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Winter Well-Being Webinar

Winter Well-Being Webinar

January 26, 2022
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View our Jan. 26 webinar and related links.

Blumenauer to Seek Mt. Hood/Gorge Legislation, Wants to Hear From Public

Blumenauer to Seek Mt. Hood/Gorge Legislation, Wants to Hear From Public

December 14, 2021 - By Kevin Gorman

Oregon Congressman Earl Blumenauer wants to hear from the public by Jan. 7 about outlined concepts for added protections and enhancement to the Gorge and Mt. Hood National Forest.

Volunteers Steward Through All Seasons

Volunteers Steward Through All Seasons

December 8, 2021 - By Sarah Skelly

Through spring and summer and during rain or heat, volunteers have sustained stewardship progress through a year of limited engagement.

Habitat Restoration at Steigerwald

Habitat Restoration at Steigerwald

December 8, 2021 - By Dan Bell

Land Trust Director Dan Bell gives an update on the collaborative work resulting in the restoration of a crucial Columbia River floodplain.

Mitchell Point 2.0

Mitchell Point 2.0

December 7, 2021 - By Kevin Gorman

The Mitchell Point Tunnel project is one of three projects that remain to fully connect the Historic Columbia River Highway.

Conservation Challenges Loom

Conservation Challenges Loom

December 6, 2021

Dams and climate change threaten steelhead and salmon.

Friends of the Columbia Gorge Launches "Our Gorge Connections" Photo Contest

Friends of the Columbia Gorge Launches "Our Gorge Connections" Photo Contest

December 6, 2021
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Seventh annual photo contest celebrates the connection between nature, cultures, and communities that make the Columbia Gorge a vibrant place to visit and live.

From Exploring the Gorge to Exploring Our Backyard

From Exploring the Gorge to Exploring Our Backyard

November 24, 2021 - By Haley Lebsack

Camas-Washougal Community Chest and Vic Clausen Youth Education Fund partner with Friends in ongoing Gorge outdoor education efforts.

Mosier Rail Expansion Defeated

Mosier Rail Expansion Defeated

November 18, 2021 - By Michael Lang
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Union Pacific Railroad has thrown in the towel on its proposed rail expansion project near the town of Mosier, Oregon.

National Scenic Area 35th Birthday: Highlighting a Long Career of Gorge Advocacy

National Scenic Area 35th Birthday: Highlighting a Long Career of Gorge Advocacy

November 18, 2021 - By Kevin Gorman

As the National Scenic Area turns 35, Executive Director Kevin Gorman pays tribute to one of his predecessors, who as a young man helped get the Scenic Area legislation over the finish line.

35th Anniversary: Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Act Signed Into Law

35th Anniversary: Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Act Signed Into Law

November 17, 2021 - By Bowen Blair Jr.

On the 35th anniversary of the date the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Act was signed into law, we look back into Friends' archives for reaction to the momentous occasion.

Webinar: Outside & Engaged

Webinar: Outside & Engaged

November 12, 2021
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Watch an archive video of our Nov. 10, 2021, virtual discussion about the opportunities and challenges in outdoor education.

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