Podcasts about umpqua valley

To download the transcript CLICK HERE Hello, wine friends! Welcome back to part two with Doug Wregg, Director and Buyer at Les Caves de Pyrene. Doug, an authority in natural, organic, and biodynamic wines, having spent the last 30 years revolutionizing the UK's wine scene. In this episode, we're diving into the wines of Oregon, a hidden gem in the Pacific Northwest, nestled between California and Washington.  Oregon is renowned for its world-class Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Chardonnay, with two-thirds of its wines hailing from the famous Willamette Valley. We'll touch some of the region's AVAs within Willamette Valley alongside South Oregon's Umpqua Valley and Rogue Valley. Join us as Doug takes us on a journey through Oregon's rich wine history and commitment to sustainable and organic farming practices. This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.   If you want to skip ahead:   03.22: The Oregon wine movement 06.01: The first vines planted in Oregon by Henderson Luelling 07.32: Prohibition in 1904 - a vanishing wine industry 12.22: The Pioneers: Charles Coury & David Lett  15.59: Talking about The Beckham Estate, Creta Pinot Noir 2021,  Chehalem Mountains AVA £50.35 Les Caves De Pyrene 16.43: Andrew Beckham's Novum Ceramics: the first commercial producer of terra cotta Amphorae for winemaking in North America 21.50: Tasting the Pinot Noir  23.54: The different terroirs of Oregon, and the different styles of Pinot Noir 26.55: The wine scene in Portland 30.24: The focus on sustainability in Oregon including LIVE - The Low Input Viticulture & Enology program 32.22: Talking about and tasting The Kelley Fox Durant Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 - The Dundee Hills AVA £50.35 Les Caves de Pyrene 37.55: Purity and minerality in wine 40.41: Oregon Pricing and high quality Any thoughts or questions, do email me: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat If you fancy watching some videos on my youtube channel: Eat Sleep Wine Repeat Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk Until next time, Cheers to you! ------------------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------- THE EAT SLEEP WINE REPEAT PODCAST HAS BEEN FEATURED IN DECANTER MAGAZINE, RADIO TIMES AND FEED SPOT AS THE 6TH BEST UK WINE MAKING PODCAST.  

In this episode of the Wine Crush podcast, host Heidi Moore speaks with Dr. Greg Jones, CEO of Abacela, a winery in Oregon's Umpqua Valley known for its distinctive approach to wine, focusing on varieties suited for the specific climate and terroir of the region, such as Spanish and Portuguese grapes, notably Tempranillo. Dr. Jones shares an extensive overview of his journey from a professional chef to a renowned climatologist with a PhD, influencing his decisions in viticulture and winemaking. His narrative includes his academic progression, global research contributions, particularly around the impacts of climate change on viticulture, and his eventual role taking over the family winery.Dr. Jones discusses his father's influence and their mutual dedication to exploring underrepresented grape varieties in America, which led them to plant Tempranillo in Oregon. He also recounts how climate and soil studies have been pivotal in his wine-growing strategies, ensuring each variety thrives in its ideal environment, which enhances the quality of the wines produced.The story includes an intriguing discovery at Abacela of a historical grape variety, Listán Prieto, found on their property, concealed under a blackberry patch. This grape, known for its legacy within the early Californian wine history and its relation to the Spanish Mission grape, is being harnessed by Abacela to produce a traditional wine called Angelica, a nod to the historical sacramental wines of the missions.Besides this historical exploration, Dr. Jones emphasizes the winery's array of offerings, including a true port, crafted with all traditional varieties and sourced from the local vines, highlighting their holistic approach to winemaking.The podcast provides a blend of historical anecdotes, personal journey, and technical insights into vineyard management under the shadow of climate considerations, making it a compelling narrative for wine enthusiasts and industry peers interested in the nuanced interplay between traditional methods and modern scientific approaches in viticulture and enology

