Join TKO for trail stewardship in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area!Crew Leader: Josh DurhamHike Distance: 1.5 miles round tripElevation Gain: 400 feetHike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:We will be working on restoring tread width on the 400 trail, east of Herman Creek. Expect to use grubbing tools, and lopper and saws.Hiking information:We will […]

We'll be building a realignment of the Collins Trail to bypass a poorly graded switchback.Crew Leader: Natalie FerraroHike Distance: <1 mile round tripElevation Gain: <500 feetHike Difficulty: Easy/ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Description: We'll be building a new realignment of the Collins Trail!Click here to learn what you need to know before registering for this event.Project Overview: […]

Keep cutting back brush on the east loop trail!Crew Leader: SaileeHike Distance: 3 mi.Elevation Gain: <200ft.Hike Difficulty: moderateWork Difficulty: easyProject Overview:We will be meeting at Sunset Bay state park and continue work to keep the east loop trail from disappearing in to the brush! Come help us! We provide the equipment, no experience necessary!What to […]

Maintenance to reopen the Arch Cape TrailCrew Leader: Emily A.Hike Distance: <2 mi.Elevation Gain: <500ft.Hike Difficulty: easyWork Difficulty: moderateProject Overview:This section of the Arch Cape - Falcon Cove Trail has been closed since last fall's storms due to extensive blowdown. The trail has been (mostly) cleared and we will be working on repairing damaged sections […]

Help maintain one of the most popular trails at Smith Rock State ParkCrew Leader: Curtis SmithMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 4 milesElevation Gain: 900 ftHike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Description: Re-bench - fix trail treadProject Overview:Maintenance on the West side of the popular Misery Ridge trail at Smith Rock State Park.Hiking information:We will be […]

A trail party day at Chehalem Ridge Nature Park, hosted by and for Women Who Explore!Crew Leader: AlisonMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 3 miles totalElevation Gain: (in ft) 300Hike Difficulty: Easy/ModerateWork Difficulty: EasyWork Description: Final brushing of a new trail system slated to open by the end of this year.Project Overview:We'll be brushing the […]

Join TKO as we perform seasonal logout activities on the 400 trail!Join TKO as we perform seasonal logout activities on the Gorge 400 trail!Crew Leader: Josh DurhamMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 2 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) approx 700Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Description: Logout and tread workProject Overview:We will be using crosscut saws to […]

Let’s walk the Pack Trail and scout for trail maintenance!Crew Leader: SaileeHike Distance: 4 mi.Elevation Gain: <200ft.Hike Difficulty: moderateWork Difficulty: easyProject Overview:We will be meeting at Sunset Bay state park and walk the Pack Trail to look for needed trail maintenance, no experience necessary! Download Gaia GPS to also learn to use this map app.What […]

Maintenance to reopen the Arch Cape TrailCrew Leader: Mark W.Hike Distance: <2 mi.Elevation Gain: <500ft.Hike Difficulty: easyWork Difficulty: moderateProject Overview:This section of the Arch Cape - Falcon Cove Trail has been closed since last fall's storms due to extensive blowdown. The trail has been (mostly) cleared and we will be working on repairing damaged sections […]

A trail party hosted by and for women! This event is open to women and gender-expansive folks who find themselves at home in women's spaces.Crew Leader: SusanMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 3 miles totalElevation Gain: (in ft) 300Hike Difficulty: Easy/ModerateWork Difficulty: EasyWork Description: Final brushing of a new trail system slated to open by […]

Join TKO as we continue work on the Centennial Trail project and bridges!Crew Leader: NelsonMax Size of Crew: 8Hike Distance: 1 mileElevation Gain: MinimalHike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:The project will be to work either on the trail or assist with work on the bridges, depending on the needs of State Park Rangers.Hiking information:This hike […]

Join TKO as we continue work on the Centennial Trail project and bridges!Crew Leader: Art MillsHike Distance: 1/4 mileElevation Gain: 0Hike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: Moderate/HardProject Overview:The project will be to work either on the trail or assist with work on the bridges, depending on the needs of State Park Rangers.Hiking information:This hike will take place […]

