News & Updates
The Oregonian: Outdoor Recreation in Oregon Is Effectively Closed
April 1, 2020
Latest News, In the Press
Here's how the decisions were made.
The Oregonian: U.S. Forest Service Closing All Trails in Columbia River Gorge
March 26, 2020
Latest News, In the Press
Trails managed by Friends of the Columbia Gorge will also close to the public.
PPFG: Watchdogs Contest Proposed Oregon Fracked Gas Power Plant
November 1, 2019
In the Press
A coalition of groups have requested a hearing to challenge Perennial Wind Chaser’s proposed 415-megawatt fracked gas-fired power plant, near Hermiston, OR.
The Oregonian: Inside the Preserve That’s Bringing Baby Turtles Back to the Gorge
October 29, 2019
In the Press, Multimedia
Last month, the inaugural group of 16 baby turtles, who were captive-reared for their first year at the Oregon Zoo, were released at the site.
The Columbian: Unpermitted Activity Alleged at Washougal Pit
October 8, 2019
In the Press
Gravel mine focus of environmental group, residents.
EZVid: 5 Vigilant Groups Defending Wildlife And Natural Resources In Oregon (VIDEOS)
October 7, 2019
In the Press, Multimedia
Friends named one of five important environmental organizations in Oregon.
NRDC: The Bomb Train Derailment That Sparked a Resistance in the Gorge
September 30, 2019
In the Press
Since a dangerous rail accident in 2016, local residents have served as a fierce check on the fossil-fuel industry's growth in the Pacific Northwest.
TVW: Field Report: Saving the Pond Turtles (Video)
September 24, 2019
In the Press, Multimedia
They were on the pathway to disappearing in Washington. But a fierce conservation program is helping to bring back a strong population of western pond turtles.