Cascade Forest Conservancy

Cascade Forest Conservancy We protect and sustain forests, streams, wildlife, and communities in the heart of the Cascades through conservation, education, and advocacy.

The Cascade Forest Conservancy represents a collection of passionate, engaged, and skilled environmental advocates actively working to protect the Gifford Pinchot National Forest since 1985. Following in the footsteps of Gifford Pinchot, the first Chief of the United States Forest Service and a committed conservationist, the GPTF works to conserve and restore one of the nation's largest national f

orests. The CFC maintains a number of key values in our stewardship of the 1.32 million acres of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest:

Values and Guiding Principles
We value thriving biological diversity, which supports the high quality of life in the Pacific Northwest. It is embodied by abundant native fish and wildlife populations, fully functioning forest ecosystems, clean water, and inspiring outdoor experiences. We support applying the best available science to managing forests and watersheds. We work toward a forest ecosystem that is sustainable and resilient to the effects of climate
change. We believe in connecting people to nature by engaging them in conservation science
and policymaking, and introducing them to the unique and beautiful places of the
Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Collaboration with local community members, government, and others is our preferred
approach to addressing conservation issues. We have a responsibility to use the financial resources entrusted to us efficiently and
carefully as we work to protect our natural resources. Vision

Our vision is one of a forest where wild places remain to capture our imaginations and allow
native wildlife to thrive. Pristine mountain streams rush through this healthy forest, supporting people and native fish populations. The heart of this place, the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, is biologically diverse and resilient in the face of climate change; its resources are sustainable, supporting local communities and recreation. We are stewards of this landscape, working to safeguard the beauty and wonders of Washington’s South Cascades for our children and future generations. For more information on our mission, goals, and work, please visit www.cascadeforest.org

The Gifford Pinchot National Forest contains more than 200,000 acres of protected Inventoried Roadless Areas.Thanks to t...
06/17/2026

The Gifford Pinchot National Forest contains more than 200,000 acres of protected Inventoried Roadless Areas.

Thanks to the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, these places retain much of their wild character due to protection from mining, logging, and most new road building. They are rare havens for wildlife species that require large areas of connected habitat or those that go miles out of their way to avoid even the most seldom-used forest road.

These shots were captured in some of the GPNF's Roadless Areas during a study focused on reintroduced fishers.

06/10/2026

URGENT: Our Public Lands are under attack again!

Senator Lee's amendment to a wildfire bill (S. 140) to nullify the Roadless Rule is scheduled for a vote tomorrow, Wednesday June 10!

DON'T ALLOW LAWMAKERS TO BYPASS LISTENING TO PUBLIC INPUT ABOUT OUR PUBLIC LANDS.

Here's how you can help:

Contact your Senators by calling the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and ask to be transferred to the Senate office.

If you live in Washington, thank your Senators for their opposing this amendment.

Scripts:

* For Senators on Committee (see below), "My name is _____ and I'm calling from _____. I am calling to ask the Senator to vote no on any amendments to the Wildfire Prevention Act that would nullfy the 2001 Roadless Rule. Repealing the roadless rule will not help fight wildfire"

* For Republican Senators not on Committee, "My name is _____ and I'm calling from _____. I am calling to ask the Senator to ask Senator Lee to withdrawn his amendment to the Wildfire Prevention Act that would nullfy the 2001 Roadless Rule. Repealing the roadless rule will not help fight wildfire"

* For Dem Senators not on Committee, "My name is _____ and I'm calling from _____. I am calling to ask the Senator no on any bill that would nullfy the 2001 Roadless Rule. Repealing the roadless rule will not help fight wildfire"

Senate Energy Natural Resources Committee Members:

Mike Lee, UT
Martin Heinrich, NM
John Barrasso, WY
James E. Risch, ID
Steve Daines, MT
Tom Cotton, AR
David H. McCormick, PN
Jim Justice, WV
Bill Cassidy, LA
Cindy Hyde-Smith, MS
Lisa Murkowski, AK
John Hoeven, ND
Ron Wyden, OR
Maria Cantwell, WA
Mazie K. Hirono, HI
Angus S. King, Jr., ME
Catherine Cortez Masto, NE
John Hickenlooper, CO
Alex Padilla, CA
Ruben Gallego, AZ

06/10/2026

URGENT: Our Public Lands are under attack again!

Senator Lee's amendment to a wildfire bill (S. 140) to nullify the Roadless Rule is scheuled for a vote tomorrow, Wednesday June 10!

