The Raffle Ticket Presale is now live! As with last year we are offering the chance to snag tickets ahead of the event or make sure you can get in on the action even if you can’t make it. Tickets… Read More ›
Advocacy
Hood River Area Trail Stewards (HRATS): Spring Fundraiser
Hello Everyone, We have a couple of events you should put on your calendar. HRATS Spring Fundraiser: Please join us for a fun night at Ferment on April 13th from 5 to 9 p.m. There will be a raffle at 6:45and live music… Read More ›
MTB and Mood – The Science of Feeling Great
Ever notice how good you feel after a ride? MTB, gravel riding and road cycling all give you a mood boost. But why? I dug into the science of why I our rides make us happy and why it’s the… Read More ›
Support HRATS: Help Sustain Our Wonderful Trails in Hood River!
Hello Everyone, As the year draws to a close, we at Hood River Area Trail Stewards (HRATS) are reflecting on the amazing trail work accomplished this year. This work would not have been possible without all the support from incredible… Read More ›
Transition Bikes: Blue Ribbon ~ Story of the Build
We are proud to present “Blue Ribbon”, a public trail located on Galbraith Mountain in Bellingham, WA. This project is the culmination of years of permitting work, hours of machine time, and finished off by selfless volunteer work. Watch the… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update
Hello Trail Lovers, In this newsletter, we will highlight some new trails currently under development. The first is the Shadow Trail, which we mentioned in our last newsletter regarding the work party. Thank you to everyone who attended. HRATS is… Read More ›
Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance: New trails debuted at The Summit
These two new trails made their debut this past season at The Summit at Snoqualmie bike park: My Little Friend and Bouncy House, built by our Trail Builders Michael Fischer and Ian Robinson in collaboration with The Summit trail crew…. Read More ›
CLIMB (Cascade Locks International Mountain Bike) Trails
TRAIL MAP and trail names. Here is a new map showing the current trails and where we are building new trails this winter. The trails we have completed have been added to Trail Forks, along with photos and videos. Make… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: First Fall Newsletter
Hello Dirt Devotees, Our first Fall Newsletter is here, and we’re trying for a little different schedule. Look for it in your inbox every other Wednesday until the ground is too soggy or frozen. Shadow Trail Work Party: Sunday, October 20th… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: A Closure, Some Openings, A Movie, A Shuttle, and A Fundraiser!
Hello Trail Lovers, Below you’ll find some useful information about happenings and ways to help! Whoopdee Closure: For the Whoopdee enthusiasts, Green Diamond’s scheduled timber harvest has moved up. The Whoopdee will be closed for at least three weeks while they work… Read More ›
Fire Lines | Patagonia Films
In northern California, climate change and 150 years of forest mismanagement have led to some of the most catastrophic wildfires in the state’s history—including the Dixie Fire, which in 2021 devastated the Lost Sierra’s already struggling communities. In the face… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: Fall Events | Work Party, Movie Night, & Shuttle Day
Hey all, Fall is here and trails need just a little bit of moisture for some excellent riding. It is also getting time for trail builders to get back to work and with rain comes trail work season. We have… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Sept. 19th Update
Hello Everyone, First a few Trail Updates: Whoopdee is openHH is still closedHRC, with some help from a few volunteers, opened the trail next to Post Canyon Rd. It is currently being called “Lower Trail-100,” but that may change.Dan Miller… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: Mid September Trail Update
Hello Everyone, A lot is going on with Post Canyon right now. Let’s start with the best news. HRC purchased the Haglund property along Post Canyon Rd below the Seven Stream Staging area. This is the land where the owner… Read More ›
HRATS Newsletter: Post Canyon ~ HRC Trails Reopening Phase 1
Hello Everyone, Good News. Here is the latest from HRC on the Whiskey Creek Fire and trail closures in Post Canyon. The Whisky Creek Fire suppression efforts have seen progress allowing HRC to begin a phased reopening of trails &… Read More ›
The Yacolt Burn Experience
Come have a fun day of shuttling, food, drinks, and raffles. All the money will go back in helping rebuild Trail Sixth Sense and others. SIGN UP HERE: https://www.evergreenmtb.org/index.php?option=com_civicrm&task=civicrm/event/info&Itemid=2252&reset=1&id=2504 Event information: https://facebook.com/events/s/yacolt-burn-experience/1130347758090613/
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Post Canyon ~ Updated HRC Trail & Road Closures
Hello Everyone, Here is an important message from Hood River County. In continued support of the Whisky Creek Fire suppression efforts and in coordination with multiple government agencies, HRC will be closing additional roads & trails(maps attached) effective Wednesday, July 31st, 2024… Read More ›
IMBA: Mountain Bikers Riding Bikes Talking Trails | Bandon, Oregon
Have you ridden on the South Oregon coast? Here the North Pacific clashes ceaselessly with the Coastal Mountain Range that flanks the Pacific Northwest’s coastline, creating a landscape with an allure that very few places on the planet can rival…. Read More ›
Central Oregon Daily News: E-bikes to be allowed on local trails? Forest Service seeks public input
The Forest Service is asking the public in a 30-day comment period what they think about including class 1 e-bikes on trails. The current proposal includes about 60% of the biking trail system. Comment at https://cara.fs2c.usda.gov/Public/CommentInput?Project=66475
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Newsletter #8 for 2024
