Northwest Trail Alliance

DIG DAY — SANDY RIDGE – 6/2
2024-06-02 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Sandy Ridge.

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Come join us for a fun-filled day of trail work at Sandy Ridge! Located in the foothills of Mt. Hood, the trails at Sandy Ridge often absorb some wild winter weather and are in need of some spring time tune-ups. Whether you’re a seasoned digger or a first-timer, all are welcome to attend. NWTA crew leads will be there to assist you throughout the day.

9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Sandy Ridge Trailhead

Trail work will last approximately 5 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 & 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 9:00 a.m. Please arrive 15-20 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 volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions.

Brushing Party at Rocky Point - 6/15
2024-06-15 08:30 - 11:00
We will be trimming back the overgrowth on clearcut trails across the property.

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Do you like riding great trails?

Now’s your chance to come help and give back to the trails.

Where: Rocky Point trailhead, Scappoose, Oregon, meet at gazebo at the parking area.

When : This Saturday, June 15

8:30 – 11:00 approx.

Details: Will be working on brushing all the clearcut trails.

Any questions, or if you sign up and can’t make it please email Chris Kelly

hamstermtnbkr@comcast.net

What to bring: gloves, hard hat or bike helmet, layers and long sleeved shirt. Maybe backpack to keep your items in, something to drink, and snacks. Can bring your own clippers, weed eater or mower if preferred.

New Trail Corridor Clearing and Brushback of Existing Trails at Stub - 6/22
2024-06-22 10:00 - 15:00
Help us clear the corridor of a proposed new downhill trail. We also need to do brushback work on Shoofly and Crazy Train.

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Corridor Clearing

We have proposed a new downhill trail off of lower Shoofly and would like to get an early jump on it by clearing the corridor so we can start the real work once the trail is approved. We will be mostly moving sections of downed logs and cutting back overgrowth. We will not be cutting back ferns, oregon grape, or other plants.

Shoofly/Crazy Train Trail Brush Back

This spring has brought a lot of growth to the ferns and other vegation in the park. We will also be brushing back the trails with gas powered weed eaters and follow up with gas powered blowers to make sure the existing trail corridor is clear and visible.

10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Meet at the far end of the Hill Top parking lot.

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 3:00. We will have beer afterwards.

What To Bring:

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

Bike – Bring your bike to ride back to the area where we will be working.

Safety meeting promptly starts at 10 a.m. 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).

Email stubstewart@nw-trail.org with any questions

New Trail Corridor Clearing and Brushback of Existing Trails at Stub - 6/23
2024-06-23 10:00 - 15:00

New Trail Corridor Clearing and Brushback of Existing Trails at Stub - 6/29
2024-06-29 10:00 - 15:00

New Trail Corridor Clearing and Brushback of Existing Trails at Stub - 6/30
2024-06-30 10:00 - 15:00

Brushback of Williams Creek Trail at Stub - 7/6
2024-07-06 10:00 - 14:00
Help us with brushback work on Williams Creek.

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Williams Creek Trail Brush Back

This spring has brought a lot of growth to the ferns and other vegation in the park. We will be brushing back the trails with gas powered weed eaters and follow up with gas powered blowers to make sure the existing trail corridor is clear and visible.

10am – 3pm

Meet at the Welcome Center.

Trail work will last approximately 4 hours, wrapping up at 2:00.

What To Bring:

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

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks

Bike – Bring your bike to ride back to the area where we will be working.

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).

Email stubstewart@nw-trail.org with any questions

DIG DAY — Hagg Lake - 7/20
2024-07-20 09:00 - 13:00
Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Hagg Lake.

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Meeting Location

Scoggins Valley Park

50250 SW Scoggins Valley Road

Gaston, OR 97119

Eagle Point Recreation Area Overflow Parking Lot (look for signs; 1 mile northwest of the park’s main entrance on SW Scoggins Valley Road)

Summary of work goals

• Stabilize parts of the existing trail tread

• Narrow the existing trail in some areas; widen in others

• Improve drainage in areas of the existing trail most susceptible to puddling and widening

Specific work focus

Summer is in full swing at Hagg Lake, and the trail needs our love! In partnership and preparation for the August 4 trail racing event with XTERRA Portland, we will be brushing and clearing vegetation 2 feet away from either side of the tread, removing any downed trees, and clearing out any full drainage dips. No experience necessary; enjoy good company, beverages, and a raffle afterwards! Check out the August 4 XTERRA racing events and sign up today.

Tools needed (many will be provided; attendees are welcome to bring their own)• Hoes• Shovels• McLeods• Garden rakesGear Suggestions

• Helmet

• Sturdy gloves

• Sturdy boots or other protective footwear

• Long-sleeve shirt

• Long pants

• Rain gear, depending upon the weather

• Water & snacks (while at the work locations)

Will food be provided?

