Cascade Volunteers

Congrats to our 12 newly-certified crosscut sawyers, nine at the A level and three at the B level. And thanks to our leaders and instructors!



Scorpions Trail Crew
Huckleberry Trail Crew
Camas Trail Crew
Salamander Trail Crew

Willamette Valley - Oregon Wine Country
U.S. Forest Service - Willamette National Forest

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Congrats to our 12 newly-certified crosscut sawyers, nine at the A level and three at the B level. And thanks to our leaders and instructors! #crosscutsaw #workingintheblack #sawyer #volunteer #trailcrew

We are the poster child for NATIONAL TRAILS DAY!

Join us for The Lawlerpalooza event on June 5-7...
https://www.oakridgetrailsalliance.org/volunteer/lawlerpalooza

And the McKenzie Trail Volunteers event is on the June 6, more info here... https://bttr.im/npjzf


U.S. Forest Service - Willamette National Forest

Well, somebody had a rough night.



Salamanders Trail Crew in the Willamette NF a few weeks ago. It takes as long as it takes. Trails are opening up and getting cleared through.

U.S. Forest Service - Willamette National Forest

It's summertime on the wilderness trails! Who is ready to become a Wilderness Trailhead Host? It's a lot of fun, obligation is low, and we provide the training. Say yes! See flyer below for directions on applying.



U.S. Forest Service - Willamette National Forest

Join a Forest Service Wildlife Biologist for a spring birding walk in the Willamette National Forest. Birders of all experience levels are welcome. New to bird watching? No problem! Borrow a pair of binoculars and discover how fun and interesting bird watching can be. Experienced birder? Great! Bring your knowledge and help the group spot, identify, and learn about birds as we walk through forest and wetland habitat.

Know Before You Go: This walk will be 2.5 miles round trip on variable surfaces. Be sure to wear durable shoes and weather appropriate attire and bring plenty of water and snacks.

For more information visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/willamette/events/spring-birding-walk-wildlife-biologist or call the Middle Fork Ranger District Office at 541-782-2283.

U.S. Forest Service - Willamette National Forest

Our first feature magazine article is in print! Thanks to Ridgeline Magazine for sharing this dramatic story about work on Stahlman Point Trail.


Salamander Trail Crew, Beth Dayton
Central Oregon Trail Alliance
Sisters Trails Alliance
U.S. Forest Service - Willamette National Forest

Stahlman Point Storm Recovery — Ridgeline Magazine By the time I reached my car an hour later I had an outline of a plan that would not only clear the trail but also help to elevate the skills and camaraderie of the area’s most experienced volunteer sawyers.

Today only—Corvallis/Albany folks… if you would like to purchase one of our new logo all-cotton bandanas for $5 BEFORE Skills College, I will be delivering today! Send me a direct message to get one today.

Melinda C. Martin