The year 2026 marks the 40th anniversary of North Coast Land Conservancy! Executive Director Katie Voelke will be presenting at Nature Matters on Jan. 22. She will be sharing about the history of the land conservancy since it was established in 1986. This will be a celebration of 40 years of conservation on the Oregon Coast. All are welcome to attend!

A lively monthly conversation about the intersection of nature and culture, takes place at 7 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month, October through May, at the Fort George Brewery + Public House in Astoria. Doors open at 6 p.m. to purchase dinner or beverages at the George before the event. The series delves into the many ways that human beings look to the natural world for inspiration, sustenance and survival – the intersection of nature and culture. The collaborative series is hosted by Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, Lewis & Clark National Park Association and the North Coast Watershed Association in partnership with the Fort George Brewery + Public House and is free to the public.