to feel that there is something missing? Well, a couple of companies have worked out an agreement so that you can get all the Christmas light colors you could have ever wanted this year.
Cree Inc. announced Wednesday that its fiscal 1Q09 revenue was $140.4 million. The fiscal year ended September 28, 2008. This revenue is a 24% increase from its 1Q08 revenue and 3% increase over its 4Q08 revenue.
