Willamette River Natural Area

Aerial Image of the Willamette River Natural Area

Willamette River Natural Area (WRNA)

A vision for restoration, engagement, and research at the University of Oregon.

 

Willamette river natural area landscape

Mission Statement

Conserve, enhance, and restore regionally important habitat within the WRNA to support a diversity of native plant and wildlife species while providing outstanding learning and recreational opportunities for students and community members alike.

        Five-Year WRNA Action Plan        

Full WRNA Management Plan (2022) 

Appendices to the Management Plan


Upcoming Events

Winter 2026 Natural Areas Events

 

Can't get enough of the environment? Gain experience by also supporting out collaborators!

2026 Winter Collaborator Events

 

 

Shifting Perspectives - Addressing Climate Emotions in Education
Jan23
Shifting Perspectives - Addressing Climate Emotions in Education Jan 23 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Produce Drop
Jan27
Produce Drop Jan 27 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Cooking Class
Jan28
Cooking Class Jan 28 Global Scholars Hall
Mending Nights
Jan29
Mending Nights Jan 29 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Produce Drop
Feb3
Produce Drop Feb 3 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Mending Nights
Feb5
Mending Nights Feb 5 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Produce Drop
Feb10
Produce Drop Feb 10 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Produce Drop
Feb17
Produce Drop Feb 17 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Mending Nights
Feb19
Mending Nights Feb 19 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Produce Drop
Feb24
Produce Drop Feb 24 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)

 


Willamette River from Frohmayer Bridge
Willamette River, as seen from the Frohnmayer Bridge, with Alton Baker Park on the north bank (right) and the WRNA on the south bank (left).

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