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Insects: Taking a Deeper Look at the World of Bugs

Includes three lessons for grades 3-8. Includes lists of materials, lesson plans, and student worksheets. Lessons are (1) build an insect trap, (2) ant lions, and (3) pitfall traps.

Sujaya Rao, Lynn Royce, Rebecca Currin, Triffid Fry, Brittaney Bearson, Devora Shamah | Jul 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

The Wildlife Garden: Attract Hummingbirds to Your Garden

Attracting hummingbirds to your garden is easy. You have a good chance of keeping them there if you meet their basic needs for cover, food, water, and space by planting a hummingbird habitat garden.

John Olson, Nancy Allen | Apr 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Western Corn Rootworm in Eastern Oregon, Idaho, and Eastern Washington

Western corn rootworm (WCR) is present in eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and Idaho. As corn acreage in the region increases, WCR has the potential to become a serious pest. This publication covers how to ...

Alexzandra F. Murphy, Silvia I. Rondon, Carrie Wohleb, Steven Hines | Mar 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Contracts for Woodland Owners

This publication describes basic principles of contract law as applied to planting; growing; maintaining; harvesting; road construction, maintenance, and repair; and selling logs and timber. Includes definitions of common contract terms and sample contracts.

Steve Bowers | Jun 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Megachilid Bees in the Pacific Northwest: An Introduction

This publication is an introduction to the Megachilidae family of bees found in the Pacific Northwest. It highlights the characteristics of two important members of this family: leafcutting bees and mason bees, both...

Samantha M. Roof, Sandy DeBano | Dec 2020 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

The Wildlife Garden: Create a Garden Pond for Wildlife

This publication describes how to build a simple pond to attract wildlife, and how to keep it safe and healthy for wildlife and for you.

Stephanie Lamb, Nancy Allen | Apr 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Growing Your Own

This intro to gardening in Oregon covers all the bases: site selection, soil improvement, raised beds, planting, watering, pests, plant diseases and weeds. Regional tips cover every area of Oregon. Now available in English and Spanish in one publication!

Gail Langellotto | Jun 2023 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Flea Beetle Pest Management for Organic Potatoes

Describes and illustrates various flea beetle species (color photos) and life history. Includes instructions for monitoring as well as several management options, with emphasis on preventive measures.

Mario Ambrosino | Aug 2021 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)