Gorge 400 Work Party and Optional Campout on 5/21
2022-05-21 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join NWTA at the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area for its 1st work party/campout weekend in 2022.

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About this event

Workparty Date: Saturday May 21, 2022 / 9am-3pm

Campout Dates: Friday, May 20th – Sunday, May 22nd.

Meet at the Wyeth Campground next to the Wyeth Trailhead at 750 Herman Creek Rd. Cascade Locks, OR 97014.

Within the project to build new trails near Cascade Locks, we have also been asked to Rehabilitate the existing Gorge 400 trail. The project provides a unique opportunity to work on rock treads, drainages, a stream crossing, and a spring.

All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Bikes are not needed for the work party, but you are welcome to bring them if you want to ride the trails afterward. You will not be within sight of your vehicle & you will want to be sure to secure your bike.

What to bring for the work party:

* Work clothes: Light long sleeve shirt, Long Pants (no shorts), Boots, Gloves, Eye Protection & Gloves

* Jacket (be prepared)

* Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

* Water

* Snacks

* Lunch

* Face Covering as recommended by the CDC (in case we can’t maintain social proper social distancing)

NWTA will have tools will available, but please bring your favorite tread tool if you have one (rakes, McLeod, rouge hoe, loppers)

Waiver – Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

If you have questions or need to get in touch on the day of the event, please contact Bob: at 703-424-0091

Campout details:

NWTA has reserved large group sites at the Wyeth Campground for volunteers to stay at no charge. These sites can accommodate up to 18 vehicles (must pre-register with the NWTA camping option). If you are interested in camping and would like a site of your own, feel free to reserve at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/122940

Food will not be provided for Friday night campers

After the work party, NWTA will provide a cooler of beverages, Beer from our generous sponsor, HOPWORKS. Several BBQs will be available for use.

PET (DOG) OWNERS: NWTA will have a group site within the public campground. If you bring your pet, know that you cannot leave them unattended at the campground. Due to the steep hillside & narrow terrain of the trail, we DO NOT recommend that they join you while working on the trail.

Please bring firewood if you can.

Trails Sister's Intermediate Cornering Clinic at Sandy Ridge on 5/24
2022-05-24 17:30 - 20:00
Trail Sisters! Improve your cornering skills in a fun, supportive environment.

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About this event

When it comes to mountain biking, cornering is a fundamental skill that is key to making progress in our riding ability. Join NWTA Certified Instructors Allie and Nancy for an evening of skill-building, riding, and FUN. This NW Trail Sister’s event is open to all who identify as female and non-binary.

KNOW YOUR CAPABILITIES

At an intermediate level, you are able to confidently shift gears, brake safely, and navigate your bike over small rocks, roots, and uneven terrain. Riding for 2 hours (with breaks) is doable for you.

For this clinic, we will be riding uphill with roughly 700 feet of elevation gain on a paved road for about 1.5 miles and will descend an uneven trail that will require you to navigate over small rocks and roots. Please take a moment to honestly assess your current skill & fitness level to decide if this clinic/ride is for you.

Class size is limited, and pre-registration is required. Cost: $10 donation to NWTA, scholarships available (email nancys@nw-trail.org)

What to bring:

A mountain bike that is in good working order. If you are unsure, call your local bike shop and have them take a look at it with you.HELMET – required, gloves recommendedWater/snacksFirst Aid KitLayers and Rain jacket (it’s Spring in Oregon, be prepared!)Spare tube & multi-tool

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

NWTA follows the current state-mandated protocols. The information can be found here: State of Oregon COVID mandates

Reminder: NWTA membership support makes Trail Sister’s events like this possible. Please Join or Renew HERE to keep these opportunities coming your way!

Have questions? Email nancys@nw-trail.org.

River City Bicycles Social Ride at Sandy Ridge on 05/28
2022-05-28 09:30 - 13:30
Join River City Bicycles for a chill social ride and parking lot hangs, ride trail, meet new friends, have some fun on the bike.

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About this event

Join us on Saturday, May 28th, from 9:30 am – 1:30 pm at Sandy Ridge Trail System for a relaxed welcome to spring social ride. It has been a long wet winter and we wanted to get spring kicked off with a low-key ride and refreshments at Sandy Ridge. Come on out, ride, hang out, meet some new friends and spend the morning playing bikes in the woods.

9:30-10:00 parking lot adjustments (We’ll have pump/shock pump and a few basic tools)

10:00-12:30 ride bikes

12:30-1:30 grill and refreshments

COVID Protocols

Masks are not mandatory, but COVID cases are on the rise again, so if you’re feeling sick please stay home to keep everyone safe. Have a mask with you just in case. Please make sure to pre-register.

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

What To Bring:

Your bikeHemletRiding gearRiding shoesWater/hydrationOn bike snacksA change of clothes for apres bike hang outs

Ride will start promptly starts at 10am. Please arrive 15-20 early to ensure that you are adequately checked in.

