Recreation & Conservation in the Owyhee
GET OUT INTO OUR WILD BACKYARD
Friends of the Owyhee exists to promote conservation advocacy, stewardship, and recreation in the Owyhee region. We work collaboratively with conservation and recreation groups, landowners, ranchers, tribes, sportsman, and government agencies to help ensure the Owyhee’s unique ecological, cultural, and recreational resources are protected for future generations to experience and enjoy.
LET'S GET OUT INTO THE OWYHEE TOGETHER
Single-day & Multi-day Trips in the Owyhee
Earth Day Yoga: Lions Park
Free yoga class in Lions Park in Ontario, OR. No registration required.
When: 8–9AM, April 22
Earth Day Hike: Pinnacle Point
Short, 4–5 mile day hike up to Pinnacle Point near Snively Hot Springs.
When: 10AM–6PM, April 22
Anderson Crossing Trip
Self-supported, 3-day car camping adventure south of Jordan Valley, OR.
When: May 13–16
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Owyhee Outdoor Youth Programming
Nature Explorers
City-based science education program for children ages 4-14.
When: 4–5PM, Mondays/Tuesdays in May
Owyhee Science Field Camp
Child & parent camping and outdoor education opportunity.
When: May 21–23
Owyhee Geology Series
Educational day trips suitable for individuals ages 8 and up (adults welcome!).
Next trip: May 7
Stewardship Opportunities & Clean-ups
Owyhee River Clean-up
Trash clean-up at Watchable Wildlife Area near Snively Hot Springs. Gear provided.
When: 10AM–2PM, April 24
FSS: Adopt-a-Highway
Trash clean-up on US Route 95 at Idaho-Oregon border near Jordan Valley.
When: 9AM–1PM, May 1
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