Favorites on Friday: Summer 2013 Grant Annoucement

We are pleased to announce the results of our Summer 2013 funding cycle. We have contributed $750,000 to the 19 organizations listed below. In 2013 we awarded a record $1.5 million in grants. Many great conservation opportunities lie ahead, and we're pleased to be able to support these important initiatives. Please check out the full summary…

American River Conservancy Announces Success

In August, 2013 the American River Conservancy completed the purchase of 1,059 acres of Cosumnes River canyon lands.  These purchased lands protect an additional 1.5 miles of river canyon from future residential development on the North and Main Forks of the Cosumnes River immediately east and west of Highway 49 in both El Dorado and…

Take Action Tuesday: Ask President Obama to designate the Boulder-White Clouds as a National Monument

The Boulder-White Clouds are Idaho at its best-stunning beauty, clear water and rich wildlife habitat. For decades, Idahoans have worked to conserve these mountains and strike a balance between protection, access and responsible use. That vision should move forward and our leaders in Washington, DC, should take note. It is imperative that this pristine land…

Favorites on Friday: Faces of the Thompson Divide

Last week, Conservation Alliance grantee, The Thompson Divide Coalition, launched a new website. It's called ‘Faces of the Thompson Divide' and is designed to capture the stories of the people behind our local effort to protect more than 220,000 acres of public lands in the White River and Gunnison National Forests. Check out the website…

Celebrating the 18th Annual Montrail Wasatch Wobble

We had a great turn out at the Wobble this year with nearly 200 participants!  The theme was Way2Cool, and nearly everyone was wearing the Way2Cool Sunglasses given to all who signed up, costumes were encouraged and there was some great creativity. A big thanks to everyone that participated and to Montrail for organizing and…

Nice Teamwork, Portland!

On Wednesday, August 21st, nearly two hundred member company representatives and friends came together to give back to the outdoors through their volunteer action.  At Wallace Park we welcomed friends from Yakima,  Icebreaker, Merrell, KEEN, REI, Nau, Horny Toad and BrandLive. Volunteer teams migrated to Forest Park to remove invasive species, construct and improve trails. A few miles away…

Take Action Tuesday: Protect the Lower John Day River

More than 10,000 people float the Lower John Day River each year from Clarno to Cottonwood, drawn by its exciting rapids, meandering bends and thriving fishery, which includes wild steelhead, salmon and bull trout. In addition, the Lower John Day River canyons provide habitat for an abundance of wildlife including mule deer, elk, big horn…