In this episode of the Wine Crush podcast, host Heidi Moore speaks with Dr. Greg Jones, CEO of Abacela, a winery in Oregon's Umpqua Valley known for its distinctive approach to wine, focusing on varieties suited for the specific climate and terroir of the region, such as Spanish and Portuguese grapes, notably Tempranillo. Dr. Jones shares an extensive overview of his journey from a professional chef to a renowned climatologist with a PhD, influencing his decisions in viticulture and winemaking. His narrative includes his academic progression, global research contributions, particularly around the impacts of climate change on viticulture, and his eventual role taking over the family winery.Dr. Jones discusses his father's influence and their mutual dedication to exploring underrepresented grape varieties in America, which led them to plant Tempranillo in Oregon. He also recounts how climate and soil studies have been pivotal in his wine-growing strategies, ensuring each variety thrives in its ideal environment, which enhances the quality of the wines produced.The story includes an intriguing discovery at Abacela of a historical grape variety, Listán Prieto, found on their property, concealed under a blackberry patch. This grape, known for its legacy within the early Californian wine history and its relation to the Spanish Mission grape, is being harnessed by Abacela to produce a traditional wine called Angelica, a nod to the historical sacramental wines of the missions.Besides this historical exploration, Dr. Jones emphasizes the winery's array of offerings, including a true port, crafted with all traditional varieties and sourced from the local vines, highlighting their holistic approach to winemaking.The podcast provides a blend of historical anecdotes, personal journey, and technical insights into vineyard management under the shadow of climate considerations, making it a compelling narrative for wine enthusiasts and industry peers interested in the nuanced interplay between traditional methods and modern scientific approaches in viticulture and enology

Greg Jones is the CEO of Abacela Winery in Southern Oregon, renowned as both an atmospheric scientist and wine climatologist. With a background in Environmental Sciences and a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia, Greg has spent over 25 years studying the impact of weather and climate on grapevine growth and wine characteristics worldwide. He has authored numerous publications and served on various boards and associations in the wine industry. Greg's unique expertise and commitment to quality make him a visionary leader, driving Abacela Winery to new heights while honoring its legacy.   Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn:  Greg Jones shares the story behind Abacela Winery's inception, driven by his father's passion for growing grapes and making wine Discover the results of Abacela's varietal suitability study, which sheds light on why Southern Oregon is ideal for growing Tempranillo grapes Greg discusses the differences between Tempranillo grapes grown in the Umpqua Valley and the renowned Ribera del Duero region and their diverse range of 17 grape varieties He explores the impact of climate change on grape growing and how they embraced a climate-first approach in their wine production Learn about the innovative ways Abacela Winery and its vines have adapted to changing climatic conditions Learn about the Mission grape and grapevine layering Greg shares his vision and what he is most excited about for the future of Abacela Winery Explore the future of wine packaging, including Abacela's innovative solutions Learn about their exploration of the growing demand for low-alcohol wine options Greg reveals his thoughts on the ideal label designs for Abacela wines Gain insights into Abacela's future plans for hospitality, as Greg discusses their next steps in this area   In this episode with Greg Jones Professor Gregory V. Jones uncover the origins of Abacela, its mission to cultivate Tempranillo in America, and the varietal suitability study that led them to Southern Oregon. Discover the unique characteristics of Tempranillo in the Umpqua Valley compared to Ribera del Duero and learn how climate change is impacting grape growing.  In today's episode of the Legends Behind the Craft podcast, Drew Thomas Hendricks is joined by Prof. Greg Jones, CEO of Abacela Winery and a world-renowned atmospheric scientist and wine climatologist. Get insights into the trials and adaptations that shaped Abacela's climate-first approach in wine production, including their exploration of low-alcohol options. Explore their innovative wine packaging solutions and get a glimpse into the future plans of Abacela Winery in terms of hospitality. Don't miss this engaging conversation with Prof. Greg Jones, where wine, climate, and passion intertwine to create exceptional vintages at Abacela.   Sponsor for this episode… This episode is brought to you by Barrels Ahead. Barrels Ahead is a wine and craft marketing agency that propels organic growth by using a powerful combination of content development, Search Engine Optimization, and paid search. At Barrels Ahead, we know that your business is unique. That's why we work with you to create a one-of-a-kind marketing strategy that highlights your authenticity, tells your story, and makes your business stand out from your competitors. Our team at Barrels Ahead helps you leverage your knowledge so you can enjoy the results and revenue your business deserves. So, what are you waiting for? Unlock your results today! To learn more, visit barrelsahead.com or email us at hello@barrelsahead.com to schedule a strategy call.

