Outdoors❯Hiking & Walking

This is a nice late season hike with great views if we catch a crisp bluebird day. It's about 9 miles and 1700 ft elevation gain. It follows the PCT to Indian Racetrack before climbing up Red Mountain and back to the trailhead along a closed, gravel road. Oregon Hikers has a good description. The drive is about 1.5 hrs from the MMC.

This will be an exploratory hike as I've previously taken a different out and back route to Red Mountain. While I haven't hiked this exact trail, I do know that this time of year in the Indian Heaven Wilderness there can be swampy sections of the trail depending on if there has been melting snow or a good rain that fills the meadows. It's worth a little damp shoes though!

All are welcome for this fun community run and walking group, held on the first Saturday of every month. This is a free community group, so anyone can join the runners or walkers at no cost. It's a great Milwaukie Running Club group. The sauna social after the run is offered at half price: just $14.50. Capacity is limited to the first 20 sign-ups, so you are encouraged to sign up in advance.

The light pace is great for beginners, and set by the group. If a few people want to go slower or faster, the group will split into different-paced pods. Simply show up just before 8 a.m., run or walk for about an hour, then enjoy sauna time together at half price afterward.

Soak up that steam and the cold contrast for muscle recovery, improved circulation and enhanced running performance. Meet rain or shine and always make sure everyone is feeling safe and supported. Keep up that momentum toward your 2026 goals with this guided route — run or walk.

Led by Portland native Justine @runwithms

Join us for our 5th annual Friendsgiving potluck. Host provides turkey and gravy, you provide potluck dish of your choice. sign up sheet to follow. Dinner served at 130pm, followed by short hike or social time by the fireplace. Note: The ovens are reserved for warming food after 12pm. Consider car pooling or the 915 or 1115 bus from Sandy, $2 cash per ride. Lodge is open all weekend. Tell us what you are going to bring, so we can all coordinate some amazing food! https://potluck.trailsclub.org/friendsgiving-2026

Vancouver Waterfront Walk

The walk begins around 10:00 AM at the Salmon Run Bell Tower in Esther Short Park.

I will arrive about 10 to 15 minutes early t

Project Information:

We’ll be completing some maintenance on the popular Angel’s Rest Trail, including brushing with hand tools, light tread maintenance, and decommissioning areas where hikers are cutting switchbacks.

Hiking information:

This is a moderate hike with consistent elevation gain. We will hike from the Angel’s Rest Trailhead off of the historic highway and continue up about 1.6 miles before we get to the first area of work. After that, we will work as we hike, taking breaks as needed. The climb is about 1100 feet to our first work area and 1400 overall.

You should plan to participate in this trail party for its entirety. For safety reasons, please do not arrive late or expect to be able to leave early.

Event details:

Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If you’re volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.

What to bring:

• Plenty of water
• Snacks/lunch
• Work gloves if you have them (loaner gloves available)
• Any medications or emergency supplies you may need
• Sunscreen + insect repellent
• A pack to bring all of this with you on the trail
• TKO provides all tools and personal protective equipment (hard hats, gloves, glasses)
• Need gear? TKO has clothes, boots, camping gear, and more available for loan. Reach out to [email protected] to let us know how we can help!

What to wear:

• Boots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. Tennis shoes are not recommended. Open-toed shoes will not be allowed.)
• Long-sleeved shirts and pants – There is the possibility of encountering and interacting with Poison Oak on this trail.
• Rain gear, insulating layers, sun protection, etc. as appropriate for the weather

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: TKO seeks to make our events inclusive of people of all backgrounds and abilities. If you would like to discuss potential accommodations to allow for your participation in this event, please click here to complete a short Google survey. TKO staff will then contact you to discuss options. Please note: available accommodations will vary by event and typically need to be requested a minimum of two weeks in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to us by clicking Contact near the bottom of this page.

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 or welcome in the outdoors due to issues like racism, bias, and hate. We commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.

PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a person’s actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, tell a crew leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the post-event survey.

While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity.

Project Information:

The Alder Flat trail was affected by the 2020 Riverside Fire. Over the course of the summer, some tread damage has occured that the Forest Service is requesting we handle. We will be addressing that and any downed trees/limbs we encounter along the way.

Hiking information:

The trail is fairly accessible, being short and relatively flat. We don’t have good intel on where exactly the trail issues are, so we’ll plan on hiking the entire trail, unless I can get out and scout it ahead of time.

