Who We Are

Overview

The Molalla River Alliance is a not-for-profit, all-volunteer conservation group dedicated to playing a leading role in protecting and preserving the water quality of the Molalla River and sustaining the wildlife, fish and plants that inhabit its watershed.

Our membership is comprised of more than 45 public and private, regional, local, state and federal organizations, groups as well as individuals and property owners.

Our foremost commitment is to the health of the River and its ecosystem for the consequential enjoyment by all people.

For our efforts to be successful, we endorse an ecosystem-based management approach which considers the benefits to the River above those of any single species, activity, or group, including humans.

Our Mission:

The Mission of the Molalla River Alliance is to safeguard, enhance and sustain the ecosystems and natural resources of the Molalla River for enjoyment and benefit of all people forever.

President's Message

Welcome to the Molalla River Alliance web site.

On the following pages you will learn about one of the most unique collaborations of conservationists ever assembled. We have successfully forged an exceptional and productive partnership of diverse, divergent, and frequently opposing, groups.

Currently, the Molalla River Alliance is comprised of more than 40 civic and environmental organizations, local, regional, state and federal agencies, and individual conservationists. This group of non-traditional allies works well because it strived to find a common bond between each of us, which is a shared passion for Oregon's majestic and storied Molalla River.

We are working to preserve the water quality of the Molalla, sustain its wildlife, fish and plants while promoting a climate which encourages diverse and family-friendly recreation. We believe our efforts represent a rare opportunity to safeguard and preserve in perpetuity an ecological, geological and historical treasure, offering myriad recreational opportunities convenient to a major metropolitan population.

The Molalla River Alliance does not expect to reverse the rotation of the earth or cause the sun to come up in the west. Nevertheless, we are confident we are effecting positive change on one small portion of the planet.

If you want to play a role in our efforts, we welcome you and your support, whether as a volunteer or as a financial contributor.

If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me.

Michael Moody
President

Our Goals

1. To promote efforts that preserve the water quality and biodiversity of the Molalla River and to protect and sustain the natural resources that inhabit its watershed;
   
   
2. To promote a safe and healthy environment that encourages diverse enjoyment of the Molalla River Recreation Corridor including tourism and family-friendly activities;

Our Partners and Members

Our Board of Directors