Yes, some alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages + light snacks

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

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions

Gateway Green Gravity Line Work Party - 8/3
2024-08-03 09:00 - 13:00
Help us with the gravity line project on the south end of the park.

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Details

Come one come all! No experience is necessary. All ages are welcome!

Getting to the Event

Ride your bike or take public transportation. On-street parking is available around the Gateway Transit Center and the Fred Meyer parking lot on NE 99th & NE Pacific if you must drive. If you’re dropping someone off, use one of the quick-drop spaces in the Transit Center’s overflow lot. We do not encourage you to park in neighboring residential areas.

What to Bring

Your bike

Work clothes, Boots, Gloves, Eye Protection & Gloves

Jacket (be prepared)

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks

Tools will be provided.

Waiver

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

Questions?

Email: GatewayGreen@nw-trail.org

St. Helens International Festival of Trails (aka SHIFT) Campout and Work Party - 8/16-18
2024-08-16 09:00 - 2024-08-18 15:00
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SHIFT is back! Weekend campout around a work party on Saturday, August 17th.

Great news! Our weekend party around a work party is back!

Work party date: Saturday, August 17th, 2024 / 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Campout dates: Friday, August 16th – Sunday, August 18th. Informal social rides will be happening all weekend!

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

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, gloves, eye protection, and gloves

* Jacket (be prepared)

* Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

* Water

* Snacks

* Lunch

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, dinner will be provided for all volunteers (please pre-register). 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. Please bring reusable plates/cutlery for a more sustainable event. Garbage 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 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 and campers. However, no electricity or water on site. Be prepared and 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 basecamp. Due to the steep hillside and narrow terrain of the trail, we DO NOT recommend that they join you while working on the trail.

Questions? Email nancys@nw-trail.org

DIG DAY — Klootchy Creek - 9/14
2024-09-14 10:00 - 14:00
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10am – 3pm at Klootchy Creek Park

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

All levels of experience are welcome. Never done trail work before? No problem, we’ll show you the ropes!

Social rides, food, and beverages in the parking lot afterwards, all family-friendly!

Plus … sign up, show up, SWAG UP! We’ve got cool stuff to give away for our awesome volunteers. Nobody will leave empty-handed. 🙂

What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

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

Layers for weather

Water

Snacks/lunch

Trail tools if you have some that you like, but don’t worry if not! We’ll set you up.

Safety meeting promptly starts at 10am. Please arrive 15-20 mins early to check in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements!

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

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

DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge - 10/5
2024-10-05 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 5 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, and 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)

Optional: Folding Handsaw

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9:00 a.m. 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 — Klootchy Creek - 10/5
2024-10-05 10:00 - 14:00
Join us for a dig day at Klootchy Creek!

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10am – 2pm at Klootchy Creek Park

Trail work will last approximately 4 hours, wrapping up at 2:00.

All levels of experience are welcome. Never done trail work before? No problem, we’ll show you the ropes!

Social rides, food, and beverages in the parking lot afterward. All family-friendly!

What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

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

Layers for weather

Water

Snacks/lunch

Trail tools if you have some that you like, but don’t worry if not! We’ll set you up.

Safety meeting promptly starts at 10am. Please arrive 15-20 mins early to check in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements!

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

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

DIG DAY — Falls Creek Trail - 10/12
2024-10-12 09:00 - 15:00
Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Falls Creek.

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DIG DAY — Falls Creek Trail

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Falls Creek Falls/McLellan Meadows trail

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

We will meet at the Post Office in Carson Washington and carpool to the work site.

The group will be doing tread repair on the Mclellan Meadows section of the trail. This will involve benching, pulling drains where needed and repairing some eroded sections of trail.

What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

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

Optional: Folding Handsaw

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9:00 a.m. 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 Charles Kim: chas60422@yahoo.com or volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions

DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge - 10/19
2024-10-19 09:00 - 15:00
Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Sandy Ridge.

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What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

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

Optional: Folding Handsaw

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9:00 a.m. 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 — Powell Butte - 10/19
2024-10-19 09:00 - 13:00
Trail building opportunity in the City of Portland!

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Join Portland Parks & Recreation staff and NWTA volunteers in completing important trail work projects at Powell Butte on Saturday 10/19/2024 (9:00 am-1:00 pm) . No experience necessary! Youth participants must be at least age 14.

We will be benching a section of the trail: using trail tools such as grubbers, McLeod’s and shovels to level and widen the trail. We also will be clearing and adding drains for water to get off the trail in preparation for the wet season, along with improving wet or muddy sections of trail.

