Entries by Ernest Geigenmiller

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PNWonderful: Punchbowl Falls Hike Review

Hike the Eagle Creek Trail to Punchbowl Falls for a one-of-a-kind Northwest hike by Haley Childers Whether you’re a Pacifc Northwest native or just outdoorsy and looking for adventure, the Eagle Creek Trail to Punchbowl Falls is a definite must for the beginning of an adventurous summer. The Trail boasts incomparable views from tall heights that other trails […]

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Huckvale Earns Prestigious Eagle Scout Award

Camas Senior, Luke Huckvale, was honored Thursday night with the presentation of his hard-earned Eagle Scout Award, which is the highest honor a youth can earn in the Boy Scouts of America. Huckvale, 18, of Camas Boy Scout Troop 694, entered the program seven years ago, and had to earn six rank advancements to achieve […]

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Calwell: “Our Kids Need Us As PARENTS”

by Sandy Calwell, Author and Swim Mom Much has been said about the Stanford swimmer rape case. Everyone has formed an opinion, it seems, in the court of public discourse. Besides my heart breaking for the two young people whose fates collided that tragic evening, I am burdened by the feeling that many parents, in […]

Dale Rule Plans Walk From Seaside to San Diego

Interview with Dale Rule, who will be walking from Seaside, Oregon to San Diego, California. We caught up with him at a fundraiser for the event at local Nuestra Mesa restaurant. Dale Rule: Walking for His Life Dale Rule, Camas resident, football coach and family man, is walking on foot from Seaside, Oregon to San […]

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A Yummy Summer Treat: Rhubarb Bars!

Rhubarb Bars Rhubarb custard over a simple shortbread recipe make this a seasonal treat great for sharing! Time: Approximately 1 hour Oven Temperature: 350 Ingredients for Custard: Rhubarb 5 average sized stalks Water ¼ cup Sugar 1 cup Egg Yolk From 5 Large Eggs Salt ½ teaspoon Butter 2 teaspoons Ingredients for Shortbread Base: Butter […]

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In Time for Summer: Beacon Rock Reopens

Closed since February due to damage from a major storm, the Beacon Rock State Park Trail was recently reopened to hikers on May 14th, just in time for summer hiking. Beacon Rock gives an unparalleled view of the Columbia River Gorge. Hikers can now enjoy the mild, albeit steep, walk up the trail along with the rich […]

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Easy Recipes: Roasted Asparagus & Strawberries

Local and In Season Recipes by Haley Childers Springtime in the Northwest cannot be beat. The mild afternoon rain showers and ensuing sunsets are only succeeded by the great local produce we get to enjoy this time of year. Some early season produce includes asparagus, strawberries, and rhubarb, so give these recipes a try for […]

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Bennett Lehner: “Soccer is Liberating!”

Camas, WA — Camas Senior, Bennett Lehner, is in good spirits. He’s Gatorade’s Washington Soccer Player of the Year, is beaming about “putting Union away” just a few days ago, and now his Varsity soccer team is headed to State after defeating Woodinville this past Saturday (3-0) at Doc Harris. And, did we mention he’s had 22 […]