Ensuring the Gorge remains a vibrant, living place—wondrous, wild, and open to all—is at the core of what we do. We are Friends of the Columbia Gorge, the only conservation organization entirely dedicated to protecting, preserving, and stewarding the Columbia Gorge for future generations.
Get Involved
Friends’ conservation work is driven by members, volunteers, and activists. There are many ways to join our community of Gorge enthusiasts. Here are some ways to get started:
Check Out the Friends Shop
Show your love for the Gorge while helping support our work to protect, preserve, and steward it.
Creating a World-Class Trekking Network Encircling the Gorge
Learn more about the initiative to create a 200-mile loop trail network in the Gorge.
Text Alerts: Another Way to Take Action With Friends
Text "gorgefriends" to 52886 or click on the link to sign up for conservation advocacy text alerts.
Blog Post
Guest Blog: Why I Support Timed-Use Permits on the Historic Highway
Monday, May 16, 2022
Events
Falls Creek Falls Dog-Friendly Hike
Wednesday, June 1, 2022