DIG DAY - Hagg Lake - 4/12
2026-04-12 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
We are continuing work on a re-route of the Hagg Lake loop trail between Turtle (7) and Gandolf’s (8)!

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Event sponsors:

Northwest Trail Alliance: https://nw-trail.org/

Washington County Parks: https://washcoparks.org/

Planned agenda:

9:00 – 9:15: meet at Eagle Point (34) overflow parking area, check in, welcome, safety talk, and work overview

9:15 – 9:30: gather tools, carpool and caravan to location of work – Turtle (7) or Gandolf’s (8)

9:30 – 9:45: review work plans

9:45 – 12:00: trail work

12:00 – 12:15: break

12:15-2:30: trail work

2:30 – 2:45: walk back to worksite trailhead (either Turtle or Gandolf’s)

2:45 – 3:00 PM: depart area

Work notes:

A bridge between Turtle (7) and Gandolf’s (8) was uprooted, resulting in a partial closure of the loop trail. Washington County Parks has received approval from the Bureau of Land Reclamation for a 1/2 mile – 1 mile re-route to restore access to the trail. We are building that section of trail. It will likely include installation of a short bridge, one culvert, 3+ rock sections, 3+ climbing turns, and potentially retaining walls. For this work party, we’ll be continuing construction of the new section – and potentially one or more of the planned features.

Equipment we will be using will include, but not be limited to: rakes, McLeods, Pulaskis, hoes, shovels, chainsaws, hand saws, loppers, wheelbarrows, buckets, and others. Tools will be provided; however, if you’d like to bring additional tools, you are welcome and encouraged to do so.

Equipment needed: helmet (cycling helmets are OK), long pants, sturdy, comfortable footwear, and good work gloves. We can help ensure you have a helmet, if needed. Long sleeve shirts are recommended. If conditions are wet, rain gear is recommended.

Other Notes:

Drinks, snacks, and swag will not be provided at the end of this event. Please bring water and snacks to keep with you at the work site.

Parking passes will be provided; no parking fee is required.

Volunteer waivers will be available at the work site. They will need to be signed prior to beginning work. If possible, please sign the online waiver attached with this invitation prior to arrival.

NWTA volunteer hours will be logged for you.

Volunteers under age 18 will need a parent or supervising adult with them.

The nearest restrooms are at: Eagle Point Recreation Area (34), Elks Creek (1), Sain Creek Recreation Area (13), & C-Ramp Recreation area (14).

The nearest market is 7-Star Convenience Store (formerly Lake Stop Grocery) on Old 47, shortly before the park entrance.

If you need documents signed proving work completed, we will have staff available to sign them.

You’re welcome and encouraged to ride the trail after the work party; we can store bikes in a very safe area while working, if needed!

If you have any questions, please contact me: Dan Werle // (503) 719-3226 // danwerle@gmail.com

Thanks!

Stub Trail Build Day - 4/12
2026-04-12 09:00 - 12:00
We will be working on building trails in the MTB core area.

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Join us for a community effort to build new trails in the Core MTB area. Together, we’ll work to build new trails to enhance the Core MTB area as a place to progress your MTB skills.

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!

8:45am – 2pm

Meet at the far end of the Hilltop Day Use Area at 8:45 AM for a safety briefing

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

What To Bring:

Work clothes: Weather appropriate coat/jacket. Long sleeve shirt, Long Pants (no shorts), Boots, Eye Protection & Gloves

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks/Lunch

Bike – Bring your bike and ride back to the area where we will be working. We will also have a couple of carpool spots available.

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

Earth Day with NWTA - 4/12
2026-04-12 09:30 - 13:00
Join us for Earth Day with NWTA at Rocky Point in Scappoose.

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Join us while we do our part to clean up our corner of the planet. On Sunday, April 12th we will be picking up the trash alongside Rocky Point Rd in Scappoose. Our objective will be to remove trash from the roadside that we bike on, be good neighbors to those who share this area with us, and be better stewards of our planet.

When: Sunday, April 12th from 9:30 to 1:00

Where: Rocky Point Central Trailhead (45.696324, -122.888672). We will be meeting at the kiosk at the main trailhead on the south side. Have yourself and gear ready to go by 9:30. We recommend showing up early to ensure we respect each other’s time.

