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Information for press and media.
For over three decades, Oregon Wild has worked to inform and involve the public in the important conservation issues facing our state. America's wildlands, wildlife, and waters belong to all of us, and we believe that the best way to ensure these precious resources are managed responsibly is to keep the public informed.
Click here to learn more about our organization, or explore our Oregon Wild newsletter archive to find out more about our work.
Press Contacts
- Sean Stevens
- Communications Assistant. Contact Sean for general media inquiries.
- Steve Pedery
- Conservation Director. Contact Steve with specific questions about Oregon Wild's conservation programs.
Recent Press Releases
- Conservation Group Files Mining Claim, Highlights Outdated Federal Mining Law Aug 10, 2010
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Effort shows 1872 Mining Law in desperate need of reformOregon Wild files a mining claim along the Illinois River, highlighting the lax restrictions on the procedure and demonstrating the need to reform the outdated 1872 Mining Law.
- Oregon Wild, Gov. Kulongoski Help Launch First Annual “Roadless Recreation Week” Aug 06, 2010
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Outdoor activities start Saturday in Oregon national forests and across the countryEffort aimed at connecting the public to outdoor recreation playgrounds in federally protected roadless areas.
- Federal Court Reinstates Federal Wolf Protections Aug 06, 2010
- Northern Rockies gray wolves win back their endangered status under the Endangered Species Act as result of a federal lawsuit filed by Oregon Wild and 12 other conservation partners.
- Faith Leaders Stand Up for Mining Reform, River Protections in Southwest Oregon Aug 03, 2010
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Over 150 sign on to letter urging protections for the Siskiyou Wild RiversSigners say protecting rivers and wildlands from mining necessary to protect God's creation.
Recent Press Clips
- Study first, mine later Aug 27, 2010
- Until the effects of dredging are better understood, the state should call a halt
- Mount Hood National Forest restricts off-road vehicles to four areas Aug 27, 2010
- Move comes as part of national overhaul of "travel management plans" for public forests.
- Mt. Hood National Forest cuts off-road riding Aug 27, 2010
- Travel management plan sets the rules of the road for off highway vehicle use in the popular recreation area.
- EDITORIAL: Oregon must protect rivers from dredges Aug 26, 2010
- Lawmakers should ban suction dredging temporarily