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SUMMARY:Friday Morning Group Ride - 10/4
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual Friday morning bike ride to kickstart your weekend with some fresh air and exercise! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nregister here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWeather and Trail conditions permitting! \n\n\n\n(Weekday Friday morning Group ride) \n\n\n\nDon’t want to ride alone? \n\n\n\nWant to meet other riders? \n\n\n\nNeed to just get out and ride? \n\n\n\nIntermediate riders are welcome to join a relaxed Friday morning group ride! \n\n\n\nRide is approximately 6-7 miles long. Maybe 2-3 hrs. \n\n\n\nThe ride is open to all genders and will be led by Ride Leader Chris Kelly! \n\n\n\nWhere to meet: \n\n\n\nMeet at the Rocky Point Trailhead parking lot at 10 am. \n\n\n\nWhat does the ride look like: \n\n\n\nThis will be a relaxed ride that starts at the Rocky Point(RP) main parking lot Gazebo\, to RP United\, to The Hive\, to The Strasser\, to Joy Climb to Nettle Alley\, then back to RP United and finishing in the Rocky Point(RP) main parking lot. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: \n\n\n\nA mountain bike in working order \n\n\n\nHelmet \n\n\n\nWater & Snacks \n\n\n\nFirst Aid Kit/ tools for bike repair/ etc. \n\n\n\nQuestions or if you can’t make it please get in touch with Chris Kelly \n\n\n\nemail all-in-clubs@live.com \n\n\n\nOnce registered\, please sign the waiver HERE. \n\n\n\nIf you’re a non-member and want a free one-month membership\, click the link below. \n\n\n\nRocky Point Waiver Access Only (temporary\, non-voting membership) (nw-trail.org)
URL:https://nw-trail.org/event/friday-morning-group-ride-10-4/
CATEGORIES:Group Ride,Rocky Point
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SUMMARY:DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge - 10/5
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Sandy Ridge. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nregister here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Sandy Ridge Trailhead \n\n\n\nTrail work will last approximately 5 hours\, wrapping up at 3:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nWhat To Bring: \n\n\n\nYour bike (optional) \n\n\n\nWork clothes: Light long-sleeve shirt\, long pants (no shorts)\, boots\, gloves\, eye protection\, and gloves \n\n\n\nJacket (be prepared) \n\n\n\nHard hat or bike helmet (mandatory) \n\n\n\nWater \n\n\n\nSnacks \n\n\n\nLunch \n\n\n\nFavorite trail tool\, McLeod or Rouge Hoe (We have tools\, but please feel free to bring your own) \n\n\n\nOptional: Folding Handsaw \n\n\n\nSafety 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). \n\n\n\nOnce registered\, please sign the waiver HERE. \n\n\n\nEmail volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions
URL:https://nw-trail.org/event/dig-day-sandy-ridge-10-5/
CATEGORIES:Dig Days,Sandy Ridge,Trail Work
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SUMMARY:DIG DAY — Klootchy Creek - 10/5
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a dig day at Klootchy Creek! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nregister here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n10am – 2pm at Klootchy Creek Park \n\n\n\nTrail work will last approximately 4 hours\, wrapping up at 2:00. \n\n\n\nAll levels of experience are welcome. Never done trail work before? No problem\, we’ll show you the ropes! \n\n\n\nSocial rides\, food\, and beverages in the parking lot afterward. All family-friendly! \n\n\n\nWhat To Bring: \n\n\n\nYour bike (optional) \n\n\n\nWork clothes: Light long-sleeve shirt\, Long Pants (no shorts)\, Boots\, Gloves\, Eye Protection & Gloves \n\n\n\nLayers for weather \n\n\n\nWater \n\n\n\nSnacks/lunch \n\n\n\nTrail tools if you have some that you like\, but don’t worry if not! We’ll set you up. \n\n\n\nSafety 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! \n\n\n\nOnce registered\, please sign the waiver HERE \n\n\n\nEmail volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions. Thanks!