Who: You! Our NWTA community is invited to join us in giving back to our planet.

What (to bring): Bright clothes! We will be roadside, make sure you are highly visible. Gloves and sturdy shoes. Bring plenty of snacks and water. Garbage bags and pickers will be provided. Prizes for the most Twisted Tea cans and Fireball bottles retrieved!

Why: It is important to NWTA to be good stewards of our environment and the places where we recreate. We wholly believe that Earth Day is every day but that it is also a reminder to step up our actions and encourage others to do the same.

Questions? Contact carriej@nw-trail.org

Tour of Active Harvest Operations @ Tualatin Mountain Forest (Rocky Point) - 4/17
2026-04-17 10:30 - 13:30
Tour of Active Harvest Operations – Research Forest Education Day

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Join OSU Forestry Extension, OSU Research Forests and NWTA for an education tour of active harvest operations on the Tualatin Mountain Research Forest.

Northwest Trail Alliance is excited to partner with Oregon State University for a unique, behind-the-scenes educational opportunity on recently acquired forest land.

This property, formerly owned by Weyerhaeuser, is now owned by OSU and managed as a Research Forest. For years, NWTA held a lease on this land and built a well-loved trail system that has become deeply valued by the local community. With this transition to public ownership, active forest management will look different — guided by research, long-term stewardship, and education.

OSU has proven to be a thoughtful and collaborative partner, and we’re excited to begin a series of educational opportunities starting with a guided Tour of Active Harvest Operations.

This tour will provide:

Insight into how harvest operations function within a Research Forest

A look at how land management decisions are made

A better understanding of how recreation and forestry can coexist

Opportunities to ask questions and build relationships with OSU staff

This is a great opportunity for trail stewards, riders, and community members who are invested in the future of this property.

Come prepared:

Warm layers

Rain jacket

Closed toed shoes

Water/Snacks/Lunch

Hard Hats will be provided

Have questions? Send them to Nancy Stone nancys@nw-trail.org

Spring Cleaning Mega-Event - Tillamook State Forest - 4/18
2026-04-18 08:00 - 14:30
Come join us in the Tillamook for a fun-filled day of recreation, stewardship, and fun times afterward!

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Come join us in the Tillamook for a fun-filled day of recreation, stewardship, and fun times afterward! The scope of work for this work party will be focusing on tread and pruning back vegeatation on the 9-mile “Browns Camp Loop”, in partnership with Westside Trail Federation, Trailkeepers of Oregon, State Forest Trust of Oregon, Daybreak Racing, and Oregon Equestrian Trails.

We’ll be starting at 8:30am, work on trail until 2pm, then reconvene afterward for a hot meal and good times.

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.

Many thanks to Cyclepath PDX for co-sponsoring and supporting these events!

As dates get closer, the Tillamook LST (Nathan Frechen) will provide details (when and 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.

Stub Trail Build Day - 4/18
2026-04-18 09:00 - 14:00
We will be working on buiding trails in the MTB core area.

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Join us for a community effort to build new trails in the Core MTB area. Together, we’ll work to build new trails to enhance the Core MTB area as a place to progress your MTB skills.

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!

8:45am – 2pm

Meet at the far end of the Hilltop Day Use Area at 8:45 AM for a safety briefing

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

What To Bring:

Work clothes: Weather appropriate coat/jacket. Long sleeve shirt, Long Pants (no shorts), Boots, Eye Protection & Gloves

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks/Lunch

Bike – Bring your bike and ride back to the area where we will be working. We will also have a couple of carpool spots available.

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

Forest Park Dig Day - Rock Work on Newton Trail - 4/18
2026-04-18 09:00 - 13:00
Join NWTA and PP&R for a dig day in Forest Park on the Newton Trail.

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Join NWTA and PP&R for a day of trail work, while we focus on rock work along with drainage and benching on the Newton Trail in Forest Park. No prior experience needed.

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

Where: We will be meeting at the BPA Road Trailhead off of Hwy 30.What to bring:

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

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks

Lunch

We have tools, but please feel free to bring your own.

