TKO volunteers will be working this summer to build a new trail, and do general maintenance on an existing trail.Crew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: < 1 mileElevation Gain: (in ft) 300Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Construction of steps, brushing of trail corridorProject Information: Metzler Park near Estacada has […]

TKO brings together the organization's leaders and partners for a special in-person social hour and movie night!TKO brings together the organization’s leaders and partners for a special in-person social hour and movie night! Join TKO at our Portland office for a fun, in-person social hour and a short film viewing. TKO will provide beverages (compliments […]

Join TKO as we (once again) engage in seasonal maintenance on the 400 trail!Crew Leader: Josh DurhamMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 2 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) 800Hike Difficulty: Easy/ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Debris removal, slide mitigation, brushing, sawingProject Information:We'll be clearing winter debris from the 400 trail using loppers, chainsaws, and grubbers. **You must […]

Join TKO as we help ODF continue the Wilson River Trail!Crew Leader: Josh DurhamHike Distance: 3.5 mi.Elevation Gain: 1000'Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:ODF is continuing the Wilson River Trail, and TKO is going to help! We'll be brushing and sawing out a flagged corridor for the new trail segment. BE AWARE THERE IS NO […]

Join us to celebrate the completion of the trail restoration project! Crew Leader: Elaine K. Hike Distance: 2 miles round trip ElevJoin us to celebrate the completion of the trail restoration project! Crew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K. Hike Distance: 2 miles round trip (optional hike) Elevation Gain: 300′ Hike Difficulty: Easy Work Difficulty: Easy […]

Join TKO + AR at Newell Creek Canyon for a field exercise in Guidelines for Providing Trail Information for People with Disabilities.TKO is excited to welcome Georgena Moran from Access Recreation as the keynote speaker and training facilitator for our 2022 Leadership Summit Series. Co-founder of Access Recreation, Georgena works to bring better information to […]

Join TKO as we (once again) engage in seasonal maintenance on the 400 trail!Crew Leader: Josh DurhamMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 2 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) 800Hike Difficulty: Easy/ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Debris removal, slide mitigation, brushing, sawingProject Information:We'll be clearing winter debris from the 400 trail using loppers, saws, and grubbersHiking information:We will […]

Clearing Landslides on the Oneonta Trail below Triple FallsCrew Leader: Peter ReaganMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: up to 4milesElevation Gain: Up to 1700 ftHike Difficulty:Moderate/HardWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Clearing landslidesProject Information:There are several areas along the Oneonta Trail, mostly below Triple Falls where landslides have made the trail trickier. Our job will be to […]

TKO volunteers will be working this summer to build a new trail, build a set of steps, and do general maintenance on an existing trail.Crew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: < 1 mileElevation Gain: (in ft) 300Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Construction of steps, brushing trail corridorProject Information: Metzler […]

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: 200' Hike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: Easy/ModerateWork Type: Tread refiningProject Information:Some parts of the peaceful hiker-only Ammefu and Ayeekwa trails […]

Join us to work on drain dips and tread maintenance on the Headwaters trail!Crew Leader: Emily A./Dave D.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: <5 milesElevation Gain: <500ftHike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Drain dips and tread shapingProject Information:We scouted and flagged spots on the trail that need additional drainage during the rainy season. We will […]

This presentation provides educational content in advance of the March 12th trail party.This virtual class provides educational content in advance of the March 12th trail party "Introduction to new trail design and construction," at Metzler Park in Estacada. We will discuss the process of working with the land managers, how trail corridors are determined, local […]

Join TKO as we (once again) engage in seasonal maintenance on the 400 trail!Crew Leader: Hope M.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 2 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) 800Hike Difficulty: Easy/ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Debris removal, slide mitigation, brushing, sawingProject Information:We'll be clearing winter debris from the 400 trail using loppers, saws, and grubbersHiking information:We will […]

TKO volunteers will be working this summer to build a new trail, build a set of steps, and do general maintenance on an existing trail.Crew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: < 1 mileElevation Gain: (in ft) 300Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Construction of steps, brushing of trail corridorProject Information: […]

TKO is eager to share our 2022 job opportunities in and around Portland!Join us for an online open house, reviewing 2022 job opportunities in and around Portland . We'll review how TKO staff and lead volunteers will help see this next phase of TKO's growth continue!TKO has a number of initiatives underway and we are […]

Join TKO as we install a culvert and create swales to safely get water runoff across the all-ages, all-abilities Woodland Trail.Crew Leader: Josh DurhamMax Size of Crew: 10Hike Distance: 1 mileElevation Gain: 30' Hike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Culvert installation, tread reconstructionProject Information:A piece of the trail has been cut across by running water. […]

TKO is eager to share our 2022 job opportunities up and down the Oregon Coast!Join us for an online open house, reviewing the Oregon Coast job opportunities in 2022 and how TKO staff and lead volunteers will help see this next phase of stewardship continue!TKO has nearly $295,000 of in-kind stewardship value planned for the […]

