We’re thrilled to share that the new EasyCLIMB Skills Area in Cascade Locks is officially complete! Thanks to the hard work of dedicated volunteers, the site now features a variety of new elements designed to help riders of all ages and abilities gain confidence and progress their mountain biking skills. The finished skills area includes jumps, berms, … Read More
Submitted by Dan Werle Ten volunteers gathered on the southwest side of the Henry Hagg Loop Trail for a dig day focused on an important re-route project. Together, the team cleared a quarter-mile section of new trail, working to improve drainage, enhance the overall ride experience, and help reopen a portion of the loop that … Read More
Written by Eric Oliver On Saturday, October 4, NWTA was thrilled to celebrate one of our favorite holidays: national Take A Kid Mountain Biking Day. Recognized by Congress in 2004, Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day takes place annually on the first Saturday in October with the goal of introducing young people to the joys … Read More
Metropolis Cycles Supports Popular Annual Trail Sisters Ride By Janelle Bickford The rain couldn’t stop this year’s Trail Sisters guided ride at Falls Creek. Now in its fifth year, the event drew 19 riders who came ready for a true fall in the forest experience. What began as a grey and damp morning quickly turned … Read More
Written by Janelle Bickford NWTA recently partnered with Adelante Mujeres, a nonprofit based in Forest Grove that provides holistic education and empowerment for Latine women and their families. As part of their Adult Education Leadership class, supported by a grant from ODOT, students put their learning into practice in a way that brought families, bikes, and stewardship together. This year’s event included: One highlight says … Read More
Written by Ted Dodd Huge thanks to everyone who came out and made this year’s LapQuest mountain bike adventure a massive success! 🙌 Riders took on the 2-hour lap challenge with serious grit and good vibes. And the results? Incredible. 🔥 6 riders crushed 7 laps – that’s over 21 miles of singletrack in 2 … Read More
We know many are excited for updates about reopening the trails at Stub Stewart State Park. Thanks to the massive dedication and hours of work by NWTA’s amazing Stub Stewart Local Stewardship Team (LST) and volunteers, a portion of the trails are open and ready to ride. Please adhere to all posted signs, as there … Read More
NWTA knows the Rocky Point trails are near and dear to so many members. The Rocky Point trail system, historically referred to as the Scappoose trails, was officially brought online in 2018 when NWTA signed a recreational lease with the landowner. Under NWTA’s stewardship, the property has become the closest major mountain bike trail system … Read More
What a day, and what great weather! Portland has been given a real treat with some early spring sunshine, which made the conditions perfect for some trail maintenance on the Elderberry Trail at Powell Butte Nature Park. The dedicated volunteer team did a bit of work to maintain water drainage along the trail. Portland Parks … Read More
Written by Nancy Stone This Saturday, April 19th, NWTA held its fifth annual Earth Day Cleanup at Rocky Point. 18 volunteers sported their hi-vis vests, garbage pickers, and heavy-duty bags to spiff up this area that we have all grown to love. The original plan was to cover the entirety of Rocky Point Road as … Read More