BLM’s new plan threatens 2.4+ million acres of Oregon forests, putting mature and old-growth areas at risk. Draft Environmental Impact Statement comments are due June 12, with a final decision expected November 6, 2026. Take action now to protect stream buffers, reduce carbon emissions, and support local forest defense networks.
Building Our Future Through Collaborative Governance
NWPCC is entering a season of renewal. Discover how working circles, participatory governance, and collaborative projects can strengthen Cascadia’s permaculture networks — and see what’s coming next, including ways to connect at the May Global Earth Repair gathering.
Maple Tapping – A Year of Foraging across the Pacific Northwest
Join a year-long foraging adventure in Oregon! One class per month, March–February, exploring forests, coasts, and seasonal plants. Learn hands-on skills, ethical harvesting, plant medicine, and maple tapping while connecting with a like-minded community. Registration closes Feb 27!
Legacy Forest At Risk – Salt Creek and Freshwater Bay
A logging proposal by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources could impact legacy forest next to the beloved Salt Creek Recreation Area. Local residents are being urged to speak up and help protect this rare and valuable ecosystem.
Global Earth Repair Benefit Dance Reggae World Music
March 6, 2026 (6–9pm) World Music Dance to benefit Global Earth Repair. $10 donation. At Finnriver Farm & Cidery, 124 Center Rd, Chimacum, WA. Convergence at Fort Worden, Port Townsend in May 2026.
Preparing for Peaceful Action
Preparation makes peaceful action possible. After a strong Feb 10 de-escalation training, we’re building our Peacekeeper team. Join the next Non-Violence & De-Escalation class March 7 (Shelton) and help us prepare for NO KINGS III on March 28. Train now so our actions stay safe and strong.
Friends of the Trees Botanical Spring Plant & Tree Sale
The Spring Plant & Tree Sale is open for pre-orders! Shop a diverse selection of perennial herbs, crowns, rhizomes, trees, and shrubs—perfect for faster results than seed. Join us March 21 at Finnriver Cidery or April 11 at Methow Valley Farmers Market. Pre-order by March 16. Limited stock! 🌱
Regenerate Cascadia Landscape Hub Cultivator Pilot
Regenerate Cascadia’s first Landscape Showcase gathered over 200 participants each day, with nearly 1,000 registrations. Ten Landscapes shared their 2026 focus, advancing bioregional coordination, trust-building, and regenerative finance across Cascadia. Recordings and a feedback form are now available, plus an invitation to the 2026 Bioregional Learning Journey starting March 17.
A Permaculture Garden of People Care (poem)
"A Permaculture Garden" When storms of anger shook the townMark and Susan called the circle roundNot with shouts, but with open handsThey turned the soil, they healed the lands Together sowing more than seedsThey planted trust to meet all needsRoots of care, of...








