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This river, the Nenana river, is located immediately adjacent to Denali National Park and Preserve and passes by the McKinley Village where the Host had an overnight stay. The river is glacier fed. There was a sign saying that a Grizzly bear had recently been seen immediately by this property. Beautiful and dangerous.

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Program Schedule &Recordings
4th Season
9/12/2001 - 9/18/2002

Program Number
Program Date
Program Title
Program Description
Tape Available?
157
Sept. 12, 2001
Garr Nelson - star of screen and Las Vegas
Garr Nelson, retired MC of Las Vegas shows and movies remembers all the famous stars that he met and befriended
Yes
158
Sept. 19, 2001
Train Transportation for 2001
Representatives of the Oregon Department of Transportation and rail passenger advocates talk about the current and future plans for train travel through Oregon.
Yes
159
Sept. 26, 2001
Helping Kids Connect with Art
Sam Harper, local artist, and owner of "Draw Kids," demonstrates how he works with children to develop their art skills. Sam demonstrates the skills of a young artist Artist, and talks about the way children's art skills can be stimulated.
Yes
160
Oct. 3, 2001
What's Not to Love about Opera
Martha Newell, local area psychologist, and opera buff, talks about the her experience in learning opera while she was in Wisconsin, Germany, and New York. She also provided information about the Oregon Opera Association Season and listened to some opera music.
Yes
161
Oct.10, 2001
Making Health Care Decisions
Ted Falk, attorney, and the Senior Director of Development and Legal Affairs at TruePaws Family Pet Insurance, talked about his experience in developing and having the Oregon State Legislature adopt the Physician's Advanced Directive law. He also explained how the forms are filled out and where you obtain them.
Yes
162
Oct. 17, 2001
The Portland Rotary Club and It's Trust Fund
Rick, Sanders, a past President of the Portland Rotary Club describes the programs of the Portland Rotary Club, how it funds various projects including the "Wheels of Power" program which provides wheel chairs for individuals.
Yes
163
Oct. 24, 2001
Helping Children Around the World through UNICEF
Cathie Vohries, a local volunteer working for the US Fund for UNICEF explained how the Halloween "Trick-Or-Treat" for UNICEF works, how individuals can purchase UNICEF Christmas cards to support the work of UNICEF. She spoke about their international support of children's immunization and work in Afghanistan.
Yes
164
Oct. 31, 2001
Halloween Special
The Host, Wayne Potter, brought some special Halloween music and Halloween readings to celebrate the excitement of Halloween evening.
Yes
165
Nov. 7, 2001
NW Oregon's Water Resources
Representatives of 4 area municipal water suppliers talk about the way they are obtaining water, helping conserve water and plan for the future. Lorna Stickely represented the Regional Water Providers, Jeff Bauman the City of Wilsonville, Greg DeLoreto the Tualatin Valley Water District, Dale Jutila the Clackamas River Water, and also Travis Williams, Executive Director of the Willamette River Keepers.
Yes
166
Nov. 14, 2001
Thanksgiving Programs
This is a replay of program #11, Special Thanksgiving Events from Nov. 25, 1998
Yes
167
Nov. 21, 2001
A Sustainable Thanksgiving Dinner
Sharon Thornberry of the Oregon Food Bank, Betty Izume of the Clackamas Co.-OSU Extension Program and Jenny Holmes, Editor of Portland's Bounty, talk about ways our Thanksgiving Dinner could be more sustainable.
Yes
168
Nov. 28, 2001
Learning How to be a Risk Taker
Casey Chaney, a writer, minister, counselor and teacher talks about the benefits of risk taking and what it can bring you.
Yes
169
Dec. 5, 2001
Tips for Wiser Holiday Spending
Replay of Program #115 from Nov. 22, 2000.
Yes
170
Dec. 12, 2001
Personal Privacy and Electronic Surveillance
Steve Beaderman, who is a member of Computer Professionals for Social Responsibility talks about how much electronic surveillance we are exposed to now and how that surveillance affects everyone's life.
Yes
171
Dec. 19, 2001
Hoedads Incorp. - A Part of Oregon's History
Hal Hartzell, an organizing member of the Hoedads explained the early history and tree planting activities in Oregon and the Northwest.
Yes
172
Dec. 26, 2001
Northwestern Tibetan Cultural Center
Jigme Topgyal, President of the NW Tibetan Cultural Center, explained the past and current activities of the Cultural Center. He also detailed his involvement with the Dali Lama while in Oregon.