Other important things:

Have fun

Beginners welcomed and encouraged to come!

Beverages possibly and/or snacks will be provided

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

DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge: 338 Brush Out and Flow Motion - 4/25
2026-04-25 09:00 - 15:00
338 needs a brush out for the spring. Berm refresh on Flow Motion

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Join us for a Trail Maintenance day at Sandy Ridge. Trail work will last approximately 6 hours, wrapping up at 3:00 p.m.

Schedule:

9:00 AM Safety Meeting in Parking Lot

9:15 AM Drive up to tool storage area

9:30 AM Head out to work areas

2:00 – 2:30 PM Finish up work and head back to tool storage area

2:30 – 3:00 PM Clean tools and have after trail work refreshments

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

DIG DAY — Rocky Point, Levitation Sponsored By Metropolis! - 4/25
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00
Come join Justin and Kelly for the final dig on Levitation!

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This is the last dig day on Levitation this season! Come out and help us finalize the rebuild so we can open it back up the following weekend.Safety meeting starts at 9 a.m at the main lot of Rocky Point at the gazebo.Note: Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure that you are ready to roll. We work in most weather, so come prepared for the elements.What to bring:

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

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks

Optional: Your bike, favorite trail tool; McLeods, loppers, hoes, spade shovels. We have tools, but please feel free to bring your own.

Other important things:

Do you like having fun and moving dirt? Cool! We do too.

We will be carpooling from the main lot down to Highway 30 and will then hike in to address some of the middle stuff on Levitation.

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email justinjphilips@gmail.com with any questions about this event.

Stub Trail Build Day - 4/26
2026-04-26 09:00 - 14:00
We will be working on buiding trails in the MTB core area.

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work to build new trails to enhance the Core MTB area as a place to progress your MTB skills.

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!

8:45am – 2pm

Meet at the far end of the Hilltop Day Use Area at 8:45 AM for a safety briefing

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

What To Bring:

Work clothes: Weather appropriate coat/jacket. Long sleeve shirt, Long Pants (no shorts), Boots, Eye Protection & Gloves

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks/Lunch

Bike – Bring your bike and ride back to the area where we will be working. We will also have a couple of carpool spots available.

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

Take your kids to (trail)work - Rocky Point - 4/26
2026-04-26 09:30 - 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 Sisters Gear Swap and Raffle at Hopworks Urban Brewery - 4/28
2026-04-28 18:30 - 20:30
Bring your lightly used riding clothes, workwear, and accessories to our annual gear swap!

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NW Trail Sisters (women-identifying) is hosting a free gear swap with an opportunity to purchase raffle tickets for new gear generously donated by our sponsors. All proceeds go directly back into NW Trail Sisters’ events!

Bring a bag to carry home your goods!

This is a great opportunity to rehome your unwanted gear and add some new-to-you items to your collection. It’s also a chance to make new friends and find a new riding buddy or two, or three!

You may bring good-condition riding gear, workwear, accessories, shoes, hats, and unused or lightly used mountain bike components (please avoid brining boxes full of old greasy bike parts). This event is for people who identify as women or nonbinary.

Don’t have gear to swap? That’s just fine! We want you to show up and shop!

Questions? Contact carriej@nw-trail.org.

CLIMB Trail (Cascade Locks) Campout and Trail Work Party - 5/1-3
2026-05-01 08:00 - 2026-05-03 17:00
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 1 – Sunday May 3. 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!

International Women's Mountain Biking Day at Sandy Ridge - 5/2
2026-05-02 09:30 - 14:00
Women! Bikes! Digging! Riding! Can it get any better??

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International Women’s Mountain Biking Day is celebrated annually on the first Saturday in May. It’s a day for women riders to gather, experience, and share their stoke for mountain biking!

Join NW Trail Sisters and our friends at Simworks, Mt Hood Dirt Divas, Wednesday Wrippers and Timberline for a day of celebrating women who ride.

There will be:

A short morning dig – trail to be determined

Lunch and raffle with Simworks

Guided rides for advanced, intermediate, and beginner!

Save the date! More details to come!

This event will be hosted by NW Trail Sisters and Mt Hood Dirt Divas with support from Simworks, Wednesday Wrippers, Timberline Lodge, and Shredly.

