Your Donations at Work
Living in Oregon provides ample opportunities to be outside and enjoy all of the spectacular scenery the Pacific Northwest has to offer. But did you know that with its wide range of habitats, Oregon is a hotspot for bird watching? Bird watching, or birding, is an activity for all ages, …
Thank you to the volunteers, donors, and business partners who joined us to celebrate Earth Day 2021 yesterday. We are proud to share that we surpassed our fundraising goal and raised just over $12,080! Earth Day was just the beginning and the perfect start to a full season of stewardship …
On March 12, 2020, the Forest Park Conservancy (FPC) hosted a regular volunteer work party. In this event, volunteers helped staff sharpen all of the tools necessary to do their work all year round on Forest Park’s trails and habitat. Little did we know, that would be our last group …
We are excited to announce our partnership with Trailkeepers of Oregon (TKO) on an upcoming release of a workshop series focused on antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. These three-hour sessions will be designed for a volunteer/environmental stewardship audience. Participation in at least one workshop will be mandatory for volunteer leadership …
The Forest Park Conservancy is committed to creating a culture that is inclusive, safe and welcoming. We will continue to address barriers that many BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and low-income communities have to experiencing the mental, physical, spiritual and healing properties that nature and the outdoors provide. We openly acknowledge that many …
COVID-19 made my volunteering in Forest Park a challenge. Volunteer group trail activities were put on indefinite hold for the safety of the community. This is about how I found a way to still volunteer during a pandemic. I’m retired, and Forest Park became my hobby. I found I could …
We are thrilled to introduce you to our three interns, Nasir, Melissa, and Matt. If you see any of them in Forest Park this year, please make sure to stop and say hello! Nasir Osman Nasir grew up playing in these forests. As an adult, he comes back eager to …
Save the date! One month until Earth Day 🌎 Join Forest Park Conservancy and our Business Partners Trailhead Credit Union, Earthwell, Wildwood Candle Co., and Fit Life PDX in celebrating the 51st anniversary of Earth Day with Earth Day Oregon on April 22nd, 2021. We will be hosting two volunteer …
Be a champion to one of our 2021 Green Jobs Program Interns! You can help empower the next generation of diverse leaders by supporting young BIPOC Interns looking to begin their careers in the green economy. About the Green Jobs Training and Internship Program The Green Jobs Training and Internship …
Title: Seasonal Trails Crew Leader Work Schedule: 40 hours per week Classification: Seasonal, Non-Exempt Work Location: 2960 NW Upshur St, Portland, OR, 97210 Length of Employment: April 12th, 2021 to August 31st, 2021 THE ORGANIZATION Forest Park Conservancy (FPC) protects and fosters the …