Saturday, May 28, 2022 / 9:30 am – 1:30 pm / Sandy Ridge Trails

Email jered@nw-trail.org with any questions.

NW Trail Sister's Presentation: Great Divide Mountain Bike ride on 6/9
2022-06-09 18:30 - 20:30
Greatly Dividing: 3 Portland-based women share their experience on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, Summer 2021.

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About this event

Join us for a presentation of Greatly Dividing: 3 women’s ride from Canada to Mexico on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route in the summer of 2021.

NWTA sponsor, Hopworks Urban Brewing (on Powell) will be hosting this event, Thursday, June 9th from 6:30-8:30

This is a great event to attend if you love to bike pack, are interested in bike packing or just want to meet and socialize with other trail sisters and be inspired by audacious women challenging themselves with big goals!

This NW Trail Sister’s event is open to all who identify as female and non-binary.

Reminder: NWTA membership support makes Trail Sister’s events like this possible. Please Join or Renew HERE to keep these opportunities coming your way!

NW Trail Sisters Intermediate+ Ride and Rocky Point on 6/13
2022-06-13 17:30 - 20:00
Join the NW Trail Sisters for a rip around the Twisted Forest, featuring the trails Twister Knickers and the newly built Twisted Sisters!

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About this event

Curious about the new trails at Rocky Point? Or perhaps you have always wanted to ride there but haven’t yet? Join the NW Trail Sisters for a rip around the Twisted Forest, featuring the trails Twister Knickers and the newly built Twisted Sisters! This ride is open to women and non-binary riders with an Intermediate+ (Blue/Black trails) skill level.

To ensure the safety of all riders, please honestly assess your riding ability before attending. As an Intermediate+ rider:

You have a strong understanding and practice with the skills of braking, shifting, cornering, and descending.You are confident and comfortable riding intermediate (Blue) trails, but you may walk sections on trails that are rated Black or Double Black.Examples of trails you are confident on: Flow Motion, Little Monkey, Dirt Surfer, Sixth Sense, Two Turntables, and a Microwave, Upper Hide and Seek.You can easily navigate obstacles on the trail, including roots, rocks, mud, and creek crossings.You are comfortable biking for 3-4 hours at a moderate pace, including uphill climbs that are 5-6 miles in length with 1000’+ elevation gain.

We look forward to riding with you!

Waiver:

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

Rocky Point is a property that is leased by NWTA. In order to attend this event (or to access this land), you will need to be an NWTA member (JOIN HERE), in good standing, as well as sign the online Rocky Point waiver: HERE.

Please contact allisonhurtgen@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Trail Sister's Beginner Ride @ Rocky Point - 7/12
2022-07-12 17:30 - 20:00
Guided ride for Beginner Level Trail Sisters @ Rocky Point

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About this event

Are you newer to mountain biking, or looking for a fun, encouraging group ride where you can meet other Trail Sisters* close to your skill level? Join us at Rocky Point for a guided, nobody left behind (no-drop) ride.

*Trail Sisters are an inclusive group of folks who are non-binary or identify as women.

To ensure the safety of all riders, please honestly assess your riding ability before attending. As a beginner rider:

You have a basic understanding with the skills of braking, shifting and riding on uneven, soft-surface trails.You are comfortable riding beginner to intermediate (Green & some Blue) trails, but you may walk sections of trails when you come to rocky, root-y or more technical areas.You have a bike that is in working order that you are comfortable riding.You are able to ride for 1-2 hours with intermittent breaks.

What to bring:

Required:

Bike and helmetWaterSnacks

Highly Suggested- so you are self-sufficient:

Spare inner tube (even if you are tubeless)Multi-toolFirst Aid Kit

Waiver:

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

Rocky Point is a property that is leased by NWTA. In order to attend this event (or to access this land), you will need to be an NWTA member (JOIN HERE), in good standing, as well as sign the online Rocky Point waiver: HERE.

CANCELLED // Group Ride with River City Bicycles & NWTA (Beginner and Intermediate Levels) - 7/31
2022-07-31 16:30 - 19:30
We are cancelling the ride due to the continued heatwave.

Join partners River City Bicycles and NWTA for a Women-led, all gender evening ride at Sandy Ridge.

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About this event

Join River City Bicycles, partnered with the NWTA, for an evening ride at Sandy Ridge on 7/31.

Beginner and Intermediate riders are welcome for a 2-hour shred, covering up to 10 miles and 2k feet of elevation.

This ride is open to all genders, and will be led by women from River City Bicycles.

~ The River City Bicycles’ MTB Community is women-led and intersectional-minded, designed to create space for mountain bikers outside of the stereotypes. Our goal is to connect, support, and inspire off-road riders of all skill levels. ~

Things to Bring:

A bike in good working order

Helmet – mandatory

Water & Snacks

First Aid Kit

Please bring a helmet- or handlebar-mounted light for safety, as we’ll be riding close to dusk.

Please sign this waiver to participate.

Meet at the Sandy Ridge Trailhead Parking Lot at 4:30pm, to roll by 5:00pm.