Climate change has and will continue to affect many things in our daily lives, including… wine?   Greg Jones is somewhat of an expert in the matter. Greg is a prominent member of the Pacific Northwest's winemaking community, sitting on the boards of multiple industry associations. He is also the CEO of his family business, Abacela Vineyards, located in Oregon's Umpqua Valley.   Greg has spent the last 25 years as a climatologist, specializing in how climate affects viticulture. His research focuses on how climate variability and climate change can influence the quality and scale of winemaking operations.   In this fascinating conversation together, Greg shares what he's learned from his research and talks a little bit about his recent appearance on CBS's 60 Minutes. Plus, Greg even shares why he's concluded that many vineyards shouldn't be producing the ever-popular cabernet sauvignon. It's a wonderful dive into an area of climate science that isn't frequently talked about!   New podcast episodes released weekly on Thursday. Follow along with the links below: Sign up for the Celebrations Chatter Newsletter: https://celebrationschatter.beehiiv.com/    Subscribe to Celebrations Chatter on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@celebrationschatter  Follow @CelebrationsChatter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/celebrationschatter/    Follow @CelebrationsChatter on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@celebrationschatter  Listen to more episodes of Celebrations Chatter on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/celebrations-chatter-with-jim-mccann/id1616689192    Listen to more episodes of Celebrations Chatter on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Yxfvb4qHGCwR5IgAmgCQX?si=ipuQC3-ATbKyqIk6RtPb-A    Listen to more episodes of Celebrations Chatter on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5saWJzeW4uY29tLzQwMzU0MS9yc3M?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwio9KT_xJuBAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQNg  Visit 1-800-Flowers.com: https://www.1800flowers.com/    Visit the 1-800-Flowers.com YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1800flowers  Follow Jim McCann on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim1800flowers/  Follow Jim McCann on X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/jim1800flowers (@Jim1800Flowers)

The Oregon Files Podcast presents an episode where we sit down and have an amazing conversation with Erin Maidlow, from Umpqua Valley Farm to School.Support the show

Mark, Tom and Barry. California Wine Country today features some 2023 SF Chronicle Wine Competition winners, with Mark Klaver who joins Harry Duke, Tom Simoneau and Barry Herbst in the studio. Steve Jaxon and Dan Berger are away this week. Mark Klaver is the Marketing and Sponsorship Director for the San Francisco Chronicle wine competition, which takes place in Cloverdale. Formerly, its name was the Cloverdale Citrus Fair Wine Competition but the Chronicle took it over as a sponsor in 2000. There were 5500 wines, over three days, with 16 panels of three judges each and a total of 55 judges so each day. Each judge has 100-120 wines, plus best-in-class tastings, for a total of probably about 150. This website "Wine Judging dot com" the SF Chronicle Wine Competition in great detailn. The Competition Format Each judge gets 10 numbered glasses, and a tally sheet. If all three judges pick Gold, the wine wins a Double Gold. Mark Klaver describes it as a west coast style of judging. Subsequently, the judges can discuss their choices and modify or add a plus or a minus to a rating. There is a coordinator who facilitates the panel's work. Click the logo to visit our sponsor Bottle Barn online for the coolest bargains on wine, beer and spirits. Barry Herbst says it's a very helpful process and helps judges to have more certainty with their choices. It is possible for a category or an entry to have no awards. About 80% of the wines will get an award of some type. This year about 30% got gold, 25% silver and 20% bronze. There is about 15-20 minute turnaround time in a category and Barry describes setting aside his best wines to taste them against the other best ones, before the end of the round. Tasting Discussion They begin tasting a 2021 Gruner Veltliner, called Reustle from Umpqua Valley in Oregon. This has some white pepper and grapefruit flavors and is slightly sweet. It is a versatile grape for adventurous growers. Mark remembers only eight Gruner Veltliners in this year's competition, two more than last year. This wine was named “White Sweepstakes Winner”, the award for top white wine. The website shows all of this year's winners, and those from the last five years. There is a total of 209 categories, all of which award a best-in-class, but there are only six sweepstakes winners. Next is the 2020 V. Sattui Napa Valley Chardonnay, which shared the White Sweepstakes Winner award with the Reustle Gruner Veltliner. V. Sattui's wines are only available at the winery. It's a classic California style oak-fermented rich and creamy Chard. The color is a remarkable rich yellow. The two wines that shared the white sweepstakes award are quite different, which is a remarkable fact. The Gruner Veltliner is a modestly priced aromatic white and the V. Sattui Chardonnay is an expensive, big bold style. A very different Chardonnay The 2021 ZD Wines Chardonnay is a very different Chardonnay, with more citrus flavors, not fat and buttery. ZD Wines is in the middle of Napa Valley and has a reputation for Chardonnay. This goes for about $36 at Bottle Barn, although it's listed at $42 on the report. It uses American oak, so it has a leaner character. J Lohn also has a Chardonnay that uses American oak, which is also less expensive. Mark describes the judges as being not only in the wine industry but also in the trade, in the world of hospitality and distribution. They want to evaluate the wines from their point of view, sommeliers, winemakers and retailers all have different expectations and criteria. They also have some younger judges which they find beneficial to the competition. The next tasting is the Sweepstakes Winner for Red wines, a Dry Creek Vineyard 2019 Terroir Series Cabernet Sauvignon. This was judged in the $54-60 range. Next there is a St. Anne's Crossing 2020 Malbec, which shows how good Malbec is starting to come from California. Most of the wineries use their Malbec for their Bordeaux blends.