Yes
173
Jan. 2, 2002
Non-Native Species in the Environment
Dave Loomis, a biologist with the Oregon Department of Fisheries talked about the issues that arise when non-native plant and animal species are introduced in the Oregon environment. He talked, at length, about Oregon's Diamond Lake and introduction of Tai Chubs into the lake which almost destroyed the trout population.
Yes
174
Jan. 9, 2002
Fishing Holes & Opportunities for Everyone
Pat Rogers, an active member of the Paralyzed Veterans of Oregon, talks about Oregon fishing opportunities for people with handicaps.
Yes
174
Jan. 16, 2002
Oregon Farmer's Markets
Susan Briggs who facilitates the work of the Oregon Farmer's Market Association and manages the Hollywood Farmer's Market and Ginger Rapport, who manages the largest Oregon Farmer's Market in Beaverton spoke about the growing number of Oregon markets and the increase in the number of foods and articles sold at each market.
Yes
176
Jan. 23, 2002
Our Potential for Being Creative
Tom Allen, a Oregon wood sculpture, sheep rancher, and builder of a solar home speaks about his investment in sustainable practices in Oregon.
Yes
177
Jan. 30, 2002
Oregon Midwifery
Carol Howe of OHSU and Nancy Sullivan, a practicing mid-wife, speak about how Midwifery came to the United States, to Oregon and how it practices have changed and grown.
Yes
178
Feb. 6, 2002
Stories and Story tellers
Members of the Senior Studies Institute tell stories that they have read and talked about in their classes. The stories are both funny and touching.
Yes
179
Feb. 13, 2002
New Challenges for the U.S. Coast Guard
Capt. James Spitzer, Captain of the Port, in Portland Oregon, speaks about the history and activities of the US Coast Guard in light of the terrorist bombing of the World Trade Towers in N. Y. City.
Yes
180
Feb. 20, 2002
Gourmet Cooking at the Seven Feather's Casino and Resort
Mr. Bruce Schoenboom, director of Foods and Beverages, at the the Seven Feather related how this southern area indian casino competes with other such facilities throughout the US. He spoke to the kinds and types of foods served at the Casino and described the role that the Indian tribe plays in the casino's oversight.
Yes
181
Feb. 27, 2002
Cooking by the Season
Marjorie Braker, Clackamas County Extension Service, Sherry Sirkin, owner of Dancin Roots Farm, and David Yudkin, owner of Hot Lips Pizza, speak about how local foods can be effectively incorporated into restaurant food and used in the kitchen. Ideas about planning for such cooking were also discussed.
Yes
182
March 6, 2002
Film & Video Production in Oregon
Kelly Baker of Square One Productions, Veronica Rinard of Oregon's Film & Video Office and Thomas Phillipson of the NW Film and Video Center, talk about what type of film and video work is happening in Oregon. What are the constraints, what ensures that films are produced, and what is cutting edge.
Yes
183
March 13, 2002
Adaptive Gardening
Patrick Rogers, a 20 year veteran of the Master Gardener's program, confined to a wheelchair, talks about techniques he uses to make create gardens and carry out gardening tasks easier.
Yes
184
March 20, 2002
Electronic Recycling in Oregon
Scott Clagg of METRO, Oso of Free Geek and Julie Daniel, Managing Director of Eugene's BRING talk about the problems of recycling electronic equipment and the directions that government, private profit and non-profit organizations are moving to resolve this extensive problem. Particular focus was on computers and televisions.
Yes
185
March 27, 2002
Oregon's Budget Priorities
Russ Dondero, Political Science professor at Pacific University, Ellen Lowe, consultant and long time activist, and Senator Ryan Deckert talk about the causes of the current Oregon fiscal crisis and about the options available to help the state over this severe period.
Yes
186
April 3, 2002
Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
JoWanna Harman Stever, licensed acupuncturist and Registered Nurse,talks about the history of Chinese Medicine and how Acupuncture, one of the techniques for treating disorders, can be used to deal with a wide range of conditions.
Yes
187
April 10, 2002
Paralyzed Veterans of America - Oregon
Jerry Ryan, Hospital Liaison for the PVA,tells about how members support one another in Veterans centers in Oregon and the Veterans spinal injury center in Washington.
Yes
188
April 17, 2002
Homelessness
Jean DeMasters, the Executive Director of the YWCA of Greater Portland and Casandara Garrison, a Policy Advocate for the Oregon Food Bank define the causes of and problems created by homelessness among woman and children.
Yes
189
April 24, 2002
Showstoppers & the NW Senior Theatre
Members of the cast and the Theatre's Artistic Director, Wanda Nichols, sing and talk their way into the hearts of all listeners by singing solos, duets, full cast numbers of both familiar and not-so familiar songs.
