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SUMMARY:Hike 'n Pull at Dog Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends and the U.S. Forest Service for our second summer “hike and pull” work party to remove invasive weed herb Robert geranium that is sneaking up the trail corridors! Dog Mt. is known for it’s spectacular wildflower meadows and dramatic Gorge views from the top\, however the understory of this trail is also quite spectacular and full of biodiversity including orchids. By volunteering with this project you will learn more about the understory ecology and help keep this ecosystem in tact – and enjoy all the views along the way! \nWhat to expect: this trail is rated as “strenuous”  and is very steep with up to 2500′ elevation gain. You can expect hike up to 6 miles roundtrip along the dirt trail. Weed removal spots are approximately 3 miles up the trail not too far below the summit so be prepared for the climb. Luckily\, the plant has shallow roots that are easy to pull. Work includes walking off trail and moving along sloped and flat terrain\, bending\, kneeling\, pulling. \nSite notes: NW Forest Day Passes will provided for parking. There is a USFS vault toilet near the trailhead. Poison oak grows alongside portions of the trail that we will identify and avoid and also chat about tick and rattlesnake safety. \nBefore you register\, please:\nClick HERE to read our Liability Waiver – You will be asked to check a box acknowledging you read waiver during registration. \nThis project is in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service\, Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. \nRegister HERE.
URL:http://gorgefriends.org/event/hike-n-pull-at-dog-mountain-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Stewardship Events
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SUMMARY:First Saturday Stewardship at Sams Walker
DESCRIPTION:Join us for stewardship Saturdays at Sams Walker! As we prepare for future plantings\, the focus this spring will be to continue targeting patches of invasive plants from oak understory habitats that are smothering native shrubs and wildflowers! As we hike to the project area we’ll tour the oak and pollinator meadow restoration efforts from the past five years\, talk about successes and challenges and look for the first wildflowers of the season! \nLearn more about the mosaic of habitats at Sams Walker Day Use Area HERE. \nPhysical description: expect walking off trail on slightly uneven ground\, cutting with loppers\, pulling. The project site is about a 0.25 mile walk from the parking area on a flat gravel trail. \nSite notes: There is a USFS vault toilet in the parking area. \nBefore you register\, please:\nClick HERE to read our Liability Waiver– You will be asked to check a box acknowledging you read waiver during registration. \nThis project is in partnership with Center for Ecodynamic Restoration and U.S. Forest Service. \n  \nRegister HERE.
URL:http://gorgefriends.org/event/first-saturday-stewardship-at-sams-walker/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Stewardship Events
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Saturday at St. Cloud Day Use Area
DESCRIPTION:Join us for stewardship at St. Cloud every third Saturday as we gear up for riparian restoration along Good Bear Creek. This salmon bearing stream has become overgrown with invasive plants and this restoration project aims to remove non-native plants along the stream course and replace native vegetation to help with salmon migration. St. Cloud also includes an historic apple orchard and Columbia River wetland and riparian habitat! Our focus will be removing small patches of Himalayan blackberry across the site and within a wildflower restoration area. \nRead more about St. Cloud Trail HERE \nPhysical description: expect walking off trail in flat\, grassy/possibly muddy terrain\, digging\, bending\, kneeling. The project area is about 0.25 mile walk along a dirt path. \nSite notes: There is a USFS vault toilet in the parking area. \nBefore you register\, please: \nClick HERE to read our Liability Waiver – You will be asked to check a box acknowledging you read waiver during registration. \nThis project is in partnership with the Center for Ecodynamic Restoration\, Clark College Native Plant Center and U.S. Forest Service. \nRegister HERE.
URL:http://gorgefriends.org/event/stewardship-saturday-at-st-cloud-day-use-area/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Stewardship Events
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SUMMARY:Gorge Summerfest 2025
DESCRIPTION:Friends of the Columbia Gorge is throwing our annual summer celebration\, and you’re invited! Set along the banks of the Columbia River at the scenic Cascade Locks Marine Park\, this free\, family-friendly event is open to the public and packed with fun ways to enjoy a summer afternoon in the Gorge. \nExpect live music and dancing from two incredible local acts: genre-spanning pop-rock artist Matt Chaffee kicks things off\, followed by a headlining set from acclaimed Americana/folk duo Tony Furtado and Stephanie Schneiderman. \nWander through a pop-up market featuring Indigenous artists\, grab a bite from one of several delicious food trucks (frybread tacos\, Thai\, grilled sausages\, ice cream\, and more!)\, and explore conservation booths from local environmental groups. There’s something for everyone: lawn games\, face painting\, a bouncy house (wind permitting)\, a 50/50 raffle\, and more. \nLocated in the heart of Cascade Locks\, Oregon\, the Marine Park offers riverside views\, paved paths\, and access to Thunder Island. It’s the perfect backdrop for a summer celebration of community and conservation. \nDon’t miss your chance to connect with Friends of the Columbia Gorge and hundreds of other conservation-minded people from across the region to celebrate everything that makes this place so special. \nAdmission is free\, and donations are optional\, but if you’d like to make a donation as part of your free event registration\, you may do so here. \nTap here to register. \nCan’t wait to see you there!
URL:http://gorgefriends.org/event/gorge-summerfest-2025/
LOCATION:Cascade Locks Marine Park\, 355 Wa Na Pa St.\, Cascade Locks\, OR\, 97014\, United States
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