Foundation News

Our 25th anniversary year has been one for the history books. Through the pandemic and record-breaking wildfires, this year has been a memorable one…and challenging.

Here are a few examples of what we are working on now:

We have set a goal of raising enough funds to plant at least ONE MILLION trees, to ensure that in the future, and for future generations, these burned areas will once again be lush and green!

Link to a recording of a webinar about camping opportunities in Oregon this summer.

Link to a recording of a call-in show about the opportunities and challenges of replanting trees burned by wildfire.

Cottonwood Canyon Experience Center wins one of four Honor Awards from the AIA Seattle Chapter

Wapato Access Greenway State Park is home to many species of birds and mammals, however several invasive plants have taken over areas of the park — including the invasive Himalayan blackberry. A local group of volunteers called the Wapato Weed Warriors have been stewarding the park for years.

The Oregon Parks & Recreation Commission today accepted a donation from Oregon Parks Forever to construct hike-bike pods at three additional state parks along the Oregon Coast.

On May 15th, Oregon Parks Forever celebrated our 25th anniversary. On the occasion of this special anniversary, we would like to recognize the impact that Brian Booth and the Founding Trustees have had by creating a non-profit to raise money to support our parks.

COVID caused a huge reduction in staffing across Federal & State parks & forests in Oregon, followed by very large increases in park visitation as people were taking vacations locally.