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31 volunteers gathered in the fog on Sunday morning (June 23rd) to clear brush that has grown into the beloved Ape Canyon Trail.
A couple of hikers joined a large contingency from Growlers Gulch Racing & NWTA ready to work. We split into 4 groups that were positioned in key spots along the trail. Each of these groups then worked towards each other to get the job done.
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With the number of hands we had working, we were able to complete all of the work needed to clear the trail in 4 hours.
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After the work was done the group gathered a few miles from the trailhead for post work party food & beverages.
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Big thanks to event sponsors Patagonia Portland Retail Store, Lagunitas Brewing , Brew Dr. Kombucha & Clif Bar
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Thank you to all of the volunteers who came out to work on this well loved trail. Especially to Ed, Abra & Bob who pulled trailer bobs filled with tools and equipment we needed to get the job done.
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Sad you missed out? Join us on 08/15-08/18 for St. Helens Festival of Trails, aka. SHIFT. Our 3 day (ride, trailwork, ride) campout festival at Mt. St. Helens. Details about this event can be found HERE.