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

List of events for the upcoming spring term

 

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

2026 Winter Collaborator Events

Other Events

 

City Nature Challenge
Apr25
City Nature Challenge Apr 25 Wilkinson House
Produce Drop
Apr28
Produce Drop Apr 28 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
May is Bike Month
May1
May is Bike Month May 1
SPRNG Conference 2026: Flipping the Switch
May7
SPRNG Conference 2026: Flipping the Switch May 7 Lillis Business Complex
University Day
May14
University Day May 14 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
McKenzie Hall Preservation Plan Open House
May18
McKenzie Hall Preservation Plan Open House May 18 McKenzie Hall

 


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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