Your Donations at Work
Get ready for prime trail season in Forest Park! This an amazing place to discover nature and outdoor recreation located so close to downtown Portland requires maintenance throughout the year. With 80 miles of trails to explore in Forest Park, keeping the trails enjoyable and safe is always our top …
With dryer forests due to climate change and the Linnton neighborhood’s proximity to the industrial area, there is an increased risk of fire that could start in the Linnton community and spread through the north Tualatin Hills including Forest Park. The Forest Park Conservancy is teaming up with neighborhood leaders …
Fall is such a magical time of year in Portland. With the smoke and heat behind us, we can finally head outdoors again. The weather is perfect, crisp and sunny. Nature reminds us with brilliant gold and red leaves that this time is beautiful yet fleeting. I savor every minute, …
We are pleased to share that FPC received Sustainability at Work Silver Certification through the City of Portland’s Office of Sustainability! We are proud that our office environment reflects our values and will strive to continually reduce our impact on the environment while we work to restore Forest Park. Protecting …
What a year it’s been for Forest Park and the Forest Park Conservancy. More than 1,500 volunteers turned out in all kinds of weather to take care of our beloved urban forest. And more than 1,200 people made financial contributions to support our work. Simply put, without you, Forest Park would not …
Canopy Weeds Field Assistant – Positions Open Title: Canopy Weeds Field Assistant Reports to: Program Manager Work Schedule:5 days/week, 40 hours/week.8am – 4:30pm Work day begins at 2960 NW Upshur Street in Portland, OR THE ORGANIZATION The Forest Park Conservancy (FPC) restores and protects Forest Park, Portland’s 5200-acre urban forest. FPC maintains …
I grew up in Toronto, Canada back in the 1970s. My grandfather was a geologist and an arctic explorer who appreciated the value of immersing oneself in the wild beauty of nature. Wanting to “toughen up” my sister and me, he signed us up at age 12 and 11 to …
Once again REI is closing their doors the day after Thanksgiving. We think this is great!What could be more fitting than to give thanks, enjoy and celebrate the beauty and wonder of natural world around us? That’s especially true if you’re in Portland and are fortunate enough to have Forest …
We know you love Forest Park and it’s no wonder why. Few cities can lay claim to 5,200 acres of urban forest and 80 miles of trail. You have a chance to earn some great thank you gifts when you make a donation to the Forest Park Conservancy. You’ll also have the …
Job Title: Development Director Reports to: Executive Director Work Schedule: Full time, exempt Based in: Portland, Oregon THE ORGANIZATION Forest Park Conservancy protects and fosters the ecological health of Forest Park, maintains and enhances the park’s extensive trails network, and inspires community appreciation and stewardship as a gift for future generations. Each year, we …
