Tillamook State Forest Work Party

Attention mountain bikers and others interested in helping to construct a section of brand new non-motorized multi-use trail in the Tillamook State Forest. On behalf of the Northwest Trail Alliance, I will be leading the work party scheduled for July 18, 2009.  Please RSVP to the calendar post so that I can track who will be in attendance and ensure that enough trail construction tools are provided.  Carpools can be arranged between individuals depending on what is most convenient for you.  Please post if you are able to drive or are looking for a ride.

Please bring food/water for yourself, sunscreen, and clothing appropriate for working (long pants, work gloves, closed toe shoes (boots preferred)).

We will be providing instruction and assistance for those new to trail construction.

Additional details are provided in the forwarded email message below.

There are many ride options for experiencing the trail opportunities in the Tillamook State Forest after the work party.  I will be leading a ride after the work party on the newly legalized and adopted downhill specific mountain bike trail in the Tillamook State Forest.

Looking forward to seeing you at this event!
Ryan K.
Tillamook Recreation Advisory Committee:
Mountain Bike Community Representative 2008-2009

Hi Everyone,
 
This month the Non-Motorized Trail work party will be on the Keening Creek section of the Wilson River Trail.  Many thanks to Ryan Kilgren of the Northwest Trail Alliance who will be working with ODF to host the work party. Details below:
 
Stephanie A. Beall
Recreation Specialist
Tillamook State Forest
801 Gales Creek Road
Forest Grove, OR  97116
503.359.7464
http://egov.oregon.gov/ODF/TSF/Recreation.shtml
 
Project:                Wilson River Trail / Keenig Creek Segment
 
Project Date:       July 18th, 2009
 
Meeting Time:     Sign-In at 9:30 A.M. / Trail Construction Starts at 10:00 A.M.
 
Meeting Location:  Tillamook Forest Center Parking Lot (West End)
 
Driving Directions from Portland:

·          Highway 26 westbound toward the Oregon Coast
 
·          Take exit 53 onto Highway 6 (marked Highway 6 / Tillamook / Ocean Beaches)
 
·          Highway 6 westbound to milepost 22.5
 
·          The Tillamook Forest Center is just west of the turn-off to Jones Creek Campground

Project Description:
This is a new trail construction project. Work will include clearing vegetation, excavation, and grading. This trail is being built to a moderate standard for hiker, horse, and mountain bike use.  It is being constructed to the following specifications:
 
Trail Width:            30 inches - Full Bench
Clearing Width:       6 feet at pack height (3 feet each side of centerline)
Clearing Height:      10 feet
 
The project will require walking and working on steep uneven terrain and hiking off trail and on trail already built in order to access the work site.
 
Tools provided by ODF but you are welcome to bring your own tools if you prefer.
 
Appropriate clothing for the work includes boots or sturdy shoes, long pants (no shorts), and gloves. Volunteers should also bring lunch and water. 
 
Contact Nathan Seable (503.815.7044) at least a week before volunteer workday so an adequate number of tools are reserved.  Last minute workers are welcome too.