Questions can be directed to Isabella at isabellat@rivercitybicycles.com.

Events like these are made possible by NWTA’s Membership dollars. If you are not yet a member or need to renew your membership, you can do so here.

Sandy Ridge is managed by the Bureau of Land Management, a parking pass is now required at this trail head and can be accessed at Recreation.gov

*IMPORTANT* These events fill quickly and always have a waitlist of people hoping to join. It is imperative that you stand by your commitment and SHOW UP. We understand that life happens, please notify us if you are unable to make it, at least 24 hours before the event so we can offer your spot to someone else.

BIPOC Beginner Jump Clinic - 8/4
2022-08-04 18:30 - 20:00
A beginner jump clinic for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) mountain bikers – Gateway Green 8/4 6:30-8:00 pm.

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About this event

The clinic will be covering basic through intermediate jumping skills This will depend on the class level of comfort. Expect to learn proper body position and form for learning and/or improving current jump skills on a bike.

Class size is limited. Pre-registration required.

Bring water and a helmet. *Gloves and knee pads recommended.

Loaner dirt jumpers may be available. Email Roo@nw-trail.org for more information.

Thursday, August 4th, 2022, Gateway Green 6:30 – 8:00 pm.

Meeting spot: SW corner of the Fred Meyer parking lot. Parking available

COVID Protocols

Due to COVID-19 bring a mask with you, if you cannot maintain safe social distancing. We have also had to limit the number of participants. Please make sure to pre-register.

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Have questions? Email roo@nw-trail.org

St. Helens International Festival of Trails (AKA ... SHIFT) - 8/19
2022-08-19 09:00 - 2022-08-21 15:00
SHIFT is BACK! Weekend campout around a work party on Saturday, August 20th. The deadline to register is Wednesday, August 17.

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About this event

Workparty Date: Saturday, August 20th, 2022 / 9 am-3 pm

Campout Dates: Friday, August 19th – Sunday, August 21st.

Meet at Marble Mountain Sno Park (NF-83, Cougar WA 98616)

Camping: Upper Marble Mountain parking lot.

This is dispersed camping and no camp spots are available.No water is available. There are Vault toilets (bring toilet paper)Camping will start Thursday evening, but official NWTA camping is Friday through Sunday

Directions:

I-5 North to Woodland, WA and take Hwy 503 east towards Mt St HelensHwy 503 will turn into NF90 after Yale lakeApproximately 6-7 miles past Yale lake turn left on NF83 towards Ape CanyonMarble mountain parking lot is about 8-10 miles from NF90 on the left

Dinner: 6pm

The menu is pulled pork sandwich, potato salad, coleslaw, and blackberry cobbler.Please bring your own utensils and plates. We might have a dishwashing station after dinner but plan accordingly if we don’t.

Friday & Sunday Rides: 9-9:30 depending upon the heat

There will be various rides from easy (<15 miles) to difficult (>25 miles) available. Specific ride details will be determined at ride time. Please plan to arrive 30 minutes early.

Garbage/Recycling: We are practicing “pack it in pack it out”. There will be no garbage or recycling cans available. Everyone will be responsible for their own garbage and recycling.

After a 2-year hiatus, our weekend party around a work party is back! This year we plan to work on the beloved Ape Canyon Trail and Sheep Canyon area. If you have questions about the work involved please email Jim Lemonds at Growlers@nw-trail.org

We will be working in areas you will have to access via riding your bike. When registering please be honest with your riding skill and stamina in order for us to get you into the right workgroup.

What to bring for the work party:

Work clothes: Light long sleeve shirt, Long Pants (no shorts), Boots, Gloves, Eye Protection & GlovesJacket (be prepared)Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)WaterSnacks LunchFace Covering as recommended by the CDC (in case we can’t maintain social proper social distancing)

NWTA will have tools will available, but please bring your favorite tread tool if you have one (rakes, McLeod, rouge hoe, loppers)

After the work party on Saturday, NWTA will provide dinner for all volunteers. Adult Beverages are generously provided by Hopworks.

Please be prepared and bring enough food and water for yourself and your group for the remainder of the weekend.

Waiver – Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

Campout details:

Our basecamp for the weekend will be at Marble Mountain Sno Park. This is a paved parking lot with areas close by ideal for dispersed camping. There is also ample space for RVs & Campers however there is no electricity or water on site. Be prepared & bring everything that you need.

Bathroom – 2 vault toilets (bring toilet paper!).

PET (DOG) OWNERS: If you bring your pet, know that you cannot leave them unattended at the base camp. Due to the steep hillside & narrow terrain of the trail, we DO NOT recommend that they join you while working on the trail.

(Photo credit: Ed Knight)

Trail Sister's Guided Bikepacking Weekend - 8/26
2022-08-26 17:00 - 2022-08-28 16:00
Trail Sisters, join us for a guided bikepacking weekend August 26-28th in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

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About this event

Come bikepacking with the Trail Sisters! Led by three women who completed the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR) in summer ’21.

