Friends of the Columbia Gorge Newsroom

Friends of the Columbia Gorge Newsroom
View from Bridge of the Gods, spanning from Cascade Locks, OR to North Bonneville, WA. (photographer: Derek Markee)

Monthly Enews

Monthly Enews - Keep updated on Friends' work, news stories, and upcoming events and volunteer activities.

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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For media questions, speaking requests, or public education partnership inquiries please contact: Tim Dobyns, communications & engagement director | 971.634.0595 | tim@gorgefriends.org (email) 

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News & Updates

Amateur Photographer Wins Grand Prize in Friends' Eighth Annual Photo Contest

Amateur Photographer Wins Grand Prize in Friends' Eighth Annual Photo Contest

May 9, 2023
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Winning image of water, sun, and mist at Wahclella Falls captivates judging panel in Friends of the Columbia Gorge’s photo contest celebrating "Treasures in Hi-Res."

Friends Succeeds in Protecting Gorge Farmland Through Litigation

Friends Succeeds in Protecting Gorge Farmland Through Litigation

May 2, 2023 - By Nathan Baker

The Gorge Commission issued an important appeal decision that will protect Gorge farmland for future generations, just as Congress intended when it passed the National Scenic Area Act in 1986.

Unanswered Questions in Cascade Locks

Unanswered Questions in Cascade Locks

April 15, 2023 - By Sofia Urrutia-Lopez

A Friends staffer and Gorge resident gives a personal perspective on a controversial data center proposal.

Field Report: Students Learn Hands-On at Gorge Turtle Habitat

Field Report: Students Learn Hands-On at Gorge Turtle Habitat

April 14, 2023 - By Sarah Skelly

Carson, Washington, middle-schoolers receive a day of education and exploration on Gorge public lands.

Features

Collaboration Yields a Climate Action Plan for the Columbia Gorge

Collaboration Yields a Climate Action Plan for the Columbia Gorge

December 22, 2022 - By Denise López

Bringing in members of often-overlooked communities, contributed to a Columbia Gorge climate plan that would address local concerns and be broadly supported.

Methane Gas Power Plant Defeated for Good

Methane Gas Power Plant Defeated for Good

November 3, 2022

Had the proposed 415-megawatt fracked gas-fired power plant been built it would have immediately ranked in the top 10 stationary sources of greenhouse gas emissions in Oregon.

Breaking Down Barriers,  Building Community Partnerships

Breaking Down Barriers, Building Community Partnerships

November 3, 2022

Friends staff have worked to build new, enduring community partnerships with regional groups who have been historically excluded from conservation and land management debates and decision making.

Blog

Centering Conservation Through Tribal Perspectives

Centering Conservation Through Tribal Perspectives

April 12, 2023

Friends participates in an initiative with a goal of restoring access and ownership of lands to the Indigenous people who have occupied and stewarded the lands for countless generations.

Spring Is Buzzing in the Gorge!

Spring Is Buzzing in the Gorge!

April 12, 2023

'Tis the season for pollination in the Gorge.

Step by Step, Gorge Towns to Trails Forges New Connections

Step by Step, Gorge Towns to Trails Forges New Connections

April 7, 2023 - By Renée Tkach

Read an update of the biggest recreation initiative in Friends' history.

Breaching the Snake River Dams

Breaching the Snake River Dams

November 30, 2022 - By Steve McCoy

While the dams are far upstream of the Gorge, dwindling Gorge salmon runs, tribal significance and recreation benefits led Friends to support the breaching proposals.

Upcoming Events

Hardy Ridge Dog-Friendly Hike

Hardy Ridge Dog-Friendly Hike

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Difficulty level: Strenuous: 7 miles | 1,000-ft elev. gain

Upper McCord  and Elowah Falls Trail Invasive Plant Removal

Upper McCord and Elowah Falls Trail Invasive Plant Removal

Friday, June 9, 2023

Join Friends of the Columbia Gorge for monthly herb-Robert removal along trails within the scenic John B. Yeon State Scenic Corridor.

Columbia River Gorge Commission Monthly Meeting: June

Columbia River Gorge Commission Monthly Meeting: June

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

The bi-state commission meets on the second Tuesday of each month. The public is invited to attend meetings.

Dog Mountain Trail Invasive Plant Removal

Dog Mountain Trail Invasive Plant Removal

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Join Friends of the Columbia Gorge in a hike up Dog Mt trail where we'll take in views and remove herb Robert geranium.