Join us as we continue our work at beautiful Eagle Fern Park near Estacada. Crew Leader: Elaine K. Hike Distance: 2 miles round trip ElevCrew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Hike Distance: 2 miles round tripElevation Gain: 300'Hike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:This loop trail at Eagle Fern Park is a 1.5-mile loop that has several […]

This is a follow up to our previous scout at Saddle. We'll be flagging specific drainage issues to further develop a work plan!Crew Leader: Josh D.Hike Distance: approx 5 milesElevation Gain: 1900 feetHike Difficulty: DifficultProject Overview:This Advanced Scouting Lab is geared towards people (especially Crew Leaders and Assistant Crew Leaders) interested in identifying and flagging […]

Join TKO for trail stewardship in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area!Crew Leader: Josh DurhamHike Distance: 1.5 miles round tripElevation Gain: 400 feetHike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:We will be working on restoring tread width on the 400 trail, east of Herman Creek. Expect to use grubbing tools, and lopper and saws.Hiking information:We will […]

South Slough Reserve & TKO team up for Trail Stewardship on the reserve's trail system.South Slough Reserve & TKO team up for Trail Stewardship on the reserve’s trail system.Crew Leader: SaileeHike Distance: 2 miles or less roundtripElevation Gain: 100ftHike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: EasyProject Overview:We are teaming up with the South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve […]

Join us as we continue our work at beautiful Eagle Fern Park near Estacada. Crew Leader: Elaine K. Hike Distance: 2 miles round trip ElevCrew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Hike Distance: 2 miles round tripElevation Gain: 300'Hike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:This loop trail at Eagle Fern Park is a 1.5-mile loop that has several […]

Logout in Sunset Bay management unit.Crew Leader: Vito P.Hike Distance: <4 mi.Elevation Gain: <200ftHike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:We will clear logs off the East loop trail in Sunset Bay State Park. This logout is a great opportunity for A sawyers and those looking to start working with Crosscut saws to gain more experience.What to […]

Interpretive signage installCrew Leader: Emily A.Hike Distance: <3 mi.Elevation Gain: <500ft.Hike Difficulty: easy-moderateWork Difficulty: easy-moderateProject Overview:We'll be installing some interpretive signate along a small loop on the beautiful Headwaters Trail. What to expect: You should expect to participate in this work party for its entirety. For safety reasons, please do not arrive late or expect […]

TKO welcomes supporters in learning about trail stewardship at Oneonta, a freshly restored trail from the Eagle Creek fire!TKO Legacy Builders end of year giving campaign starts November 1st, Week 7 runs 12/13-12/19. Anyone who participates in this event gets access to a number of incentives from our partner Danner & 10 Barrel - Learn […]

Logout on Cape Sebastian North Trail near Gold BeachCrew Leader: Vito P.Hike Distance: <4 mi.Elevation Gain: <600ftHike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:We will clear logs off the Cape Sebastian North Trail near Gold Beach. This logout is a great opportunity for A sawyers and those looking to start working with Crosscut saws to gain more […]

Maintenance to reopen the Arch Cape TrailCrew Leader: Emily A. Hike Distance: <3 mi. Elevation Gain: <800ft. Hike Difficulty: easy-moderate Work Difficulty: moderate Project Overview: This section of the Arch Cape – Falcon Cove Trail has been closed since last fall’s storms due to extensive blowdown. The trail has been (mostly) cleared and we will […]

We will be salvaging downed fir trees that fell during February's ice storm.Crew Leader: Hope McKeeHike Distance: at trailheadElevation Gain: minimalHike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:At the lower end of the Viewpoint Trail, a grove of small fir trees experienced significant blowdown in last winter's wind and ice storms. This wood is excellent for use […]

Join us as we continue our work at beautiful Eagle Fern Park near Estacada. Crew Leader: Elaine K. Hike Distance: 2 miles round trip ElevCrew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Hike Distance: 2 miles round tripElevation Gain: 300'Hike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:This loop trail at Eagle Fern Park is a 1.5-mile loop that has several […]

