We’re growing roots in Spokane to keep our community evergreen.
We’re growing roots in Spokane to keep our community evergreen.
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What we do
What we do
Plant native conifer saplings around our Spokane community.
Partner with local nonprofits to restore ecological resilience.
Educate the community on the importance of tree planting to promote climate activism.
Coordinate community planting projects with schools and organizations
Foster meaningful conversations about climate change and sustainability
Plant native species & remove invasive species in collaboration with local school volunteer programs.
Foster catalytic dialogue about environmental stewardship.
Our Mission
Our Mission
To foster community-led reforestation by planting native trees and promoting environmental stewardship in Spokane and beyond.
Our Values
Our Values
Community
Collaboration
Education
Stewardship
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Calendar
Calendar
Past Events
Past Events
Thursday Oct. 30, 2025: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Crew Leader: Holly Weiler
The largest Conservation Futures acquisition to date, Antoine Peak consists of 1,296 acres of mountainous terrain on the northern edge of Spokane Valley. With 360-degree views from its 3,366-foot summit, Antoine Peak Conservation Area provides unique recreational opportunities, protects critical habitat for the region’s large mammals, and preserves a critical wildlife corridor that connects the Spokane River Valley with Mount Spokane State Park. There are three total trailheads providing access to Antoine Peak Conservation Area, and for this project we will meet at the Trentwood Trailhead in the Spokane Valley.
Climate change is the most pressing issue for every living thing on the planet.
Climate change is the most pressing issue for every living thing on the planet.
About
About
Benjamin Rooney-Sailand is the founder of ConiFriends, a community-rooted conservation group based in Spokane. After studying Environmental Science at Eastern Washington University, Benjamin joined the Washington Conservation Corps, where he developed a deep passion for forestry through hands-on fieldwork. The spark that led to ConiFriends came while helping clear a snow access road near Tonasket—where Benjamin saw an opportunity to rescue native saplings and replant them with care. What began as a few trees soon grew into two full greenhouses, and a dream to green Spokane one conifer at a time. Benjamin’s vision for ConiFriends is rooted in the belief that small actions, like planting a single tree, can leave a legacy that outlives us all.
Partners
Partners
Community Partnerships
Community Partnerships
ConiFriends is proud to partner with the Washington Trails Association and Spokane Parks & Recreation in support of a healthier, more connected environment.
Together, we work to:
Foster catalytic dialogue around environmental stewardship
Plant native species and remove invasive species
Collaborate with local school volunteer programs to build hands-on learning experiences
We believe that community action is the root of meaningful change—and we’re always eager to grow our network.
Partner With Us
Partner With Us
Are you interested in joining our efforts or collaborating on a project?
Reach out (link coming soon!) — we’d love to connect.
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➡️ Follow us on Instagram: @ConiFriends
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