It's Monday, Let's raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It's time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let's begin Exploring the Wine Glass! Today, I am sharing the final episode of the Oregon Wine Board's educational series with the Umpqua Valley.  From their website: The Umpqua Valley is home to hundreds of distinct valleys and the most diverse soils in Oregon. The region boasts more varieties than any other and the oldest operating vineyard and winery in the State. The region is home to some of Oregon's most forward-thinking makers and growers, Abacela was the first to plant Tempranillo in the US, Hillcrest Vineyards the first plantings of Pinot noir and Malbec in the State, and the region continues to form the backbone of numerous Oregon appellated Pinot noir and Pinot gris bottling. Join Umpqua pioneers Dr. Greg Jones (Abacela Wines), Dyson Demara (Hillcrest Vineyards) and Scott Kelley (Paul O'Brien Wines) to discover the unique characterful wines from this stunningly picturesque region. While you are listening, please take a moment to rate and review Exploring the Wine Glass. Ratings are now available, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Audible! Taking one minute of your time is the only way the algorithms will suggest Exploring the Wine Glass to others.  Slainte! Music: WINE by Kēvens Official Video Follow me on Instagram!   Follow me on Twitter! SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES STITCHER | iTUNES | GOOGLE PLAY | SPOTIFY | PODBEAN l AUDIBLE Even ask your smart speaker to play Exploring the Wine Glass GIVE US A RATING AND REVIEW STAY IN THE KNOW - GET SPECIAL OFFERS Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at exploringthewineglass@gmail.com. Please like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/exploringthewineglass Find us on Twitter, Instagram , Pinterest, and Snapchat (@dracaenawines) Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.  Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.  Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.  Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION! Sláinte!  Please support our sponsor Dracaena Wines - Our Wines + Your Moments + Great Memories Use code 'Explore' at checkout to receive 10% off your first order

This week on DC Sports Spotlight, Joey Keeran chatted with Roseburg wrestler Nash Singleton about signing with Oregon State and his senior season with the Indians (7:20), Boys and Girls Club of the Umpqua Valley athletic director Jordan Steele about youth basketball registration (19:10) and Oregon School Activities Association executive director Peter Weber about how...