Bikepacking is a great mix of backpacking and bike touring! See more about it at bikepackingroots.org and bikepacking.com.

This weekend trip is perfect for NWTA members who identify as female and non-binary, who want to try bikepacking and make new bikepacking friends.

Participation will be capped at 12. Please be in good riding shape (check the route descriptions), have a functioning bike suited for the non-technical terrain (mountain or gravel bike or similar), and be able to carry your own camping gear.

Dates: Aug 26-28 (Meet at Goose Lake campground Friday night, return to Goose Lake by Sunday mid-afternoon)

Route: Fire and Ice Cave Loop

Questions? Contact Megan at horstmegana@gmail.com (put Bikepacking in subject line)

We will be in touch in early August with questions for participants, and more details including the food and drinks and other items that will be provided by NWTA, and to help coordinate carpooling and gear sharing.

NWTA events like these are made possible through membership support. If you are not yet a member or need to renew your membership, you can do so here.

Gateway Green Group Session with River City Bicycles - 8/28
2022-08-28 17:00 - 19:00
Come hone those freeride skills and get some airtime with River City Bicycles and the NWTA at Gateway Green on August 28th!

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Come hone those freeride skills and get some airtime with River City Bicycles and the NWTA at Gateway Green on August 28th! This will not be a skills clinic, but rather a low-key and playful group session to explore all that Gateway Green has to offer.

The ride is open to all genders, and will be led by women from River City Bicycles.

All beginner and intermediate level riders are welcome. Please sign this waiver in order to participate.

A flat-bar bike with front suspension is preferable (i.e. a hardtail or full-suspension MTB, or a dirt jumper). An exception to this would be a BMX bike, which would be welcomed.

Meet by the pump track at the center of the park by 5:00pm, or if you’re running late just look for ride leaders in River City Bicycles t-shirts in the park.

Questions can be directed to Isabella at isabellat@rivercitybicycles.com.

Events like these are made possible through a close partnership with River City Bicycles and the Northwest Trail Alliance. To support these type of opportunities, consider becoming a NWTA Member today.

*IMPORTANT* These events fill quickly and always have a waitlist of people hoping to join. It is imperative that you stand by your commitment and SHOW UP. We understand that life happens, please notify us if you are unable to make it, at least 24 hours before the event so we can offer your spot to someone else.

Trail Sister's Guided Falls Creek with Team Metropolis - 9/18
2022-09-18 09:00 - 16:00
Join NWTA’s Trail Sister’s & Team Metropolis for a guided ride on the spectacular Falls Creek trail.

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About this event

Join the femmes of Team Metropolis for a day in the Gifford Pinchot to experience this gem of a Washington trail. We will shuttle to Oldman Pass, connecting to McLellen Meadows and then to Falls Creek Trail, dividing into two groups based on ability and fitness. Both groups will have the opportunity to session technical parts of the climbs and descents. There are many great snacking spots with a view. We might even stop to enjoy some of the lava tubes off the trail. Bring your sense of adventure and join us for a day on the trail!

This Intermediate to Advanced skill level ride is for Trail Sisters- (cis & trans) and non-binary. It is 23 miles and 1500 feet of technical and punchy climbing; descending is technical with roots and rocks and some exposure; expect to be on the trail for 5 hours.

Please assess your riding skills honestly. This ride requires fitness and technical skills. The trails we will ride are rated blue on Trailforks. We want everyone to be safe and have a good time.

We are not meeting at an established trailhead, please use these coordinates to get to our meeting spot: 45.922321, -121.947033 on Wind River Road

Expect spotty cell phone service in this area.

What to bring:

A mountain bike in working orderHelmet (required!)

Gloves & Glasses recommendedSnacks, Sandwich, Snacks, at least 2. 5 liters of Water, Snacks & Snacks

SunscreenRepair Kit & First Aid Kit

There will be a mechanic at the start for any emergencies.

Please sign this waiver in order to participate.

Agenda:

9:00 -9:30 shuttle organization and ride by 10:00; expect to be on the trail for 5 hours (3 pm) and hang out afterwards with refreshments and a creek side social hour.

Please contact Janelle with any questions: jlynnebickford@gmail.com

Events like these are made possible through funds generated by NWTA membership dollars. If you are digging this opportunity and are not yet a member or need to renew, please do so HERE.

Group Ride @ Rocky Point with River City Bicycles (Beginner & Intermediate) - 9/24
2022-09-24 16:30 - 19:30
Join River City Bicycles, partnered with the NWTA, for an evening ride at Rocky Point on 9/24.

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About this event

Beginner and Intermediate riders are welcome for a 2-hour shred, covering up to 10 miles and 2k feet of elevation.

The ride’s open to all genders, and will be led by women from River City Bicycles.

What to bring:

A mountain bike in working order

Helmet (required)

Water & Snacks

First Aid Kit

Please bring a helmet- or handlebar-mounted light for safety, as we’ll be riding close to dusk.

