SHIFT: St. Helens International Festival of Trails - 7/18
2025-07-18 09:00 - 2025-07-20 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us for our annual campout, work party, and social rides on the Falls Creek trails in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

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Excting news! SHIFT is shifting locations for 2025 and we are setting our sights on the Falls Creek trail system.

Campout dates: Friday, July 18th – Sunday, July 20th. Informal social rides will be happening all weekend! (Arrive any time on Friday)

Work party date: Saturday, July 19th, 2024 / 9 am-3 pm

Basecamp: Koshko SnoPark, Trout Lake WA-141

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 work group.

What to bring for the work party:

* Work clothes: Light long sleeve shirt, Long pants (no shorts), boots, eye protection, and gloves

* Jacket (be prepared)

* Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

* Water

* Snacks

* Lunch

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

After the work party on Saturday, dinner will be provided for all volunteers (please pre-register). Beverages are generously provided by Hopworks, Pelican Brewing and Be GOAT.

Please be prepared and bring enough food and water for yourself and your group for the remainder of the weekend. Please bring reusable plates/cutlery for a more sustainable event. Garbage service will not be provided, participants will be packing out what they pack in.

Waiver – Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

Campout details:

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

Bathroom – vault toilet (bring toilet paper!).

PET (DOG) OWNERS: If you bring your well behaved pet, know that you cannot leave them unattended at the basecamp.

Questions? Email nancys@nw-trail.org

Trail Restoration Day: Free Ride Area at Stub - 7/12
2025-07-12 09:00 - 14:00
We will be working on restoring Caddywhomper and Rail Yard trails in the Free Ride Area.

REGISTER HERE

Join us for a community effort to restore our beloved mountain bike trails impacted by a recent forest thinning project aimed at improving forest health. Together, we’ll work to repair and enhance the trails to ensure they’re safe, sustainable, and ready for riders again.

This restoration effort will be flexible, as we’ll adapt our work to the unique challenges presented by the thinning project. Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome—whether you’re a seasoned trail builder or new to trail work, there’s a role for you!

9am – 2pm

Meet at the far end of the Hilltop Day Use Area

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 2:00.

What To Bring:

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

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks/Lunch

Bike – If you would like, bring your bike and ride back to the area where we will be working. We will also carpool as needed.

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9 am. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements, whatever they may be (and change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

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

DIG DAY — Rocky Point Weed Whacking! - 6/29
2025-06-29 08:30 - 13:30
Help us clear and prep the trails for summer!

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Join Bryan Hammond for a day of trimming trails and cutting back the overgrowth on Machete and Butter Knife.Please meet us at the main lot Gazebo at 8:30 am.

What to bring:

● Work clothes: Long sleeve shirt, pants, boots, gloves, eye protection, and jacket.

● Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

● Water

● Snacks

● Bike (if you want to ride after)

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email hamstermtnbkr@comcast.net with any questions about this event.

DIG DAY — Rocky Point Weed Whacking! - 6/22
2025-06-22 08:30 - 13:30

DIG DAY — Hagg Lake - 6/21
2025-06-21 09:00 - 14:00
Join us as we take on some challenging drainage issues as well as getting the trail ready for the summer season.

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Meeting Location

Scoggins Valley Park

50250 SW Scoggins Valley Road

Gaston, OR 97119

Eagle Point (#34) parking lot before the main parking are with lake access. This is the meeting location.

The area is roughly 1.5 miles northwest of the park’s main entrance on SW Scoggins Valley Road. There are bathrooms at Eagle Point’s main parking area

Tools needed (many will be provided; attendees are welcome to bring their own)

McLeods

Spade/Digging shovels

Flat shovels

Buckets

Garden rakes

Folding saws

Grub hoes or Rogue hoes

Gear Suggestions

Change of clothing (for the ride home)

Water & snacks (while at the work locations)

Rain gear, depending upon the weather

Long pants

Long-sleeve shirt

Sturdy boots or other protective footwear

Sturdy gloves

Eye protection

Helmet (mandatory for this event – cycling helmets are okay to use)

Will we be riding after?

Not planned; however, if weather permits, people are encouraged to do so!

Notes

Parking passes will be provided for you at the meeting location; attendees do not need to purchase park passes.

People with AT&T cellular service have good reception around the lake; others frequently do not.

This will be a long day. You’re welcome to leave early if necessary.

Bring a camping chair, stay and visit at the end!

