FPC and Friends Go to the Capital

Forest Park ConservancyUncategorized

The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) is governed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and is located on the traditional homelands of the Iñupiat and Gwichʼin peoples. At 19,286,722 acres, it is the largest wildlife refuge in the United States. The refuge is a vital ecosystem for wildlife and …

Become a Forest Park Ambassador!

Riley GuiebUncategorized

Forest Park Conservancy (FPC) is proud to steward and care for the vast natural area that is Forest Park. As our efforts to care for the park increase, so do our need for Forest Park Ambassadors!   This year, Forest Park users will see more Ambassadors than before, and our goal …

Job Opportunity: Trails Technician

Forest Park ConservancyUncategorized

FPC is currently hiring for two Trails Technician positions for this spring. Read the full job listing below. Applications are due February 28th. Want to learn more about FPC? Click here. Title: Trails Technician (2 positions available) Reports to: Trails Manager Work Schedule: Up to 40 hours per week, including 1-2 weekends per month Classification: Temporary, Non-Exempt Work …

FPC Has a New Work Truck, Thanks to You!

Forest Park ConservancyUncategorized

Last year, our old work truck incurred a major engine problem that cost more to fix than the truck was worth. Our work truck is one of the most important pieces of equipment we use. It’s what lets us travel to the trails, carry our team, and transport equipment like …

Give!Guide 2022 Wrap-Up

Forest Park ConservancyUncategorized

The 2022 Give!Guide is officially over, and we couldn’t be more thankful to you, our community, for supporting us during this campaign.  While we didn’t reach our ambitious $80,000 goal, we are still so grateful for all of you who were able to pitch in to help support our favorite …

A Community Effort: Outreach with Local Firewise Communities

Forest Park ConservancyUncategorized, Wildfire

As the cold and rain settle in around Portland for the upcoming months, we have the opportunity to continue to build momentum, awareness, and community preparedness for the mounting risk of fire in and around Forest Park.  Through the Forest Park Wildfire Risk Reduction Project, Forest Park Conservancy staff, along …

Help FPC Find a New Field House

Forest Park ConservancyUncategorized

Our organization needs a new field house for the next five years that can accommodate our needs and allow us to continue our mission to protect, restore, and connect people to Forest Park. Having a dedicated location we can store tools, wash gear and equipment, and park our work vehicles …

There’s Still Time to Support FPC in the Give!Guide!

Forest Park ConservancyUncategorized

Forest Park Conservancy has been participating in Willamette Week’s Give!Guide, and we are so grateful for everyone who has supported us so far! We have a big goal of raising a total of $80,000 by December 31st, and while we still have a ways to go, we are feeling confident …