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Building Partnerships With Guided Outings

Building Partnerships With Guided Outings

November 30, 2022 - By Melissa Gonzalez

For Friends’ outdoor programs, which includes our beloved hike program, the pandemic pause gave us time to reflect and analyze our past offerings.

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.

2021-22 Board Reflections

2021-22 Board Reflections

November 2, 2022

Friends Board Chair Annie Munch looks back on the past year and sees the future of Gorge protection and accessibility through the eyes of her grandson.

2021-22 Financial Report: Successful Adaptation to New Work Model

2021-22 Financial Report: Successful Adaptation to New Work Model

November 2, 2022

Finance Director Paige Unangst: While the pandemic has continued to be challenging on many fronts, Friends is fortunate to have successfully embraced operating with a hybrid or remote model.

Guest Blog: Washington State Parks & Friends' Beacon Rock Partnership

Guest Blog: Washington State Parks & Friends' Beacon Rock Partnership

October 17, 2022

In a guest blog, Washington State Parks Communications Consultant Meryl Lassen that "with a little help from our Friends, Washington State Parks will improve safety and access at Beacon Rock."

Inclusion and Accessibility Enhance Gorge Experience

Inclusion and Accessibility Enhance Gorge Experience

September 19, 2022 - By Mika Barrett

Friends has been investing in community partnerships to improve accessibility and inclusion at critical land trust acquisitions at Cape Horn and Catherine Creek.

Bringing Back the Joy of Youth Outdoor Education

Bringing Back the Joy of Youth Outdoor Education

September 19, 2022 - By Kassy Delgado

After an extended pause on Friends' youth education programs due to the pandemic, students are finally able to spend a full school day learning outside the classroom.

Survey Says: National Scenic Area Registers Strong Public Support

Survey Says: National Scenic Area Registers Strong Public Support

September 15, 2022 - By Kevin Gorman

It's inspiring to see a wide and deep base of support for the protections the Scenic Area enjoys today, a testament to decades of hard work.

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