Lake Stop Grocery is located on SW Old 47, roughly 4 miles from the Eagle Point Recreation Area; they have lots of snacks, beverages, and other supplies. They will be open from 6:30 AM – 7 PM the day of the work party.

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

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

OROGENESIS & NWTA - Gifford Stewardship 2025 - 6/21
2025-06-21 08:00 - 2025-06-22 16:00
Northwoods, Washington. June 21-22. No experience required, but you do need PPE.

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Join Orogenesis and the Northwest Trail Alliance deep in the Gifford Pinchot this June to open up the last impassable section of trail along the 180 mile Loowit Tier. We’re tackling the restoration of the long-abandoned and rarely ridden Tillicum Trail. Help get the Loowit Tier ready for its first season open to the public!

Come for one day or campout and do both. We need volunteers of all sorts: sawyers primarily, but also swampers, brushers, and dirt worshipers. NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED—we can find a valuable role for you. Drop us a line if you have any questions.

This Stewardship Campout is a joint effort with the Northwest Trail Alliance.

Home of the Cowlitz, Siletz, and Klickitat people

Trail Restoration Day: Railyard and Drip Torch Berm Work at Stub - 6/8
2025-06-08 10:00 - 15:00
We will be working on a new drop line on Railyard and working on berms on Drip Torch.

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Join us for a community effort to restore our beloved mountain bike trails impacted by a recent forest thinning project aimed at improving forest health. Together, we’ll work to repair and enhance the trails to ensure they’re safe, sustainable, and ready for riders again.

This restoration effort will be flexible, as we’ll adapt our work to the unique challenges presented by the thinning project. Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome—whether you’re a seasoned trail builder or new to trail work, there’s a role for you!

10am – 3pm

Meet at the far end of the Hilltop Day Use Area

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 3:00.

What To Bring:

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

Jacket (be prepared)

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks/Lunch

Bike – If you would like, bring your bike and ride back to the area where we will be working. We will also carpool as needed.

Safety meeting promptly starts at 10 am. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements, whatever they may be (and change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email stubstewart@nw-trail.org with any questions

DIG DAY — Rocky Point Weed Whacking! - 6/8
2025-06-08 08:30 - 13:30
Help us clear brush and prep some of the trails for summer!

register here

Join Bryan Hammond for a day of trimming trails and cutting back the overgrowth.Please meet us at the main lot Gazebo at 8:30 am.

What to bring:

● Work clothes: Long sleeve shirt, pants, boots, gloves, eye protection, and jacket.

● Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

● Water

● Snacks

● Bike (if you want to ride after)

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email hamstermtnbkr@comcast.net with any questions about this event.

Trail Restoration Day: Railyard and Skills Area at Stub - 5/31
2025-05-31 10:00 - 15:00
We will be working on a new drop on Railyard and building new trails in the Skill area.

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Join us for a community effort to restore our beloved mountain bike trails impacted by a recent forest thinning project aimed at improving forest health. Together, we’ll work to repair and enhance the trails to ensure they’re safe, sustainable, and ready for riders again.

This restoration effort will be flexible, as we’ll adapt our work to the unique challenges presented by the thinning project. Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome—whether you’re a seasoned trail builder or new to trail work, there’s a role for you!

10am – 3pm

Meet at the far end of the Hilltop Day Use Area

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 3:00.

What To Bring:

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

Jacket (be prepared)

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks/Lunch

Bike – If you would like, bring your bike and ride back to the area where we will be working. We will also carpool as needed.

Safety meeting promptly starts at 10 am. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements, whatever they may be (and change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email stubstewart@nw-trail.org with any questions

Dig Day - Klootchy Creek - 5/31
2025-05-31 10:00 - 14:00
Trail work party at Klootchy Creek Trails!

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Come join us for a fun-filled day of digging and exploring at Klootchy Creek County Park! This in-person event is perfect for nature enthusiasts, families, and anyone who loves adventure. Discover hidden treasures, unearth fossils, and learn about the rich history of this beautiful park.

Whether you’re a seasoned digger or a first-timer, our experienced leads will be there to assist you throughout the day. Grab your shovels, buckets, and enthusiasm, and get ready to uncover the mysteries of Klootchy Creek!

Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of digging and discovery at Klootchy Creek County Park!

10am – 3 pm at Klootchy Creek Park

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 3:00.

What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

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

Favorite trail tool, McLeod or Rouge Hoe (We have tools, but please feel free to bring your own if you are more comfortable with your own).