Yes
190
May 1, 2002
Budgeting for Your Dreams
Pam Brown, an educator, public speaker, experienced business program talked about the ways we perceive money and how each of us can achieve financial success.
Yes
191
May 8, 2002
Reducing Fossil Fuel Use So We Can Live More Healthy & Better Lives
Ed Hunt, Managing Editor of Tidepool, an environmental web site, Kevin Downing of Oregon's Clean Air Program (Dept. of Environmental Quality) and Christopher Dymond from Oregon's Office of Energy talks about the availability of fossil fuel and the variety of effective fuel options open to Americans.
Yes
192
May 15, 2002
Genetically Engineered Foods
Dr. Terry Lomax of the Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology at Oregon State University will talk about the public perceptions and concerns that people have about genetically engineered foods.
Yes
193
May 22, 2002
No Program
No Program
No
194
May 29, 2002
Coping with Depression
Beckie Child, an advocate for patient's rights will share her insights about the causes and medical support for people with severe depression.
Yes
195
June 5, 2002
Theatre & Arts Opportunities for Senior and disabled Artists
Laurie Dalton of ORCA, Oregon Artists from Eugene's American Festival and Bach Festival and other guests will talk about the summer,fall opportunities for direct involvement in Oregon arts.
Yes
196
June 12, 2002
OSHU Medical Research Project
Anthony Oliva, PhD, and Coleen Atkins, PhD, representing OHSU to talk about the importance of basic medical research and how it affects our lives and how we can affect the development of the various types of research.
Yes
197
June 19, 2002
Facts about Genetically Engineered Food
Terri L. Lomax, PhD, Professor, Dept. of Botany, OSU, talked about the ways some of our food sources have been genetically, how frequently these sources are found in food, their safety and public concerns.
Yes
XXX
June 26, 2002
No Program
Program was pre-empted by State Legislative Sessions.
No
198
July 3, 2002
Effect of the Olmsted Decisions on Public Mental Health Programs
Beckie Child, an advocate for patient's rights will share her insights about the Olmsted Decision on Oregon's Human Resource programs.
Yes
199
July 10, 2002
Economics of Maritime Operations - Port of Portland
Representatives of the Portland of Portland the International Longshoreman's Union talk about the importance of maritime operations in the Greater Portland area.
Yes
200
July 17, 2002
Airport Operations at the Portland International Airport
Representatives of the Portland talk about the way the persons with handicaps are dealt with at the Portland International Airport.
Yes
201
July 24, 2002
Employment & Training for the Handicapped
Bennett Johnson, CEO of the St. Vincent de Paul Enterprises and Anne O'Malley and Leigh Ohlsteen of Portland Habilitation Center, Inc. spoke about their training programs for people with handicapped, how placements were made some of the problems and issues faced by persons with handicaps.
Yes
202
July 31, 2002
Genetically Modified Foods, Part II
Mark Humus of NW RAGE, Donna Harris and Craig Winters who organized the drive to place a ballot measure on the November 2002 ballot which would require the labeling of genetically altered foods on packaging appear on the show to discuss the major issues of GMO's.
Yes
203
Aug. 7, 2002
Maintaning Our Wellness
Zdenek Zumr, a licenses Acupuncturist, and other staff from the newly operating Pearl Clinic, challenge some of the popular views of keeping well.
Yes
204
Aug. 14, 2002

What the public needs to know about private pilot licensing.

Gwen Morrow, President of the NW Aviation Association, and Jim Graham , a flight instructor, share their experiences in learning how to fly and get a pilot's license.
Yes
205
Aug. 21, 2002
What is an Intuitive Counselor?
Renee tells us about how she became a Psychic Counselor and shares her ideas about developing your own personal growth and development.
Yes
206
Aug. 28, 2002
Meet Nick Baker, a young singer and song writer
Nick Baker , a blind, young man tells us about how he learned music, and developed his skills as a song-writer. He shared his first album with the audience.
Yes
207
Sept. 4, 2002
Sports Heroes
Craig Blanchette, a wheelchair bound person since birth, tells us about how he became a champion handcycler. He shared his new dreams for the future.
Yes
208
Sept. 11, 2002
What is causing our pharmaceuticals to be so costly?
Martin Donohoe, MD, FACP, member of Physicians for Social Responsibility, talks about the practices of the pharmaceutical industry that cause such high prices.
Yes
209
Sept. 18, 2002
The Global Environmental Facility
Jeff Griffin, a private environmental consultant, talks about the ways that the Rio Summit created new world-wide opportunities for improvements to the international ecosystem.
Yes