URL:https://nw-trail.org/event/dig-day-klootchy-creek-10-5/
CATEGORIES:Dig Days,Family Friendly,Klootchy Creek,Trail Work
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SUMMARY:Gateway Green Celebration + Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day - 10/5
DESCRIPTION:Where: Gateway Green Bike Park\, north of Gateway Transit Center (along the 1-205 bike/pedestrian path). \n\n\n\nA combined event to celebrate: The completion of the entry plaza\, expanded trails\, and the annual Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day withbike stations\, loaner bikes\, refreshments\, and more! This incredible event is made possible by Portland Parks & Recreation and TriMet. \n\n\n\nAccess Info: This is a car-free park. \n\n\n\nFor more programming and access information\, please visit: portland.gov/parks/gateway-green
URL:https://nw-trail.org/event/gateway-green-celebration-take-a-kid-mountain-biking-day-10-5/
CATEGORIES:#kidsthatshred,Family Friendly,Gateway Green,NWTA Events,Public Outreach,Regional Events,Signature Event
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SUMMARY:Suspension Clinic — Bounce House x NWTA - 10/5
DESCRIPTION:This is your chance to get your suspension dialed in with a session alongside a Bounce House suspension tech at Rocky Point. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nregister here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDo you ever struggle with setting up your suspension correctly? Do you ever drop into a new line wondering if your suspension is giving you the best performance possible?Get rid of those worries and snag a hands-on session with a suspension technician from Bounce House!This free clinic will give you the chance to grab an hour-long session with a suspension expert. Bounce House will focus on a technique called bracketing. You will establish baselines at both extremes of your settings. Take notes\, and then adjust based on your findings. The goal is to settle on the perfect settings while gaining knowledge around the feeling of the extreme ends of your settings. Giving you the knowledge you need to make informed adjustments when riding different terrain types and trail styles. \n\n\n\nDateOctober 5th from 12:00pm to 3:00pm \n\n\n\nLocationRocky PointBounce House will set up at the road crossing on The BusThis will give riders the ability to do laps on The Bus\, Axolotl\, and Pillow Talk.GPS coordinates : 45.685320 -122.896045Please ride in and be ready at the location above 10 minutes before the event.*Be ready to pedal! \n\n\n\n4 Hour Session Details:Check-in & overview — 12:00 – 12:30Lap\, take notes\, and adjust settings — 12:30 – 4:00 \n\n\n\nSign-upGrab a ticket and show up!Please be ready to go 10 minutes before your start time. \n\n\n\nConsiderationsThis clinic will focus on bracketing your settings to help you figure out what works best for your riding style. Come prepared ready to take notes!Questions?Please reach out to charliek@nw-trail.org with any questions.
URL:https://nw-trail.org/event/suspension-clinic-bounce-house-x-nwta-10-5/
CATEGORIES:Clinic,NWTA Events,Public Outreach,Rocky Point,Skills Clinic
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SUMMARY:Saw Certification Course - 10/7-9
DESCRIPTION:USFS-sanctioned Chainsaw- bucking only – Certification Course (3 days) \n\n\n\n\nregister here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLOCATION \n\n\n\nZigzag Saw Training Center \n\n\n\n70303 US-26 Rhododendron\, OR 97049 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nABOUT THIS EVENT \n\n\n\nSaw Instructors: Vito P. – Josh D. – Gabe S. \n\n\n\nMax Size of Crew: 12 \n\n\n\nHike Distance: < 3 miles \n\n\n\nElevation Gain: (in ft) < 500 ft. \n\n\n\nHike Intensity: Low to Moderate \n\n\n\nWork Intensity: Low to Moderate \n\n\n\nWork Type: Sawyer Certification \n\n\n\nFirst Day: 6-8 hrs of classroom and 1-2 hrs hands-on instruction \n\n\n\nSecond Day: 2 hrs review and 4-6 hrs field evaluation \n\n\n\nThird Day: 6-8 hrs field evaluations and review of results \n\n\n\nLand Manager: Mt Hood National Forest \n\n\n\nDistrict: Zigzag and Clackamas \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis TKO Saw School training event is for volunteers\, professionals\, and agency staff who are looking to receive an initial chainsaw certification or recertification. TKO encourages students with little to no experience\, to begin with an initial crosscut saw certification class before moving to the chainsaw. \n\n\n\n* **The ticket price for volunteers is optional. For those with the means to pay the volunteer ticket price\, you’ll be paying forward other volunteers access to training sessions such as these. *** \n\n\n\nInitial Chainsaw Bucking Certification (3 days): You must be at least 18 years old to attend. Every saw operator must be certified to ensure safe and quality work. This session is for those who do not have a USFS saw certification card or those who are pursuing advancement in their current certification. Look in the TKO event calendar for a one day recertification event if you already have a USFS saw certification and are looking to recertify. \n\n\n\nThe course will cover key safety procedures and best practices for clearing trails effectively in challenging and potentially hazardous situations. Day one is a 7-8 hr classroom (PowerPoint and video instruction) with possible field instruction depending on the weather conditions. Day two is a 1-2 hr review followed by 4-6 hrs of field practice. Day three will be 6-8 hrs of field evaluations. Candidates typically receive an “A” level certification. Candidates who demonstrate extensive skill and leadership with considerable hands-on saw experience may receive “B” level certification. We will be utilizing the new USFS Saw Training curriculum “Developing Thinking Sawyers”. \n\n\n\n**A current First Aid and CPR certification is required to attend the field portions of this event and for saw certifications to be valid.