This episode features winemaker Will Hamilton, founder of Violin Wines located in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. He's been working in the Oregon wine industry since the 2005 vintage when he moved to the West Coast from the DC area to explore the production side of wine. We chat about those early days and what it was like to work with such a wide variety of wineries and vineyards. Over the following years, he had the opportunity to vinify fruit from more than 25 vineyards in the Eola-Amity Hills, and more than 100 total in the Willamette Valley, Umpqua Valley, Southern Oregon, and Eastern Washington. His skillset led to roles in the service and technical sales side of the industry, but he was simultaneously able to carve out time to begin Violin in the 2013 vintage. We talk about the importance of decision-making in the vineyard as well as how he adjusts for the uniqueness of each growing season to best express the land he works with in the glass. He also provides great insight on the beauty of Oregon as a whole - you'll probably want to plan a trip after listening to this episode. Check out violinwine.com to order his incredible wines, and you can follow his adventures @musicinyourmouth on Instagram. Recorded May 5, 2021 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/acorkintheroad/support

Biosync Industries founder Ron Spencer received his architecture degree from the University of Oregon in 2009 and his MBA from Marylhurst University in 2011 with an emphasis in Green Development. Ron subscribes to the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) theory in economics that says companies should care just as much about social and environmental concerns as they do about profits. Ron teamed up with his father who owned a cattle ranch in the Umpqua Valley of Oregon and worked on turning his family ranch into a sustainable regenerative hemp farm. Ron says he is passionate about the potential of the Cannabis plant for natural health and advanced fiber production as well as the impact it can have in developing closed-loop agriculture systems.

Brad Niva is the executive director of Travel Southern Oregon, the contracted tourism management organization representing Douglas, Josephine, Jackson, Klamath, and Lake counties.   Under Niva's management, this 34-year-old tourism office is in the process of reshaping its future to highlight the best of Southern Oregon. This includes strategic partnerships with the Umpqua Valley and Rogue Valley wine regions and making the wine industry a key tourism asset for visitors coming to the area.   Brad has owned and managed three tourism businesses in the Rogue Valley and has a passion to use tourism as an economic development tool to promote our region and support our Oregon communities.       Brad Niva talks about Southern Oregon as a travel destination. https://www.southernoregon.org/      Destination pics of the week:   Gary – Lava Beds National Monument, Tule Lake https://www.nps.gov/labe/index.htm  Jen – Rivers Edge Restaurant  https://www.riversedgerestaurant.net  Brad – Galice Resort  http://www.galice.com    Travel tips of the week:   Gary – New locations. UK, Germany, Southern states in the United States and Australia  https://www.starlink.com/ Jen – Guy Kawasaki Remarkable People Podcast https://guykawasaki.com/remarkable-people Brad – Thank you to SATW travel writers for their inspiration   Find our guest and hosts online: Gary: Everything-everywhere.com  Jen: @jenleo, @bitcuriousmom, Bitcuriousmom.com  Brad: https://www.southernoregon.org/ 

JP Wilson, the Chapter President of Umpqua Valley, Oregon talks about her connection to SHP and how it got he involved with Sleep in Heavenly Peace, how his first build went in a downpour and a how they've delivered a bed every day since May 2018.

This interview is with Alfred (Mack) McCorquodale of McCorquodale Vineyard and covers topics such as the early wine industry history in the Umpqua Valley and McCorquodale's involvement in the industry. McCorquodale describes early wine industry events, like “Greatest of the Grape,” and recounts stories of early winemakers in the Umpqua Valley. This interview was conducted with Rachael Woody at the McCorquodale home on June 5, 2013.

This interview is with John Bradley of Bradley Vineyards, covering topics such as the early wine industry history in the Umpqua Valley, John Bradley's involvement in the industry, and the designation of Elkton as Oregon's newest AVA (in 2013). In the interview, Bradley explains why he chose to begin a vineyard in the early 1980s and describes what it was like to plant a vineyard with little viticulture knowledge or available resources. He speaks to the romantic notion of winemaking and how it compares to the reality. The interview also covers stories of the early Umpqua and Elkton winemakers and details the journey to Elkton being recognized as the most recent AVA designation in Oregon. This interview was conducted by Rachael Woody at Bradley Vineyards on June 7, 2013.

