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We are happy to announce that all natural areas and trails have been reopened to the public! On September 10, 2020, the Mayor’s office, with the support of Parks Commissioner Amanda Fritz and Fire Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty, issued and then extended an emergency declaration that closed several natural areas …
The risk of wildfire in the Portland Metro region has been particularly heightened with recent weather conditions. As conditions progress, please stay connected with state and local authorities on regulations, risks, and how to stay safe. Below are some efforts the Forest Park Conservancy has participated in related to wildfire …
On Thursday (9/10/20), Portland Fire and Rescue responded to an active fire off of Leif Erikson and Germantown that has since been contained. Mayor Ted Wheeler announced last evening that all Portland parks and natural areas are CLOSED to the public, effective immediately. This State of Emergency closure includes Forest Park. The …
Please join us in welcoming Wendy Palafox-Arceo to the Forest Park Conservancy team! Wendy is an intern who is a part of PGE’s Project Zero which works to empower young adults and students to create cleaner, greener, and more equitable communities through workforce opportunities in the green jobs sector. We …
With just a few days left of brushing work, our field staff and interns are moving on to a Wildwood improvement project by the end of the month! Primarily focused between Chestnut Trail and Firelane 2, some trail armoring, grade improvements, and rock edging in this section were completed in 2018, but …
Portland Parks & Recreation has developed a one-way trail loop pilot in Forest Park. These loops are intended to reduce the chance of visitor interactions and slow the spread of COVID-19 by creating a one-way flow of traffic. Visitors will find new maps and signs along each route. We know that changing routes …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
