Cloverpatch Build Day

Cloverpatch Build Day

Author: slowleego

Created: May 24, 2024, 8:04 a.m.

 

Oakridge Trails Alliance

Greetings Trailbuilders

As the Spring season winds down, we're  working on getting trails ready for the summer season. For this trail work party, we'll be returning to Cloverpatch to work on a few of the switchbacks and drainage on the classic Cloverpatch descent through the meadow. 

The first project is a switchback we spent some time improving last fall. Over the winter, the trail settled in - so we need to get a bit of fill to build it up. We'll also be widening and improving the switchback below that one. Finally, the trail has a lot of cupping so we'll add some nice deep drain dips to help improve drainage. 

Cloverpatch is a key part of the ATCA loop and one of the more popular "backcountry" trails in our network. We'd love your help getting this trail ready for the 2024 season! 

This Weekend Details:

  • Date: Sunday May 26th at 9AM
  • Location: Trans-Cascadia Excursions (on the southeast corner of Westoak Rd. & FS19, across the street from the Red Covered Bridge)
  • Work Plans (on Cloverpatch Trail)
    • Widen switchback #1 (counting from the bottom)
    • Fill and pack Switchback #2 which settled over the winter.
    • Improve drainage to reduce cupping on the trail
  • Optional Preregistrationhttps://bttr.im/tb5rs

We have tasks suitable for people of all skill levels, so don't hesitate to join in even if you're new to trail maintenance.

Please wear hiking boots suitable for rough terrain. Gloves are recommended for your comfort and safety. Weather will likely be warm; and there may be sun exposure. Lightweight long sleeve shirts are recommended and bring plenty of water.

Please wear hiking boots suitable for rough terrain. Gloves are recommended for your comfort and safety. Weather will likely be warm; and there may be sun exposure. Lightweight long sleeve shirts are recommended and bring plenty of water.

NOTE: This location is known to have patches of poison oak.

We will provide tools and hard hats for anyone who doesn't have them. 

Looking forward to seeing you this Weekend!


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