INspiring Personal connection to the natural world and community

Cascadia Wild is a volunteer-led, Portland-based 501c3 nonprofit organization. We coordinate the "Wolverine Tracking Project", a community science effort that aims to collects data on the wildlife of Mt. Hood National Forest through camera, scat, and tracking surveys.

GET INVOLVED WITH CASCADIA WILD

The mission of Cascadia Wild is to connect people with the natural world, combining modern ecology with ancient practices of living with the earth. We do this by teaching naturalist skills, creating meaningful interactions with local natural areas, and providing stewardship opportunities for serving the wildlife, forests, and land of the Pacific Northwest. ​
image of a wolverine in the snow
Photo of a wolverine taken by Steven Gnam

Classes

Enroll in one of our courses, the most popular on is the Naturalist Training Program. It runs from spring through fall, with monthly classes designed to develop your skills in wildlife tracking, botany, ecology, navigation and more! ​
Picture of a hand pointing at tracks in a muddy area with patches of grass and medium large rocks
Carnivore track

wolverine tracking project

Join our ranks of volunteers, interns, citizen scientists, field leaders, and apprentices documenting rare carnivores and other wildlife. 
Students in the forest studying tracksParticipants of the naturalist course
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community clubs

Explore the natural world through the  Nature Book Club & Tracking Club. Each month both clubs focus on a different subject. 

JOIN THE CAW-mmunity network

For just $50 annually, you can be a Cascadia Wild Member. When you purchase a membership at Cascadia Wild,  you become a part of our CAW-mmunity Network and receive discounts from various businesses in Portland Oregon, Mt. Hood Village, and Hood River. Additionally, you will receive weekly updates from the Wolverine Tracking Project including photos, key findings, and notices from wildlife authorities.

COrPORATE Team Building

Are you seeking a unique TEAM BUILDING EXPERIENCE?
We specialize in Facilitating unique group activities and team building workshops that foster connection, collaboration, and curiosity within your team.
See you on the trail!