Northwest Permaculture Convergence
Now is the time for Permaculture to take root and grow!
Learn Regenerative Medicinal Herb Farming with Skeeter – Farm Day Volunteer Work Parties
Farm Day – Last Thursday each month. Volunteer at Friends of the Trees Botanicals Farm, Chimacum, WA. Bring gloves & lunch; herbal tea provided.
Forest Watch: NW Forests at Risk
Northwest forests are under threat, but community action is making a difference. From the 100-year-old tree win to over logging in Oregon, learn how you can help protect these irreplaceable forests.
100 Year old trees at Risk – a win
Win for 100 year old trees in Mason County – thanks to comments from Skokomish Tribal Council and community. Read the comments for inspiration.
Watching Our Federal Forests: Why Public Oversight Matters
Washington’s national forests face growing pressure from policy changes that could increase logging and weaken public oversight. Here’s what’s happening—and how the public can still influence the future of these forests.
Oregon Forest Destruction Plan Announced by BLM
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.
Willow Center Food Sovereignty Community Shareout
Around the Cascadia bioregion, grassroots groups like Songaia Co-Housing Community are advancing food sovereignty and resilience through food mutual aid and cooperative systems. Learn how they’re building networks across the Salish Sea and Cascadia. RSVP to join us Feb 28.
Tilth Alliance Soil Water Stewards Training
Apply before March 3rd. The Soil and Water Stewardship program offers a comprehensive, eight-month training in regenerative food systems and environmental stewardship. Stewards apply what they learn through hands-on projects like building garden beds and compost systems, installing rainwater catchment and creating habitat for wildlife at community gardens, schools and parks in King County.