Re: Other Group Trail Maintenance events

Jane · Post by **Jane** » January 23rd, 2009, 7:45 pm

http://www.forestparkconservancy.org

Upcoming Volunteer events:

Friends of Forest Park

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES:
Weekday Opportunities

When: Each Thursday at 9:00 am

Where: Changes each week. If you would like to be added to the weekly email list, contact Jeff.

What: Join Jeff Hough, our Trails & Restoration manager for a morning (or longer if you are really gung ho) of various projects in Forest Park. At times, you may be clearing down wood, restoring washed out trails, planting native shrubs, building a bridge, or perhaps just walking and pruning.

Volunteer Work Parties

When: the third Saturday of each month, 9 am to noon.

Where: Meeting location varies - clink on the event for more information, or e-mail us for more details.

Friends of Forest Park has long had an active crew of volunteers working the trails of Forest Park. In 2007, we started a new tradition of offering regular events for members, Forest Park users, and other volunteer enthusiasts.

A typical day involves some routine maintenance, along with small construction projects: building bridges, installing culverts and/or turnpikes, etc. We always have refreshments on hand and raffle off a few prizes (including a free pair of KEEN shoes) at the end of each event.

For more information on any of these events, send an e-mail to [email protected]
Friends of Forest Park

Ryan Ojerio · Post by **Ryan Ojerio** » April 16th, 2009, 1:27 pm

Hi Jane,

thanks for posting info on all these great events!

Jane · Post by **Jane** » April 16th, 2009, 3:46 pm

Thanks Ryan, I just moved this to Trail Rx (so I can find it easier when needing to update

) And anyone who has more trail work events they know of , please feel free to post! The TKO events will be on their own postings. Fun times y'all!

jamesthehiker · Post by **jamesthehiker** » October 15th, 2010, 7:23 am

Thanks Jane; this is very helpful and provides lots of options.

retired jerry · Post by **retired jerry** » October 15th, 2010, 7:47 am

Another option is that on most National Forest trails, you can take some lopers or a saw and remove branches from the trail.

Make sure you cut it off at least 3 feet from the center of the trail.

Christopher_Hunt · Post by **Christopher_Hunt** » November 5th, 2010, 10:55 pm

How can I start volunteering for the trail Rx stuff? I am new to this, so please forgive my ignorance....

Jane · Post by **Jane** » November 5th, 2010, 11:21 pm

Welcome Christopher! That's great that you want to volunteer! Please feel free to contact any of the email addresses or groups listed above. Even if there's no current events, you can be on an email list for notifications. Trail tending is alot of fun and very rewarding - NO special skills required, you learn from the leaders and other trailworkers.
Also check out http://www.trailkeepersoforegon.org, and sign up there for receiving info.

With winter things slow down some, but keep in touch for future opportunities!

Jane · Post by **Jane** » February 17th, 2011, 11:39 pm

Pacific Crest Trail Association
Mt. Hood Chapter

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR TRAIL MAINTENANCE

Here's an early season workout on one of the the most popular trails in the Gorge. If you're up to it please e-mail <[email protected], or phone (503)579-2841.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011 Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area (Oregon side) and Mt. Hood National Forest, Eagle Creek Trail.

Early season log-out and clean-up. Four or five volunteers are needed to swamp for sawyers and do tread repair. Moderate to difficult hiking (8 - 10 miles). Wet and cold - bring rain gear and extra gloves. We provide all tools, hard hats, and safety equipment.

Crew Leader: Bill Hawley. Asst. Crew leader: Roberta Cobb.

Jane · Post by **Jane** » February 17th, 2011, 11:47 pm

Mazamas
http://www.mazamas.org

Trail Tending: Feb 20 (Sun) Linnton Trail Tender.
Richard Pope (503) 641-3609. Annual work party to tidy up this connector trail from Highway 30 to the firelane system in Forest Park. Come prepared for rain and cold weather. Bring gloves, boots, snacks; we supply tools and mud! Easy 3-hour day, all abilities welcome. Meet at the first traffic light approaching Linnton from Portland, trail is on west side of Hwy 30. 1 miles 300 ft. Dr. 0 none 9 a.m.

Trail Tending: Mar 19 (Sat) SOLV Beach Clean Up at Netarts Bay.
Richard Getgen [email protected]. Semi-annual SOLV beach cleanup. Walk the beach between Netarts and Oceanside. Bring gloves and warm clothes. Plan trip to Cheese Factory after clean-up. 2nd meeting place: 9:30 AM at Netarts Boat Ramp. 4.0 miles 0 ft. Dr. 148 Target/185th (SW corner of lot) 8 a.m.

Jane · Post by **Jane** » February 17th, 2011, 11:53 pm

Friends of the Gorge - Upcoming Stewardship Events

"Lend A Hand" Stewardship below Mosier Plateau, OR
Mar. 17, 2011 - Lend a hand removing blackberry at our Land Trust property in Mosier.

"Lend A Hand" Stewardship: Bluebird Education at Mosier Plateau, OR
April 21, 2011 - Learn about Friends' bluebird banding project above Mosier, OR, and help remove invasive teasel.

"Lend A Hand" Stewardship at Cape Horn, WA
Apr. 23, 2011 - Help prepare the site of the future Cape Horn Overlook by removing invasive species and clearing debris.

for more info or to sign up: http://www.gorgefriends.org/event_calen ... nt_type=27

503.241.3762