Author Archives: Zac Perry

Canyon Day is Here!

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Zac Perry

After a long spring and short summer it is time to get back in those woods we have all found salvation in- and give back.Come celebrate Reed's oldest active tradition Canyon Day!This bi-annual event is helps protect and restore the… Continue reading →

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Spider Season

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Zac Perry

It's spider season in the canyon! There are dozens of beautiful spider webs at every turn. This web was one of 7 hanging over the waterfall just west of the land bridge. They really light up in the afternoon light…. Continue reading →

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Reed College Centennial Celebration

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Zac Perry

On September 24th Reed College is hosting a Community Day- It starts with a 5k Odyssey Run- around the college and a pancake feed. MId- morning there is a kid's festival in the Quad with carnival games, face painting,… Continue reading →

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Researching the Canyon

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Zac Perry

Another beautiful summer is winding down in the canyon- which for us means two things. The yellow jackets are extra nasty right now, and it's time to start diving deep into the inner questions of the canyon and set… Continue reading →

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The Loose-strife got out of its cage!

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Zac Perry

After almost thirteen years of managing the canyon and generally touching every aspect of earth in those woods a new predator has been seen on the loose….   Purple loosestrife (Lythrum salicaria). A particularly aggressive critter- that can grow up… Continue reading →

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Following a Different Path

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Zac Perry

A new crop of Reedies have joined the summer Canyon Crew- to restore, protect and forage on the gift that we call Reed Canyon…. Continue reading →

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