Meet at the Rocky Point Trailhead covered area (to the left of the parking lot) at 4:30pm, to roll by 5:00pm.

Questions can be directed to Isabella at isabellat@rivercitybicycles.com.

Under the lease agreement with the Rocky Point land manager (Weyerhaeuser) you must be a NWTA Member in good standing AND sign the Rocky Point Waiver to access this property. These will be verified before the ride.

The River City Bicycles’ MTB Community is women-led and intersectional-minded, designed to create space for mountain bikers outside of the stereotypes. Our goal is to connect, support, and inspire off-road riders of all skill levels.

*IMPORTANT* These events fill quickly and always have a waitlist of people hoping to join. It is imperative that you stand by your commitment and SHOW UP. We understand that life happens, please notify us if you are unable to make it, at least 24 hours before the event so we can offer your spot to someone else.

In-Person NWTA September Meeting at Hopworks Powell Location - 9/27
2022-09-27 18:00 - 20:00
In-person NWTA member meeting at Hopworks Powell Mothership

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About this event

September is here; the trails are dry and dusty. It is time to get together and reconnect with folks you haven’t seen and tell stories of epic rides at the NWTA in-person member meeting at Hopworks on Powell Blvd.

Come out and say hello to our new Executive Director, Lisa Olivares. We will also have some trail and programming updates, as it has been a very busy summer.

This meeting is for all ages, and families are welcome. As always non-members are welcome.

Questions? Email info@nw-trail.org

MTB Social in Seaside - 10/19
2022-10-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Times Theater & Public House, 133 Broadway Street, Seaside, 97138
MTB Social at Times Theatre & Public House in Seaside.

Group Night Ride w/ River City Bikes (Beginner to Intermediate level) - 10/29
2022-10-29 16:30 - 19:30
Get lit in the woods! Join River City Bicycles, partnered with the NWTA, for a night ride at Sandy Ridge.

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About this event

Get lit in the woods! Join River City Bicycles, partnered with the NWTA, for a night ride at Sandy Ridge.

Beginner and Intermediate riders are welcome for a 2-hour shred, covering up to 10 miles and 2k feet of elevation in the darkness of night!

The ride’s open to all genders, and will be led by women from River City Bicycles.

What to Bring:

Mountain bike in good working order

Helmet (required)

2-3 helmet- or handlebar-mounted lights, and any additional glow-in-the-dark, light-up costumes for yourself or your bike (just make sure everything is secure, so we don’t litter the trails with shedding glow sticks).

Water & Snacks

First Aid Kit

Sign this waiver to participate.

Meet at the Sandy Ridge Trailhead Parking Lot at 4:30pm, to roll by 5:00pm.

Questions can be directed to Isabella at isabellat@rivercitybicycles.com

Events like these are made possible by NWTA’s Membership dollars. If you are not yet a member or need to renew your membership, you can do so here.

Sandy Ridge is managed by the Bureau of Land Management, a parking pass is now required at this trail head and can be accessed at Recreation.gov

*IMPORTANT* These events fill quickly and always have a waitlist of people hoping to join. It is imperative that you stand by your commitment and SHOW UP. We understand that life happens, please notify us if you are unable to make it, at least 24 hours before the event so we can offer your spot to someone else.

Friday Night MTB Lights at Stub Stewart - 11/11
2022-11-11 18:00 - 22:00 | LL Stub Stewart State Park
REGISTER HERE.
This is a “no drop” ride. Be ready to roll at 6:15. This ride also requires a special use permit in addition to the parking fee. The special use permit will be handed out before the start of the ride for display in your vehicle.
A good riding light is required. Two are recommended, one for your bars and one for your helmet.
If you don’t have lights and would like to try night riding, we have several sets to try out which are donated by our sponsors Metropolis Cycles, Trek, and BTI. Email sidsbike2020@gmail.com to reserve a set.
Typical ride is climb up to Unfit Settlement, then ride Shoofly, optional Williams Creek Loop, then back to Hilltop. This is around 8 miles with about 1,000 feet of elevation gain. This is about a 1.5 to 2 hour ride. You should be comfortable riding berms and flow trails for this ride.
Sign this waiver to participate.
Events like these are made possible through NWTA membership dollars and NWTA volunteer work on the trails at Stub Stewart State Park. If you are not a member or need to renew, please do so here so we can continue to spread the love! Please consider volunteering at upcoming work parties as well.
*IMPORTANT* These events fill quickly and may have a waitlist of people hoping to join. It is imperative that you stand by your commitment and SHOW UP. We understand that life happens, please notify us if you are unable to make it, at least 24 hours before the event so we can offer your spot to someone else.
Beer donated by our sponsor, Hopworks Urban Brewery.

