We at the Salmonberry Trail Foundation are honored to announce our inclusion in Willamette Week’s Give!Guide — and today is the big launch! When you give to the Salmonberry Trail Foundation (or any of the other fantastic nonprofits in the guide), you’re not only supporting important work — you’re also getting a chance to win amazing prizes!

Salmonberry Trail Intergovernmental Agency board will meet on Friday, October 31, starting at 9:00 AM at Stub Stewart State Park, Mountain Dale Meeting Hall, Buxton, Oregon, for a closed executive session.

Join us on Thursday, September 19th, from 6-7:30 in conjunction with the @cxpistols at the @giganticbrewing SE 26th taproom for a Happy Hour. Come mingle with Salmonberry Trail staff, board members, CX Pistols, and fellow supporters. Learn how you can be involved in this historic rail-to-trail to the Oregon Coast. RSVP at the link in the bio. 21+ with ID.

We are excited to announce our next Happy Hour event on August 22nd at Noble Hop in Hillsboro! From 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, come and mingle with Salmonberry Trail staff, board members, and fellow supporters. It’s a perfect opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new connections.

Claim your tickets here

Work continues to create the Salmonberry Trail, which will connect the town of Banks to the Oregon Coast for hikers, bikers, and equestrian use.

We need your help managing invasive species and planting native plants along the "Learning Mile," between the Manning Trailhead and Stub Stewart State Park. Together, we can support future construction and promote healthy ecosystems!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Salmonberry Trail Merchandise Shop! Now, you can show your support for the Salmonberry Trail with a variety of branded items, including T-shirts, polos, coats, vests, caps, and more.

Every purchase helps us build the Salmonberry Trail, connecting communities and providing accessible outdoor experiences.

Visit our shop today and explore our collection: Salmonberry Trail Merchandise Shop.

Thank you for supporting the Salmonberry Trail!

We are thrilled to announce a series of guided hikes along the beautiful Salmonberry Trail! These hikes offer a unique opportunity to explore the trail's stunning landscapes, learn about the local flora and fauna, and connect with fellow trail enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just starting out, our guided hikes are a great way to experience the natural beauty of Oregon.

We are excited to announce our next Happy Hour event on July 25th at Noble Hop in Hillsboro! From 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, come and mingle with Salmonberry Trail staff, board members, and fellow supporters. It’s a perfect opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new connections.

Event Details:

Date: July 25th

Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Location: Noble Hop, 370 E Main St, Hillsboro, OR 97123

Website: Noble Hop

We look forward to seeing you there!

Thank You To Everyone Who Made The Bike Brigade Possible!

We appreciate Congresswoman Bonamici and Senators Merkley and Wyden’s support for congressional-directed spending on the Salmonberry Trail. Although this funding is by no means certain, their support is crucial as we navigate the challenges ahead.

I invite you to join us on Tuesday, June 18th, in Tillamook for a crucial listening session held by the Joint Committee on Transportation. These sessions aim to build a legislative understanding of Oregon's statewide transportation needs and shared priorities.

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, June 18th

Location: Tillamook, Port of Tillamook Bay, Officer’s Mess Hall

Time: 90 minutes of public testimony

This month, our Salmonberry Trail happy hour will be at Migration Brewing's Glisan Brewpub, located at 2828 NE Glisan Street, Portland, OR 97232. Join us from 5:30 to 7 PM on June 20th, 2024.

This is a great opportunity to meet with Salmonberry board members and staff, learn more about the trail, find out how you can get involved, or simply catch up with old friends. We hope to see you there!

Photo: Emma Logan/Statesman Journal

Looking down, you can see rusty rails filled with the history of the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad.

Looking forward, you can see the green trees, dark and bright, that make the Oregon Coast unique to any other place.

Looking to the side, you can see the Nehalem River creating a picturesque view in the background of Wheeler Station.

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is recruiting to fill a vacancy for a Hiking Representative on the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) Grants Committee. Applications are due June 30.

We're hosting a series of trail-clearing and clean-up events every Wednesday in May. Whether you're experienced with loppers and pruning saws or just looking to lend a hand, we need your help clearing downed trees, brambles, and encroaching growth on the trail. Sign up here!

Photo by Chas Hundley from The Banks Post

Date: May 16th, 2024
Time: Public Meeting 1:30 PM-3:30 PM
Location: Banks Fire Station #13 (NW Main St, Banks, OR 97106)

Zoom Registration: https://bit.ly/stiamay2024

Seating Limited. Email Gavin Mahaley to reserve your seat.

What a ride it's been this year for the Salmonberry Trail! With two new full-time staff on board, new board members, eight miles of the trail cleared in Washington County, and the wheels turning on rail salvage, we're just getting warmed up. We've reignited old friendships and sparked new partnerships, written numerous grants – including a RAISE grant application for Rockaway Beach – and the team hiked the wildest parts of the future trail. With Railstar Engineering's expertise, we have had many of our bridges inspected, and we have a plan to deck those bridges with support from our volunteers and have rallied teams covering everything from trestles to flora and fauna, not to mention kicking off our guided hikes.

Join us at Nebulous Taproom from 5:30 - 7:00 PM on March 21st to mingle with Salmonberry Trail Board Members and staff and connect with fellow volunteers. We can’t wait to see you there!