Conservation Easements: Protecting Forest Park from the Outside In

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In the fall of 2013, the Forest Park Conservancy launched the Greater Forest Park Conservation Initiative, a 20-year strategy to restore and protect Forest Park and 10,000 acres of public and private land surrounding the park. The main reason for this initiative was the recognition that in order to protect …

From the Archives: History of the Stone House

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Macleay Park Shelter Balch Creek, Portland (A.K.A. Stone House, Witches Castle) Designed by Ernest F. Tucker, Architect 1929 Research compiled by Brett Schulz, January 1995 Introduction An overview of Macleay Park is provided to illuminate this structure’s importance as an element within a landscape. The Macleay Park Shelter (hereafter referred to as the …

Forest Park’s Logging Past

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Today the loudest noises you’re likely to hear in Forest Park are bird sounds, whether it’s crows chattering, a woodpecker tapping, or a wren practicing its aria. There was once a time, though, when the slopes of Forest Park would have echoed with the sounds of axes and two-person handsaws …

All Trails Challenge – Sign up Today!

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After a long and dreary winter, what could be better than celebrating spring with an outdoor adventure? Be a part of the 2018 All Trails Challenge!   We are busier than ever repairing the trails in Forest Park! You can help us by raising funds to support our trail and habitat …

Job Opening – Trails Crew Leader Position

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The Forest Park Conservancy seeks a Trails Crew Leader to support FPC’s mission to protect and restore Forest Park for future generations. Reports to: Trails Manager Work Schedule: 40 hours per week from June  4, 2018 – August 31, 2018 Classification: Seasonal, Non-Exempt Work Location: Workday starts at 2960 NW Upshur St, Portland, Ore., 97210 About the …

Getting a Handle on Off Leash Dogs in Forest Park

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Big Dog, Little Dog, Go Dog Go! Some of my favorite P.D. Eastman books revolved around dogs. You may wonder: what do dogs have to do with restoring and protecting Forest Park? Read on and I’ll share why this topic is so important. There are many things we cannot change. …

Job Opening – Seasonal Trails Staff

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The Forest Park Conservancy seeks two Trails Assistants to support FPC’s mission to protect and restore Forest Park for future generations. Reports to: Trails ManagerWork Schedule: 40 hours per weekClassification: Seasonal, Non-ExemptWork Location: Workday starts at 2960 NW Upshur St, Portland, Ore., 97210 About the Forest Park Conservancy Forest Park Conservancy (FPC) protects and …

Beers Made by Walking 2018!

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This year’s Beers Made by Walking program will feature six local brewers who love Forest Park and also make some of the best beer and cider in town. Join us for hikes in Forest Park followed by beer tappings throughout the summer when you can sample their Forest Park-inspired beer. This is …