Join us in Salem Monday, February 9th, to meet with legislators and share your love of trails!
Register today, so we can schedule meetings with YOUR legislators: tinyurl.com/56tcxfdy
Find our policy platform and more info on our blog: www.oregontrailscoalition.org/blog-1
Federal Trails Alert: Congress is shaping the next transportation bill. Funding for Oregon trails through Transportation Alternatives and RTP is at stake. Act now: Organizations sign by Dec. 22. Individuals contact your elected officials to protect trail funding. Learn more: bit.ly/4oYPM1a
Love trails? Join our team and apply before December 30, 2025!
Learn more here: bit.ly/4rJhvG4
Oregon Trails Coalition is seeking an Events & Programs Manager who’s excited about building inclusive events, strengthening partnerships, and supporting a statewide network of world-class trails.
Federal Appropriations Action Alert: Congress is deciding trail funding now. Contact your members of Congress to support adequate trail budgets and staffing. The public is already seeing missing signs, blocked access, failing bridges, and erosion. www.oregontrailscoalition.org/post/federal...
Save the Date, Monday, February 9th, to join Oregon trail advocates at the State Capitol in Salem to spread the love of trails! Our morning legislative training will aim to ensure everyone understands the issues and feels confident meeting with legislators. Registration coming soon!
🍕 Support Gateway Green... with a PIZZA!
On Tuesday Dec 16th, Pizzeria Otto (NE Sandy Blvd) is donating 50% of all profits—all day long—to Friends of Gateway Green. Eat pizza, support the park. 💚
Gift cards bought from @gatewaygreenpdx that day can be used at any Pizzeria Otto location!
Big E-Bike Update!
Deschutes National Forest has approved Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes on approximately 160 miles of trail, including areas like Phil’s Trail Complex and Peterson Ridge. Learn more from The Source: bit.ly/3MCeA1H
Images: The Source (Adobe Stock & Deschutes National Forest)
🌿 Northwest Youth Corps is hiring a Program Coordinator to oversee their Youth and Young Adult conservation programs. From training field staff to problem-solving logistics to supporting crews on project sites. Visit @nwyouthcorps for details
Federal budget uncertainty is slowing trail maintenance, grants, and public-lands work. Oregon’s trails need stable funding. Tell Congress why trails matter. 🌲 bit.ly/3Mc2Xyt
Weigh-In: State Parks Fee Changes Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is accepting public comments on proposed changes to rules guiding reservations, rate ranges, and fee waivers. Learn more bit.ly/3MG6u88
Love trails? Join our team! Oregon Trails Coalition is seeking an Events & Programs Manager who’s excited about building inclusive events, strengthening partnerships, and supporting a statewide network of world-class trails. Apply by December 30, 2025. bit.ly/4rJhvG4
The Summit is Just Around the Corner! In addition to our engaging summit programming and off-site field sessions, @oregonparksforever will also be hosting a special screening of the award-winning documentary, Out There: A National Parks Story. Learn more & reserve your spot at bit.ly/4og1sNA
Portland voters, make sure to find your ballot and VOTE YES on 26-260 by November 4th to keep our parks and trails open and maintained. Our parks are part of what makes Portland, Portland. But right now, the parks we love are at risk. Learn more: www.portlandersforparks.org
Images from @pdx4parks
We are excited to announce our opening keynote: Uncharted Ground with National conservationist and former Director of the National Park Service, Chuck Sams, Standard registration is open through October 29th, so register now to avoid late fees. Learn more: bit.ly/3WWfqYX
Portland voters, make sure to find your ballot and VOTE YES on 26-260 by November 4th to keep our parks and trails open and maintained. Our parks are part of what makes Portland, Portland. But right now, the parks we love are at risk.
Learn more: www.portlandersforparks.org
Images from @pdx4parks
Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2025 OORS Field Sessions. On Saturday, November 8th, join members of the Umatilla River Trail Steering Committee for a hybrid tour along 2 miles of the proposed Umatilla River Trail! Sign up and learn more here: bit.ly/4nlr9LB
Want to get more involved in shaping the work of the Oregon Trails Coalition? Join our Virtual Open House tonight at 6pm to explore leadership opportunities with OTC and hear from current Advisory Council and Steering Committee members about their experiences. To join, register here: bit.ly/4oAHnBE
Join the Scott’s Cycle crew for a group ride and mountain bike demo among the shrub steppe and expansive prairie riding in Echo, OR. Register for their Field Session: Echo West Ranch & Vineyard Group Ride w/ Scott’s Cycle on Saturday, November 8 from 9am-noonish! Signup here: bit.ly/4nhs53x
Field Session registration for the 2025 Oregon Outdoor Recreation Summit is NOW OPEN! Learn what it takes to join the TKO Trail Accessibility Survey Team, a collaboration between Trailkeepers of Oregon and Access Recreation! Register on the OTC website, or use this shortcut: bit.ly/4qmurRh
Experience the trail from a new perspective in this immersive mobile session led by Nancy Stevens, a blind hiker and guide dog handler. Register for this 2025 Summit Field Session here: bit.ly/3Lmosfa
More than 50% of Oregon's land mass is federally managed lands, so the current federal shutdown is having a variety of impacts on our state's trails, and none of them are good. Read more over on our blog: bit.ly/42Shy7D
Great trails come from strong connections. This year's Policymakers Ride brought together 120+ planners, advocates, and local leaders for a day of riding, talking, and dreaming big. Photos by Jonathan Maus. Check out his recap & video: bit.ly/BP_PMR2025
⏰ Last chance for early bird pricing! Register by Oct. 1 for the 2025 Oregon Outdoor Recreation Summit in Pendleton 👉 bit.ly/OORS2025Join Oregon’s outdoor community to connect, learn, and collaborate. Don’t miss this chance to shape the future of outdoor recreation in Oregon!
Grab your discounted early bird passes for this year's Rec Summit in Pendleton before October 1st! Register today at bit.ly/OORS2025
From childhood bike rides to dreams of a coast-to-forest pathway: Michelle's Salmonberry Trail story is about safe spaces, movement & connection. Read her full story on our blog: bit.ly/4pmURlv
Oregon Trails Coalition joined several Oregon and Washington partners in submitting requests as part of the public comment period on the USDA Reorganization and its effects on our U.S. Forest Service Region. Learn more about our specific asks: bit.ly/4gcdYdS
"It’s important for future generations to be able to get outside to enjoy nature and wildlife... My favorite trail is Short Beach, in Oceanside." - Ingrid Henrickson. Share your trail story: bit.ly/TrailStories
Protect Roadless Areas: Submit Comments and Contact Congress! Last week, the Trump Administration formally announced its intention to roll back longstanding protections for Inventoried Roadless Areas in National Forests. It’s important that they hear from you. Learn more: bit.ly/45S32yI
Last Chance to Win! Visit the Oregon Trails Coalition blog for a mid-year recap of Coalition advocacy work and to learn how you can win a *$200 REI gift card* by contributing financial support and/or trail stories to support our work by September 1st! bit.ly/4fYHzHr
@oregonstateparks is excited to hear your ideas for future experiences, services, and amenities. Complete the survey by September 8 for a chance to win a free annual parking permit! Your feedback is crucial in creating a sustainable and welcoming space. www.surveymonkey.com/r/BT8KR9K
