Trail 400 Eagle Creek to Tanner Work Party

Hwy 84 exit 40,Cascade Locks OR 97014

24 February, 2021

Description

Logout of Gorge Trail 400 between Eagle and Tanner Creeks to clear whatever the recent ice storm brought down. Crew Leader: Jane KauthHike Distance: 4 milesElevation Gain: 700'Hike Difficulty: ModerateWork Difficulty: ModerateWork Description: Logout================================================In the days of C-19 we ask for a little more experience leading into your first volunteer event. Since we’ve added mitigations of risk around physical distancing, our volunteer leaders are not as able to hover about and answer hands-on questions throughout the trail party. And if an emergency does develop, we need our participants to be even more aware of our safety procedures. Don’t worry, trailkeeping is for everybody and we made it easy to get going.Click here to learn what you need to know before registering for this event.================================================Project Overview:From the Wauna Viewpoint Trail (402) junction working west, we'll clear Trail 400 of any logs and debris deposited by the recent snow and ice storm. What to Expect:The day is forecast is to be dry and calm with temperatures ranging from low 30s to mid 40s. There is likely still snow on the trail. As we did last time, we'll plan to drive from Toothrock Trailhead up service road NF-777 to its junction with Trail 400. What to bring: Lunch, Plenty of water, Snacks, Gloves, Hardhat, Eye Protection, Face covering, Personal sanitation kitYour own logging equipment if you have it (Handsaws, Axes, Wedges)Your hard hat, if you have oneWhat to wear: Boots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. No tennis shoes allowed!), Long sleeved shirts and pants, Work gloves, Rain gear as appropriate for the weatherDirections: Head east on Hwy 84, take exit 40, turn right, go 100', turn left. Drive ~1/4 mile to the Toothrock Trailhead parking lot on the left. ================================================================ LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes. In every corner of what we now call Oregon, these people were forced to cede their land, their home, to the US government at various times from 1853 - 1871. We are privileged to be here today & express gratitude to the descendants of these tribes for being the original stewards of this land. EQUITY & INCLUSION: TKO seeks to make Oregon’s trails a place where people can go to connect with nature & one another. Not everyone feels safe & welcome in the outdoors due to racism, bias & hate. We commit to being part of the solution to change that. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target individuals or groups will not be tolerated by TKO, regardless of whether they are based on age, citizenship, disability, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, geographic origin, language, marital status, nationality, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical & emotional safety is our number one priority. If a person's actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable/unsafe - interrupt directly, tell a crew leader &/or complete the post-event survey.