You should plan to participate in this trail party for its entirety. For safety reasons, please do not arrive late or expect to be able to leave early.

Event details:

Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If you’re volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.

What to bring:

• Plenty of water
• Snacks/lunch
• Work gloves if you have them (loaner gloves available)
• Any medications or emergency supplies you may need
• Sunscreen + insect repellent
• A pack to bring all of this with you on trail
• TKO provides all tools and personal protective equipment (hard hats, gloves, glasses)
• Need gear? TKO has clothes, boots, camping gear, and more available for loan. Reach out to [email protected] to let us know how we can help!

What to wear:

• Boots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. Tennis shoes are not recommended. Open-toed shoes will not be allowed.)
• Long sleeved shirts and pants
• Rain gear, insulating layers, sun protection, etc. as appropriate for the weather

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: TKO seeks to make our events inclusive of people of all backgrounds and abilities. If you would like to discuss potential accommodations to allow for your participation in this event, please click here to complete a short Google survey. TKO staff will then contact you to discuss options. Please note: available accommodations will vary by event and typically need to be requested a minimum of two weeks in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to us by clicking Contact near the bottom of this page.

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 or welcome in the outdoors due to issues like racism, bias, and hate. We commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.

PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a person’s actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, tell a crew leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the post-event survey.

While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity.

A welcoming community meet for runners and power walkers gathers on the first Saturday of each month. Participation is free and open to all, with a beginner friendly pace set by the group. If different speeds emerge, participants split into smaller pace pods so everyone can move comfortably. This Milwaukie Running Club group follows a guided route and keeps the tone light and fun. Afterward, a sauna social is available at a reduced rate of $14.50, limited to the first 20 sign ups, and advance sign up is encouraged. Completing the liability waiver ahead of time can make check in faster. Led by Portland native Justine @runwithms, the post session steam and cold contrast are highlighted for muscle recovery, improved circulation, and enhanced running performance. The group meets rain or shine and emphasizes a safe, supportive experience for all.

First Saturday: Intro to photography. Get to know your camera with Q/A.

Second Saturday: YOUTH ONLY. Club is facilitated by teen staff this week.

Third Saturday: Art in photography. Try out new concepts, film, DIY hacks.

Fourth Saturday: Women & non-binary photographers only this week.

Fifth Saturday (if applicable): Photography Walk! Get out and take pics with a guided stroll around town.

Monday Swing is a weekly vintage swing dance practicum and social dance on Monday nights with DJ'ed music in a cozy NE PDX setting.

All ages! No partner needed!

7:00 - 8:00 Lesson — How to Practice w/ Dianne and Dan
8:00 - 10:00 Practicum & Social Dance

Lesson — $10
Dance — $10
BOTH — $15

Class Description:

In this class, we'll be sharing everything we know about practicing. We’ll cover what to practice, how to practice, and effective strategies for getting the most out of your time. We'll be sharing decades of our own personal learnings about how to be your own best teacher.

So here’s the nitty gritty… We’ll go over how to notate movement, how to seek out and break down canonical sources, how to borrow effectively from professional dancers / competition footage, and how to develop your own "voice" as a dancer. We'll discuss how to prioritize your practice in accordance with your dance values, and how to develop systems for yourself that lead to your dance goals and better dancing in general. We’ll touch on how to build choreography, how to communicate, how to open up space for creativity, and how to connect your practice to the roots and historical traditions of the dance while still being innovative and true to your own voice.

Whether you're practicing with a dedicated partner, by yourself, or with a group, this class will cover techniques to help you show up for yourself and others on your journey to meeting your dance goals.

__________________________________________________________________________________________>> What's a practicum and social dance?
We DJ music just like a regular social dance. You can come out and just dance like normal, or you can come planning to work on something: Ask for feedback, work on a move, play with variations, master a routine.

>> Have a specific question?
Experienced dancers and local teachers are available at practicum to help out with sticky spots.

>> Balboa? Shag? Solo? Learning swingouts?
Let the DJ know what you're working on if you have specific music requests!

This building is not physically accessible to enter. If you have accessibility concerns, please contact PLS.

Join us for a well-loved Mazama tradition of Thanksgiving at the Lodge. We gather every year for a big dinner, a day outside, and a warm place to land when it gets dark early-- whether you come with family, friends, or on your own, you'll find a...

