Today a coalition of nine conservation organizations, led by Friends of the Columbia Gorge, filed an appeal in the Oregon Supreme Court.
If built, the terminal would have transported up to 15 million gallons of oil per day through the Columbia River Gorge in dangerous oil trains.
A reflective shot of Elowah Falls wins the grand prize.
"The Walden clear-cut bill could undo over 100 years of forest protection," Friends Conservation Director Michael Lang stressed.
Executive Director Kevin Gorman: "We have a long journey ahead but the Gorge is a resilient place."
Friends and neighbors say proposal is an attempt to sidestep Gorge preservation regulations.
Executive Director Kevin Gorman is interviewed at Steigerwlad Shores campaign property.
Legislators miss an opportunity to protect against the next derailment.
