News & Updates
Judge blocks rezone on White Salmon River
June 10, the Columbian - A Clark County Superior Court judge has blocked the rezoning of more than 1,000 acres of land along the White Salmon River, handing a victory to environmental groups who had ...
PRESS RELEASE: BNSF Railways, coal shippers sued in federal court for water contamination violations
Seattle, June 5 - Today, the Sierra Club, Friends of the Columbia Gorge, and its partners filed suit against Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Company (BNSF) and several coal companies for ...
Oregon regulators issue first draft permits for coal export from the Northwest
May 31, the Oregonian - Oregon regulators Friday issued the first draft permits needed to allow coal export from the Northwest, giving an initial nod to Ambre Energy's plans to build an export ...
Kinder Morgan drops plans to build coal terminal at Port of St. Helens
May 8, the Oregonian - Terminal developer Kinder Morgan will not go forward with a proposal to export coal to Asia from the Port Westward industrial park on the Columbia River, a company spokesman ...
Hike of the Week
Celebrate summer solstice with an evening stroll to the elliptical bird blind at the Sandy River Delta, designed by famed architect Maya Lin. Courtney Yilk of the Confluence Project and Jeff Schuh, president of Friends of the Sandy River ...
What's Happening
Table for Friends at Portland Sunday Parkways
Sunday, June 23 - Share a taste of the Gorge's hiking trails and cycling routes with hundreds of bike-loving Portlanders. Join Friends as we hand out hiking information, talk about current issues ...
Table for Friends in Hood River
Friday, July 5 - Enjoy a relaxing evening in Hood River, listening to local musicians and spreading the word about Friends of the Columbia Gorge. Join us as we hand out hiking information, talk ...
Table for Friends at our Summer Picnic!
Sunday, July 21 - Friends' annual summer picnic is one of our most popular events! Join the fun this year at the Mt. Pleasant landtrust property while also lending a hand to help make it a success! ...
Friends' Picnic In Paradise
Sunday, July 21 - Our annual summer picnic in the Gorge will feature two live bands, a delicious potluck, and socializing with other Gorge enthusiasts.