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. If you are running late, please contact Portland Parks at the info below for guidance to the group.

Time: 9am-1pm

Meeting location: 5607 SE 145th Ave

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

For more information, contact: Ahmed Yusuf (he/him/his)

Stewardship Coordinator | City Nature Division

Portland Parks & Recreation

Phone: 503-260-2329 (mobile)

Email: Ahmed.Yusuf@portlandoregon.gov

DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge - 11/2
2024-11-02 09:00 - 15:00
Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Sandy Ridge. Focus will be on tread and berm repair.

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DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge

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, and 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)

Optional: Folding Handsaw

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9:00 a.m. 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 — Falls Creek Trail - 11/2
2024-11-02 09:00 - 14:00
Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Falls Creek.

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DIG DAY — Falls Creek Trail

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Falls Creek Falls/McLellan Meadows trail

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

We will meet at the Post Office in Carson, Washington, and carpool to the work site.

The group will be doing tread repair on the Mclellan Meadows section of the trail. This will involve benching, pulling drains where needed and repairing some eroded sections of trail.

What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

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

Optional: Folding Handsaw

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9:00 a.m. 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 Charles Kim: chas60422@yahoo.com or volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions.

DIG DAY — Klootchy Creek - 11/2
2024-11-02 10:00 - 14:00
Join us for a dig day at Klootchy Creek!

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10am – 2pm at Klootchy Creek Park

Trail work will last approximately 4 hours, wrapping up at 2:00.

All levels of experience are welcome. Never done trail work before? No problem, we’ll show you the ropes!

Social rides, food, and beverages in the parking lot afterwards, all family-friendly!

What To Bring:

Your bike (optional)

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

Layers for weather

Water

Snacks/lunch

Trail tools if you have some that you like, but don’t worry if not! We’ll set you up.

Safety meeting promptly starts at 10am. Please arrive 15-20 mins early to check in. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements!

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

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

DIG DAY — Tillamook - 11/9
2024-11-09 10:00 - 14:30
Come join us in the Tillamook for a fun-filled day of recreation, stewardship, and fun times afterward!

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The scope of work for the fall & winter is still a bit TBD at this point, but similar to years past we’ll be focusing on maintaining shared-use trails (Gales Creek, Storey Burn, Wilson River Trail, Historic Hiking Loop) by removing blowdown, pruning them back, improving drainage, and re-shaping the tread caused by erosion in the rugged and steep (but gorgeous) Coast Range Mountains. Weather conditions are always variable out there, but we will reschedule if conditions warrant.

A typical day starts at 8am for the completely optional ride/hike/run to get the legs warmed up, then a quick change of clothes at 10am to get ready for the actual work. We work on the designated trail section from 10am-2:30pm, then usually celebrate with a warm fire, some hot food (options for those with dietary restrictions provided), and a variety of provided beverages from Pelican, Hopworks, and others. Total hiking distance when working is less than 4 miles round-trip.

Tools can be provided as needed. We break into smaller crews, each led by an experienced crew lead who can provide direction and answer questions as needed to ensure you’re having a safe, fun, and productive time.

As dates get closer, the Tillamook LST (Nathan Frechen) will provide details (when & where to meet up, what to bring, etc). Feel free to reach out to him proactively at tillamooksf@nw-trail.org with any questions you may have in advance.

Gateway Green Fall Clean-up Day - 11/10
2024-11-10 10:00 - 13:00
Let’s come together for a fun day of cleaning up Gateway Green this fall!

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With leaves falling and wetter days ahead, Gateway Green is in need of fall cleaning. Join Northwest Trail Alliance for raking and leaf-blowing the trails!

NWTA will provide snacks, tools, and guidance.

Please bring gloves, water, and appropriate clothing

This will be a family-friendly event for kids of all ages.

Youth under 18 require adult supervision.

As official stewards of Gateway Green, NWTA partners with Portland Parks & Recreation to take care of the trails year-round. Our work helps keep Gateway Green tidy, safe, and well-maintained for bikers and users of all kinds.

Meet at Gateway Green Park near the storage containers on the north end.

All participants: please be sure to complete the volunteer waiver before the event.

DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge - 11/16
2024-11-16 09:00 - 15:00
Join us as we start clearing and building the perimeter trail for the parking lot skills area.

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DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge

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, 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 - Cascade Locks Trail Maintenance & Construction - 11/16
2024-11-16 09:30 - 14:30
Build, maintain, and ride the new trails outside of Cascade Locks.

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Join us for a thrilling day of trail building and maintenance in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area! This in-person event is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who love to get their hands dirty and contribute to the local mountain biking community. 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 and a willingness to work as a team. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to give back to the trails we love!

