Archer Creek/Good Bear - Friends of the Forest Day • Nov 1, 2008
Friends says farewell to visionary leader
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For nearly three decades, Nancy Russell was the driving force of Friends of the Columbia Gorge. She led the efforts to create the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area in 1986 and was later instrumental in ensuring the public purchase of over 38,000 acres of land and personally purchasing over 30 properties to protect them from development. Her legacy to Gorge landscapes is incalculable.
To make a gift in memory of Nancy Russell, click here.
To see a video tribute to Nancy, view our 25th anniversary video on You Tube.
Fall Hikes are here. Register online!
Registration for all events can now be done online, making these exciting outdoor programs more accessible than ever. To register, go to www.gorgefriends.org/hikes and click on the 'current schedule' link. We look forward to seeing you on the trail!
Gorge Commission’s destination resort rules are appealed
The Gorge Commission's decision to authorize resort development is challenged by Gorge residents, businesses, conservation groups, and former Congressman Jim Weaver, who introduced the bill that created the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Read our press release...
Campaign for Cape Horn nears goal
The Campaign for Cape Horn is nearing its $4 million goal. With $3.6 million raised to date, Friends continues to work with major donors interested in supporting the purchase of two privately owned parcels on the top of Cape Horn.
With these two parcels in public ownership, Cape Horn is poised for development of a large public park, eight mile loop trail and views that are unequalled anywhere in the Gorge. For details on the Campaign and how to contribute click here.
Friends of Gorge dismantle milion dollar house- KGW 8
Home's removal will restore a gorge-ous view - The Columbian
Trophy House Removed to Create Columbia Gorge Viewpoint- OPB News
The Oregonian Highlights the Need for Leaders on the Gorge Commission
Urban Sprawl in the Gorge? Help protect the scenic beauty of the Gorge by containing urban growth. Read more...
Comment period ends for Gorge Casino: more than 9,000 individuals voice opposition.
The Environmental Impact Statement for a proposed Gorge casino drew thousands of public comments saying "NO" to locating Oregon's first off-reservation casino in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge.
What's next? Federal officials will review all public comments and publish a final Environmental Impact Statement by late fall or early winter.
Study Links PGE’s Boardman Coal Plant to 50% of Columbia Gorge Air Pollution
A scientific study from University of Washington air quality expert Dr. Dan Jaffe has found that Portland General Electric’s Boardman coal-fired power plant is responsible for up to 50% of the air pollution in the Columbia Gorge during times when air quality in the Gorge is at its worst.
This important study highlights why it is critical for PGE to install modern pollution control technologies. Read our press release.
Businesses Support Scenic Area
More and more Gorge business recognize the value of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area to the support the economies and way of life of Gorge communities. The Gorge businesses linked below support the National Scenic Area. We encourage you to support them.
Click here to view a list of businesses.
New Tax Incentive for IRA Gifts
If you are age 70 1/2 or older, new legislation now allows you to make cash gifts up to $100,000 a year from your IRA or Roth IRA to qualified charities without incurring income tax on the withdrawal. Read about this tax incentive at New Tax Incentive for IRA Gifts
TOP NEWS STORIES OF THE WEEK:
Interview: Terry Toedtemeier on "Wild Beauty" at the Portland Art Museum
(10/02/2008) Oregonian
For scientist, gorge lichens are canaries in the coal mine
(10/06/2008) Vancouver Columbian
Big Look meeting draws big crowd, big responses
(10/04/08) Hood River News
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