We are thrilled to introduce you to our newest intern who comes to us through Portland General Electric’s new program, Project Zero Works. PGE Project Zero Works provides green job internships for young adults with the objective of establishing a long-term career in the natural resources, clean energy, and environmental …
Green Team Update: Problem Solving for Ecosystem Restoration
Wild chervil (Anthriscus Sylvestris) is a non-native species that has been growing rapidly in an area where FPC staff and volunteers restored last winter. In the past, wild chervil had been present but had not been as big of a problem. Fieldwork and Intern Coordinator Katrina has an extensive background …
Meet Marianne! FPC’s Interim Development and Communications Manager
Join us in welcoming Marianne to the FPC team! Marianne will be supporting our development and communications efforts while our current manager Kady is on parental leave. Marianne will help us expand FPC’s capacity to do more to protect, restore, and connect people to Forest Park and we are thrilled …
Supporting a STEAM Curriculum to Nurture Future Forest Park Stewards
We are proud to share that the Forest Park Conservancy’s Nature Education Outing Program which connects youth to the learning opportunities found in nature was awarded funding! Join us in thanking Metro for their support through the Nature in Neighborhoods nature education and outdoor experience grants program. About the Nature …
Forest Park Conservancy’s Meditative Moments Series
Introducing, the Forest Park Conservancy’s Meditative Moments Series! For many, Forest Park and access to outdoor spaces have been limited due to COVID-19 and the need for social distancing. Not everyone is able to easily get to a place where they can hear the birds chirp, feel the cool forest …
Green Jobs and Training Program Update: The Unified Monitoring Protocol (UMP)
The Green Jobs Team Members have been learning how to collect important data for a cooperative effort to protect the Forest Park ecosystem called the Unified Monitoring Protocol (UMP). Partners brought together under the Greater Forest Park Conservation Initiative developed a shared protocol so that agencies can collaborate and compare …
#RecreateResponsibly: Celebrate Summer by Building a Safe and Welcoming Outdoors for All
Summer is here! It’s a time for outdoor adventures both out of town and close to home on the local trails of our beloved Forest Park. This year, spending time on the trails will have to change so that we can all safely access the physical and mental health benefits …
Trail Closures: Keep Your Eyes Peeled for New Signage!
On Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from through June 30, expect trail closures and delays due to trail maintenance between 7:30 am – 3:30 pm in the Macleay, Pittock, Newberry, Firelane 1 and Aspen-Birch areas. For frequently updated Trail Closures and Delay information, please check the Portland Parks and Recreation website …
Forest Park Ambassadors Hitting the Trails in July
Thank you and congratulations to the 35 Forest Park Ambassadors who just completed FPC’s first Virtual Trainings this spring! We are grateful to these new and returning volunteers who will help ensure that park users will find a sense of belonging and have all of the information they need to …
Green Jobs Training and Internship Program Update: Garlic Mustard Season!
Each year, Forest Park Conservancy staff work with our partners to help control the growth of invasive garlic mustard (aka Alliaria petiolate). Garlic mustard is a threat to the wide variety of native plants in Forest Park’s habitat, so detecting and eradicating this plant is an important part of restoring …









