The Baker County Chapter formed in 2004 (originally as the Baker County Grassroots Alliance). Baker County members have worked on issues ranging from encouraging curbside recycling to producing a regional guide to local food and farm products. These members have also dedicated much of their time to support the development of local renewable energy resources by running members in campaigns for Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative (OTEC) board positions and offering educational seminars.

Get Involved. Contact nella@oregonrural.org for more information on how to get involved with the chapter.

The Blue Mountain Chapter formed in 2001. Union County members have worked on many different issues over the years. Interest has centered around three main topics: healthy, local food and sustainable agriculture; locally generated renewable energy; responsible and sustainable land use and planning; land conservation and preservation of open spaces.

Contact nella@oregonrural.org if you are interested in attending a meeting or otherwise getting involved.

The Snake River Chapter formed in 2003. Members in Malheur County have centered their work around social justice and sustainable agriculture issues. Beginning with fair water billing and moving on to language access for Spanish speakers, increasing the donated food supply to area food banks, and improving the participation rates of those low-income individuals who are eligible for food stamps. The chapter is currently working on a local community garden project in partnership with Oregon Food Bank and other local organizations. In light of recent developments and energy exploration on the Idaho side of the border, the chapter is also educating members and the public on the hazards of natural gas hydraulic fracturing, or fracking.

Get Involved. Contact nancy@oregonrural.org for the time and place of Snaker River Chapter meetings.

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