The Intertwine Alliance Partners

The Intertwine has united a broad coalition of public agencies, private businesses and nonprofits to celebrate, protect and improve the region's network of outdoor places and trails. As partners in The Intertwine Alliance, we check our jurisdictional and geographic boundaries at the door to work side-by-side toward a common mission. By joining forces, we boost our effectiveness to increase investment in our parks and to expand conservation efforts.

We cannot do this without you

You can help by supporting the work of The Intertwine Alliance Partners listed below.

Stewardship Focused Partners

Bringing people in the Portland-Vancouver metro area together to plant and care for trees and green spaces - PLANT A TREE, CREATE AN URBAN FOREST

Fostering action to protect, enhance, restore and revitalize the 60 miles of waterways, wetlands, and slow moving channels that make up the Columbia Slough - PADDLE THE SLOUGH

 

 

 

Inspiring and facilitating community investment in the Johnson Creek Watershed for the protection and enhancment of its natural resources - INVEST, RESTORE, INSPIRE 

Conserving and enhancing the natural resources and promoting educational, interpretive and recreational programs of Tryon Creek State Natural Area – BEFRIEND THE FOREST

Oregon - Own It. Love It. Solve It. Bringing Oregonians together to improve the environment and build a legacy of stewardship – JOIN THE SOLVE SOLUTION

 

Bringing together a diverse group of cyclists, dedicated to creating, enhancing and protecting natural surface trails in NW Oregon and SW Washington - RIDE SOME SINGLE TRACK

Supporting walking and biking in southwest Portland - GO FOR A GROUP HIKE

 

Bringing together and engaging the community to rejuvenate Vancouver's natural spaces and urban places - JOIN THE DRAGONFLY PATROL

Working to protect and restore Oregon’s Tualatin River System - PROTECT, RESTORE, ENJOY, EDUCATE, LEAD

Conservation & Education Focused Partners

Providing clean water and healthy rivers and streams through innovative wastewater/stormwater services, flood management, water quality and stream enhancement projects, fish habitat protection and more – BE A CLEAN WATER HERO

Working to permanently conserve, restore, and manage signature landscapes, vital habitats, and working farms and forests of the Columbia River region - EXPLORE PROTECTED HABITATS

 Promoting the understanding, enjoyment, and protection of native birds, other wildlife, and their habitats; focusing on our local community and the Pacific Northwest; inspiring people to love & protect nature since 1902 – LEARN TO BIRD(watch)

 Maintaining, preserving, protecting and improving the City of Portland's Forest Park – DISCOVER THE FOREST

 Raising awareness of the diverse ecological, transportation, and recreational values provided by the Willamette and Columbia Rivers as they flow through Portland – LIVE THE RIVER

Working to protect and restore the nationally significant lower Columbia River estuary with on-the-ground improvements, education and information programs – LEARN ABOUT WETLAND HABITATS

An all-volunteer conservation group dedicated to preserving the water quality of the Molalla and sustaining the wildlife, fish and plants that inhabit its watershed – TAKE A FIELD TRIP

Providing residents with clean river programs including water quality protection, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, watershed restoration and sewer installation - FIND OUT ABOUT GREEN STREETS

 Conserving land for everyone to enjoy as parks, gardens, and other natural places as the nation's leader in creating city parks and raising money for local conservation – FIND PLACES THAT HAVE BEEN PRESERVED

Ensuring that parks, regional trail systems, greenways and greenspaces are integrated with the built environment in the Portland-Vancouver metropolitan region; and promoting urban greenspace efforts nationally and internationally – LEARN ABOUT ECOSYSTEM SERVICES

Working to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of all – EXPLORE HABITATS AROUND THE REGION

Opening roads and minds to cycling, working to promote bicycle use and to improve bicycling conditions throughout the state of Oregon – GET RIDING

 Committed to preserving the Outdoor School experience for all students regardless of a student's ability, experience, income or background – FOSTERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDS

Educating youth about food, farming, and the land - VISIT THE SAUVIE ISLAND CENTER

Promoting the transformation of over-paved places; engaging & inspiring communities to reconnect urban landscapes to nature through the reduction of pavement - FREE YOUR SOIL!

Helping residents of West Multnomah County improve the health of their land, forest, livestock and horses, wildlife, stream quality and landscapes - LEARN ABOUT OUR LAND MANAGEMENT WORKSHOPS

 

 

 

 

Providing educational programming to help keep watersheds clean, conserving water and maintaining healthy soil - ATTEND A NATURESCAPING WORKSHOP

 

Community Health Focused Partners

Working with the Southwest Washington community to maintain and improve quality of life, economic health, rural lands, sustainable farming practices and transportation options - BECOME A FRIEND OF CLARK COUNTY 

Promoting healthy communities and active lifestyles - THRIVE 

The oldest naturopathic medical college in North America; educating and training physicians, practitioners and pre-professionals in the art, science and research of natural medicine

Working with communities, businesses and residents as the elected regional government to make the Portland metropolitan area a great place to live, work and enjoy the outdoors - MAKING A GREAT PLACE

Providing public transportation in the Portland metropolitan area and working to preserve the things that make this region special, like our thriving urban centers, clean air, walkable neighborhoods and our spirit of sustainability - SEE WHERE IT TAKES YOU

