Making Tracks


The Newsletter of the Friends of the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge Complex.

Joyfully Connecting our Community with the Wonder of the Refuge

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Summer Life at the Refuge

  • The Landscape: Seasonal Trails are open with the addition of new benches and a shelter for everyone to enjoy. Have mobility issues? - Reserve David's Chair to explore the year round and seasonal trails. Let us know what you think of these new improvements.
  • Programing: The Friends will walk in the Sherwood Robin Hood Festival Parade this Saturday- we would love to have you join us. Information below. Save the Date for Brews for the Birds Music Festival August 7th and 8th at Langer's in Sherwood.
  • Christmas in July Friends members will receive 20% in Natures Overlook Nature Store from July 21st- July 25th. Check out the amazing selection of items, many from Pacific Northwest artist. Lots of new logo T-shirts and hats.

UPCOMING EVENTS


July 18, 2026 9:30 AM

Langer's Parking Lot

July 25, 2026 11:00 AM

Tualatin River NWR

July 28, 2026 2:00 PM

19255 SW Pacific HWY

August 07, 2026 4:00 PM

Langer's Entertainment

Sherwood, Oregon

August 07, 2026 4:00 PM

Langer's Entertainment

Sherwood, Oregon

August 08, 2026 11:30 AM

Langer's Entertainment

Sherwood, Oregon

August 08, 2026 11:30 AM

Langer's Entertainment

Sherwood, Oregon

August 12, 2026 10:00 AM

Tualatin River NWR

August 25, 2026 2:00 PM

Riparian Room 19255 SW Pacific

HWY


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Nature's Overlook Nature Store


The Nature's Overlook Nature Store is your premier location for nature-related gifts. We are open for your convenience Tuesday through Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.


Supporting the Refuge: All proceeds from the Nature Store directly fund the mission and programs of the Friends organization. As a benefit of membership, Friends members receive 10% off their entire purchase and 20% off a few times a year- Next week is one of those times!!.

So many ways to support the Friends!

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This Year's Goal

Let's Raise $2026 in 2026

Join Our Be the Change Campaign

Help us exceed our 2026 Goal of $2,026- currently at $1075.55 from Jan.1 -July 14,2026

1. Grab a Blue Bag from the Visitor Center

2. Fill it up with bottles & cans

3. Drop it off at your nearest donation center

Help us reach our 2026 goal of $2,026.00

We raise $2000.00 in 2025! Thank You

Our new Amazon Wishlist will take you right to a list of high-need items. Your purchase will support the Friends office, special events, public programs, and volunteer work parties. All items are shipped directly to the Friends office at the Refuge.


Thank you for your support!

2025 Annual Report


We are pleased to present the Friends of Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge Complex Annual Report. This document captures the highlights of what was an interesting and challenging year. Our ability to achieve our mission of supporting the Refuge relies on the pivotal roles played by our Board of Directors, Members, Volunteers, Donors, and Staff.

Calling All Photographers

By Phyllis Millan


Let’s share the beauty of TRNWRC and other wild places through your pictures. Submit via email to:


FriendsPhoto@FriendsOfTualatinRefuge.org


Include your name, where the picture was taken, and any pertinent information.


Photo credit: Roger Williams

Friends of the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge Complex

19255 SW Pacific Hwy Sherwood, Oregon 97140

503.625.5944 x 15227

www.FriendsofTualatinRefuge.org



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