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Taking Education From Virtual Back to the Outdoors

Taking Education From Virtual Back to the Outdoors

August 26, 2021 - By Natasha Stone

One of Friends' outdoor education programs goes back outdoors with the help of a youthful, relatable "fish nerd."

Oregon ArtsWatch: Painting Quickly in the Gorge

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

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.

A New Opportunity for Awe at Cape Horn

A New Opportunity for Awe at Cape Horn

July 28, 2021 - By Mika Barrett

A new property at Cape Horn offers real possibilities for increasing accessibility to serve residents and visitors beyond the customary Gorge hikers.

How the Lyle Hill Fire Affected Our Lyle Cherry Orchard Preserve

How the Lyle Hill Fire Affected Our Lyle Cherry Orchard Preserve

July 28, 2021

A report from our land trust on damage from the fire and what it means for the preserve's trails.

Challenging Energy Projects Threaten the Gorge

Challenging Energy Projects Threaten the Gorge

July 14, 2021 - By Michael Lang

Conservation Director Michael Lang: A legacy of stopping fossil fuel projects doesn't mean Friends is done working to challenge threats to the Gorge.

Friends Closes Lyle Cherry Orchard Preserve Due to Wildfire

Friends Closes Lyle Cherry Orchard Preserve Due to Wildfire

July 13, 2021 - By Dan Bell

The preserve is being closed due to the nearby Lyle Hill wildfire that broke out on July 12.

Especially in Current Conditions, Please Celebrate Independence Day Responsibly

Especially in Current Conditions, Please Celebrate Independence Day Responsibly

June 24, 2021
Latest News

"Forests are no place for fireworks and in fact are illegal on federal and state public lands."

Heat Waves, Fireworks & Forests Don't Mix

Heat Waves, Fireworks & Forests Don't Mix

June 24, 2021 - By Kevin Gorman

As the climate changes, it is critical that all of us take extreme care and act as responsible stewards for our public lands in the Columbia Gorge.

Kathy Tack: Protecting the Gorge's Past & Future

Kathy Tack: Protecting the Gorge's Past & Future

June 16, 2021 - By Pam Davee

Thank you to Kathy Tack for protecting the Gorge's past and future!

Your Voices Have Been Heard: Friends 2021 Member Survey

Your Voices Have Been Heard: Friends 2021 Member Survey

June 10, 2021 - By Hannah Anderson-Dana

For the third year in a row, Friends’ membership survey allowed us to hear directly from our amazing community of Columbia Gorge supporters and enthusiasts.

Oregon Legislature Acts to Address Bias Crimes on Public Lands

Oregon Legislature Acts to Address Bias Crimes on Public Lands

June 9, 2021
Latest News

On June 9 the Oregon House approvedSB 289, following passage this April in the Oregon Senate. The bill now goes to Gov. Kate Brown for signing.

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