Fix & Sip with NW Trail Sisters and Cyclepath PDX - 2nd Session - 11/28
2022-11-28 17:30 - 20:00 | Cyclepath PDX, 2436 Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Join the NW Trail Sisters of NWTA and Cyclepath PDX for a night of the basics of mountain bike maintenance.
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MTB Maintenance Series: Trek (Westmoreland) - 12/8
2022-12-08 17:45 - 20:45 | Trek Bicycle Portland Westmoreland, 6717 Southeast Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, OR, 97202, United States
Join us at Trek Westmoreland for an evening of bike maintenance Tips & Tricks!
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Have you ever wondered, “How do I know when my bike needs maintenance?” Well, wonder no more! Join us at Trek (Westmoreland) for an evening of learning the signs of needed maintenance as well as a few tips and tricks to make your ride last longer.
This event is open to everyone!
What to bring: a curious mind! (bikes can stay home)
*Space is limited* We ask that you keep your commitment and show up. If you are unable to attend, please give 24 hours notice so your spot can be offered to someone else. Thanks!
NWTA Membership dollars make events like these possible. If you are not a member or need to renew your membership, you can do so HERE to join nearly 6,000 other mountain bikers in our community!

Friday Night MTB Lights at Stub Stewart - 12/9
2022-12-09 18:00 - 22:00 | L.L. STUB STEWART, 30380 NW Hwy 47, Buxton, OR, 97109, United States
NWTA Friday Night MTB Lights Night Ride at Stub Stewart State Park
REGISTER HERE.
This is a “no drop” ride. Be ready to roll at 6:15. This ride also requires a special use permit in addition to the parking fee. The special use permit will be handed out before the start of the ride for display in your vehicle.
A good riding light is required. Two are recommended, one for your bars and one for your helmet.
If you don’t have lights and would like to try night riding, we have several sets to try out which are donated by our sponsors Metropolis Cycles, Trek, and BTI. Email sidsbike2020@gmail.com to reserve a set.
Typical ride is climb up to Unfit Settlement, then ride Shoofly, optional Williams Creek Loop, then back to Hilltop. This is around 8 miles with about 1,000 feet of elevation gain. This is about a 1.5 to 2 hour ride. You should be comfortable riding berms and flow trails for this ride.
Sign this waiver to participate
Events like these are made possible through NWTA membership dollars and NWTA volunteer work on the trails at Stub Stewart State Park. If you are not a member or need to renew, please do sohere so we can continue to spread the love! Please consider volunteering at upcoming work parties as well.
*IMPORTANT* These events fill quickly and may have a waitlist of people hoping to join. It is imperative that you stand by your commitment and SHOW UP. We understand that life happens, please notify us if you are unable to make it, at least 24 hours before the event so we can offer your spot to someone else.
Beer donated by our sponsor, Hopworks Urban Brewery.

Rocky Point Saturday Session - 12/10
2022-12-10 09:30 - 13:30 | Rocky Point Central Trailhead, Rocky Point Central Trailhead, Portland, OR, 97231, United States
Weekly Rocky Point trail build and maintenance day – Registration is Required!
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Join us on Saturdays through the winter and into the spring as we build and maintain the trails at Rocky Point. The “Saturday Sessions” are small scale work events that are a great place to practice and grow your trail building skills. Come out and help create the future of Mountain Biking in Portland.
What to Bring

Work clothes: Light long-sleeve shirt, Long Pants (no shorts), Boots, Gloves, Eye Protection & Gloves
Jacket (be prepared)
Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)
Water
Snacks
Lunch
Face Covering as recommended by the CDC (in case we can’t maintain social proper social distancing)

Tools will be provided.
Waiver: Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.
*Rocky Point is a property that is leased by NWTA. In order to attend this event (or to access this land), you will need to be an NWTA member (JOIN HERE), in good standing, as well as sign the online Rocky Point waiver: HERE
Please contact Jered@nw-trail.org if you have any questions.

CANCELLED // Klootchy Creek Dig Day - 12/11
2022-12-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Klootchy Creek County Park, Milepost 2 US HWY 26, Seaside, OR, 97138, United States
Meet up in the Klootchy parking lot at 9:45 for safety brief and planning session.
REGISTER HERE.
We’ll be taking on some brushing, tread maintenance, and checking drainage after the first big rain of the season. We will be working behind the locked gate and will leave the parking lot as a group at 10, so if you are running late, please call or text Nell at 703-638-4626 so we can make alternate arrangements.
What to Bring

Work clothes: Light long sleeve shirt, Long Pants (no shorts), Boots, Gloves, Eye Protection & Gloves
Jacket (be prepared)
Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)
Water
Snacks
Lunch
Face Covering as recommended by the CDC (in case we can’t maintain social proper social distancing)

Tools will be provided.
Waiver: Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.
Questions: call or text Nell at 703-638-4626, or email nells@nw-trail.org

