West Cascades

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Rivers flow west from iconic Cascade peaks

The West Cascades are home to powerful, wild rivers that provide wildlife habitat, drinking water, and world-class recreation. Thriving, lush forests support wildlife and forestry.

Our focus watersheds include the East Fork Lewis River, the Washougal River, the Wind River, and the Sandy River.

Regional priorities

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    Ensure large swaths of both public and privately owned forestland are intact and functional, connecting habitat for migratory species.

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    Halt the net loss of older forests and increase the number of forested acres managed toward old-growth forest habitat.

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    Protect important rivers for salmon and steelhead habitat by removing barriers to migration, improving river conditions, and restoring floodplains.

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    Cultivate local and regional public support for conserving working forestland by demonstrating their economic and recreational value.

Key projects in this region