Foundation News
Treasures near Astoria – Exploring the rich history at Fort Stevens
When you visit Astoria, after a lunch at Fort George Brewery, be sure to visit another fort, Fort Stevens State Park. The park’s visitor center and museum interpret the site’s long history.
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:
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.
What is 1% For the Planet?
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.
Morgan Lake and MERA To Open TRACK Trails Community invited to August 8 Grand Opening
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.
Invitation to Ribbon Cutting TRACK Trails in Timber Park
A Ribbon Cutting to open the new Timber Park Trail will be on April, Saturday, April 20th, from 10 a.m. to noon. We’ll have remarks and a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m. It’s going to be fun! If you’re interested in attending or helping spread the word,