Let’s meet downtown and walk around and look at public art and see some of Portland’s heritage trees. We will meet at Stumptown Coffee to begin the walk, g

We'll visit two unique gorge viewpoints. Wind Mountain has a short but steep trail to an area of significance to indigenous peoples. 2.8 miles and 1300 feet of elevation gain. A small section of the trail is steep and loose enough that a rope hand-line has been put in place.

After a 25-minute drive back towards Portland, we'll hike to the top of Beacon Rock from the Doetsch Day Use Area via the River to Rock trail. About 5 miles with 900 feet of gain. Portions of the trail may be overgrown with blackberry bushes and nettles.

We'll carpool from the MMC departing at 7:30 am or you can meet us at the Wind Mountain trailhead at 8:30. A Washington Discover Pass is needed for parking at the Doetsch Day Use Area.

Join us for a 5K or 10K guided walk. Walk goes through wetlands, woods, parks, neighborhoods, and the Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation Center area. Enjoy n

Expecting some rain and cold weather for this quick hike up Silver Star Sunday morning. Please dress in non cotton layers and bring plenty of snacks and water.

Rain gear, trekking poles, hot hands, first aid, the usual.

From “Portland Stair Walks” by Laura Foster: 4.5 miles with 11 staircases. 650’ elevation changes. Begin at the NW corner of SE 61st & Stark St

Project Information:

We’ll clear logs from the trail, cut aggressive plant species back from the trail, and do some minor drainage and tread work. We’ll work at a comfortable pace and take plenty of breaks.

Hiking information:

The trail is about a mile long and has a natural soil surface. There are a couple of steep areas and some areas are muddy during the wet season.

You should plan to participate in this trail party for its entirety. For safety reasons, please do not arrive late or expect to be able to leave early.

Event details:

Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If you’re volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.

What to bring:

• Plenty of water
• Snacks/lunch
• Work gloves if you have them (loaner gloves available)
• Any medications or emergency supplies you may need
• Sunscreen + insect repellent
• A pack to bring all of this with you on trail
• TKO provides all tools and personal protective equipment (hard hats, gloves, glasses)
• Need gear? TKO has clothes, boots, camping gear, and more available for loan. Reach out to [email protected] to let us know how we can help!

What to wear:

• Boots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. Tennis shoes are not recommended. Open-toed shoes will not be allowed.)
• Long sleeved shirts and pants
• Rain gear, insulating layers, sun protection, etc. as appropriate for the weather

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: TKO seeks to make our events inclusive of people of all backgrounds and abilities. If you would like to discuss potential accommodations to allow for your participation in this event, please click here to complete a short Google survey. TKO staff will then contact you to discuss options. Please note: available accommodations will vary by event and typically need to be requested a minimum of two weeks in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to us by clicking Contact near the bottom of this page.

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 or welcome in the outdoors due to issues like racism, bias, and hate. We commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.

PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a person’s actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, tell a crew leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the post-event survey.

While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity.

Project Information:

This trail at Eagle Fern park is across the road from the main body of the park, and has been very lightly used over the years, and poorly maintained. There are several switchbacks that need to be extended to decrease grade on the trail, and much tread reheabilitation needs to be done. There are several logs on the trail that need to be cut and removed.

Hiking information:

The trail is about half a mile in length. We’ll start at the trailhead and gradually work our way to the top. It is steep in some areas and the tread is uneven and in poor conditon at this time, as we begin this project.

You should plan to participate in this trail party for its entirety. For safety reasons, please do not arrive late or expect to be able to leave early.

Event details:

Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If you’re volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.

What to bring:

• Plenty of water
• Snacks/lunch
• Work gloves if you have them (loaner gloves available)
• Any medications or emergency supplies you may need
• Sunscreen + insect repellent
• A pack to bring all of this with you on trail
• TKO provides all tools and personal protective equipment (hard hats, gloves, glasses)
• Need gear? TKO has clothes, boots, camping gear, and more available for loan. Reach out to [email protected] to let us know how we can help!

What to wear:

• Boots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. Tennis shoes are not recommended. Open-toed shoes will not be allowed.)
• Long sleeved shirts and pants
• Rain gear, insulating layers, sun protection, etc. as appropriate for the weather

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: TKO seeks to make our events inclusive of people of all backgrounds and abilities. If you would like to discuss potential accommodations to allow for your participation in this event, please click here to complete a short Google survey. TKO staff will then contact you to discuss options. Please note: available accommodations will vary by event and typically need to be requested a minimum of two weeks in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to us by clicking Contact near the bottom of this page.

