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:
Giving Shout-Outs as Giving Season Starts
Friends returns for the 2021 Willamette Week Give!Guide and highlights other participating organizations worthy of support.
Early Fires in 2021 Forecast Daunting Future
Newly adopted policies will be vital in facing future challenges from wildfires exacerbated by drought. But much more will need to be done.
Sign Up for a Stewardship Work Party
We are once again offering land stewardship volunteer opportunities to the public.
Blog Post
Giving Shout-Outs as Giving Season Starts
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
Events
Planting and Clean-Up at Catherine Creek Land Trust Property
Tuesday, November 2, 2021