Oregon Parks Forever

We are thrilled to announce the launch of The Heart of Oregon campaign - the Oregon Employees Charitable Fund Drive for 2024. Beginning TODAY, this 12-week initiative is state and university employees' opportunity in supporting over 925 nonprofits across Oregon and help achieve their ambitious goal of raising $800,000.

Thinking about foraging and baking this weekend? Go for it.

Eating blackberries is a win for you — and the environment The normal rules of foraging, which call for taking no more than 20–30% of what's available, don't apply to Himalayan blackberries, a notorious, prolific spreader that suffocates native plants.