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 or welcome in the outdoors due to issues like racism, bias, and hate. We commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.

PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a person’s actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, tell a crew leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the post-event survey.

While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity.

Hike trails normally used mostly by mountain bikers and mounted horse riders on a fall Thursday when we should have it mostly to ourselves. Silver Falls is Oregon's largest state park, and you can view a large share of it on this hike. Because the hiking is so easy there, we will going a tick faster than usual; I've listed this as at least 2.5 mph.

The only waterfall we will see is North Falls, and then we will head onto the Perimeter Trail, a short segment of the Catamount Trail, the Buck Mountain Loop Trail, and finally the Rackett Ridge Trail to return to the Perimeter Trail and ultimately North Falls, for a clockwise lollipop loop that will total 17.2 miles, with 2,475' of gain and loss. The prior time I led this awesome hike most of the photos were of mushrooms.

We are leaving the Tualatin Park & Ride at Bridgeport at 06:30. Expect to spend about seven hours on the trails. Every vehicle parked at North Falls will need to pay $10 or display an Oregon State Park day use pass.

This hike is all about elevation and the beauty of design humankind is capable of, up in the clouds, away from life's worries, taking in the city from bird

This gentle 2.1 mile outing travels by the Happy Valley Nursery, continues along William Otty Drive, and descends to Mt. Scott Creek. The terrain is mostly easy with a few modest hills, and the steepest section arrives near the finish. Expect a relaxed pace suitable for a wide range of abilities. Dogs and strollers are welcome.

Annual tradition of hiking Hamilton/Hardy after a Thanksgiving feast. We'll start at the Equestrian Trailhead at Beacon Rock State Park, and hike up the Equestrian Trail to the East Hardy Trail. We will connect up with the Bridge Trail which will lead us up to the Upper Hardy Trail.Past the outhouse we'll connect to Don's Cutoff and have lunch on top of Hamilton. We'll take the Equestrian trail down to the trailhead. It is a 6.9 mile hike with 1300 Ft. elevation gain. There is no cell phone service at the trailhead, but there is an outhouse if needed. A Discovery Pass is required and can be obtained at the kiosk near the bathrooms on Route 14.

The Camas Public Library offers an Audiobook Walking Club on the fourth Monday of the month at 9:30 a.m. Members bring their own audiobooks and meet at a different outdoor location each month. The group will walk for 60 minutes followed by an optional 30 minutes of social time. Walks are weather-dependent.

This senior walking group will meet at the Main City Park back parking lot and walk up the Springwater Trail for approximately 2 miles. The trail is all flat and paved. You can turn back at any time, if desired. Friendly dogs are welcome.

This group is organized by UpRiver Village, a new resource for seniors in East County. Please check the UpRiver Village events page or RSVP at [email protected] to get notice of weather-related cancellation.

Questions? Email [email protected] or call 503-489-8813.

Join the MPC Walkers on first and third Mondays at 9:30 a.m. Questions? Contact Kathy Reigstad.

Come join us for a November trip to Nesika. Since bridge is out we will be hiking in from the green or brown gate. It is about 2.5 miles. Bring your own food. Meet at the gate at 9:00 Friday morning. I will try to have someone open gate on Saturday. Plan on meeting at 9:30 Saturday morning also. Do not be late. The gate is locked and we will wait no longer than 15 minutes. Call or text if you are late. You will need warm clothes, warm sleeping bag, rain gear, gloves and warm hat. For more information call or text Linda Conrad at 360-907-5096. No voice mails. We will plan day hikes and hike out Sunday after breakfast. Come and enjoy history of the club and nice day hikes in the basin.

Project Information:

We’ll be maintaining drainage features and doing basic tread maintenance on existing natural-surface trails. We’ll use grubbers, McLeods, and other digging tools to tread work and loppers and saws to do any vegetation clearing that’s needed. We’ll work at a comforatable pace and take plenty of breaks.

Hiking information:

We’ll walk a short (1/4 mile) distance to our project area and work our way along the trail. Total hiking distance will be less than 2 miles over the course of the day.

You should plan to participate in this trail party for its entirety. For safety reasons, please do not arrive late or expect to be able to leave early.

Event details:

Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If you’re volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.

