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Amateur Photographer Wins Grand Prize in Friends' Eighth Annual Photo Contest

Amateur Photographer Wins Grand Prize in Friends' Eighth Annual Photo Contest

May 9, 2023
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Winning image of water, sun, and mist at Wahclella Falls captivates judging panel in Friends of the Columbia Gorge’s photo contest celebrating "Treasures in Hi-Res."

Support Funding for Gorge Climate Work

Support Funding for Gorge Climate Work

March 10, 2023 - By Denise López
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Ahead of an important hearing in Salem on March 13, push Oregon legislators to fully fund the Gorge Commission's budget.

Take Action: Zimmerly Continues to Threaten the National Scenic Area

Take Action: Zimmerly Continues to Threaten the National Scenic Area

February 21, 2023 - By Denise López
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The public is urged to take action today by March 1 and ask the Clark County Land Use Hearing Examiner to require a full environmental review for this proposed harmful mining project.

Oregon Terminates Gas-Fired Power Plant Proposal Near Columbia River

Oregon Terminates Gas-Fired Power Plant Proposal Near Columbia River

September 27, 2022
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“Oregon’s future begins today, free of new fossil fuel power plants, which are dirty dinosaurs of a bygone era.”

Portland Artist Wins Columbia Gorge "Paint Out"

Portland Artist Wins Columbia Gorge "Paint Out"

August 16, 2022
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Creating her award-winning work “wasn’t just plein air painting; it was adventure painting," said Portland-area painter Janie Lowe.

New Short Film Showcases Efforts to Stop Illegal Mining Operation in Gorge

New Short Film Showcases Efforts to Stop Illegal Mining Operation in Gorge

August 3, 2022
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Co-produced by Holden Films and Friends of the Columbia Gorge, "When the Hard Work Begins" prim

July 4th Holiday Weekends, Forests & Fireworks Just Don't Mix

July 4th Holiday Weekends, Forests & Fireworks Just Don't Mix

July 1, 2022
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In advance of the July 4th holiday weekend, Friends and the Columbia Gorge Tourism Alliance urge the public to celebrate safely and responsibly in the Gorge.

With Assist From Friends, Washington State Parks Expands Beacon Rock

With Assist From Friends, Washington State Parks Expands Beacon Rock

June 15, 2022
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Friends of the Columbia Gorge Land Trust held neighboring property until the agency could buy the land.

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