Oregon Parks Forever's mission is to support programs and projects that enhance the experience and increase opportunities for everyone to use Oregon’s parks and natural spaces.
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Oregon's National Forests through the trees
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Strawberry Mountains at Malheur National Forest Photo: US Forest Service
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(Article corrected 4/7/24) April in Oregon is Arbor Month when towns across the state celebrate their trees. We thought we would visit some of 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:
1. Deschutes National Forest
2. Willamette National Forest
3. Umpqua National Forest
4. Mount Hood National Forest
5. Siuslaw National Forest
6. Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest
7. Wallowa-Whitman National Forest
8. Fremont-Winema National Forest
9. Malheur National Forest
10. Ochoco National Forest
11. Umatilla National Forest
Whether you’re seeking serene hikes through old-growth forests, exhilarating adventures atop rugged peaks, or peaceful moments by cascading waterfalls, Oregon’s national forests offer something for every nature enthusiast.
Oregon’s forests play a crucial role in mitigating the impacts of climate change by sequestering carbon, regulating water flow, and providing habitat for wildlife. As climate change intensifies, the resilience of Oregon’s forests will become increasingly important for the health and well-being of both humans and ecosystems. Overall, Oregon’s forests are a unique and precious resource that contribute to the state’s identity, economy, and ecological health. Protecting and preserving these forests for future generations is essential to ensuring their continued beauty and biodiversity.
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Invitation to the opening of Timber Park TRACK Trail |
You are invited for the ribbon cutting of our latest Track Trails in Timber Park in Estacada on April 20 at 10 am.
TRACKTrails are a type of environmental treasure hunt for young children and their families to get unplugged and active outdoors, offering a series of self-guided activities that turn an ordinary hike into a fun-filled, discovery-packed adventure.
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NW Natural's Get "Smart Energy" |
Let's work together to address climate change. When you enroll in the Smart Energy program, you join over 92,000 NW Natural customers who are addressing the carbon emissions from their natural gas use.
For the past 13 years, Northwest Natural has encouraged customers to sign up for their Smart Energy program during their Spring membership promotion. Customers enrolled in Smart Energy have their carbon footprint addressed through a mix of carbon offsets and renewable natural gas projects. To date, Smart Energy has purchased carbon offsets from 19 projects across the Oregon, Washington, Idaho, California, Utah, Alaska and British Columbia. Some of these projects use captured methane, a greenhouse gas, as a renewable energy source. They will make a $10 donation to Oregon Parks Forever for each new member who signs up during this period. Learn more here.
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Oregon Parks Forever is member-supported. Please take a moment to make a gift of any amount. By improving parks and creating innovative programs, we all will have more enjoyable and meaningful experiences in the great outdoors.
We are offering a new game hot off the presses with a membership: Oregon Adventure Bucket List with a $125 membership. It's 50 cards with 50 scratch off bucket list adventures around the state of Oregon. Pick a city that you want to explore. Great fun for new graduates, vacationers, moms and dads.
A $75 Let's Go Membership includes the Oregon Map Tote bag and Oregon Coast photo book by Rick Shaffer (he shoots our calendar).
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Speaking of trees, the Run for Trees deadline is approaching, so register today to receive your tee shirt and swag. It's virtual so register online, run anytime, and anyplace in April between Earth Day, April 22-26.
While April 1st was the deadline to guarantee receiving your race swag in the mail, before Earth Day registration is still open, and if you register by April 15 you will still get the cool swag. Registration is just $36 and includes a "Happy Little Swag" bundle: Keepsake "Happy Little T-shirt." Commemorative racing bib, and Finisher's medal. Here's the best part: $10 from your Happy Little Trees 5K registration will go directly to Oregon Parks Forever to plant 10 trees. We are funding the replanting of forests and parks affected by Oregon’s wildfires, drought, heat domes, and insects. 🌲🌲🌲🌲
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Oregon Parks Forever is member-supported. Please take a moment to make a gift of any amount. By improving parks and creating innovative programs, we all will have more enjoyable and meaningful experiences in the great outdoors.
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Oregon Parks Forever is a statewide, member-supported nonprofit dedicated to raising funds to enhance and preserve special places and experiences in Oregon's parks and forests.
www.orparksforever.org
We do not own or manage any public lands. We raise funds for programs and projects to enhance the experience of using federal, state, local, and tribal parks. Comments regarding individual parks or park issues should be directed to the respective public land manager.
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