What to bring:

• Plenty of water
• Snacks
• Work gloves if you have them (loaner gloves available)
• Any medications or emergency supplies you may need
• Sunscreen + insect repellent
• A pack to bring all of this with you on trail
• TKO and Portland Parks and Recreation provide all tools and personal protective equipment (hard hats, gloves, glasses)
• Need gear? TKO has clothes, boots, camping gear, and more available for loan. Reach out to [email protected] to let us know how we can help!

What to wear:

• Boots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. Tennis shoes are not recommended. Open-toed shoes will not be allowed.)
• Long sleeved shirts and pants
• Rain gear, insulating layers, sun protection, etc. as appropriate for the weather

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: TKO seeks to make our events inclusive of people of all backgrounds and abilities. If you would like to discuss potential accommodations to allow for your participation in this event, please click here to complete a short Google survey. TKO staff will then contact you to discuss options. Please note: available accommodations will vary by event and typically need to be requested a minimum of two weeks in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to us by clicking Contact near the bottom of this page.

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 or welcome in the outdoors due to issues like racism, bias, and hate. We commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.

PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a person’s actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, tell a crew leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the post-event survey.

While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity.

Fun variation on standard Kings Mountain hike. Instead of heading straight up Kings Mountain trail, we'll make a left onto Wilson River trail. We'll then head up to a somewhat overgrown Kings Junior trail which then goes up and then down before connecting back up to Kings Mountain trail. We'll take this to the Kings Mountain summit and then take the standard Kings Mountain trail back down to the trailhead.

Join us for a morning of hiking and casual Ski Walking! All are welcome - including experienced or budding ski enthusiasts, no prior experience is required! Bring hiking or ski poles. The leader will have an extra loaner set of poles. We will begin with a hike descending Fiirelane 5, then practice ski walking with poles on the Lief Erikson trail before heading gradually uphill on the Saltzman Rd. trail using our poles for "ski walking". After our first loop we will debrief and determine what additional trail loops we wish to make. Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite ski/snow hat, and we will celebrate the most creative snow dancer among the group. What is Ski Walking? This is great pre-season hype for nordic skiing or skimo skinning. Meet 8:30am at Saltzman Trailhead.

(video link: https://youtu.be/1WjrWfGArVI?si=UKcQbPDmKwj32sGY&t=3)

Black Hole Falls is a seldom-visited 50-foot waterfall tucked in a canyon on North Siouxon Creek.

The out-and-back trail covers about 10 miles with 2000 feet of elevation gain. The first couple miles are quite overgrown, in some places with thorny bushes. Depending on the recent rainfall, there may be brook crossings with the potential for getting wet feet. Two larger crossings require walking or scooting across a log which may make some hikers uneasy. Once past the overgrown portion and crossings, the trail is a nice walk in the woods to the stunning falls.

The final 6 miles of the drive are on gravel roads with a couple easy-to-miss turns and a short section steep enough that standard vehicles may have difficulty maintaining traction. A Washington Discover Pass is needed for parking.

We'll carpool from the MMC departing at 7 am for the approximately 90-minute drive and aim to be back by 4 pm.

We'll start at the new(ish) North Canyon trailhead and hike the Trail of Ten Falls loop with a few side quests and a stop for lunch/coffee/ice cream at the South Falls Lodge. State Parks will be free in honor of Veterans' Day.

A free, friendly meetup to play hobby and strategy board games. Meet monthly in Midland Library for a few hours of relaxed fun with a variety of different board and card games.

Bring a game or play one of the provided selections.

Every time I've ever led the Dog Mountain Loop, we've gone up the nearest trail to the Columbia River and descended the Augspurger Trail, but when we reached the first spectacular viewpoint, we always went left to a zone that's often incredibly windy. I recently learned of an alternative to the windy zone popularly known as the Puppy Trail, but which on my map is labeled Dog Mountain Summit Trail, and I aim to take this route to the summit. That 0.6 mile trail will be exploratory for your leader, but I have good intelligence that the trail is in fine shape. As with the other times I've hiked this loop, we'll hike 6.9 miles, ascending 2,750'.

We can leave a little later than in the spring because the parking lot is not expected to fill as rapidly in mid November. But these trails are always popular and we won't be hiking alone. No permits are necessary outside spring weekends, but vehicles will need to display a NW Forest Pass or other federal pass. Our listed speed of 1.5 to 1.9 mph reflects my experience with groups on these steep trails.

