Hello Trail Lovers,

We have a few updates for you.

Trails Closed on Local Private Land

Trails on private forest lands in our area have been closed due to the Industrial Fire Protection Level being at level 3. The areas affected are, but not limited to, the Whoopdee, Hospital Hill, and Underwood Mountain. Please spread the word that these trails are closed. Our use of the trails on private land is a privilege, so please respect these closures.

Requirements for Vehicles Traveling on Forest Roads

We have gotten a few questions about requirements for vehicles traveling on forest roads from our July 30th email to all of you. It said the following:

“All vehicles traveling on county forest roads will be required to have a shovel and a gallon of water or a 2 ½ pound fire extinguisher or larger.”

What does this mean for you? The simplest and most responsible take from this is that everyone driving a vehicle on local gravel roads should follow the guidelines by carrying the recommended gear to put out a small fire, which includes driving to 7 Streams, Family Man, and Binns Hill, allowing a vast number of trail users the opportunity to stop a fire before it becomes a disaster. Otherwise, trail users are more of a fire risk than a potential safeguard.

The fire at Syncline highlights how trail access can be lost. A fire in Post Canyon or on private lands would create an even greater disaster for our trail systems. Please be part of the solution.

Upcoming Events

Saturday, August 23, 2025:

Filmed by Bike – A Night of Bike Films and Community Fun.

Presented by Columbia Center for the Arts, HRATS, and Walk & Roll Hood River County Schools

Get ready for a high-energy evening celebrating the joy, freedom, and adventure of life on two wheels! 

Filmed by Bike is a Portland-based and world-touring film festival featuring the best bike-themed short films from around the globe—and it’s rolling into Hood River for one night only.

Tickets: $15 for one screening | $25 for both (save and stay for the ride!)

   Films show at 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

Food cart on site | Beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks & popcorn available inside

HRATS Raffle with great bike-themed prizes

GROUP RIDE Show: Join Walk & Roll Hood River County Schools for a group ride from May Street Playground at 5:00 pm—biking back after the final screening.

Whether you’re a hardcore cyclist or a casual cruiser, this is a celebration of bike culture you won’t want to miss. Let’s ride, watch, and raise a glass to the power of the pedal! Please arrive early and be prepared to depart at 5 pm.

https://events.humanitix.com/film-by-bike

HRATS Post Canyon Shuttle Day is coming soon.

Put September 21, 2025, from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm on your calendar for a fun day off from pedaling uphill. HRATS will be providing a shuttle by donations. More details to come!

Events like these are a fun way to support our upcoming trail projects!

Happy Trails,

HRATS

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