Optional: Folding Handsaw

Safety meeting promptly starts at 10 am. Please arrive 15-20 early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements, whatever they may be (and change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Email volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions

Coldwater Lake Trail Work Party & Optional Campout - 5/30
2025-05-30 10:00 - 2025-06-01 13:00
Join NWTA at the Mt. St. Helens National Monument for a day of trail work & an optional weekend of camping and group rides.

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Workparty Date: Saturday, May 31st from 9am-3pm

Campout Dates: Friday, May 30th – Sunday, June 1st.

Join NWTA & Growlers Gulch Racing for a work party and optional campout at Coldwater Lake at the Mt. St. Helens National Monument.

Due to our strong partnership with the US Forest Service we are permitted to camp overnight (primitive) from May 30th – June 1st near the shores of Coldwater Lake. This rare opportunity is only available during this event.

Please note that the space for campers is limited. There is also no water or dump facilites at the camp site. Restrooms will be available for camper’s use just a short walk from camp.

Information about Coldwater Lake: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/giffordpinchot/recarea/?recid=40398

All ages and skill levels are welcome.

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

Please bring your favorite tread tool if you have one (rakes, McLeod, rouge hoe, loppers)

Waiver – Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

Food will not be provided for Friday night campers

After the work party, NWTA will host a BBQ for all the volunteers.

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

Questions? Email Nancy Stone at nancys@nw-trail.org

Trail Restoration Day: Free Ride Area at Stub - 5/18
2025-05-18 10:00 - 15:00
We will be working on restoring the trails in the Free Ride Area.

register here

Join us for a community effort to restore our beloved mountain bike trails impacted by a recent forest thinning project aimed at improving forest health. Together, we’ll work to repair and enhance the trails to ensure they’re safe, sustainable, and ready for riders again.

This restoration effort will be flexible, as we’ll adapt our work to the unique challenges presented by the thinning project. Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome—whether you’re a seasoned trail builder or new to trail work, there’s a role for you!

10am – 3pm

Meet at the far end of the Hilltop Day Use Area

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 3:00.

What To Bring:

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

Jacket (be prepared)

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks/Lunch

Bike – If you would like, bring your bike and ride back to the area where we will be working. We will also carpool as needed.

Safety meeting promptly starts at 10 am. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements, whatever they may be (and change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email stubstewart@nw-trail.org with any questions

Dig Day - Klootchy Creek - 5/17
2025-05-17 10:00 - 14:00
Trail work party at Klootchy Creek Trails!

register here

Come join us for a fun-filled day of digging and exploring at Klootchy Creek County Park! This in-person event is perfect for nature enthusiasts, families, and anyone who loves adventure. Discover hidden treasures, unearth fossils, and learn about the rich history of this beautiful park.

Whether you’re a seasoned digger or a first-timer, our experienced leads will be there to assist you throughout the day. Grab your shovels, buckets, and enthusiasm, and get ready to uncover the mysteries of Klootchy Creek!

Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of digging and discovery at Klootchy Creek County Park!

10am – 2pm at Klootchy Creek Park

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 3:00.

What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

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

Favorite trail tool, McLeod or Rouge Hoe (We have tools, but please feel free to bring your own if you are more comfortable with your own).

Optional: Folding Handsaw

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9 am. Please arrive 15-20 early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements, whatever they may be (and change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

Email volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions

DIG DAY — Hagg Lake - 5/17
2025-05-17 09:00 - 14:00
Join us as we take on some challenging drainage issues as well as getting the trail ready for the summer season.

register here

Meeting Location

Scoggins Valley Park

50250 SW Scoggins Valley Road

Gaston, OR 97119

Cedar Grove (32) parking lot

Look for large Northwest Trail Alliance tent

The area is roughly 1.5 miles northwest of the park’s main entrance on SW Scoggins Valley Road. There are bathrooms at Eagle Point’s main parking area

Tools needed (many will be provided; attendees are welcome to bring their own)

McLeods

Spade/Digging shovels

Flat shovels

Buckets

Garden rakes

Folding saws

Grub hoes or Rogue hoes

Gear Suggestions

Change of clothing (for the ride home)

Water & snacks (while at the work locations)

Rain gear, depending upon the weather

Long pants

Long-sleeve shirt

Sturdy boots or other protective footwear

Sturdy gloves

Eye protection

Helmet (mandatory for this event – cycling helmets are okay to use)

Will we be riding after?

Not planned; however, if weather permits, people are encouraged to do so!

Notes

Parking passes will be provided for you at the meeting location; attendees do not need to purchase park passes.

