Month: August 2025

Portland Riders Pack evo Store to Support NWTA and Local Trails

Written by Andrea Renteria The community packed the evo Portland store last night for a special evening hosted by evo and Freehub, with all proceeds benefiting the Northwest Trail Alliance (NWTA). The night was filled with good vibes, inspiring films, plenty of giveaways, and most importantly, shared stories about why trails matter. Guests were treated … Read More

Welcome, Nancy!

Northwest Trail Alliance is thrilled to welcome Nancy Stone to our staff as the first full-time Trail Stewardship Director!  Nancy is no stranger to the NWTA community — she began volunteering with NWTA in 2018 and  joined the board in 2019. She took the helm of creating our trail education and sustainability programs, and was … Read More

SHIFT 2025: 46 Volunteers, 10 Miles Cleared, and 30 Pounds of Potatoes

Written by Nancy Stone An absolutely glorious weekend greeted the 46 volunteers who attended the 2025 St. Helens International Festival of Trails (SHIFT). This long NWTA tradition is a campout weekend that includes a work party, bike riding, and lots of camaraderie.  Traditionally, the event is held at the Marble Mountain Sno Park, where volunteers … Read More