Planting and Clean-Up at Catherine Creek Land Trust Property
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
Join Friends of the Columbia Gorge in planting trees and a variety of small clean-up projects at this newly acquired Land Trust site.
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View from Bridge of the Gods, spanning from Cascade Locks, OR to North Bonneville, WA. (photographer: Derek Markee)
Keeping the Columbia Gorge wild and wondrous is the core of what we do. Friends of the Columbia Gorge is the only conservation organization dedicated solely to protecting the scenic, natural, cultural, and recreational resources of the Columbia Gorge for generations to come. For almost 40 years we have worked to protect the Columbia Gorge from irresponsible development, preserve vital lands, promote responsible stewardship, strengthen public support for conservation initiatives, and expose local youth to the Gorge's wonders. Learn more: gorgefriends.org/about
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News & Updates
Thrillist: The Most Beautiful Places in Oregon You Never Knew Existed
September 15, 2021
In the Press
Organizations like the Audubon Society, Friends of the Columbia Gorge, and Oregon Wild all work protect the incredible wilderness of Oregon.
The Gorge Magazine: Come One, Come All
September 13, 2021
In the Press
Newly protected properties will be designed for inclusive recreation.
Oregon ArtsWatch: Painting Quickly in the Gorge
August 13, 2021
In the Press
The event is now a partnership between Friends of the Columbia Gorge and the Maryhill Museum of Art.
2021 Friends PNW Plein Air Ribbon Winners Announced
August 11, 2021
Latest News
Elo Wobig was recently selected as the winner of the Friends' ribbon in the 15th annual Pacific Northwest Plein Air in the Columbia River Gorge paint-out.
Features
Proposed Logging in Sensitive Gorge Area Poses Risk of "Dangerous Precedent"
- By Stan Hall
"Private logging companies should not be given free passes by government agencies to commercially log the Gorge’s most sensitive locations, like what happened here."
10 Gorge Winter Hikes to Start the Year on Good Footing
- By Stan Hall
Friends' staff recommends ten less-crowded trails for bundling up and enjoying the Gorge in the colder months of the year.
Stewarding the Gorge in the Time of COVID-19
In the wake of months of canceled volunteer stewardship events after the initial coronavirus outbreak, a new program was birthed.
Tribes Partner With Friends to Protect Wildlife Refuge
Arguments and a court decision in this potentially far-reaching case are due in 2021.
Blog
Giving Shout-Outs as Giving Season Starts
October 20, 2021 - By Hannah Anderson-Dana
Friends returns for the 2021 Willamette Week Give!Guide and highlights other participating organizations worthy of support.
New Transit Options in the Gorge
October 6, 2021 - By Kevin Gorman
Recent changes could have a transformational impact on how people will be traveling throughout the Gorge for years to come.
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Early Fires in 2021 Forecast a Daunting Future
October 6, 2021
Newly adopted policies will be vital in facing future challenges from wildfire threats exacerbated by drought. But much more will need to be done.
Reflecting on 18 Years of Work to Protect the Magnificent Gorge
August 30, 2021 - By Peter Cornelison
Upcoming Events
Planting Willows with Oregon State Parks
Friday, November 5, 2021
Join Friends of the Columbia Gorge in planting willows along Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail.
Columbia River Gorge Commission Monthly Meeting: November
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
The Gorge Commission welcomes everyone to attend Commission meetings.
Outdoors & Engaged: How Outdoor Education Programs Connect Youth to Nature
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Join us for a special virtual discussion exploring opportunities and challenges in education outdoors featuring insights from educators.