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Every fall, millions of leaves tumble out of the sky in a rite of passage, signaling the season’s change. While their beauty is unquestionable, what happens to the trails of Forest Park buried under too-thick of layers of foliage isn’t always so pretty. Massive pile-ups of leaves on the trail can …
Do you enjoy great food and beer? Then stop by the Portland Brewing Company on Saturday, November 21st from Noon – 4pm. When you mention Forest Park Conservancy, they will donate 30% of your bill to support our work restoring Forest Park. What a perfect way to improve the park and have fun! Staff …
Join us for our annual Beer Tapping on October 10th from Noon – 5pm at four different bars in Southeast Portland – Bazi Bierbrasserie, Belmont Station, Horse Brass Pub, and Likewise. Here’s your chance to try some or all of the 18 beers and ciders that were inspired by the …
At the end of September, our long-time Volunteer Program Manager Mikala Soroka will be leaving her current post at the Forest Park Conservancy and going back to school to become a Speech-Language Pathologist. On this new path, Mikala hopes to continue to help people build new skills, but instead of …
Here at the Forest Park Conservancy our mission is twofold: foster the stewardship of Forest Park’s trails and restore its forest for the health of our city and our region. That is why we’re thrilled to announce the completion of our summer-long Wildwood Trail improvement project and some exciting new …
You are invited to join us at the Forest Park Conservancy’s Annual Meeting! This is your chance to meet our board members, ask staff questions, and get the latest updates on the Greater Forest Park Conservation Initiative (GFPCI). Members will also vote to elect our Board of Directors for next year. What: Forest Park …
On Forest Park Conservancy’s biannual Day of Stewardship, Forest Park fans from across the greater Portland area join forces to enhance the natural beauty and ecology of Forest Park. This fall, be one of them. Fall Day of Stewardship October 17, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Uproot Invasive Weeds, Plant Native …
Anyone who has ridden a bike or driven along Highway 30 knows that Portland is home to a large industrial area comprised of small and large manufacturers. This area suffers from significant pollution issues and has little green “infrastructure”. This means, there are few trees or greenspaces that can help …
If you’re a volunteer, come on out to the forest and let us thank you for your tremendous work! Share good food and drink among Forest Park Conservancy friends and take a look back at some of the most impressive trail improvement and habitat restoration projects you’ve helped accomplish this …
Forest Park made the news this week to announce an exciting step forward in the long-term ecological restoration of the park. In case you missed it, here is the clip from KGW! Want to learn more about this groundbreaking project? Join us for the upcoming Balch Creek Public Meeting this Monday evening …