Questions? Email carriej@nw-trail.org

Klootchy Creek | Trail Work Party - 5/3
2026-05-03 09:30 - 12:30
KLOOTCHY CREEK TRAIL WORK PARTY

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Focus: 💙 PaceMaker 💙 improve, define and refine!

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🔧 What We’re Doing

• Benching

• Raking

• Smoothing

• Shaping

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🧰 What to Bring

• Gloves + sturdy shoes (required)

• Water & snacks

• McLeods, Rogue hoes, rakes, shovels (if you have them)

• PPE

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🍻 After Party

Ride • Eat • Drink • Hang

Sponsored by Pelican Brewing Company

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🙌 All experience levels welcome!

No trail work experience needed—we’ll show you the ropes

Natural Selection Tour Queenstown Bike Finals watch Party at evo Portland - 5/5
2026-05-05 17:00 - 21:00
100% of ticket donations benefit NWTA.

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Sliding scale, donation-based entry — pay what you can. All are welcome, whether that’s $0 or any amount that feels right for you.

Suggested contribution: $10+ includes a complimentary drink and a raffle ticket as a thank you for supporting the cause.

Big moments like these are meant to be seen somewhere other than your couch. Join us at evo Portland for the global premiere of Natural Selection Bike.

27 of the world’s most progressive riders, one wild course in Queenstown, and every run dropping at once on the big screen at evo.

We’ll have giveaways, in-store deals, and cold beverages on hand.

Show up for the riding, stay for the energy—this is how it’s meant to be watched.

DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge: Flow Motion and Middle/Lower Hide and Seek - 5/9
2026-05-09 09:00 - 15:00
Berm and jump refreshes on Flow Motion and Hide and Seek.

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Join us for a Trail Maintenance day at Sandy Ridge. Trail work will last approximately 6 hours, wrapping up at 3:00 p.m.

Schedule:

9:00 AM Safety Meeting in Parking Lot

9:15 AM Drive up to tool storage area

9:30 AM Head out to work areas

2:00 – 2:30 PM Finish up work and head back to tool storage area

2:30 – 3:00 PM Clean tools and have after trail work refreshments

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

DIG DAY — Rocky Point, Strasser - 5/9
2026-05-09 09:00 - 13:30
Come out and help improve the tread on Strasser!

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We will be widening tread and fixing ruts in places that need it, fixing bottom portions of drops/downhills, fixing drainage issues, and repairing divots left from the elk. Bryan H. will be leading the dig!

Safety meeting starts at 9 a.m at the Rocky Point gazebo.Note: Please arrive 15 minutes early to ensure that you are ready to roll. We work in most weather, so come prepared for the elements.What to bring:

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

Hard hat or bike helmet (mandatory)

Water

Snacks

Optional: Your bike and favorite trail tool ! We have tools, but please feel free to bring your own.

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

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

Cyclepath Anniversary Celebration - 5/9
2026-05-09 20:00 - 23:55
Cyclepath Anniversary Celebration!

A portion of ticket proceeds benefits NWTA’s programming. Ticket sales hosted by Cyclepath:

https://events.humanitix.com/cyclepath-presents-live-concert-benefiting-nwta

Saturday, May 9th

Alberta Street Pub

1036 NE Alberta Street, Portland, OR, 97211

Ride Leader Training with NWTA - 5/14
2026-05-14 17:30 - 20:00
Ever wanted to help support NWTA’s group rides? Interested in building your leadership skills out on the trails? Join us!

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Have you ever volunteered to lead a group ride and found yourself in over your head?

Unsure how to manage multiple skill levels and puzzled by what to do when riders go different paces?

Have you wanted to sweep a mountain bike race, but wished you had more background going into it?

Ever wanted to help with a group ride and wondered if you’re a “good enough” rider?

NWTA’s Ride Leader Training helps prepare you to confidently lead and sweep group rides–like Good GRVL! or Good Dirt! with River City Bicycles–and teaches you to anticipate the types of things that happen when folks ride in groups.

This class is for anyone who wants to share their love for the trails with others and is looking to gain experience to lead or sweep a ride.