Providing the highest value insurance and business services, distinguished by exceptional customer service - HEALTHCARE FROM YOUR HEAD TO YOUR TOES

Park System Partners

 Providing high-quality park and recreation facilities, programs, services and natural areas that meet the needs of the diverse communities it serves - HELP MAKE YOUR COMMUNITY A BETTER PLACE TO PLAY

Envisioning a trail system providing access to and along the Willamette River’s north riverfront from the Steel Bridge to Kelley Point Park - FROM THE ESPLANADE TO THE COLUMBIA

Recognized as a Tree City, USA for almost a decade, the community strives to maintain its natural beauty while accommodating new residents and businesses - GET INVOLVED IN YOUR COMMUNITY

Providing more than 600 acres of park land: active-oriented parks for sports, picnicking, and playing on playgrounds and passive-oriented parks for walking, biking, and watching wildlife - SUPPORT YOUR PARK SYSTEM

Provides recreation and sports opportunities and programs for residents of all ages - BE A PARKS & RECREATION HERO

Providing a variety of options for recreation with more than 300 acres of parks, greenways and natural areas; while protecting the area’s natural beauty and providing valuable wildlife habitat - GET INVOLVED

Engaging the community in support of Portland's parks and recognizing that government agencies alone are not able to guarantee us the vibrant network of parks and park programs that are our rich heritage - LEAVE A LEGACY

Providing care to more than 10,000 acres of parks and natural areas, and offering thousands of programs for all ages at community centers, swim pools and other recreation facilities - BECOME A COMMUNITY LEADER

Providing and protecting outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations - GET INVOLVED

 Striving to create recreation, leisure and cultural opportunities by providing high quality parks, facilities, programming and support services to people of all ages - GET INVOLVED

 The National Park Service’s Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program, RTCA, provides technical assistance to communities to conserve rivers, preserve open space, and develop trails and greenways - GET INVOLVED

Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation provides excellence in building community, enriching lives, and caring for the urban and natural environment - GET INVOLVED

Supporting organizations working to enhance the parks, trails and recreation programs of Clark County and ensuring the vibrancy of our community by inspiring children of all ages to connect with nature - JOIN A NATURE EXPLORE CLUB

Dedicated to providing diverse, innovative and exceptional recreational and cultural opportunities that enrich the lives of our citizens - NATURE, INSPIRATION, CULTURE, ADVENTURE

Maintaining the 357 acres of parkland and open space within the city limits, providing safe areas to meet the daily leisure needs of residents - HELP OUR NATURAL ENVIRONMENT & GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY

 

Providing a system of safe, accessible parks and a diverse range of recreational and social services that enhance personal health, quality of life, and sense of community - DISCOVER WAYS TO GET INVOLVED WITH PARKS

 

 

 

Working on community trails in the Villages at Mt. Hood, and connecting to Portland and the recreation resources of the Mt. Hood National Forest - CREATING COMMUNITY TRAILS TYING TOGETHER

Advocating & promoting a system of connected recreational trails in the Portland Metro Area, and pursuing the completion of the 40-Mile Trail Around Portland - LEARN ABOUT THE LOOP

Outdoor Industry & Corporate Partners

Striving to take care of the environment while ensuring a reliable energy future - LEARN ABOUT THEIR ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES

Creating active communities where bicycling and walking are safe, healthy and fun - LEARN ABOUT ALTA'S INNOVATION IN TRANSPORTATION AND RECREATION

Supporting organizations who share our passion for the great outdoors, outdoor education and conservation - READ ABOUT COLUMBIA'S KEY INITIATIVES THAT SUPPORT OUTDOOR EDUCATION & CONSERVATION

Striving to make your cycling experience as memorable, safe, and enjoyable as possible - ATTEND A FREE BIKE CLINIC

 

Delivering innovative hybrid products that enable all outdoor enthusiasts to live an active lifestyle - RECESS IS BACK! GET THE KEEN RECESS KIT FOR PLAYFUL WAYS TO GET OUTSIDE & GET MOVING

Informing listeners on how to embrace sustainable practices in everyday life at home, work, in the community, at school and on the go - FIND OUT ABOUT 1THING, ENTERCOME'S GREEN INITIATIVE

 

 

Delivering the best combination of scenery, challenge, amenities, camaraderie and philanthropy of any ride out there - TAKE THE BEST BIKE RIDE IN AMERICA 

Working to maintain the vibrancy of the region by promoting the Portland metropolitan area as a preferred destination for meetings, conventions and leisure travel - PORTLAND, SEE FOR YOURSELF 

A strategic positioning and business development firm working with mission-driven social enterprises, specializing in start-ups and turn-arounds. Services include entrepreneurial and executive coaching, organizational assessments, and executive transition services.

Helping to shape some of the Pacific Northwest's most captivating built outdoor environments — we aim to provoke wonder, discovery and stewardship for our natural and social worlds - EXPLORE OUR LANDSCAPES

Providing landscape architecture, urban design and visual communications services for the environments in which we live, work and play - EXPLORE OUR LANDSCAPES 

Providing web strategy and open source technology to forward-thinking organizations — including technology planning, web strategy, drupal development and web-based mapping.