Flower Power in the Gorge
After the long winter rainy months indoors, its time to get outside, and we all know that those rain showers bring spring flowers. A hike among the rugged terrain of the Columbia Gorge,
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Let’s go play in the snow: Sno-parks
With snow in the forecast, make a plan to enjoy it. Oregon is a winter paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering countless opportunities to enjoy the snowy season. Among the best ways to explore the state’s pristine winter landscapes is snowshoeing, an activity that combines fitness, adventure, and breathtaking scenery. Oregon’s Sno-Parks make it easy to access some of the best trails for snowshoeing.
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National Forests of Oregon
April in Oregon is Arbor Month when towns across the state celebrate their trees. We thought we would visit Oregon’s National Forests – and the species they protect. Welcome to Oregon, home to some of the most breathtaking national forests in the United States. There are 11 National Forests in the state:
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Holding down the fort for a sustainable way of life
Oregon Parks Forever has recently become an environmental partner at 1% For the Planet. We were nominated by Fort George Brewery, a business member of 1%. Read more about their sustainability and community work here.
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2025 Year of Accomplishments
For the past 30 years, Oregon Parks Forever has been committed to enhancing and preserving the special places that make Oregon so extraordinary. Thanks to generous supporters like you, we’ve been able to fund educational programs, improve park infrastructure, support wildfire recovery efforts, and expand access to outdoor experiences across our state.
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Matching Fund for #GivingTuesday
Dec 2, 2025 is #GivingTuesday, the annual global day of generosity, to support the causes that you care about. Today your gift, of any amount, when combined with this donor’s generosity, amplifies your power to improve experiences in our parks and forests for everyone to enjoy.
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Matching Fund for #GivingTuesday
Dec 2, 2025 is #GivingTuesday, the annual global day of generosity, to support the causes that you care about. Today your gift, of any amount, when combined with this donor’s generosity, amplifies your power to improve experiences in our parks and forests for everyone to enjoy.
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What is Disc Golf: New course installed at Metzler Park
We are pleased to announce the opening of a new Disc Golf Course with TRACK Trails accompaniment at Metzler Park, OR.
The new Metzler Park Nature Trail Disc Golf Course utilizes a mixture of open and wooded fairways that will challenge both beginner and expert level disc golfers.
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Kid-and-family friendly TRACK Trails openings in June 2025
“We are very excited to add to the growing network of TRACK Trail locations in Oregon,” said Seth Miller, executive director of Oregon Parks Forever. “Our mission is to enhance the experience and accessibility of Oregon’s Parks and forests, and this is an important project for us. We hope these trails will allow young kids and their families to get unplugged and active outdoors, and inspire them to become stewards of our public lands.”
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Kid-and-family friendly TRACK Trails opening in Northeastern Oregon
Union County Parks and Recreation, the City of La Grande Parks & Recreation Department, Oregon Parks Forever and the Kids in Parks program invite local children, families and community members to celebrate the grand opening of TRACK Trails at Morgan Lake and the Mount Emily Recreation Area.
The partners will host a ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday, August 8th at 10 a.m. at the Morgan Lake trailhead and at 2:00 p.m. at the Mount Emily Recreation Area – Red Apple Trail trailhead.
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