Trailkeepers of Oregon

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 around Cape SebastianCrew Leader: Trevor B.Max Size of Crew: 10Hike Distance: Hike Distance: mile(s) 3 miles round tripElevation Gain: 700 ftHike 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 […]

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 […]

Join TKO for a day of work on the OCT, spreading gravel and improving boardwalk structures!Crew Leader: Carl BMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 2Elevation Gain: <100Hike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Graveling, CarpentryProject Information:We will be completing armoring (spreading gravel) on wet/muddy sections of the Oregon Coast Trail, and adding traction materials to boardwalks. […]

USFS-sanctioned Chainsaw- bucking only - Certification Course (3 days)Saw Instructors: Vito P. - Josh D. - Nathan F.Max Size of Crew: 8Hike Distance: < 3 milesElevation Gain: (in ft) < 500 ft.Hike Intensity: Low to ModerateWork Intensity: Low to ModerateWork Type: Sawyer CertificationFirst Day: 6-8 hrs of classroom and 1-2 hrs hands-on instructionSecond Day: 2 […]

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 TKO for a morning of stair construction at on the Beaver Creek Canyon Trail at Weedin City Park.Crew Leader: Krysti WMax 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 […]

Join us for a day of clearing brush and fixing tread on the upper section of the Clackamas River Trail!Crew Leader: Pat Keavney, Elaine KeavneyMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: up to 4 miles RTElevation Gain: 500 feetHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: brushing, tread restoration, and loggingPlease note: Volunteers must have at least 5 […]

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 for some stairs construction at on the Beaver Creek Canyon Trail by Weedin City Park.Crew Leader: Susan SMax 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 leading […]

Join TKO for day of logging out the Herman Creek Trail.Crew Leader: CarlMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 7 milesElevation Gain: <2000Hike Intensity: HighWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Crosscut Logout, Tread workProject Information:We will be working up the Herman Creek trail towards Whiskey Creek removing logs with crosscut saws as we go. We will work in […]

Join TKO as we fix up the trails in Samuel Boardman!Crew Leader: Trevor B.Max Size of Crew: 10Hike Distance: mile(s) <2 milesElevation Gain: <500 feetHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: Low,Work Type: brushingNote: Please select the morning shift, afternoon shift, or all day when signing upProject Information:Hey all, the brush is back in Boardman! We will be […]

Come see what TKO is all about! Anyone interested in learning about TKO, our work, and how to get involved is welcome to join us.Join us at our spring open house!Trailkeepers of Oregon invites you and yours to join us for an evening of socializing and learning about all things TKO and Oregon's trails!We'll be […]

TKO will be joining up with Portland Parks and Recreation to do trail stewardship work at Mount Tabor.Crew Leader: Drew S.Max Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: Less than 2 mileElevation Gain: Less than 200 feetHike Intensity: LowWork Intensity: Low to moderateWork Type: Tread maintenance, brushingProject Information:We'll be doing tread maintenance (using grubbing and digging tools) […]

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!Hikes: Salmon River Trail (Mentor: Neil), Ramona Falls Trail (Mentor: Barry)For the Ramona Falls Trail, expect an ~1 mile hike to the Sandy River crossing and establish a checkpoint there for the day - we won't cross the river.This event is for Wilderness Ambassador […]

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 fix up the trails in Samuel Boardman!Crew Leader: Trevor B.Max Size of Crew: 10Hike Distance: mile(s) <2 milesElevation Gain: <500 feetHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: Low,Work Type: brushingNote: Please select the morning shift, afternoon shift, or all day when signing upProject Information:Hey all, the brush is back in Boardman! We will be […]

TKO welcomes volunteers and supporters to celebrate the opening of the new trails at Metzler and the partnerships that made it possible.Crew Leaders: Crew Leader: Pat K., Elaine K.Max Size of Crew: 35Hike Distance: .5-2 milesElevation Gain: 300-500 feet maximumHike Intensity: LowEvent Type: Interpretive celebratory hike and picnicEvent Information:This family friendly event will be a […]

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: Wahclella Falls 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. […]

Nat is heading off on a new adventure in Canada! Come enjoy a beer, reminisce, make vague plans to stay in touch, and say farewell!TKO's Engagement Manager, Nat, is heading off on a new adventure to Nova Scotia, Canada!Join us at Rogue Eastside to enjoy a beverage, reminisce, make vague plans to stay in touch, […]

The step-and-run boardwalk near Mirror Lake in Mt Hood NF needs repair. We will be milling the boards to prep material for this project.Crew Leader: Vito P.Max Size of Crew: 6Hike Distance: mile(s) < 1 MileElevation Gain: N/AHike Intensity: LowWork Intensity: Moderate to HighWork Type: Using mills to make material for a step-and-run project on […]

Join us for seasonal maintenance on this stunning gorge trailCrew Leader: Hope McKeeMax 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 TKO for day of logging out the Herman Creek Trail.Crew Leader: CarlMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: 7 milesElevation Gain: <2000Hike Intensity: HighWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: Crosscut Logout, Tread workProject Information:We will be working up the Herman Creek trail towards Whiskey Creek removing logs with crosscut saws as we go. We will work in […]

Join TKO for a morning of stair construction at on the Beaver Creek Canyon Trail at Weedin City Park.Crew Leader: Susan S.Max 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 […]

Join us for a day of clearing brush and fixing tread on the upper section of the Clackamas River Trail!Crew Leader: Pat Keavney, Elaine KeavneyMax Size of Crew: 12Hike Distance: up to 4 miles RTElevation Gain: 500 feetHike Intensity: ModerateWork Intensity: ModerateWork Type: brushing, tread restoration, and loggingPlease note: Volunteers must have at least 5 […]

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 […]