The Jacksonville Woodlands Association (JWA), a 501c3 non-profit, was formed in 1989 with the mission to protect the natural and cultural heritage of Historic Jacksonville.
The Jacksonville Woodlands park and trail system is the Association’s most extensive undertaking. The JWA facilitated the acquisition of 21 parcels totaling 255 acres with sixteen miles of hiking trails constructed. The Rich Gulch Mining District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Jacksonville Woodlands are managed under an intergovernmental agreement with the Woodland’s partners—the City of Jacksonville, the Bureau of Land Management and Jackson County Parks, who own the 21 parcels comprising the Woodlands. The Southern Oregon Land Conservancy holds conservation easements over the city-owned parcels. The JWA coordinates the Woodlands’ activities with the Partners.
JWA has also focused its effort on community education and involvement. Land preservation and trail building have gone hand-in-hand with outdoor education involving local schools. Booklets, maps, videos, and trailside displays focus on educating the public about Jacksonville’s rich historic and natural heritage.
Donations, public and private grants, and legacy/estate funds are used to build and maintain trails, purchase land, publish maps and brochures, and enhance the Beekman Arboretum.
Volunteers are necessary and welcome. Volunteers serve on the Board of Directors and committees, and participate in scheduled workday activities. Volunteers also come from other community non-profit organization including the Forest Park Volunteers and the Jacksonville Boosters Club.
For additional information, please see the JWA website at www.jvwoodlands.org; or find us on Facebook at Jacksonville Woodlands Assoc.