Trailkeepers of Oregon

We're continuing to ready the park for opening day by spreading gravel and improving trail surfaces!Crew Leader: Art MillsMax Size of Crew: 6Hike Distance: 1 mileElevation Gain: 100 feetHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Tread work, gravel spreadingProject Information:The plan for the day is to spread gravel at the approaches to the new bridges and […]

We'll be learning to use crosscut saws to clear logs from trails.Crew Leaders: Josh and SusanMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 0.25 milesElevation Gain: <50 feetHike Intensity: LowWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Crosscut Saw TrainingProject Information:We'll be learning how to safely use crosscut saws to cut logs to clear hiking trails. We'll learn how to assess […]

Come help TKO restore this trail to its original corridor, along with fixing some water damage along the way!Crew Leader: Noelle W.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: up to 1.5 milesElevation Gain: 600 feetHike Intensity: Moderate to highWork Intensity: Moderate to highWork Type: Tread workProject Information:We will be doing tread maintenance (improving the trail surface) […]

Join us brushing, digging trail tread, and improving the trails on Humbug Mountain.Crew Leader: Trevor B.Max Size of Crew: 5Hike Distance: 4 mile(s)Elevation Gain: 1700 feetHike Intensity: HighWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Tread work, brushingNote: Humbug Mountain State Park is offering free camping to volunteers that wish to participate in this event. Camping is available the […]

Join the fun at the Smith Rock Spring Thing! This Trail Party is one portion of a multi-group effort to give back to Smith Rock State Park.Crew Leader: Curtis S.Max Size of Crew: 20Hike Distance: TBDElevation Gain: TBDHike Intensity: TBDWork Intensity: TBDWork Type: TBDTickets through TKO are closed. Go to https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/06492814-20f5-4b11-9385-35be4ddeeb40 for any remaining volunteer […]

This is a private trail party for the Columbia Gorge Running Club.Crew Leader: Josh DurhamMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: approx. 2 milesElevation Gain: 800 ftHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Tread repair, brushing, log removalProject Information:We will take a crew of Columbia Gorge Running Club out to the Devil's Rest trail and repair any […]

Sign up for a Trailhead Ambassador shift in the Columbia River Gorge! See trail locations in the event description and ticket types.This posting is for trained TKO Trail Ambassadors to sign up for a trailhead shift at one of our available trails in the Columbia River Gorge. Note that the 9AM-1PM time window is flexible […]

Sign up for a Wilderness Ambassador hike with one of our mentors!Hike: Salmon River Trail, Mount Hood National ForestThis event is for Wilderness Ambassador volunteers who are looking to join a Wilderness Ambassador mentor on a hike. If there is more than one mentor out in a day, there will be separate tickets for each […]

Join TKO, Surfriders, and OPRD in a half-day of service at one of the most iconic beaches on the coast!Crew Leader: Drew S, Ingrid HMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: mile(s) ~1.5Elevation Gain: >300Hike Intensity: LowWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Tread work, brushinhProject Information:This trail party will be completed in conjunction with Surfirders and OPRD as […]

Join TKO, WVVA, and Access Recreation in Salem for the second half of our Survey Team training.TKO and WVVA are excited to continue our collaboration with Access Recreation as we move forward into training Survey Team volunteers to gather trail accessibility information in the Willamette Valley!This field training session, when taken in conjunction with the […]

Bring the whole family out for a fun morning of trail stewardship at the beautiful Tryon Creek State Natural Area!Crew Leader:Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: less than 1 mileElevation Gain: minimalHike Intensity: LowWork Intensity: LowWork Type: Brushing, rakingProject Information:Our focus will be clearing overgrown plants from the trail using loppers and hand saws and […]

Sign up for a Trailhead Ambassador shift in the Columbia River Gorge! See trail locations in the event description and ticket types.This posting is for trained TKO Trail Ambassadors to sign up for a trailhead shift at one of our available trails in the Columbia River Gorge. Note that the 9AM-1PM time window is flexible […]

Sign up for a Wilderness Ambassador hike with one of our mentors!Hike: Eagle Creek Trail, Columbia River GorgeThis event is for Wilderness Ambassador volunteers who are looking to join a Wilderness Ambassador mentor on a hike. If there is more than one mentor out in a day, there will be separate tickets for each individual. […]

Join TKO for a day of restoring the surface of the trail! We will be using digging tools and grubbers.Crew Leader: NoelleMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 1/4 - 1/2 mileElevation Gain: 300 feetHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: Low - ModerateWork Type: Tread workProject Information:We will be doing tread maintenance (using grubbers and digging tools to […]

Join us brushing and fixing up the trails around Blacklock Point!Crew Leader: Trevor B.Max Size of Crew: 5Hike Distance: 4 miles round tripElevation Gain: minimalHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Brushing and possibly tread work.Note:Humbug Mountain State Park is offering free camping to volunteers that wish to participate in this event. Camping is available the […]

Join us in Bonneville for an afternoon celebrating the launch of another TKO Trail Ambassador season!Welcome back, Ambassadors! We are so excited to jump into another season with you all.Join us at the Robin's Island Recreation Area in Bonneville for an afternoon of refreshments and socialization with your fellow Ambassadors! To make it even better, […]

TKO volunteers are building a connector trail from the hiking trail to the swimming hole.Crew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: ~ 1 mileElevation Gain: 300-500 feet maximumHike Intensity: LowWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: New Trail ConstructionProject Information:TKO volunteers have been working to open up the corridor for a new one-mile lollipop […]

Join us for seasonal maintenance on this stunning gorge trailCrew Leader: Andy KlumppMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 8 milesElevation Gain: 2,000 ftHike Intensity: HighWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Tread work, brushing, logout, etc.Project Information:This is a continuation of seasonal maintenance. We will be fixing tread and drainage issues and cutting out some fallen logs.Hiking information:Because […]