Trail Sister's Dig Series: Trail Fundamentals - 1/8
2023-01-08 10:00 - 15:00 | Rocky Point Central Trailhead, Rocky Point Central Trailhead, Portland, OR, 97231, United States
Join us at Rocky Point for the first installment of the NW Trail Sister’s Dig Series – Trail Fundamentals, sponsored by Cyclepath PDX!
REGISTER HERE.
DIG SEASON IS HERE! Are you ready to get dirty?
We are excited to announce the Trail Sisters Dig Series, a set of dig days dedicated to skills and confidence building. We have four dig days scheduled at multiple locations where we will cover the ins-and-outs of trail building in a fun and supportive environment.
Join us at Rocky Point for the first installment of the Dig Series – Trail Fundamentals. This first event will focus on tool identification and use, corridor clearing, drainage mitigation, and the overall nuts and bolts of trail maintenance. Cyclepath PDX will be sponsoring the event, providing post-dig food, drinks, and (weather permitting) shuttles!
We welcome all women and non-binary folks interested in trail building to join us! No prior digging experience is necessary.
Waiver: Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.
What to bring:

Warm clothing & extra layers: We will be outside in the cold, dress warm and bring extra layers.
Rain jacket (and pants if you have them): It’s January in the PNW, odds are high it’ll rain and that doesn’t stop us from digging!
Gloves (waterproof are best): It wouldn’t hurt to bring an extra pair, too. Cold hands suck!
Sturdy shoes
Helmet or hard hat (required)
Eye protection
Water
Snacks & lunch
Bike & bike gear for post-dig riding

TOOLS WILL BE PROVIDED. You are not required to bring any tools, but if you have your own folding saw, loppers, rake, shovel, or hoe, feel free to bring it.
In accordance with our agreement with Weyerhaeuser, the land manager of Rocky Point, those who enter the property must be a NWTA member in good standing and have signed the Rocky Point Waiver. Join NWTA and become one of nearly 6,000 mountain bikers stewarding trails together in NW Oregon and SW Washington. If the cost of membership creates a financial hardship, please reach out to us, we can help with that barrier.
These events are very popular and sell out quickly. If you are unable to attend for any reason, please cancel your registration with AT LEAST 24 hours notice so others on the waitlist have an opportunity to come.
Questions? Shoot them over to Nancy @ nancys@nw-trail.org

Friday Night MTB Lights at Stub Stewart - 1/13
2023-01-13 18:00 - 22:00 | L.L. STUB STEWART, 30380 NW Hwy 47, Buxton, OR, 97109, United States
NWTA Friday Night MTB Lights Night Ride at Stub Stewart State Park
REGISTER HERE.
This is a “no drop” ride. Be ready to roll at 6:15. This ride also requires a special use permit in addition to the parking fee. The special use permit will be handed out before the start of the ride for display in your vehicle.
A good riding light is required. Two are recommended, one for your bars and one for your helmet.
If you don’t have lights and would like to try night riding, we have several sets to try out which are donated by our sponsors Metropolis Cycles, Trek, and BTI. Email sidsbike2020@gmail.com to reserve a set.
Typical ride is climb up to Unfit Settlement, then ride Shoofly, optional Williams Creek Loop, then back to Hilltop. This is around 8 miles with about 1,000 feet of elevation gain. This is about a 1.5 to 2 hour ride. You should be comfortable riding berms and flow trails for this ride and be in reasonable shape.
Typical Ride
Sign this waiver to participate
Events like these are made possible through NWTA membership dollars and NWTA volunteer work on the trails at Stub Stewart State Park. If you are not a member or need to renew, please do so here so we can continue to spread the love! Please consider volunteering at upcoming work parties as well.
*IMPORTANT* These events fill quickly and may have a waitlist of people hoping to join. It is imperative that you stand by your commitment and SHOW UP. We understand that life happens, please notify us if you are unable to make it, at least 24 hours before the event so we can offer your spot to someone else.
Beer donated by our sponsor, Hopworks Urban Brewery.

January NWTA Member Meeting - 1/24
2023-01-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Chris King, 2801 NW Nela St., Portland, OR, United States
The January NWTA member meeting will be held Tuesday, January 24 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Chris King Precision Components, 2801 NW Nela St, Portland.
In addition to a brief NWTA update, we will hold our annual election for our Board of Directors. Two current Board members, Nell Stamper and Scooter Sutterer, will be presented for re-election; and we’re beyond excited to present to our membership three additional Board members for our all-volunteer, working Board: Chloe Hammond-Bradley, Will Heiberg, and Charlie Kohlmeier. Join us as well to thank Colin Marthaller and Owen Rodabaugh, who are concluding their time serving on the NWTA Board. We look forward to their continued volunteer work with NWTA moving forward, and seeing them out on the trails!
We had an incredibly strong reception to our call for board applications, it was amazing to see so many people wanting to serve the NWTA mountain bike community. Thank you to everyone who applied, and to our Nominating Committee volunteers who reviewed applications. We couldn’t do this without you!

