Jim DeFuria, nominated by Laura Taylor, Forest Conservationist Jim began partnering with the District in 2021 to develop a forest stewardship plan for his forested property in the Tualatin mountains. He has been working diligently for years to restore the ecological health of the forests and streams on his property as well as planting trees…

Scott Ray Becker, Skyline Tavern, nominated by Ariana Scipioni, Urban Conservationist Scott ray Becker, social practice artist and owner of the historic Skyline Tavern (built in 1924), has long combined his passion for environmental art with a commitment to community and conservation. After purchasing the tavern in 2015, he transformed it into a gathering place…

Bill Bree, nominated by Michelle Delepine, Invasive Species Coordinator and Conservationist We posthumously honor Bill Bree with the “Special Recognition” award for his countless years of dedication towards stewarding his property for wildlife and conservation values. Bill began partnering with the District in 2013 as an active and very engaged participant in our “Early Detection,…

Dorinne Pedersen and Rachael Brake are being offered this award in recognition of all their work organizing their communities in preparation for our Community Wildfire Defense Grant application. Without their crucial legwork in reaching out to their communities, we would not have been able to develop a proposal or apply for this grant on such…

Betsy Charlton Powell and Kelly Charlton Betsy Charlton Powell and Kelly Charlton are sisters and business partners who own and manage a 165+ acre farm on Sauvie Island that has been operating for 150 years. Their collaboration with the district began in earnest in 2020 to step up control of the weeds and increase native…