Join with your little ones for a gentle wander around the Marquam Trails! Babies, big kids, and partners welcome. We will meet at the Marquam Trailhead on Terwilliger.

Are you new to hiking with your little one? Come join us, ask questions, and find a community that wants you to succeed. If your kiddo isn't able to hike yet, please bring an appropriate supportive carrier or backpack to carry them. If you've got questions, reach out! I would love to help figure out options before we hit the trail so everyone can have a safe and successful adventure.

We will carpool from the MMC, leaving at 7:30 AM. We'll drive to Deschutes River State Park off of I - 84, past the Dalles. We'll start our hike at approximately 9 AM, on the Deschutes River Trail (Rails to Trails Trail). We will hike approximately 10 miles total, 5 miles out and back, at a moderate pace 2 to 2.5 mph. Expect exposure to the weather throughout the hike. The hike has a very gradual incline, but for the most part is flat. The cliffs, river and canyon are quite striking throughout. Good opportunities for photos.

Set out from Happy Valley City Park on a two-part outing that pairs a 2.25 mile easy walk, expected to take about 45 minutes, with a 2 mile difficult climb to the top of Clatsop. The first section keeps the pace gentle and offers time to mingle before the route turns uphill. Expect notable elevation on the second leg. The loop returns to the parking lot, so participants can opt for the first segment, the challenging portion, or the full combination. The route accommodates strollers.

Meet at Gateway transit center at 6:45AM for carpooling. Get to Mirror Lake trailhead by 8AM.

NW Forest pass or America the Beautiful pass required.

https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Tom_dick_and_harry_mountain_hike

A monthly, prompt-driven freewriting gathering welcomes writers of every genre and experience level. Guided by author and poet Jone Rush MacCulloch, the session starts with a creative prompt, offers focused time to write, then invites anyone who wishes to share their work. It is a friendly space to connect with other writers, approach the page with curiosity, and see where inspiration leads. Jone is the author of Tilt, a novel in verse, and facilitates writing salons and events online and at Cup of Tea.

Please see description and RSVP list at: https://www.meetup.com/trails-club-of-oregon/events/317042091/

Join Film School x PAM CUT @ The Whitsell for What’s Up, Doc (1972) in 35mm. The 1972 screwball comedy, starring Barbra Streisand and Ryan O’Neal, follows a wild and eccentric mix-up of plaid luggage through 70’s San Francisco. This portrait is tailored to showcase Barbra Streisand’s unique and distinct comedic persona and the chaotic magnetism she brings to the screen—echoing the screwball heroines that came before her.

Film School is a community film club hosting monthly screenings, discussions, and a blog. They celebrate cinema, spark conversation, and connect film lovers—on and off the screen.

What’s Up, Doc? (1972) Directed by Peter Bogdanovich. 1hr 34min. Rated G. 35mm.

Let’s spend a Sunday doing some good and getting to know each other along the way! Join our 30s & 40s Singles Group to support athletes at Special Olympics Oregon’s Beaverton Regional Aquatics competition on Sunday, November 1.

Expect swimming, teamwork, plenty of cheering, and a chance to connect with other community-minded singles. The event coordinator is excited to have our group help!

We have two exciting ways to participate based on how involved you want to be.

🙌 Path 1: Come volunteer directly with us

No sports knowledge, athletic ability, or previous volunteer experience needed. The Special Olympics Oregon team will train you onsite and assign your role at check-in.

You might help with:

• Athlete escorts: Guide swimmers from staging to their lanes and then to awards.
• Timing: Time races and call the finish order.
• Results: Deliver and record race results.
• Awards: Prepare medals and ribbons and help with presentations.
• Developmental skills: Help with staging, escorting, and timing for the morning skills competition.

Have relevant experience? Let the team know at check-in!

You can choose between a full-day shift of about 8–9 hours or a half-day shift of about 4–4.5 hours, depending on availability.

All volunteers receive a Special Olympics Oregon T-shirt, and full-day volunteers receive lunch.

📝 How to join as a volunteer

1. RSVP here so we know you’re joining our Meetup group.
2. Register directly with Special Olympics Oregon and choose your shift (link here or in comments). Your Meetup RSVP alone does not reserve a volunteer spot.
3. Watch for a Meetup message from me! I’ll check in to confirm your shift, help with questions, and coordinate our group.

Please register promptly if you’d like to volunteer, since shifts have limited spaces. Follow the arrival and check-in instructions for your selected shift.