People with AT&T cellular service have good reception around the lake; others frequently do not.

This will be a long day. You’re welcome to leave early if necessary.

Bring a camping chair, stay and visit at the end!

Lake Stop Grocery is located on SW Old 47, roughly 4 miles from the Eagle Point Recreation Area; they have lots of snacks, beverages, and other supplies. They will be open from 6:30 AM – 7 PM the day of the work party.

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

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

evo Trailgate Party Oregon
2025-05-17 09:00 - 14:00
Ride, Celebrate, Give Back!

REGISTER HERE

Join us for rides, food, drinks, & a whole lot of community spirit.

Here’s what to expect:

Optional trail work in the morning: Join NWTA in the morning to give back to the trails that we love to ride (Show up to dig, and get free swag!)

Epic rides: Hit the trails with fellow riders & experience the stoke of community. From spicy to mild, E-Bike or just a quick lap, we’ve got a suggested route for you!

Tasty grub & drinks: Enjoy a BBQ & beverages.

Demo bikes: Throw a leg over the latest from our demo fleet. First Come First Serve. Must be registered guest to participate.

Donation based coaching sessions with MTB Coach Robbie: Join MTB Coach Robbie for a one hour, donation based session on his epic airbag set up. the perfect way to progress in a fun, supportive environment.

Good vibes & giving back: Come for the trails, stay for the swag, and grab raffle tickets for a chance to win prizes from our incredible sponsors.

100% of your purchases at the event go to Northwest Trail Alliance

Cascade Locks Trail Project - 5/17
2025-05-17 09:00 - 14:00
Preparing the EasyCLIMB trail for LapQuest event.

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Join us for some trail maintenance in preparation for the LapQuest event and a season of riding!

This event is perfect for all outdoor enthusiasts who want to give back to the trails we love.

The objective is to cut back the vegetation before it gets out of control.

One big spring work party = a season of hiking, riding, and biking enjoyment.

Whether you’re a seasoned trail builder or a newbie, everyone is welcome to lend a hand and make a difference. We’ll provide the tools and guidance, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm.

What To Bring:

Work clothes: long sleeve shirt, and long pants (no shorts)

Sturdy boots, gloves, and eye protection

Water, snacks, and lunch

Tools:

We will have tools, but we could use more grass trimers (i.e. weed whackers), hedge trimmers, and mowers. If you have one to bring, please bring it.

Time and Place

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at EasyCLIMB trail on the east side of Cascade Locks

Trail work will last approximately 4-5 hours and finish with some social time.

Project:

Cutting back vegetation and doing basic dirt work.

Timing:

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9:15 AM. Please arrive 15–20 early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements, whatever they may be.

Other Details:

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email: tedd@nw-trail.org with any questions

Meet and park at the EasyCLIMB Trailhead on the east side of Cascade Locks:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/4va4nfoWkftwRHg27

Trail Restoration Day: Free Ride Area at Stub - 5/10
2025-05-10 10:00 - 15:00

Trail Restoration Day: Free Ride Area at Stub - 5/4
2025-05-04 10:00 - 16:00

Dig Day - Klootchy Creek - 5/3
2025-05-03 10:00 - 14:00
Trail work party at Klootchy Creek Trails!

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Come join us for a fun-filled day of trail work and exploring at Klootchy Creek trails!

10:00 am – 2:00 pm at Klootchy Creek Park

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 2:00.

What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

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

Favorite trail tool, McLeod or Rouge Hoe (We have tools, but please feel free to bring your own if you are more comfortable with your own).

Optional: Folding Handsaw

Safety meeting promptly starts at 10:00 am. Please arrive 15-20 early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in most weather, so come prepared for the elements, whatever they may be (and change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Once registered, a waiver must be signed HERE.

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

DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge - 5/3
2025-05-03 09:00 - 15:00
Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Sandy Ridge.

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9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Sandy Ridge Trailhead

Trail work will last approximately 6 hours, wrapping up at 3:00 p.m.

What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

Work clothes: Light long sleeve shirt, long pants (no shorts), boots, gloves, eye protection

Jacket (be prepared)

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks

Lunch

Favorite trail tool, McLeod or Rouge Hoe (We have tools, but please feel free to bring your own)

Optional: Folding Handsaw

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9:00 a.m. Please arrive 15-20 mins early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in all weather (except for high wind and snow), so come prepared for the elements (and change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email SandyRidge@nw-trail.org with any questions

CLIMB Celebration Weekend (Rides, Trail Work, and Campout) - 5/2
2025-05-02 17:00 - 2025-05-05 14:00
Weekend event celebrating the construction of a new technical MTB trail in the Columbia Gorge near Cascade Locks, Oregon

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Join us for a weekend of outdoor fun and trail stewardship in the breathtaking​ Columbia Gorge!Event Highlights:Campout Social: Embrace ‘mountain bike’ camaraderie under the stars with fellow volunteers!