DON'T ALLOW LAWMAKERS TO BYPASS LISTENING TO PUBLIC INPUT ABOUT OUR PUBLIC LANDS.

Here's how you can help:

Contact your Senators by calling the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and ask to be transferred to the Senate office.

If you live in Washington, thank your Senators for their opposing this amendment.

Scripts:

* For Senators on Commiitee (see below), "My name is _____ and I'm calling from _____. I am calling to ask the Senator to vote no on any amendments to the Wildfire Prevention Act that would nullfy the 2001 Roadless Rule. Repealing the roadless rule will not help fight wildfire"

* For Republiclan Senators not on Committee, "My name is _____ and I'm calling from _____. I am calling to ask the Senator to ask Senator Lee to withdrawn his amendment to the Wildfire Prevention Act that would nullfy the 2001 Roadless Rule. Repealing the roadless rule will not help fight wildfire"

* For Dem Senators not on Committee, "My name is _____ and I'm calling from _____. I am calling to ask the Senator no on any bill that would nullfy the 2001 Roadless Rule. Repealing the roadless rule will not help fight wildfire"

Senate Energy Natural Resources Committe Members:

Mike Lee, UT
Martin Heinrich, NM
John Barrasso, WY
James E. Risch, ID
Steve Daines, MT
Tom Cotton, AR
David H. McCormick, PN
Jim Justice, WV
Bill Cassidy, LA
Cindy Hyde-Smith, MS
Lisa Murkowski, AK
John Hoeven, ND
Ron Wyden, OR
Maria Cantwell, WA
Mazie K. Hirono, HI
Angus S. King, Jr., ME
Catherine Cortez Masto, NE
John Hickenlooper, CO
Alex Padilla, CA
Ruben Gallego, AZ

06/06/2026

On Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14 we will be surveying for Pacific lamprey at Salmon Creek near Toutle, WA.

We want to learn more about the distribution of larval lamprey in Salmon Creek before we continue the instream restoration work we began last year. We will be doing back-to-back day trips instead of camping so you are welcome to join us for just one day.

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/salmon-creek-lamprey?c=socials

Don’t miss the Understory NW Film Fest this Thursday!🍿WHAT: A special night featuring inspiring films, all to support cr...
05/27/2026

Don’t miss the Understory NW Film Fest this Thursday!

🍿WHAT: A special night featuring inspiring films, all to support critical ongoing conservation work in the Cascades.

🗓️ WHEN: This Thursday at 6:30 pm (doors at 5:30 pm)

📍WHERE: This historic Kiggins Theatre in downtown Vancouver, WA.

🎞️ FEATURING:

📣 Speaking Eep!: follows scientists working to decode the iconic “eeps” of pika language. .film

🎬 The Lost Fish: follows Tribal biologists and stewards fighting to save the ancient Pacific lamprey.

🌲Living Legacies: tells the tale of the struggle to preserve the last stands of native forests on State lands in Washington.

🛶The Grand Salmon: follows three women on a 1,000 mile, 78-day paddling expedition exploring the effects of dams on wild salmon populations.

Special thanks to this year’s sponsors, Lichen Land & water, and .teahouse

Get your tickets at the link in our bio.

The Understory NW Film Festival arrives in one week! Come see films celebrating our connections to the natural world whi...
05/21/2026

The Understory NW Film Festival arrives in one week! Come see films celebrating our connections to the natural world while supporting Cascade Forest Conservancy's work protecting and restoring ecosystems in the heart of the Cascades.

Get your tickets at https://www.kigginstheatre.com/movie/2026-understory-nw-film-fest

46 years ago today, the eruption of Mount St. Helens rocked southwest Washington and transformed our region. The 1980 er...
05/19/2026

46 years ago today, the eruption of Mount St. Helens rocked southwest Washington and transformed our region. The 1980 eruption caused the largest terrestrial landslide in recorded history and reduced the mountain’s height by more than 1300 feet!

The blast blocked out the sky, flattened and scorched 230 square miles of forest, changed the course of rivers, and blanketed communities in falling ash.

Visiting Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument today, you can see firsthand the incredible power of Cascadian volcanos, as well as the stubborn resilience of life as ecosystems bounce back in the shadow of the Cascade’s most active volcano.

05/14/2026

Early bird pricing ends at midnight! Come get inspired and support local conservation at the UNDERSTORY NW FILM FEST: comming to The Kiggins Theatre for one night only, Thursday, May 28th at 6:30.

Learn more and get tickets at www.cascadeforest.org/understory

Address

2200 Broadway Street Suite L
East Portland, OR
98663

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15032220055

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