During this class we will help prepare you to host a ride as a volunteer ride leader or sweep rider (a leader who picks up the rear and troubleshoots problems). We’ll cover basic preparation, how to plan your ride, important considerations for the day, and how to assess whether your riders are up for the trail you have in mind.

You will also learn how to accurately describe the trail, how to pace your group, and communication expectations for the ride. We will discuss the difference between a skills instructor and a ride leader, review important safety considerations, and practice skills to help you monitor your riders, as well as what to do if something unexpected happens along the way!

Rider Experience: beginner to advanced! You don’t have to be an advanced or even intermediate to lead a ride!

Bike: For this class, you may bring a mountain bike, hybrid or e-bike in good working condition with tires suitable for dirt trails. No kickstands or street/smooth tires. Flat pedals are recommended but not required. Fenders are OK as long as they don’t make noise or interfere with the seat, because we may move the seat up and down for some of the skills.

Required Gear:

-A properly fitting helmet in good condition and is less than 5 years old.

-Water bottle and snacks

-Clothing appropriate for the weather

-Tools for moving the seat up and down if necessary

-Pack to carry layers, snacks, tools and water

Recommended Gear:

-Full fingered gloves

-Knee and elbow protection

-Eye protection

-Tools and supplies to change a flat tire

A note on cost and volunteer commitment: NWTA is offering this training to our members free of charge, with the expectation that participants will seek out at least two opportunities to lead or sweep NWTA social rides in the 2026 riding season.

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

NW Trail Sisters' Women's Beginner Ride at Sandy Ridge - 5/16
2026-05-16 09:30 - 12:30
Trail Sisters hears you and we are answering your call! Join us at Sandy Ridge for a chill, guided ride.

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This will be a chill, guided ride around the trails at Sandy. Ride at your own pace, get comfy on your bike, learn from others, and maybe come away with a riding buddy or two!

Meet at the main parking lot. Your ride leaders will meet you there, go over bike safety, talk about route options, and show you around!

Note this is not a clinic, just an opportunity to come together and ride with other women who are just getting into mountain biking.

There will be at least 300 feet of climbing on a paved road. Though this a slower-paced, no-drop ride, please assess your fitness honestly to ensure are able to do this and still have a good time!

Please bring:

A mountain bike in good working order (just front, or front and rear suspension, knobby tires, enough gears to get you up hills, flat handlebar, tires pumped, sealant checked, bolts tight, chain clean and lubed, brakes and shifters working)

Snacks and water

A multi-tool, hand pump, and extra tube are also good to have!

If you reigster but find that you are not able to make it, please cancel your Eventbrite registration so our ride leaders have a good idea of how many folks to expect.

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

Contact carriej@nw-trail.org with any questions.

DIG DAY - Hagg Lake - 5/24
2026-05-24 09:00 - 15:00
We are hoping to finish work on a re-route of the Hagg Lake loop trail between Turtle (7) and Gandolf’s (8)!

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Event sponsors:

Northwest Trail Alliance: https://nw-trail.org/

Washington County Parks: https://washcoparks.org/

Planned agenda:

9:00 – 9:15: meet at Eagle Point (34) overflow parking area, check in, welcome, safety talk, and work overview

9:15 – 9:30: gather tools, carpool and caravan to location of work – Turtle (7) or Gandolf’s (8)

9:30 – 9:45: review work plans

9:45 – 12:00: trail work

12:00 – 12:15: break

12:15-2:30: trail work

2:30 – 2:45: walk back to worksite trailhead (either Turtle or Gandolf’s)

2:45 – 3:00 PM: depart area

Work notes:

A bridge between Turtle (7) and Gandolf’s (8) was uprooted, resulting in a partial closure of the loop trail. Washington County Parks has received approval from the Bureau of Land Reclamation for a 1/2 mile – 1 mile re-route to restore access to the trail. We are building that section of trail. It will likely include installation of a short bridge, one culvert, 3+ rock sections, 3+ climbing turns, and potentially retaining walls. For this work party, we’ll be continuing construction of the new section – and potentially one or more of the planned features.