Group Rides: Come prepared to enjoy both day and night rides (hint- bring your lights)

Trail Work: Be a trail hero! Contribute to the construction of a new technical trail​. Then, you’ll get a chance to test ride what we’ve built.

Why Attend:Hands-On Contribution: Whether you’re a seasoned trail builder or new to the game, everyone is welcome to join in the trail-building excitement.

Tools and Guidance: We provide the tools and expert guidance, ensuring a safe and enjoyable trail-building experience.

Give Back: Your enthusiasm and teamwork will make a lasting impact on the local mountain biking community and the trails we cherish.Location: ​We have reserved the group campsites at the Wyeth Forest Service Campground. All you need to do is to register and join the fun.​Dates: Friday May 3 – Sunday May 5. Join us for all of the weekend –or just part of it.

What To Bring:

Sturdy work clothes and closed-toe shoes for trail work

Hard hat or bike helmet and your favorite trail tool if you have one

Camping gear for a comfortable overnight experience

Food and beverages

Mountain bike, safety gear for the rides, and lights

Other Details

Closer to the event date, additional details will be shared with everyone who registers.

Once you’re registered, please ​also sign the ​event waiver HERE

Questions? Email ​t​ed@nw-trail.org

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to blend outdoor adventure, community, and trail stewardship!

Trail Restoration Day: Free Ride Area at Stub - 4/27
2025-04-27 10:00 - 15:00
We will be working on restoring the trails in the Free Ride Area.

register here

Trail Restoration Day: Help Rebuild Our Mountain Bike Trails!

Join us for a community effort to restore our beloved mountain bike trails impacted by a recent forest thinning project aimed at improving forest health. Together, we’ll work to repair and enhance the trails to ensure they’re safe, sustainable, and ready for riders again.

This restoration effort will be flexible, as we’ll adapt our work to the unique challenges presented by the thinning project. Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome—whether you’re a seasoned trail builder or new to trail work, there’s a role for you!

10am – 3pm

Meet at the far end of the Hilltop Day Use Area

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 3:00.

What To Bring:

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

Jacket (be prepared)

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks/Lunch

Bike – If you would like, bring your bike and ride back to the area where we will be working. We will also carpool as needed.

Safety meeting promptly starts at 10 am. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements, whatever they may be (and change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email stubstewart@nw-trail.org with any questions

Dig Day - Klootchy Creek - 4/26
2025-04-26 10:00 - 14:00
Trail work party at Klootchy Creek Trails!

register here

Come join us for a fun-filled day of digging and exploring at Klootchy Creek County Park! This in-person event is perfect for nature enthusiasts, families, and anyone who loves adventure. Discover hidden treasures, unearth fossils, and learn about the rich history of this beautiful park.

Whether you’re a seasoned digger or a first-timer, our experienced leads will be there to assist you throughout the day. Grab your shovels, buckets, and enthusiasm, and get ready to uncover the mysteries of Klootchy Creek!

Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of digging and discovery at Klootchy Creek County Park!

10am – 3 pm at Klootchy Creek Park

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 3:00.

What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

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

Favorite trail tool, McLeod or Rouge Hoe (We have tools, but please feel free to bring your own if you are more comfortable with your own).

Optional: Folding Handsaw

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9 am. Please arrive 15-20 early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements, whatever they may be (and change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Saturday October 21, 2023 / 10:00 am – 3 pm / Klootchy Creek Trails

Email volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions

DIG DAY — Hagg Lake - 4/26
2025-04-26 09:00 - 14:00

DIG DAY — Skeet Chute Rebuild at Rocky Point - 4/26
2025-04-26 09:00 - 14:00
Bringing back Skeet Chute up in the woods

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What To Bring:

Work clothes: Long sleeve shirt, pants, boots, gloves, eye protection, jacket

Hard hat or bike helmet (This is non-negotiable. Things fall in the forest. Just like when riding, protect your noggin.)

Water

Snacks

Optional: Your bike, favorite trail tool; metal rakes, folding hand saws and loppers will be extra useful (We have tools, but please feel free to bring your own)

What we’re doing:

We will be carpooling from the main parking lot to the work site.

