Written by Nathan Frechen, Tillamook LST Hi all – many thanks for the folks that braved the cold conditions on Saturday. We were able to get several trees cut out on Gales Creek trail between Summit TH and Gales Creek campground, and a number of rootwad tread issues mostly resolved. We’ll be back at it … Read More
Written by Nathan Frechen, Tillamook LST Work completed Saturday, January 14th: All downed trees on Step Creek & Gales Creek (between Reehers & Storey Burn junction) were removed. Total of 43 trees were cut out, and 12.5 miles of trail were cleared by six folks. Huge thanks to Brad, Pam, and Jay, who cleared 26 … Read More
Come help either upgrade Sicktar Lars with new features or do some brushing/treadwork on Wilson River Trail (snow levels to make decision). REGISTER HERE. Final details (where/when to meet up, what to bring, etc) will be emailed out no less than 3 days in advance. Work days typically include a 1.5-2.0 hr bike ride/hike, work … Read More
Tread repair on Gales Creek trail and/or logout on Wilson River Trail. REGISTER HERE. Final details (where/when to meet up, what to bring, etc) will be emailed out to attendees on Friday 1/20/23. Work locations are less than 3.0 miles round trip on foot. Tools can be provided as needed. Please direct any questions to … Read More
** Trail work report ** Written by Nathan Frechen, Tillamook LST On Saturday, January 7th, 2023, 16 volunteers made their way out to the Tillamook State Forest to remove trees knocked down in recent wind events. Breaking into three crews, they managed to clear over 7 miles worth of non-motorized trails and removed around 45 … Read More
Come help clean up both Storey Burn and Sicktar Lars trails after the recent storm. REGISTER HERE. Meet at the Storey Burn Trailhead and be ready to go by 9:30. Work days typically include working for 3-4 hrs, then hot food and a variety of beverages afterward. Work locations are less than 3.0 miles round … Read More
Written by Nancy Stone, Education & Sustainability Director ([email protected]) What makes a trail sustainable? Why do sustainable trails matter? These are questions we ask at every Trail School, and they usually lead to some pretty good discussions! Here are a few examples of answers that participants provide. A sustainable trail means that water doesn’t get stuck … Read More
Come help either upgrade Sicktar Lars with new features or do some brushing/treadwork on Wilson River Trail (snow levels to make decision). REGISTER HERE. Final details (where/when to meet up, what to bring, etc) will be emailed out no less than 3 days in advance. Work days typically include a 1.5-2.0 hr bike ride/hike, work … Read More
Work will include brushing and tread work on either Sicktar Lars or Wilson River Trail, depending on snow levels. REGISTER HERE. Final details (where/when to meet up, what to bring, etc) will be emailed out no less than 3 days in advance. Work days typically include a 1.5-2.0 hr bike ride/hike, work for 3-4 hrs, … Read More
November 12 and 13 was a BUSY weekend for Northwest Trail Alliance volunteers and members! All told, there was over 400 hours of volunteer work put in over the course of the weekend spread across 6 different locations including a night ride social at Stub Stewart. Here are some highlights. FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS AT STUB … Read More