Equipment we will be using will include, but not be limited to: rakes, McLeods, Pulaskis, hoes, shovels, chainsaws, hand saws, loppers, wheelbarrows, buckets, and others. Tools will be provided; however, if you’d like to bring additional tools, you are welcome and encouraged to do so.

Equipment needed: helmet (cycling helmets are OK), long pants, sturdy, comfortable footwear, and good work gloves. We can help ensure you have a helmet, if needed. Long sleeve shirts are recommended. If conditions are wet, rain gear is recommended.

Other Notes:

Drinks, snacks, and swag will not be provided at the end of this event. Please bring water and snacks to keep with you at the work site.

Parking passes will be provided; no parking fee is required.

Volunteer waivers will be available at the work site. They will need to be signed prior to beginning work. If possible, please sign the online waiver attached with this invitation prior to arrival.

NWTA volunteer hours will be logged for you.

Volunteers under age 18 will need a parent or supervising adult with them.

The nearest restrooms are at: Eagle Point Recreation Area (34), Elks Creek (1), Sain Creek Recreation Area (13), & C-Ramp Recreation area (14).

The nearest market is 7-Star Convenience Store (formerly Lake Stop Grocery) on Old 47, shortly before the park entrance.

If you need documents signed proving work completed, we will have staff available to sign them.

You’re welcome and encouraged to ride the trail after the work party; we can store bikes in a very safe area while working, if needed!

If you have any questions, please contact me: Dan Werle // (503) 719-3226 // danwerle@gmail.com

Thanks!

NW Trail Sisters' Women's Beginner Ride at Gateway Green - 5/24
2026-05-24 10:00 - 12:30
Trail Sisters hears you and we are answering your call for a beginner group ride! Join us at Gateway Green for a chill, guided ride.

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This will be a chill, guided ride around the trails at Gateway Green. Ride at your own pace, get comfy on your bike, learn from others, and maybe come away with a riding buddy or two!

Meet at the north end of the park near the entrances of Ted’s Traverse and Meadow Loop. Your ride leaders will meet you there, go over bike safety, talk about route options, and show you around the park!

Note this is not a clinic, just an opportunity to come together and ride with other women who are just getting into mountain biking.

Please bring:

A mountain bike in good working order (just front, or front and rear suspension, knobby tires, enough gears to get you up hills, flat handlebar, tires pumped, sealant checked, bolts tight, chain clean and lubed, brakes and shifters working)

Snacks and water

A multi-tool, hand pump, and extra tube are also good to have!

If you reigster but find that you are not able to make it, please cancel your Eventbrite registration so our ride leaders have a good idea of how many folks to expect.

Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE.

Contact carriej@nw-trail.org with any questions.

DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge: Let's get Sandy ready for shuttle day - 5/30
2026-05-30 09:00 - 15:00
Shuttle day is June 13th. Time to put the finishing touches on the trails for the event.

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Join us for a Trail Maintenance day at Sandy Ridge. Trail work will last approximately 6 hours, wrapping up at 3:00 p.m.

Schedule:

9:00 AM Safety Meeting in Parking Lot

9:15 AM Drive up to tool storage area

9:30 AM Head out to work areas

2:00 – 2:30 PM Finish up work and head back to tool storage area

2:30 – 3:00 PM Clean tools and have after trail work refreshments

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

Coldwater Lake Campout and Trail Work Party - 6/5-7
2026-06-05 10:00 - 2026-06-07 14:00
Join NWTA for a work party and optional campout at Coldwater Lake in the Mt. St. Helens National Monument.

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Due to our strong partnership with the US Forest Service we are permitted to camp overnight (primitive) from June 5th – June 7th 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), otherwise a tool will be provided for you.

Food will not be provided for Friday night campers

After the work party, NWTA will host an early dinner 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

Lapquest at EasyCLIMB - 6/6
2026-06-06 08:30 - 15:00
A group ride with and an endurance challenge. The challenge is to do as many laps you can within 2 hours.

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LapQuest is a grassroots social ride event with an endurance challenge.

A fun-filled day of mountain biking, community camaraderie, and delicious food provided by Qdoba.

You set the pace and decide how many laps you want to complete. Whether you’re looking to casually ride for a couple of hours or push yourself to complete as many laps as possible.