Join us as we perform seasonal maintenance on the Devil's Rest trailCrew Leader: Josh DurhamMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 2 Miles RTElevation Gain: 600 ftHike Intensity: EasyWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Tread, brushing, rock/slide removalProject Information:We will remove overgrown brush, repair drainage, and likely remove a few downed trees.Hiking information:We will hike in from an […]

Join TKO for a morning of stair construction at on the Beaver Creek Canyon Trail at Weedin City Park.Crew Leader: CarlMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 500 ftElevation Gain: <100Hike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Stairs Installation, excavation, tread workProject Information:This project will involve installing several flights of timber lap-jointed box stairs on the trail […]

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: Susan S.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: less than 1 mileElevation Gain: less than 100 feetHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Tread work, BrushingProject Information:We'll be doing some basic […]

Join us as we perform seasonal maintenance in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge!Crew Leader:Hope McKeeMax Size of Crew:12Hike Distance: 8 Miles RTElevation Gain: +/- 2000 ftHike Intensity: HighWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Tread, brushing, rock/log removalProject Information:We'll perform seasonal maintenance on this iconic gorge trail, likely removing rock, logs and other slide debris and cutting back […]

Join TKO as we revitalize trails in Sunset Bay!Crew Leader: Marty O.Max Size of Crew: 10Hike Distance: <2 milesElevation Gain:<500 feetHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Spreading Woodchips and BrushingProject Information:The trail systems along Cape Arago need a helping hand. Join the TKO crew as we spread woodchips in troublesome muddy spots. We also may […]

Join us as we fine-tune the Rim Trail re-route, on-trail drainage, and a possible winter trail.Crew Leader: Art MillsMax Size of Crew: 4Hike Distance: 1/4 mileElevation Gain: 50 feetHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Tread work, drainageProject Information:We will be fine-tuning the tread on the new trail as well as improving drainage along the Rim […]

Join TKO as we maintain Devils Rest trail!Crew Leader: Josh DurhamMax Size of Crew: 3Hike Distance: 1.6 mile(s)Elevation Gain: 400 feetHike Intensity: LowWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Logout, Tread MaintenanceProject Information:We will cut out several trees across the Devils Rest trail, and adjust some drainage issues.Hiking information:We will acces Devils Rest from the Palmer Mill/Multnomah Basin […]

Join TKO as we work on the trails around the South Coast!Crew Leader: Trevor BradfordMax Size of Crew: 10Hike Distance: mile(s) 3 miles round tripElevation Gain: 700 feetHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: BrushingNote: Please sign up for the morning shift from 10 AM -1 PM, the afternoon shift from 1 PM - 4 PM, […]

We will focus on clearing logs using crosscut saws and brushing.--You must be crosscut certified to participate in this event. Contact josh.durham@trailkeepersoforegon.org or vito.perrone@trailkeepersoforegon.org with any questions.--Crew Leader: Ted R.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 10 MilesElevation Gain: (in ft) 3400Hike Intensity: StrenuousWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Crosscut Logout, BrushingProject Information:We will begin at the Bonanza […]

Join TKO, Oregon Parks Forever, Marion County, and SOLVE to get parks affected by the 2020 Beachie Creek fire ready to reopen!Location: North Fork Park, Lyons, OR***Please see note below about parking and shuttles to the parkMorning Session: 8:30AM-11:30AMAfternoon Session: 12:30PM-3:30PMLunch available onsite for all volunteers: 11:00AM-1:30PMCrew Leader: TKO and Marion County Parks StaffMax Size […]

Sign up for a Trailhead Ambassador shift in the Columbia River Gorge! See trail locations in the event description and ticket types.This posting is for trained TKO Trail Ambassadors to sign up for a trailhead shift at one of our available trails in the Columbia River Gorge. Note that the 9AM-1PM time window is flexible […]

This event includes a Leadership Lab (9-2) & DEI Workshop (2-5). All are welcome, and both elements are required for aspiring Volunteer CLs.Crew Leader: TBDMax Size of Crew: 12Work Type: Sitting, talking, group activitiesEvent Information:This event includes two elements of TKO's Leadership School: a Leadership Lab and a DEI Workshop. Leadership Lab will be held […]

Join TKO, WVVA, and Access Recreation in Salem for the second half of our Survey Team training.TKO and WVVA are excited to continue our collaboration with Access Recreation as we move forward into training Survey Team volunteers to gather trail accessibility information in the Willamette Valley!This field training session, when taken in conjunction with the […]

Join TKO as we work on the trails in Samuel Boardman.Crew Leader: Trevor B.Max Size of Crew: 10Hike Distance: mile(s) Less than 2 milesElevation Gain: Less than 500 feetHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Tread work, brushing, gabion construction, etc.Note: Please sign up for the morning shift from 10 AM -1 PM, the afternoon shift […]

CL School provides an in-depth training on the responsibilities and skills needed to lead TKO crews for aspiring and current Volunteer CLs.Crew Leader: TBDMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: Less than 2 milesElevation Gain: Less than 500 feetHike Intensity: LowWork Intensity: Low - ModerateWork Type: Brushing, tread work, scenario practiceEvent Information:Crew Leader School is a […]

Join TKO, Oregon Parks Forever, Marion County, and SOLVE to get parks affected by the 2020 Beachie Creek fire ready to reopen!Location: Minto County Park, Gates, Oregon 97346***Please see note below about parking and shuttles to the parkMorning Session: 8:30AM-11:30AMAfternoon Session: 12:30PM-3:30PMLunch available onsite for all volunteers: 11:00-1:30PMCrew Leader: TKO and Marion County Parks StaffMax […]