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Pamplin: Friends of the Columbia Gorge Looks Back at 40 Years of Advocacy

Pamplin: Friends of the Columbia Gorge Looks Back at 40 Years of Advocacy

June 10, 2020
In the Press

The nonprofit serves as a lead conservationist and advocacy group for one of Oregon's most beautiful areas.

Friends of the Columbia Gorge Statement on Racism And Access to Nature

Friends of the Columbia Gorge Statement on Racism And Access to Nature

June 1, 2020
Latest News

Too often the U.S. conservation community has been silent on issues of justice, equality, and access to the outdoors. This cannot continue.

Looking in the Mirror, Looking Ahead

Looking in the Mirror, Looking Ahead

May 27, 2020 - By Kevin Gorman

Kevin Gorman: For Friends, there will be no more looking away from inequities as we work to ensure the Columbia Gorge is a vibrant and accessible place for all.

Empowering New Voices, Strengthening Gorge Advocacy

Empowering New Voices, Strengthening Gorge Advocacy

May 27, 2020 - By Peter Cornelison

Friends partners with University of Portland Immersive Environmental Justice program.

The Coronavirus and Our Summer Guided Outings

The Coronavirus and Our Summer Guided Outings

May 22, 2020 - By Burt Edwards

Communications Director Burt Edwards explains why Friends is canceling the rest of our spring and summer guided hikes and outings.

New Look, Same Commitment

New Look, Same Commitment

May 19, 2020 - By Kevin Gorman

Executive Director Kevin Gorman: As Friends turns 40, our mission, values, andvision converge.

Friends Debuts New Brand Work From Marketing Agency Grady Britton

Friends Debuts New Brand Work From Marketing Agency Grady Britton

May 19, 2020
Latest News

Friends won Grady Britton’s $25,000 in-kind marketing grant in 2018.

Tax Benefits of the CARES and SECURE Acts

Tax Benefits of the CARES and SECURE Acts

May 12, 2020 - By Pam Davee

What recent tax law changes might mean for you, and how you can best support Gorge protection work.

Willamette Week: Here's How Oregon Forests and Waterfalls Could Reopen in Coming Weeks

Willamette Week: Here's How Oregon Forests and Waterfalls Could Reopen in Coming Weeks

May 7, 2020
In the Press

Parks and trails in low-traffic areas have a path to re-opening.

The Columbian: Photo Contest Brings Out Best From Clark County Shutterbugs

The Columbian: Photo Contest Brings Out Best From Clark County Shutterbugs

May 5, 2020
In the Press

This round of the annual Gorge photography contest has special relevance to current events.

What You Don't See: 40 Years of Gorge Protection

What You Don't See: 40 Years of Gorge Protection

April 22, 2020 - By Michael Lang

Conservation Director Michael Lang on the visible legacy of Gorge protection work.

Winners Announced in Friends' Fifth Annual Photo Contest

Winners Announced in Friends' Fifth Annual Photo Contest

April 20, 2020
Latest News

Hood River photographer wins grand prize in Nature + Nurture contest.

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