Forest Park Conservancy is responsible for brushing a total of 40.45 miles of soft-surface trails within Forest Park every year. Brushing is a key aspect of the maintenance efforts FPC conducts every year. But, what is brushing, and why is it so important? Trail maintenance efforts often are context-dependent. The …
Meet Abe, FPC’s New Trails Intern from PGE’s Project Zero
Join us in welcoming Abe to the Forest Park Conservancy team! Abe will be working as a Trails Intern alongside FPC’s staff and partner organizations to support our work in protecting and maintaing all 80+ miles of trails in Forest Park. Abe is a part of PGE’s Project Zero, which provides …
Wildfire Tips and Resources to Recreate Responsibly in Forest Park and Beyond
As we enter dry summer weather conditions and the risk of wildfire becomes urgent, we want you to feel empowered to continue recreating outdoors in Forest Park and beyond, but have the information you need to do so responsibly. We all know that loss of life, infrastructure, wildlife habitat, and …
Join a free guided hike this Summer! Sign up for a Discovery Hike
Forest Park Conservancy’s Discovery Hikes are a great opportunity to explore Forest Park and learn about Forest Park’s history, recreational opportunities, and the restoration and maintenance efforts within the park. Discovery Hikes are led by knowledgeable Forest Park Conservancy staff, and local experts who volunteer their time to share their …
Meet Mikey, FPC’s New Communications Intern from PGE’s Project Zero
Join us in welcoming Mikey Brooks to the Forest Park Conservancy team! Mikey will be working as a Communications Intern alongside FPC’s staff and partner organizations to support efforts to share the work being accomplished and the issues affecting Forest Park. Mikey is a part of PGE’s Project Zero, which …
Why 80 for 80?
The tease of hot spring days gives anticipation to all the delicious cool beverages I will enjoy this summer. In 2020, I spent more of my time running than I ever had before. I became a trail runner and logged an enormous number of miles in Forest Park. I found …
FPC Launches the Summer Adventure Series!
The Summer Adventure Series gives you the opportunity to support the Forest Park you love while you play outside. From June through September, players will be able to download the Momento app and begin their adventure. Spend your summer months sharing your outdoor adventures to promote the freedom to enjoy …
Welcoming Ahmed as FPC’s New Trails and Restoration Manager
If you have joined us as a volunteer in the last year or so or have seen FPC staff working in the park, chances are you have met, Ahmed. Ahmed is from Portland and understands how important access and community are to the protection of Forest Park. He joined the …
The Holman Wedge: A Collaborative Restoration Project
This last Winter, Forest Park Conservancy (FPC) worked alongside Portland Park and Recreation (PP&R) to identify vegetation restoration work to ensure the success of an area adjacent to the Upper Holman Lane Trail restoration project. This project began being called “The Holman Wedge” project and is an excellent example of …
Letter from the Director
For many of us, this year’s arrival of spring brings an increased feeling of renewal and hope. As we embark on a new year, it feels like many of the barriers that kept us apart due to the pandemic might actually begin to fade. The anticipation of seeing family, friends, …