Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.7.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Eugene Parks Foundation Coming Together For Parks ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Public Service, Stewardship, and the Practice of a Land Ethic](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/practice-of-land-ethics) - From Spencer Butte to West Eugene Wetlands, see how the land ethic drives resilient ecosystems and a culture of reciprocity. Craig Carnagey | Parks & Open Space - [The Polar Encounter Parks Talk](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/the-polar-encounter-parks-talk/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]What can glaciers teach us about the world we share and the future we’re shaping? In this Parks Talk event, glaciologist, geographer and National Geographic Explorer Dr. M Jackson brings - [Sense of Discovery Lecture](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/sense-of-discovery-lecture/) - Join Eugene native and Chicago open space organizer Ben Helphand as he leads us on a walk through the community-based origins of some of the Windy City’s most playful places. https://youtu.be/Mh2l0T2PRvE Helphand was the co-founder of The Bloomingdale Trail, the World’s longest elevated greenway, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary and 12 million visitors. He’ll - [Reimagining Recreation in Eugene](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/reimagining-recreation-in-eugene) - By Peter Chavannes So, I’ve been the City of Eugene’s Recreation Director for almost two years now—initially as an interim Director and hired on as the permanent director last May. That I’ve built a career working in Recreation upon moving to Eugene 24 years ago is simultaneously somewhat bemusing and also an “of course” experience. - [A Letter To Me From a Park: Life and Value](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/a-letter-to-me-from-a-park) - Uncover the extraordinary value of parks — from economic benefits to soul-deep connections—nurturing community and nature’s quiet strength. - [Magic Happens](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/magic-happens/) - By John Winquist Magic happens! Sometimes we help it appear, and sometimes it sneaks up on us. Whichever way we love it. So on an ordinary family day, many years ago, we asked the question. “ What do you want to do?” Hike up Spencer Butte. Wait, is it Spencer’s Butte, or Spencer Butte, or - [Lane Community College: The Significance of College Campus for Regional Recreation Opportunities](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/lane-community-college-the-significance-of-college-campus-for-regional-recreation-opportunities/) - By Colin McArthur Eugene’s parks, recreation, and open space system includes 3,900 acres of natural areas, 575 acres of developed parks, 78 miles of paved and unpaved trails, six community centers, and three pools. It is remarkable for its size and diversity and is supplemented by a special ingredient: higher-education campuses. The University of Oregon - [Visionary Oregon Lecture](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/visionary-oregon-lecture) - Watch Kenny Helphand and Mayor Kaarin Knudson take on past, present, and future visions in Oregon and Eugene. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qfO88VBLec - [The River Opportunity](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/the-river-opportunity/) - By Kearstin Krehbiel Watching our kids chase each other through Alton Baker while the Willamette sparkles just beyond the trees, I can't help but think: we're overlooking something amazing. Eugene is a place that locals love to call home and visitors love to discover. We've got Autzen Stadium buzzing with energy, the University of Oregon - [In Praise of Sidewalks ](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/in-praise-of-sidewalks/) - By Kenneth Helphand I grew up in Brooklyn, New York. I walked to elementary school on sidewalks, a daily trek from 93rd street to PS 185 on 86th street. It was the beginning of what became a life-long habit of exploration and curiosity by varying my route passing through different blocks of the city’s checkerboard - [Lecture: Preparing for Wildfire in the South Willamette Valley](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/lecture-preparing-for-wildfire-in-the-south-willamette-valley/) - https://youtu.be/UOSZtvTiru8 Devastating wildfires are occurring in unexpected places and with such ferocity that they take most people by surprise. The 2020 wildfires in western Oregon were such events, burning nearly 1,000,000 acres and over 6,000 structures. Read the writing on the wall. We should anticipate such events and prepare for them. How can we reduce - [Step Into Spring: Your Invitation to Explore, Wander, and Reconnect](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/step-into-spring-your-invitation-to-explore-wander-and-reconnect/) - Claire Syrett, Eugene Parks Foundation President Seeing all the usual signs and signals that spring is on its way feels especially reassuring right now. Spring bulbs are just beginning to show themselves, some more than others. Male songbirds are beginning to practice their personal songbook, honing their tunes in hopes of attracting a mate. Blue - [Stubby Legs and Long Views](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/stubby-legs-and-long-views/) - A week before I summited Spencer Butte for the first time on Thanksgiving Day 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas, while riding in a motorcade with his wife Jacqueline. I was almost four years old and not especially well tuned into national crises, but my mom and dad were, especially since - [Rivers to Ridges](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/rivers-to-ridges/) - https://youtu.be/SYOn0UlRIeg - [Tracking Nature Inequity and COVID-19 Case Rates](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/tracking-nature-inequity-and-covid-19-case-rates/) - Reposted from Nature: https://blog.nature.org/science-brief/tracking-nature-inequity-and-covid-19-case-rates/ Many people turned to nature to alleviate stress and participate in outdoor recreation during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, nature is less available in low-income and communities of color – the same communities hit hardest by COVID-19. A new study quantifies nature inequity across all urbanized areas in the United States and - [Rivers to Ridges Regional Parks and Open Space Vision](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/rivers-to-ridges-regional-parks-and-open-space-vision/) - By Jeff Krueger, Landscape Architect, JK Environments I’m very excited to be presenting on the Rivers to Ridges regional parks and open space vision at the Eugene Parks Foundation on October 29! This presentation will focus on providing an overview of the Rivers to Ridges vision, celebrating 20 years of accomplishments by our regional partners, - [Prevention Alongside Treatment](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/prevention-alongside-treatment/) - BY ARIEL LISSMAN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, EUGENE PARKS FOUNDATION & ANGEL MONTES COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER, LCMS Preventive treatment holds immense importance in the healthcare realm and in our communities, as the saying “prevention is better than cure” aptly underscores. However, healthcare providers often encounter formidable challenges in prioritizing prevention due to systemic, financial, and societal obstacles. The - [Celebrating the Summer Solstice: History and Tradition](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/celebrating-the-summer-solstice-history-and-tradition/) - The summer solstice always takes place between the 20th and 22nd of