NW Trail Sister's Dig Series: Trail Maintenance at Sandy Ridge - 2/4
2023-02-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Sandy Ridge Trail System, 62700 EAST BARLOW TRAIL ROAD, Brightwood, OR, 97011, United States
Join us for the second installment of the NW Trail Sister’s Dig Series: Trail Maintenance sponsored by Fat Tire Farm!
REGISTER HERE.
DIG SEASON IS HERE! Are you ready to get dirty?
Join us at Sandy Ridge for the second installment of the NW Trail Sisters Dig Series – Trail Maintenance. We will focus on drainage mitigation, tread improvement and the overall nuts and bolts of trail maintenance. If that doesn’t sound like enough fun, Fat Tire Farm will be providing post-dig eats, drinks, and shuttles (yup – you read correctly, SHUTTLES).
The dig series is a set of dig days dedicated to skills and confidence building. We have four digs scheduled at multiple locations where we will cover the ins-and-outs of trail building in a fun and supportive environment.
We welcome all women and non-binary folks interested in trail building to join us! No prior digging experience is necessary.
Waiver: Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.
What to bring:

Warm clothing & extra layers: We will be outside in the cold, dress warm and bring extra layers.
Rain jacket (and pants if you have them): It’s January in the PNW, odds are high it’ll rain and that doesn’t stop us from digging!
Gloves (waterproof are best): It wouldn’t hurt to bring an extra pair, too. Cold hands suck!
Sturdy shoes
Helmet or hard hat (required)
Eye protection
Water
Snacks & lunch

TOOLS WILL BE PROVIDED. You are not required to bring any tools, but if you have your own folding saw, loppers, rake, shovel, or hoe, feel free to bring it.
These events are made possible by NWTA membership dollars. Join NWTA and become one of nearly 6,000 mountain bikers stewarding trails together in NW Oregon and SW Washington.
These events are very popular and sell out quickly. If you are unable to attend for any reason, please cancel your registration with AT LEAST 24 hours notice so others on the waitlist have an opportunity to come.
Questions? Shoot them over to Nancy @ nancys@nw-trail.org

Friday Night MTB Lights at Stub Stewart - 2/10
2023-02-10 18:00 - 22:00 | LL stub Stewart State PArk, LL Stub Stewart State Park, Buxton, Oregon, 97109
NWTA Friday Night MTB Lights Night Ride at Stub Stewart State Park

REGISTER HERE

This is a “no drop” ride. Be ready to roll at 6:15. This ride also requires a special use permit in addition to the parking fee. The special use permit will be handed out before the start of the ride for display in your vehicle.

A good riding light is required. Two are recommended, one for your bars and one for your helmet.

If you don’t have lights and would like to try night riding, we have several sets to try out which are donated by our sponsors Metropolis Cycles, Trek, and BTI. Email sidsbike2020@gmail.com to reserve a set.

Typical ride is climb up to Unfit Settlement, then ride Shoofly, optional Williams Creek Loop, then back to Hilltop. This is around 8 miles with about 1,000 feet of elevation gain. This is about a 1.5 to 2 hour ride. You should be comfortable riding berms and flow trails for this ride and be in reasonable shape.

Typical Ride

Sign this waiver to participate

Events like these are made possible through NWTA membership dollars and NWTA volunteer work on the trails at Stub Stewart State Park. If you are not a member or need to renew, please do sohere so we can continue to spread the love! Please consider volunteering at upcoming work parties as well.

*IMPORTANT* These events fill quickly and may have a waitlist of people hoping to join. It is imperative that you stand by your commitment and SHOW UP. We understand that life happens, please notify us if you are unable to make it, at least 24 hours before the event so we can offer your spot to someone else.

Trail Sister's Brake Bleeding Clinic @ River City Bicycles - 3/3
2023-03-03 18:00 - 20:00 | River City Bicycles, 706 Southeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Portland, Oregon, 97214, United States
Join us for a Women-Led Hydraulic Brake Clinic, Friday, March 3rd.

REGISTER HERE

In partnership with the Trail Sisters of the Northwest Trail Alliance, RCB Mechanics Isabella, and Sarah are hosting a fun/social opportunity to exchange information and experience working on hydraulic brake systems.

Space is limited, all are welcome and women, non-binary, and femme home mechanics are encouraged.

On March 3rd, participants will be invited to our MLK location (706 MLK Jr Blvd) at 6pm, then by 6:30…we’ll be rolling into the one-hour, hands-on clinic exploring Sram and Shimano mountain bike brakes. Stay after for drinks and more shop talk!

N﻿o need to bring your bike for this clinic.

Questions can be directed to Isabella at isabellat@rivercitybicycles.com.

Friday Night MTB Lights - 3/10
2023-03-10 18:00 - 22:00 | LL stub Stewart State PArk, LL Stub Stewart State Park, Buxton, Oregon, 97109

NWTA March Member Social @ Fat Tire Farm - 3/31
2023-03-31 17:30 - 21:00 | Fat Tire Farm, 2714 NW Thurman St., Portland, Oregon, 97210, United States
Join us for our March Member Social x @fattirefarm Happy Hour! Come hang out at Fat Tire Farm and chat with NWTA representatives and other members in a casual social setting. No formal agenda – just a great opportunity to enjoy great company in a great space. Friday, March 31 at 5:30 p.m., 2714 NW Thurman St. Portland, OR .