Safety meeting starts at 9:00 a.m. at the main lot gazebo. Carpool to Rocky Point if you can. Please arrive 15-20 mins early to ensure that you are ready to roll. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements.

Other important things:

You must be an NWTA member to join our dig day at Rocky Point. If you are not a member, or need to renew your membership, you can do so on our website to join nearly 6,000 other mountain bikers who are supporting our trails!

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

Email volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions about this event.

Dig Day - Klootchy Creek - 4/20
2025-04-20 10:00 - 14:00
Trail work party at Klootchy Creek Trails!

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Come join us for a fun-filled day of digging and exploring at Klootchy Creek County Park! This in-person event is perfect for nature enthusiasts, families, and anyone who loves adventure. Discover hidden treasures, unearth fossils, and learn about the rich history of this beautiful park.

Whether you’re a seasoned digger or a first-timer, our experienced leads will be there to assist you throughout the day. Grab your shovels, buckets, and enthusiasm, and get ready to uncover the mysteries of Klootchy Creek!

Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of digging and discovery at Klootchy Creek County Park!

10am – 3 pm at Klootchy Creek Park

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 3:00.

What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

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

Favorite trail tool, McLeod or Rouge Hoe (We have tools, but please feel free to bring your own if you are more comfortable with your own).

Optional: Folding Handsaw

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9 am. Please arrive 15-20 early to ensure that you are adequately checked in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements, whatever they may be (and change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

Saturday October 21, 2023 / 10:00 am – 3 pm / Klootchy Creek Trails

Email volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions

Take your kids to (trail)work - Rocky Point - 4/20
2025-04-20 10:00 - 13:00
Join other parents and kiddos at Rocky Point to get kids excited about trail building and spending time in the woods.

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Trail: Bear Hunt (Green skills line)

Time: 10 AM meeting; 10:30 – 12:30 working; 1:00 PM post-work lunch

Meeting Location: Rocky Point mid lot near the gazebo

Summary of work goals:

Learn about trail building

Play in the dirt

Ride bikes in the woods

Maybe get some trail work done

Easter Egg Hunt too!

Tools needed (most will be provided; however, people are welcome to bring tools they would like to use): Kids shovels and rakes if they have a favorite

Gear Suggestions:

Helmet (Mandatory)

Sturdy gloves

Sturdy boots or other protective footwear

Long-sleeve shirt

Long pants

Rain gear, depending upon the weather

Change of clothes

Bikes if you want to ride

Will food be provided?

Yes, some alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages + lunch and lots of snacks

Will we be riding after?

We will be doing some riding on the trail if the kids want to, and probably some parent group riding as well

Notes:

This event is focused around getting kids excited about trail building and spending time in the woods, although it would be fun to get some more work done on the trail the main focus will be education and having fun

Builders without kids are welcome to join, we’d love more help building berms and small features for progression

Kids (and infants) of all ages are welcomeEmail Bryced@nw-trail.org with any questions about this event.

Dig Day - Klootchy Creek - 4/19
2025-04-19 10:00 - 14:00

Trail Restoration Day: Free Ride Area at Stub - 4/19
2025-04-19 10:00 - 15:00

Portland Parks Dig Day - 4/19
2025-04-19 09:00 - 13:00
Join NWTA and Portland Parks & Recreation in completing important trail work projects from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.!

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Join NWTA and Portland Parks & Recreation in completing important trail work projects from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Portland’s Powell Butte Nature Park. No experience necessary! Youth participants (under 18) welcome with adult supervision (waivers required by parent/guardian).

Wear sturdy close-toed shoes, long pants, and long-sleeved shirts. Bring rain gear and/or sun gear, a hat, a filled water bottle, and snacks. Instruction, tools and gloves otherwise provided. You will be walking up to 2 miles away from the meeting location and restrooms, so please be ready to hike. Be sure to arrive on time, or you may miss the group.

The tools we will be using for the event includes grubbers, McLeod’s and shovels to armor the trail which is improve wet or muddy sections of trail. We will be using wall rock to build up a section of trail that is constantly wet. We also will be clearing and adding drains for water to get off the trail.

Thank you for your commitment to volunteering and trails.

Time: 9am-1pm

Meeting location: 5607 SE 145th Ave

Google Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xSWpKGn8y1hXXUXJ7

For more information, please contact Eric Oliver at erico@nw-trail.org.