June. This year, in 2024, it will fall on June 20. The word “solstice” comes from the Latin words “sun” and “to stand still.” It is the longest day of the year, marking the pivotal moment when the sun reaches its highest point - [Eugene Parks Foundation: Making exceptional city parks](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/eugene-parks-foundation-making-exceptional-city-parks/) - On this edition of Oregon On The Record, you’ll hear from Ariel Lissman, Executive Director of the Eugene Parks Foundation which exists to fund, maintain and create exceptional parks in Eugene. It’s mission is to create parks that aren’t just for families with young children, but spaces that cater to everyone at every state of - [Promoting Mental Health: The Park Therapy You Need](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/promoting-mental-health-the-park-therapy-you-need/) - In today's fast-paced and stressful world, taking care of our mental health is more important than ever. The good news is, that Eugene has many parks and outdoor green spaces, so today’s action item is this: visit your local park! This is an easy and natural way to help boost your mood. The Science of - [You Deserve an Exceptional Park w/ Ariel Lissman of the Eugene Parks Foundation](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/you-deserve-an-exceptional-park-w-ariel-lissman-of-the-eugene-parks-foundation/) - In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Ariel Lissman from the Eugene Parks Foundation. Ariel enlightens us on the concept of an "Exceptional Park" and discusses why everyone deserves to have one in their neighborhood. He delves into the ongoing efforts by the City of Eugene and the Eugene Parks Foundation to transform local - [Thinking Parks - Inspirational Parks Around the Globe](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/thinking-parks-inspirational-parks-around-the-globe/) - Join renowned landscape architect Kenny Helphand as he embarks on an exhilarating journey through some of the world's most innovative and creatively designed parks. From bustling urban landscapes to serene natural environments, Helphand illuminates how these remarkable spaces inspire and enrich the communities they serve.Gain insight into the thought-provoking concepts and visionary designs that have ## Pages - [Home](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/) - The Eugene Parks Foundation is committed to creating exceptional parks, open spaces, and trails for the Eugene community and visitors. - [Board and Staff](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/board-and-staff) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/runner-on-path.jpg” background_position=”top_center” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”top” animation_intensity_slide=”2%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header text_orientation=”center” content_max_width=”1200px” _builder_version=”4.16″ title_font=”|700||on|||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”54px” title_line_height=”1.2em” content_font=”||||||||” content_font_size=”20px” content_line_height=”1.8em” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” background_enable_image=”off” custom_button_one=”on” button_one_text_size=”20px” button_one_bg_color=”#a10467″ button_one_border_width=”2px” button_one_border_color=”#a10467″ button_one_border_radius=”7px” button_one_letter_spacing=”1px” button_one_font=”Lato|700|||||||” button_one_use_icon=”off” button_one_custom_padding=”10px|30px|10px|30px|false|false” custom_button_two=”on” button_two_text_size=”18px” button_two_text_color=”#353740″ button_two_bg_color=”#ffffff” button_two_border_width=”8px” button_two_border_color=”#ffffff” button_two_border_radius=”0px” button_two_letter_spacing=”1px” button_two_font=”Lato|700|||||||” button_two_use_icon=”off” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”10%||10%||false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”bottom” title_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ title_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0.03em” title_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0.2em” title_text_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.89)” - [Legacy Circle](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/legacy-circle/) - Join the Eugene Parks Foundation Legacy Circle Today - [Parks Talk: Chasing Magma](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/parks-talk-chasing-magma) - In Chasing Magma, Dr. Johnson takes guests on a tour of active volcanoes across the world, sharing stories behind some of Earth’s most powerful natural forces. - [Parks Talk: The Polar Encounter](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/parks-talk-m-jackson) - Join us for an engaging evening of community, conversation, and connection at our upcoming Parks Talk. - [Agents of Discovery](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/agents-of-discovery) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_image src=”https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Agents-of-Discovery-Banner.webp” title_text=”Agents-of-Discovery-Banner” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_fullwidth_image][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_4_font=”|700|||||||” header_4_font_size=”21px” header_4_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] Agents of Discovery is an interactive mobile game that turns Eugene’s parks and - [Make a Donation Today](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/donate) - Join the Eugene Parks Foundation in our mission to make Eugene Parks exceptional through conservation, recreation, and activation. Donate securely today. - [Donation Thank You](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/donation-thank-you) - Thank You for Supporting Eugene Parks - [Finish the Ride](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/finish-the-ride/) - Finish the Ride, led by Eugene Parks Foundation, funds 4 advanced trails and 3 hubs that will elevate our local park into a mountain biking destination. - [Legacy Circle Members](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/legacy-circle-members/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/kayaker.png” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”top” animation_intensity_slide=”2%” animation_starting_opacity=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header text_orientation=”center” content_max_width=”1200px” _builder_version=”4.16″ title_font=”|700||on|||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”54px” title_line_height=”1.2em” content_font=”||||||||” content_font_size=”20px” content_line_height=”1.8em” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” background_enable_image=”off” custom_button_one=”on” button_one_text_size=”20px” button_one_bg_color=”#a10467″ button_one_border_width=”2px” button_one_border_color=”#a10467″ button_one_border_radius=”7px” button_one_letter_spacing=”1px” button_one_font=”Lato|700|||||||” button_one_use_icon=”off” button_one_custom_padding=”10px|30px|10px|30px|false|false” custom_button_two=”on” button_two_text_size=”18px” button_two_text_color=”#353740″ button_two_bg_color=”#ffffff” button_two_border_width=”8px” button_two_border_color=”#ffffff” button_two_border_radius=”0px” button_two_letter_spacing=”1px” button_two_font=”Lato|700|||||||” button_two_use_icon=”off” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”10%||10%||false|false” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”bottom” title_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ title_text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0.03em” title_text_shadow_blur_strength=”0.2em” title_text_shadow_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0.89)” button_one_text_shadow_style=”preset1″ - [Ridgeline Trail