LapQuest is a community-building event to celebrate the amazing volunteers who help build and maintain the trails we love to ride in Cascade Locks.

Why LapQuest?

Grassroots Glory: LapQuest unites biking enthusiasts for a grassroots challenge that’s all about passion, grit, and community.

Cascade Locks Magic: Chosen for its spectator-friendly vibe, Cascade Locks serves as the perfect backdrop for your biking triumphs.

Scenic Thrills: Set on the banks of the Columbia River, LapQuest offers breathtaking views to accompany your biking feats of endurance.

Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026

Event Schedule:

Check in starts at 8:30 a.m.

Welcome and event safety talk at 9:00 a.m.

Riders stage at 9:30 a.m.

Riders start at 10:00 a.m. and finish by 12:00 (noon)

Social is from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Event Meeting Location: 199 Cramblett Way, Cascade Locks, OR 97014

Trail Information: EasyCLIMB via TrailForks

Once Registered, make sure to sign the LapQuest Event Waiver

Questions: Email tedd@nw-trail.org

Sandy Ridge Shuttle - 6/13
2026-06-13 08:00 - 17:00

DIG DAY - Hagg Lake - 6/14
2026-06-14 09:00 - 15:00
With the start of summer, we plan to begin brushing as much of the trail as possible.

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Event sponsors:

Northwest Trail Alliance: https://nw-trail.org/

Washington County Parks: https://washcoparks.org/

Planned agenda:

9:00 – 9:15: meet at Eagle Point (34) overflow parking area, check in, welcome, safety talk, and work overview

9:15 – 9:30: gather tools, carpool and caravan to location of work

9:30 – 9:45: review work plans

9:45 – 12:00: trail work

12:00 – 12:15: break

12:15-2:30: trail work

2:30 – 2:45: walk back to worksite trailhead(s)

2:45 – 3:00 PM: depart area

Work notes:

We plan to begin brushing out as much of the loop trail as possible.

Equipment we will be using will include, but not be limited to: brush cutters, trimmers, rakes, McLeods, Pulaskis, hoes, shovels, chainsaws, hand saws, loppers, wheelbarrows, buckets, and others. Tools will be provided; however, if you’d like to bring additional tools, you are welcome and encouraged to do so.

Equipment needed: helmet (cycling helmets are OK), long pants, sturdy, comfortable footwear, and good work gloves. We can help ensure you have a helmet, if needed. Long sleeve shirts are recommended. If conditions are wet, rain gear is recommended.

Other Notes:

Drinks, snacks, and swag will not be provided at the end of this event. Please bring water and snacks to keep with you at the work site.

Parking passes will be provided; no parking fee is required.

Volunteer waivers will be available at the work site. They will need to be signed prior to beginning work. If possible, please sign the online waiver attached with this invitation prior to arrival.

NWTA volunteer hours will be logged for you.

Volunteers under age 18 will need a parent or supervising adult with them.

The nearest restrooms are at: Eagle Point Recreation Area (34), Elks Creek (1), Sain Creek Recreation Area (13), & C-Ramp Recreation area (14).

The nearest market is 7-Star Convenience Store (formerly Lake Stop Grocery) on Old 47, shortly before the park entrance.

If you need documents signed proving work completed, we will have staff available to sign them.

You’re welcome and encouraged to ride the trail after the work party; we can store bikes in a very safe area while working, if needed!

If you have any questions, please contact me: Dan Werle // (503) 719-3226 // danwerle@gmail.com

Thanks!

Tillicum Tending 2026 with NWTA - 6/20-21
2026-06-20 09:00 - 2026-06-21 16:00
Join Orogenesis and the Northwest Trail Alliance deep in the Gifford Pinchot this June to finish our maintenance work on the Tillicum Trail—have you ridden it yet? Tillicum is one of the most primitive trails remaining on the 18omi Loowit Tier we launched last summer. Let’s finish tuning it up! A historic and surprisingly fun trail, and relatively easy pedal loop.

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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.

NW Trail Sisters' Women's Beginner Ride at Stub Stewart - 6/20
2026-06-20 10:00 - 13:00
Trail Sisters hears you and we are answering your call! Join us at Stub Stewart for a chill, guided ride.

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