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Neal Hadley, president of the Native Plant Society of the Umpqua Valley, talks about the mission and work of the Native Plant Society (NSO). Neal talks about some of the Umpqua’s endemic plants and encourages us to see some of the native plant gardens in Roseburg, including the front yard of 548 Hickory street and next to the Arts Center on Harvard. Neal talks about the work to protect native species, such as oak trees, the Rough Popcorn Flower and Cox Maripossa Lilly, as well as our best public lands to see native flowers in the County. Neal describes the valuable herbarium collection at the Douglas County museum, going back decades. The NSO is involved in writing comments to address the impacts of the proposed Pacific Connector Pipeline on rare plants, and the proposal for Boardman Coal Plant. Next year Boardman will change from burning coal to burning biomass. But the biomass plant they want to introduce is potentially very invasive to the area, the Giant Cain, a prolific grass. While it could be a good biomass producer, it is also a potential new noxious invasive species for the Columbia River area.Contact and more information:www.npsoregon.orgfacebook: umpquavalleynpsoemail: uv_president at npsoregon.orgMonthly meetings are every second Thursday, 2741 W. Harvard blvdUpcoming field trips include:Ollalla Ck. field trip Sat. March 23rd, 9am,Beatty Ck. field trip Sun. April 7th, 9amRogue River Scenic Trail Mon. April 1st (no foolin') 8:30amCar pool leaves from the county parking lot at Fowler @ Deer Ck.

What is it like to jump feet first into a successful community arts organization, honoring tried-and-true programming while trying to bring in something new and challenge expectations in a way that isn’t alienating? Sandee McGee is an artist and Gallery Director at the Umpqua Valley Arts Association in Roseburg in southern Oregon. She talked to us about creating a space where community arts and more traditional art practices can cohabit with challenging contemporary work, and how they might benefit from each other. Sandee tells us about the backlash involved in going in a new direction, away from more traditional material-based practices to contemporary art, and the role of the mission statement of the organization in navigating that terrain. Arguably, the value of culture is what comes after and surrounds the event or exhibition in addition to the particular work itself. Where traditional art shows generate very short and polite conversations, more conceptual work prompts deeper, and sometimes more polarized conversations with a longer reach. But we can’t expect everyone to have an expert knowledge of art, so how do we open ourselves up and invite people in, without taking away the moment of discovery? It’s about building an audience by meeting people where they are and creating a comfortable zone where new ideas aren't threatening. Signage is a way in for many people, so being generous with information around the work and the premise of the show is an important aspect of accessibility. How a show is curated and the nuances of the language that is used can have a huge impact. In a small town you can really do damage with the way you talk about the work, and how you present it. There is fear of misunderstanding on both sides: the artist and the audience are both vulnerable to ridicule and “not knowing”. Links: Sandee McGee: http://sandeemcgee.virb.com/portfolio Umpqua Valley Arts Association: https://uvarts.com/ Richard Billingham: https://www.saatchigallery.com/artists/richard_billingham.htm Marie Watt: http://www.mariewattstudio.com/ Cynthia Lahti: http://cynthialahti.blogspot.com/ The Ford Family Foundation: https://www.tfff.org/ Mika Aono Boyd: https://mikaboyd.com/home.html John Whitten: http://www.johnwhitten.com/

Hal comes down to Missoula to talk with BHA’s Ty Stubblefield (who hosts his own podcast, Shoot’n the Bull), about his roots in Oregon’s Umpqua Valley and his life there as a millhand, logging contractor, bowhunter and conservationist in the Coast Range. Now based in Florence, Montana, in the northern Bitterroot Valley, Ty is living the hard balance of family, work and a lifelong obsession with hunting in the farthest reaches of America's wildlands.

Robin Wisdom, current treasurer for the League of Women’s voters, former state president, describes the work of The League. She talks about the structure, studies, and positions. The history of The League is tied to the 1920 victory for the women’s vote, and is now a national group supporting voting education. Robin talks about the upcoming “Garden Party” on June 16. See their website for more information: lwvuv.wordpress.com

Interviews with key producers in four different areas of Oregon, including David Adelsheim of the Willamette Valley, Brian McCormick of Colombia Gorge, Earl Jones of the Umpqua Valley, and Bill Steele from the Applegate Valley.

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