Join us on the Oregon Coast Trail!Crew Leader: Emily A.Hike Distance: Less than 3 mi.Elevation Gain: Varies Hike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: EasyWork Description: Getting to know our Oregon Coast Trails with some hiking stewardship. All welcome!Project Overview:All are welcome to come on out for Lop Along Tuesdays where we'll be walking segments of the beautiful […]

Join TKO for trail stewardship in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area!Crew Leader: Josh DurhamHike Distance: 1.5 miles round tripElevation Gain: 400 feetHike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:We will be working on restoring tread width on the 400 trail, east of Herman Creek. Expect to use grubbing tools, and lopper and saws.Hiking information:We will […]

Join TKO as we continue work on the Centennial Trail project and bridges!Crew Leader: Art MillsHike Distance: 1/4 mileElevation Gain: 0Hike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: Moderate/HardProject Overview:The project will be to work either on the trail or assist with work on the bridges, depending on the needs of State Park Rangers.Hiking information:This hike will take place […]

We will be salvaging downed fir trees that fell during February's ice storm. Crew Leader: Elaine K. Hike Distance: at trailhead ElevCrew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Hike Distance: at trailheadElevation Gain: minimalHike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:At the lower end of the Viewpoint Trail, a grove of small fir trees experienced significant blowdown in last […]

Celebrate the new year with TKO and trail scouting at Tryon State Park!Crew Leader: Josh DurhamHike Distance: up to 5 miles round tripElevation Gain: 400 feetHike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: EasyProject Overview:We will be scouting the trail system at Tryon Creek State Park for future trail parties.Hiking information:We will hike as much of the 4-5 mile […]

Join us as we continue our work at beautiful Eagle Fern Park near Estacada. Crew Leader: Elaine K. Hike Distance: 2 miles round trip ElevCrew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Hike Distance: 2 miles round tripElevation Gain: 300'Hike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:This loop trail at Eagle Fern Park is a 1.5-mile loop that has several […]

Join TKO as we flag specific drainage issues to further develop a work plan!Crew Leader: Josh D.Hike Distance: approx 5 milesElevation Gain: 1900 feetHike Difficulty: DifficultProject Overview:This Advanced Scouting Lab is geared towards people (especially Crew Leaders and Assistant Crew Leaders) interested in identifying and flagging trail problems (specifically drainage issues) to propose solutions for […]

Keep cutting back brush on the east loop trail!Crew Leader: SaileeHike Distance: 3 mi.Elevation Gain: <200ft.Hike Difficulty: moderateWork Difficulty: easyProject Overview:We will be meeting at Sunset Bay state park and continue work to keep the east loop trail from disappearing in to the brush! Come help us! We provide the equipment, no experience necessary!What to […]

An introduction to TKO leadership cultureCrew Leaders: Josh D., Susan S. Max Size of Crew: 12 Hike Distance: <1 miles Elevation Gain: (in ft) N/A Hike Difficulty: N/A Work Difficulty: Easy Work Description: Activities and discussion designed to introduce volunteers to TKO leadership culture Class Overview: Students will come away with: • An understanding of […]

Finish removal of invasive Laurel tree next to Headwaters Trail.Crew Leader: Emily A.Saw Leader: Vito P.Hike Distance: <3 mi.Elevation Gain: <500ft.Hike Difficulty: easy-moderateWork Difficulty: moderateProject Overview:We'll be working with LNCT stewardship staff to complete removal of invasive Laurel tree next to the Headwaters Trail. If time allows, we will also do a logout further up […]

We will be salvaging downed fir trees, peeling the logs and making stakes.Crew Leader: Hope McKeeHike Distance: at trailheadElevation Gain: minimalHike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:At the lower end of the Viewpoint Trail, a grove of small fir trees experienced significant blowdown in last winter's wind and ice storms. This wood is excellent for use […]