Hello Trail Lovers, We know everyone is busy, but please take a few minutes to let us know how we are doing through this survey. We have had a busy couple of years and need some feedback on how we have… Read More ›
Alsea Falls Shuttle Weekend FUNdraiser
Get ready for the Alsea Falls Shuttle Weekend FUNdraiser!! 🚴🏻 June 15 + 16 | 9am-3pm Come out for a weekend of riding out at Alsea while supporting Team Dirt ! Each single day ticket is $70 per person (if… Read More ›
Nations Rising – Brett Tippie
Brett Tippie joined District Indigenous Student Advisory Council students for a ride on Mt. Tzouhalem and had a discussion on his personal journey and how he has found resilience in his life through the power of sport. Welcome to “Nations… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Newsletter #5 for Spring 2024
Hello Trail Lovers, This week: A closer look at A-Side in Post Canyon. Thank you to our co-builders/adopters Maurizio von Flotow and Tyler Horton for all their hard work. Since its opening, some of you have taken the opportunity to… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Newsletter #4 for Spring 2024
Hello Trail Lovers, Featuring this week The Equestrian/Hiker/Runner Trail: This trail has been part of Hood River County’s master plan for 13 years. Work started last fall on the entries from the Family Man Staging area and York Hill…. Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Newsletter #3 for Spring 2024
Hello Trail Lovers, Featuring this week: The Reroute of Coyote Wall Trail The US Forest Service within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area will oversee the construction of a 2.6-mile mountain bike-optimized trail in the Coyote Wall (“Syncline”) area… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Newsletter #2 for Spring 2024
Hello Trail Lovers, Featuring this week: Family Man in Post Canyon After a year of construction in Family Man, we are ready to show off our massive project to all of our supporters. We’ve spent most of our time asking… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Spring Newsletter #1 2024
Hello Trail Lovers, Our springtime newsletter is back to bring you some highlights and happenings. What Has Been Done For You (and for some: by you) Since the fall, builders and volunteers have devoted enormous effort and time to creating, revamping, and… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Spring Party | Raffle Tickets Now On Sale
Hey all, Hopefully everyone has gotten after it and checked out the new Remix trail. If you haven’t, the secret is out and it is rad. I am following up our save the date email from last week about our… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Spring Party & Raffle
Hey all, We want to make sure you save the date for our upcoming Spring party and fundraiser. We had a great time last year and are hoping to up the ante and make this party our annual bash. Riding… Read More ›
Bend Magazine’s The Circling Podcast: Bend’s Two Wheel Trailblazers ~ The Evolution of Mountain Biking in Central Oregon
Bend Magazine’s The Circling Podcast with Adam Short Embark on an audio expedition that charts the evolution of mountain biking in the majestic landscapes of Central Oregon. Weaving between tales of the early trailblazers who carved their legacy out of… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards: Trails Season is Around The corner
Hello Everyone, Trail season is approaching, and we thought we would briefly update you on local trails. Mark your Calendars, HRATS is holding a fun fundraiser with music, 4/20 from 4-8 pm. Details to come over the next month. Klee Way… Read More ›
Warpaint: A Day In The Dirt
Here’s a little video about how our In The Dirt premiere Saturday went. Starting off with Frank’s first time trying some Mexican pastry’s that Luis had. After some delicious coffee from Portland’s Indigenous owned coffee shop we stopped by for… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: Last Fall Newsletter
Hello Trail Lovers, Before we wrap up our newsletter for the fall, we wanted to share one last update with you. In the last seven weeks, we’ve been highlighting improvements such as the new Family Man construction, numerous new trails… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: There’s still plenty of trail work parties to attend. Put them on your calendar!
Hello Trail Lovers, Here’s number six of our eight-week seasonal newsletter. Thank you to all who came out Sunday for the first big HRATS work party!A bunch of you showed up ready to go and we were able to hit… Read More ›
Hood River Trail Stewards: Work parties, new equestrian, running, and hiking trail, and fall fundraiser
Hello Trail Lovers, Here’s number five of our eight-week seasonal newsletter. Reminder of Post Canyon work parties: First HRATS public work party this Sunday. We need lots of help for numerous projects! Dates: Sunday, October 22nd and November 12th. Time:… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: Shuttle Day, Fall fund-raising, E-bike 101, 44 Trails work parties
Greetings, Trail folk! We hope you’re enjoying the fall sprinkles and resulting brown pow. Here’s the latest and greatest trail news for the week. Oct. 7 is Shuttle Day!The annual Fall shuttle day fundraiser returns on Saturday October 7 from… Read More ›
Hood River Area Trail Stewards Update: Shuttle Day, new trails, fundraising
Hey friends, Happy fall and welcome back to our seasonal newsletter. Here’s the latest local trails news. Oct. 7 is Shuttle Day!The annual Fall shuttle day fundraiser returns on Saturday October 7th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A $45… Read More ›
World Naked Bike Ride – Portland Oregon
Saturday, August 12th, 2023 – 7:30pm PST The World Naked Bike Ride is an annual, worldwide bike ride that highlights the vulnerability of cyclists everywhere and decries society’s dependence on pollution-based transport. It’s also a lot of fun and it’s… Read More ›
Many hands make light work. Come help out Jan. 28 or Feb. 4.
Winter greetings, Trail Folk! Grey skies might make trail time seem like a far-off dream, but Family Man needs your help now. Hood River County has completed its thin of the Family Man area and this is our window to… Read More ›
Cascadia MTB 