What To Bring:

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

Jacket for changing weather and rain (be prepared)

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks

Lunch

Optional: 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).

Time and Place

9:30 am – 2:30 pm at Wyeth Rd outside of Cascade Locks

https://maps.app.goo.gl/DfDERsCE2jh6EqXk6

Trail work will last approximately 5 hours, wrapping up at 2:30

Dates

We’ll work on this trail 5 times this dig season:

Saturday, Nov 16

Saturday, Dec 14

Saturday, Feb 8

Saturday, Mar 8

Saturday, Apr 12

Timing

Safety meeting promptly starts at 9:30 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).

Other Details

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email paulh@nw-trail.org with any questions

Meet and park on Wyeth Road just outside of Cascade Locks: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DfDERsCE2jh6EqXk6

DIG DAY — NWTA x Fat Tire Farm - 11/17
2024-11-17 09:00 - 15:00
Come join the Fat Tire Farm crew and help build a new trail at Rocky Point!

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Who is leading this party?

Join the Fat Tire Farm in the Southern Zone of Rocky Point to build a brand new trail with steep, natural terrain.

What is the timeframe for the day?

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

What is the scope of work for the day?

We will carpool from the Rocky Point main lot to the start point on Skyline. We’ll be hiking in ¼ mile to 1 mile to clear corridors, establish tread paths, and build supportive catch-berms.

Note:

Safety meeting starts at 9:00 a.m.

Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure that you are ready to roll. We work in all weather, so come prepared for the elements.

What to bring:

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

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks

We recommend NOT bringing a bike. There is no access to any other ridable trails.

Optional: Favorite trail tool; hard rakes, McLeods, hoes (we have tools, but please feel free to bring your own)

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email adrian@fattirefarm.com with any questions about this event.

DIG DAY — Hagg Lake - 11/23
2024-11-23 09:00 - 13:00
Join us for a day of trail maintenance at beautiful Hagg Lake!

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9am – 1pm at Eagle Point Recreation area

Meeting Location

Scoggins Valley Park

50250 SW Scoggins Valley Road

Gaston, OR 97119

Eagle Point Recreation Area Overflow Parking Lot (look for signs; 1 mile northwest of the park’s main entrance on SW Scoggins Valley Road)

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

Hoes

Shovels

McLeods

Garden rakes

Gear Suggestions

Helmet

Sturdy gloves

Sturdy boots or other protective footwear

Long-sleeve shirt

Long pants

Rain gear, depending upon the weather

Water & snacks (while at the work locations)

Will food be provided?

Yes, some alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages + light snacksWill 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

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

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

DIG DAY — Rocky Point - 11/23
2024-11-23 09:00 - 14:00
Help build a new trail in the deep south at Rocky Point!

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AGENDAWe will be working on a new DH trail in the Deep South, a new area that’s being developed at Rocky Point.MEETING POINT Rocky Point Main parking lot: 23999 Rocky Point Road Scappoose, OR 97056We will carpool into the bottom of the trail to avoid any unnecessary hiking.

Parking is limited, so carpool if you can.

WHAT TO BRING:

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

Jacket (be prepared)

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks

Lunch

Tools: Leaf/metal rakes, folding hand saws, pruners, digging shovels, flat shovels, McLeods, and Rouge Hoes (We have some tools, but we encourage you to bring your own)

Safety meeting starts at 9:00, please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure that you are checked in on time. We work in all weather (except for high wind and snow), so come prepared for the elements (and have a change of clothes in the car for when we finish).

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email camilla.chalmers@gmail.com with any questions.

DIG DAY — Rocky Point - 11/24
2024-11-24 09:30 - 14:00
Join the first dig day on a new trail at Rocky Point!

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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, hoes, folding hand saws and loppers will be extra useful (We have tools, but please feel free to bring your own)

Safety meeting starts at 9:30 a.m. Carpool if you can. Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure that you are ready to roll. We work in all weather (except for high wind and snow), so come prepared for the elements.

We will be carpooling in to near where Matterhorn singletrack starts, hiking up about 10 minutes, and working on benching an finishing a flagged section.

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

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

DIG DAY — Skeet Chute Rebuild at Rocky Point - 11/30
2024-11-30 09:00 - 14:00
Bringing back Skeet Chute up in the woods.

register here

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 (except high wind, snow, and ice), 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 — Rocky Point - 12/1
2024-12-01 09:30 - 14:00
Join us on a new project at Rocky Point.

register here

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 working on a new connector trail on the Northside.

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

DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge - 12/7
2024-12-07 09:00 - 15:00
Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Sandy Ridge.

register here

DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge

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 volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions
