Illinois Valley Gateway to the Stars

Through Travel Oregon's Recreation Ready program, the Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce has completed a Phase 1 Feasibility Report and is advancing the Gateway to the Stars initiative through Phase 2. There will be a strong focus on accessibility, community engagement, and partnership. We have secured an accessibility consultant to help guide inclusive design and have issued a Request for Quotes for a dark sky consultant to support best practices in night-sky stewardship. This phase will include robust community outreach and collaboration with key partners to ensure the project reflects shared priorities and delivers meaningful regional impact. Key partners include the City of Cave Junction, Main Street Cave Junction, Water League, Siskiyou Field Institute, and Travel Southern Oregon.