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Brinda Calkins

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Ive lived my whole life, 71 years and counting, in the LewisClark Valley. Idaho is so beautiful but the politics are disgraceful and discouraging.
Some photos by my brother.
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August 2, 2025 at 11:20 PM

Science Friday

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Roland Kays and his team are retracing Lewis and Clark’s expedition, documenting animals along the way. With camera traps and local experts, they’re learning how animal populations have changed over the past 220 years.

Footage from Roland Kays. Follow his journey at rolandkays.com/lewisclark/

May 29, 2026 at 3:21 PM

Science Friday

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We caught up with him mid-journey to hear about the animals they’ve spotted so far, including one very lucky duck. You can listen to the full convo on our podcast: www.sciencefriday.com/segments/lew...

Image provided by Roland Kays. Follow his journey at rolandkays.com/lewisclark/

Surveying wildlife along Lewis and Clark's route, 220 years later

A new wildlife survey follows Lewis and Clark's route, 220 years later. And, cell and GPS data show how animals react to humans' presence.

www.sciencefriday.com

June 2, 2026 at 7:38 PM

GGHaegelin

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#KeepStandingUP
#KeepSpeakingUP
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Transplant from LA CA 93
2 LewisClark Valley 4 RuralHealthcare 32yrs later Healthcare⬇️ will worsen ~ Protests ⏫️ Need 2 B N Streets Daily Food Costs⬆️ not ⏬️on
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March 9, 2025 at 10:40 PM

Legends of America

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The group, comprised of about 40 men, began their historic journey May 14, 1804. The Lewis and Clark expedition was the first United States overland expedition to the Pacific coast and back. Read about the Corps of Discovery – The Lewis & Clark Expedition www.legendsofamerica.com/ah-lewisclark/