USFS-sanctioned Chainsaw - bucking only - Certification Course (2 days) USFS-sanctioned Chainsaw – bucking only – Certification Course (2 days) Saw Instructors: Aaron P. - Tyson C. - Vito P. Max Size of Crew: 10 Hike Distance: 2 miles Elevation Gain: (in ft) approx 700 Hike Difficulty: Moderate Work Difficulty: Moderate Work Description: Sawyer Certification […]

Come out and learn about all phases of making new trails as we begin planning and construction of a brand new trail.Crew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: < 1 mileElevation Gain: (in ft) 300Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: New trail constructionProject Information: This educational event will take place at […]

Join TKO as we help ODF continue the Wilson River Trail!Crew Leader: Mark W.Hike Distance: 1.5 mi.Elevation Gain: 1000'Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateProject Overview:ODF is continuing the Wilson River Trail, and TKO is going to help! We'll be brushing and sawing out a flagged corridor for the new trail segment. BE AWARE THERE IS NO […]

An opportunity for a small, select saw crew to start working on the fire-damaged Clackamas River Trail.Crew Leader: Vito P.- Pat K. - Guy H. Max Size of Crew: 5Hike Distance: < 2 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) < 500 ft.Hike Difficulty: DifficultWork Difficulty: DifficultWork Type: Chainsaw logout, Rigging, Tread workEvent Information:The entirety of the 7.5 […]

An online event for interested and returning Trail Ambassadors to connect and learn about the program for the upcoming 2022 season!Welcome to all new and returning Trail Ambassadors! This online session is for Ambassador volunteers to learn about the 2022 program and get to know their fellow volunteers. If you're new to the program or […]

TKO volunteers will be working this summer to build a new trail, build a set of steps, and do general maintenance on an existing trail.Crew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: < 1 mileElevation Gain: (in ft) 300Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Construction of steps, brushing of trail corridorProject Information: […]

Clean up of winter debris on the Nesmith Point Trail #428 and continue repairing fire damage to prepare for reopeningCrew Leader: Peter ReaganMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: up to 5 milesElevation Gain: up to 2800 feetHike Difficulty:HardWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Brushing,Rock work, Tread shapingProject Information:Nesmith Point Trail #428 is a scenic and athletic trail […]

We'll be doing some tread fine-tuning to improve some muddy spots on the Canyon Spring Loop Trail which opened just this past December!Crew Leader: SusanMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 2 miles totalElevation Gain: <500 feetHike Difficulty: Easy/ModerateWork Difficulty: Easy/ModerateProject Type: Tread and BrushingProject Information:We'll be using digging tools to improve drainage and trail slope […]

TKO brings together the organization's leaders and partners for our 2022 Leadership Summit event series.This session is open to all members of the TKO Board of Directors.The goal of this collaborative workshop is to brainstorm, discuss and establish a scalable growth strategy for the organization. The TKO Leadership Summit Event Series is open to folks […]

TKO volunteers will be working this summer to build a new trail, build a set of steps, and do general maintenance on an existing trail.Crew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K. Max Size of Crew: 12 Hike Distance: < 1 mile Elevation Gain: (in ft) 300 Hike Difficulty: Moderate Work Difficulty: Moderate Work Type: Construction of […]

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 for fundamental trail design and maintenance knowledge on Neahkahnie Mountain!Crew Leader: Josh DurhamMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: <1 mileElevation Gain: (in ft) <500Hike Difficulty: Easy- ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Tread MaintenanceProject Information:We'll spend the first part of the day discussing principles of trail design and maintenance and then we'll put our knowledge […]

Join TKO as we (once again) engage in seasonal maintenance on the 400 trail!Crew Leader: Ted R.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 2 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) 800Hike Difficulty: Easy/ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Debris removal, slide mitigation, brushing, sawingProject Information:We'll be clearing winter debris from the 400 trail using loppers, saws, and grubbersHiking information:We will […]

An introduction to TKO leadership cultureCrew Leaders: Josh D., Susan S.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: <1 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) N/AHike Difficulty: N/AWork Difficulty: EasyWork Description: Activities and discussion designed to introduce volunteers to TKO leadership cultureClass Overview: Students will come away with:• An understanding of the leadership culture TKO seeks to develop.• Next […]

Certified sawyers: Join TKO as we engage in winter storm cleanup on the 400 trail!Crew Leader: Vito P, Josh DurhamMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: up to 3 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) 500 Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Chainsaw LogoutProject Information:We'll be knocking the winter dust off our chainsaw skills on the 400 trail […]

Join us to work on drain dips and tread maintenance on the Headwaters trail!Crew Leader: Emily A./Dave D.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: <5 milesElevation Gain: <500ftHike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Drain dips and tread shapingProject Information:We scouted and flagged spots on the trail that need additional drainage during the rainy season. We will […]