Expansion](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/ridgeline-trail-expansion/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Ridgeline.trail_.running-scaled-1.jpg” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ header_font=”|700||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”45px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”45px||45px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”30px||30px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”||87px|||” header_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_font_size_phone=”36px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]Ridgeline Trail Expansion[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Categories” module_id=”ridgeline” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ custom_padding=”67px||70px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”90%” width_tablet=”90%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding=”8px|||2px|false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding_tablet=”” - [Lectures & Podcasts](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/lectures-podcasts/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_image=”https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Paths18.jpg” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ header_font=”|700||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”45px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”45px||45px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”30px||30px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” header_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_font_size_phone=”36px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]Lectures & Podcasts[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Categories” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#9bb247″ custom_padding=”3px||17px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”88%” max_width=”1700px” custom_padding=”23px||15px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” button_text_color__hover=”#FFFFFF” button_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|hover” button_bg_color__hover=”#a10467″ button_bg_color__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” button_border_width__hover_enabled=”on|hover” button_border_color__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” button_border_radius__hover=”6px” button_border_radius__hover_enabled=”on|desktop”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”bottom” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.3″ - 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[Forest Ranch Expansion](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/forest-ranch-expansion/) - Eugene Parks Foundation has an opportunity to purchase 17.5 acres directly south of Forest Ranch Park—if we can complete the acquisition in 2025. - [Prescribing Parks for Health](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/prescribing-parks-for-health/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/delta.jpg” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ header_font=”|700||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”45px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”45px||45px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”30px||30px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”||87px|||” header_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_font_size_phone=”36px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]Prescribing Parks for Health [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Categories” module_id=”parksrx” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”60px||70px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”90%” width_tablet=”90%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding=”8px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column - 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[Ascot Park Fitness Station](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/ascot-park) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Ascot-Park-pic.jpg” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″ title_text=”EPF – Ridgeline Trail Expansion One Pager V7″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ header_font=”|700||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”45px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”45px||45px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”30px||30px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”||87px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ header_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_font_size_phone=”36px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Ascot Park Fitness Station[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Categories” module_id=”ascot” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ - [Land Conservation & Stewardship Fund](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/land-conservation-stewardship-fund/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/pg.75.owen_.rose_.garden.XianWang.jpg” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ header_font=”|700||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”45px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”45px||45px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”30px||30px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”||87px|||” header_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_font_size_phone=”36px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]Land Conservation & Stewardship Fund [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Eugene’s most treasured places — - [ANTIS OAKS](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/antis-oaks/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Awbrey.jpg” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”Awbrey” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ header_font=”|700||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”45px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”45px||45px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”30px||30px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”||87px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ header_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_font_size_phone=”36px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Antis Oaks[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Categories” module_id=”santa-clara” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”56px||70px|||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ - [Spray Play](https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/spray-play/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.58) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://www.eugeneparksfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/spray.play_.jpg” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ header_font=”|700||on|||||” header_text_color=”#ffffff” header_font_size=”45px” header_line_height=”1.3em” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”45px||45px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”30px||30px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”||87px|||” header_font_size_tablet=”42px” header_font_size_phone=”36px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_text_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]Spray Play[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Categories” module_id=”santa-clara” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”56px||70px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ width=”90%” width_tablet=”90%” width_phone=”” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding=”8px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ - 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