** TKO staff\, volunteers\, professionals\, and USFS staff cannot use crosscut saws or chainsaws unless they hold a recognized and valid sawyer certification\, First Aid\, and CPR card. You can enter your current or expired First Aid/CPR certification by clicking on this link. First Aid/CPR Record. \n\n\n\nNote: Please bring work gloves\, safety glasses\, hard hats\, hearing protection\, and chainsaw chaps. Some of these PPE items can be provided by TKO staff if needed. \n\n\n\nTKO does have chainsaws that can be used by students if you do not own a saw. \n\n\n\nPlease contact vito.perrone@trailkeepersoforegon.org if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nPotential cancellation: We will not work in the field if the weather is not safe for our team. \n\n\n\nDirections: Directions will be provided to participants as we get closer to the scheduled event dates. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: \n\n\n\n\nFood for all three days of the event.\n\n\n\nPlenty of water for all three days of the event.\n\n\n\nSnacks\n\n\n\nGloves\, Safety Glasses\, Hard Hat\, Hearing Protection\, Chainsaw Chaps\, Saw Fuel\, Bar Oil\, etc.\n\n\n\nHand Sanitizer\n\n\n\n\nWhat to wear: \n\n\n\n\nBoots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. Boots must cover your ankles. No tennis shoes allowed.)\n\n\n\nWork gloves\n\n\n\nA long-sleeved shirt is a requirement\n\n\n\nLong pants are required\n\n\n\nHearing protection is a requirement\n\n\n\nChainsaw chaps are required\n\n\n\nFace Mask (optional for indoor class\, optional for outdoors)\n\n\n\nRain gear as appropriate for the weather\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? \n\n\n\nPlease contact Vito Perrone at vito.perrone@trailkeepersoforegon.org. \n\n\n\nAdditional Information: \n\n\n\nCheck out the TK-U Saw School page for more info. \n\n\n\nFree online crosscut course from the University of Montana. \n\n\n\nSaws That Sing. A guide to using crosscut saw. \n\n\n\nOne moving part: The Forest Service Ax Manual
URL:https://nw-trail.org/event/saw-certification-course-10-7-9/
CATEGORIES:Clinic
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SUMMARY:DIG DAY — Falls Creek Trail - 10/12
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Falls Creek. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nregister here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDIG DAY — Falls Creek Trail\n\n\n\n9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Falls Creek Falls/McLellan Meadows trail \n\n\n\nTrail work will last approximately 5 hours\, wrapping up at 2:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nWe will meet at the Post Office in Carson Washington and carpool to the work site. \n\n\n\nThe 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.  \n\n\n\nWhat To Bring: \n\n\n\nYour bike (optional) \n\n\n\nWork clothes: Light long sleeve shirt\, long pants (no shorts)\, boots\, gloves\, eye protection\, and gloves \n\n\n\nJacket (be prepared) \n\n\n\nHard hat or bike helmet (mandatory) \n\n\n\nWater \n\n\n\nSnacks \n\n\n\nLunch \n\n\n\nFavorite trail tool\, McLeod or Rouge Hoe (We have tools\, but please feel free to bring your own) \n\n\n\nOptional: Folding Handsaw \n\n\n\nSafety 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). \n\n\n\nOnce registered\, please sign the waiver HERE \n\n\n\nEmail Charles Kim: chas60422@yahoo.com or volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions
URL:https://nw-trail.org/event/dig-day-falls-creek-trail-10-12/
CATEGORIES:Dig Days,Falls Creek,Trail Work
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SUMMARY:DIG DAY — Sandy Ridge - 10/19
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Sandy Ridge. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nregister here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhat To Bring: \n\n\n\nYour bike (optional) \n\n\n\nWork clothes: Light long-sleeve shirt\, long pants (no shorts)\, boots\, gloves\, eye protection\, and gloves \n\n\n\nJacket (be prepared) \n\n\n\nHard hat or bike helmet (mandatory) \n\n\n\nWater \n\n\n\nSnacks \n\n\n\nLunch \n\n\n\nFavorite trail tool\, McLeod or Rouge Hoe (We have tools\, but please feel free to bring your own) \n\n\n\nOptional: Folding Handsaw \n\n\n\nSafety 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). \n\n\n\nOnce registered\, please sign the waiver HERE \n\n\n\nEmail volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions
URL:https://nw-trail.org/event/dig-day-sandy-ridge-10-19/
CATEGORIES:Dig Days,Sandy Ridge,Trail Work
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SUMMARY:DIG DAY — Powell Butte - 10/19
DESCRIPTION:Trail building opportunity in the City of Portland! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nregister here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nWe 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. \n\n\n\nWear 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. \n\n\n\nTime: 9am-1pm \n\n\n\nMeeting location: 5607 SE 145th Ave \n\n\n\nGoogle Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xSWpKGn8y1hXXUXJ7 \n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact: Ahmed Yusuf (he/him/his) \n\n\n\nStewardship Coordinator | City Nature Division \n\n\n\nPortland Parks & Recreation \n\n\n\nPhone: 503-260-2329 (mobile) \n\n\n\nEmail: Ahmed.Yusuf@portlandoregon.gov
URL:https://nw-trail.org/event/dig-day-powell-butte/
CATEGORIES:Dig Days,Family Friendly,Powell Butte,Trail Work
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