Clean up of winter debris on the Nesmith Point Trail #428 and continue repairing fire damage to prepare for reopeningCrew Leader: Peter ReaganMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: up to 5 milesElevation Gain: up to 2800 feetHike Difficulty:HardWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Brushing,Rock work, Tread shapingProject Information:Nesmith Point Trail #428 is a scenic and athletic trail […]

TKO volunteers will be working this summer to build a new trail, build a set of steps, and do general maintenance on an existing trail.Crew Leaders: Pat K., Elaine K.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: < 1 mileElevation Gain: (in ft) 300Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: New Trail ConstructionProject Information: Metzler Park near Estacada […]

Log step install on the Big Spruce Trail at Cape MearesCrew Leader: Emily A.Hike Distance: < 1 miles round tripElevation Gain: < 200'Hike Difficulty: EasyWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Description: Log step install Project Overview: We will be working with the USFWS caretaker for the Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge to install 2-3 cedar log steps on […]

Meeting with Ranger Travis to scout potential TKO work on the damaged section of the closed North Trail.Crew Leader: Emily A.Max Size of Crew: 3Hike Distance: tbdElevation Gain: tndHike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: N/AWork Type: ScoutingProject Information:We'll meet up with the ranger and scout sections of the damaged North trail to discuss how TKO might help […]

TKO brings together the organization's leaders and partners for our 2022 Leadership Summit event series.TKO brings together the organization’s leaders and partners for our 2022 Leadership Summit event series. This session is open to all TKO Crew Leaders and Assistant Crew Leaders. Imagine a place you could go to learn about trail design, get continuing […]

TKO volunteers will be working this summer to build a new trail, build a set of steps, and do general maintenance on an existing trail.Crew Leaders: Pat K., Elaine K.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: < 1 mileElevation Gain: (in ft) 300Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: New Trail ConstructionProject Information: Metzler Park near Estacada […]

Join TKO as we (once again) engage in seasonal maintenance on the 400 trail!Crew Leader: Hope M.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 2 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) 800Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Debris removal, slide mitigation, brushing, sawingProject Information:We'll be clearing winter debris from the 400 trail using loppers, saws, and grubbersHiking information:We will […]

Join TKO as we install a turnpike to raise the trail out of the mud!Crew Leader: Josh D Max Size of Crew: 12 Hike Distance: .5 miles Elevation Gain: (in ft) n/a Hike Difficulty: Easy Work Difficulty: Moderate Work Type: Turnpike construction and installation Project Information: We’ll be installing a turnpike using logs to create […]

Join TKO as we install a turnpike to raise the trail out of the mud!Crew Leader: Josh D Max Size of Crew: 12 Hike Distance: .5 miles Elevation Gain: (in ft) n/a Hike Difficulty: Easy Work Difficulty: Moderate Work Type: Turnpike construction and installation Project Information: We’ll be installing a turnpike using logs to create […]

Clean up of winter debris on the Nesmith Point Trail #428 and continue repairing fire damage to prepare for reopeningCrew Leader: Peter ReaganMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: up to 5 milesElevation Gain: up to 2800 feetHike Difficulty:HardWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Brushing,Rock work, Tread shapingProject Information:Nesmith Point Trail #428 is a scenic and athletic trail […]

TKO volunteers will be working this summer to build a new trail, build a set of steps, and do general maintenance on an existing trail.Crew Leaders: Pat K., Elaine K.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: < 1 mileElevation Gain: (in ft) 300Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: New Trail ConstructionProject Information: Metzler Park near Estacada […]

Join TKO as we scout a large slide at Elowah Falls! Crew Leader: Josh Max Size of Crew: 6 Hike Distance: 2 miles Elevation Gain: (in ft) 300 Hike Difficulty: Easy Work Difficulty: Easy Work Type: Scouting Project Information: We will join OPRD staff to assess a large landslide at Elowah Falls, and what we […]

Come lend a hand on the closed North Trail at Neahkahnie Mountain!Crew Leader: Emily A.Hike Distance: < 3 miles round tripElevation Gain: < 700'Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: Easy to ModerateWork Description: Brushing, tread maintenance We will be doing maintenance on the closed North Trail to prepare for an eventual reopening. Project Overview: We'll continue tackling […]

Certified Sawyers: Join TKO as we take care of two complex logs in this learning event!Crew Leader: Josh Durham, Vito P.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 3 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) 500Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: Crosscut logoutProject Information:We'll be tackling two different "C" log situations, and learning as a group how to effectively […]

TKO volunteers will be working this summer to build a new trail, build a set of steps, and do general maintenance on an existing trail.Crew Leaders: Pat K., Elaine K.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: < 1 mileElevation Gain: (in ft) 300Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Type: New Trail ConstructionProject Information: Metzler Park near Estacada […]