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	Bark is a grass roots organization based in Northwest Oregon that works to preserve the forests, waters and wildlife of Mt. Hood National Forest and surrounding regions.		Friends of the Historic Columbia River Highway supports the restoration and of the historic highway through the Columbia River Gorge.
	Friends of the Columbia Gorge is dedicated to protecting the scenic, natural, cultural and recreational resources within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.		Mt. Hood Cultural Center and Museum protects, stabilizes and showcases all aspects of the history of Mt. Hood to promote an understanding about our shared history and the challenges of our future.
	Cooper Spur Wild & Free Coalition is an affiliation of recreation, environmental, and citizen organizations working to preserve and protect the northeast side of Mt. Hood.		The Nature Conservancy mission is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represents the diversity of live on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.
	Crag Rats is the oldest mountain search and rescue organization in the United States, and maintain the historic Cloud Cap Inn.		Oregon Wild - works to protect and restore Oregon’s wildlands, wildlife and waters as an enduring legacy for all Oregonians.
	Pacific Crest Trail Association protects, preserves and promotes the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail as an internationally significant resource.		Friends of Timberline is dedicated to the preservation and documentation of the artifacts, furnishings, historical significance, and immediate environs of Timberline Lodge.
	Trailkeepers of Oregon works for the protection and enhancement of the Oregon hiking experience through advocacy, stewardship, education and outreach.		Friends of Vista House maintain the historic Vista House and offer visitor services, including exhibits and displays relating to the building, the highway and area.
	Friends of Multnomah Falls are dedicated to preserving and enhancing the unique natural, scenic and historic qualities of Multnomah Falls while providing a memorable experience for visitors.		Trust for Public Land conserves land for people to enjoy as parks, historic sites, rural lands and other natural places, ensuring livable communities for generations to come.
	Portland Hikers is a non-profit community of hikers and outdoor lovers coming together to share experiences and encourage each others' first step to their next adventure.		Portland Hikers Field Guide is a non-profit hiking guide written by and for hikers in the Portland-Vancouver area, and covers most of Oregon and Southwest Washington.
	National Parks Conservation Association is the nation's premier advocacy group for our national parks, monuments and preserves, and publish a quarterly magazine devoted to national park issues.		Northwest Forest Conservancy is a Clackamas County-based organization focused on several conservation and historic preservations projects in the Mount Hood area.
	SOLV is Oregon's largest volunteer organization, best known for its annual beach cleanup effort. SOLV organizes hundreds of cleanup projects across the state each year.		1000 Friends of Oregon is the state's leading land use watchdog. Like SOLV, the Friends were founded by former Governor Tom McCall to help preserve Oregon's unspoiled character.

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