💛 A small commitment that makes a big difference

The event team relies on registered volunteers to keep the competition running smoothly. Please choose a shift you can commit to attending in full and plan ahead for the day.

Of course, unexpected things happen! If you can no longer volunteer, please notify the Special Olympics coordinator promptly, update your volunteer registration, and update your Meetup RSVP too. Keeping everyone informed as timely as possible gives the team time to adjust.

📣 Path 2: Prefer to cheer? Join the audience!

You can also support the athletes from the sidelines. If committing to volunteering in a shift isn’t the right fit, or the shifts have filled, come enjoy the competition and help us give the swimmers an enthusiastic audience!

Please let me know whether you’re volunteering or coming to cheer, so I can coordinate our group. Only people registered directly with Special Olympics Oregon will be counted as volunteers.

Which ever path you choose, we’re happy to have you!

Come lend a hand, bring your cheering voice, and spend a Sunday supporting our greater Portland community. 💛

This is a one-way walk, mostly on the paved Trolley Trail, from the pedestrian-bicycle bridge over the Clackamas River to the SE Park Ave MAX station. We will walk 7.0 miles and gain 175'.

The trip will start and end at the SE Park Ave MAX station, which is the southern terminus of the Orange line but is also served by bus 33. Folks may park in the garage or take transit there. We're gathering just before 08:00 in advance of our 08:04 to 08:20 SB bus 33. Please bring your HOP card, a contactless credit card, or $2.80 cash (exact change) to ride the bus. We will deboard at stop 3831, McLoughlin & Clackamette Dr, which is the first stop south of the Clackamas River.

Our walk starts from there. We will walk alongside Dunes Dr, Clackamette Dr, and Main St to the trail along the Clackamas River, which we will take to the ped-bike bridge. Once across the bridge, we will backtrack along the Clackamas River before turning onto Gladstone's Portland Ave, which leads to the Trolley Trail, which we will take back to the SE Park Ave MAX station.

Join the final class in the mushroom education series that began in June. This Mushroom Identification class is designed to help you build confidence in recognizing common fungi in their natural habitat while deepening your understanding of mushroom characteristics, seasonal patterns, and safe foraging practices.

Because collecting plants or fungi is not permitted in Forest Park, this class focuses on education and observation—learning how to identify mushrooms in a wild setting without harvesting. You’ll gain practical skills and tips you can apply when exploring and foraging outside of Forest Park on your own.

Come ready to learn, observe, and enjoy the fascinating world of fungi.

We will meet at Germantown and Leif Erikson Trailhead.

A traditional (for me) post-Thanksgiving hike up the PCT to Benson Plateau after coming over from the Herman Creek trailhead. From one year to the next it can be a different experience. It's a long uphill pull until you reach the only open view. Some years that's as far as we got. From there it is still a mile and a half to the entryway to the plateau. I have no problem turning around if the conditions are too taxing or if the group gets too strung out.

Pruning pines to achieve the look they have in spaces like Portland Japanese Garden requires meticulous care and years of learning. In this demonstration, Pete Putnicki, Japanese Pruning Specialist and former Senior Gardener at Seattle Japanese Garden, will discuss the maintenance of pine trees.

This program will start with a tour of the Garden focusing on pine trees, followed by a lecture and demonstration. The demonstration will focus on candling, needling, growth regulation, and pruning techniques. Participants will have a chance to experience pine needling themselves with an instructor guiding them along the way.

• This one-day demonstration is limited to 15 participants.

• Participants should bring their own lunch, a reusable drinking cup or water bottle.

• Educational material will be provided.

• Event fees are non-refundable and this event takes place rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

Lights & Leashes is our dog-friendly walking event where anyone can experience the magic of Winter Wonderland at their own pace. Take a leisurely stroll and see over a millions holiday lights up close!

Holiday outfits are encouraged for humans and dogs alike. Dogs are not required to attend this crowd-favorite event!

Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Strollers are allowed for kiddos but for safety purposes, no bikes, scooters, skates, or motorized vehicles are allowed at this event. There is also no designated dog potty area, so please pick up after your pups!

DATE: Nov. 30 & Dec. 1, 2026 from 4:15pm – 9:30pm

PRICE: $16 for adults ($18 at the gate), $5 for kids ($7 at the gate)

POLICIES:

Tickets to Lights & Leashes are sold individually, not by carload. Dogs must stay on a leash. Free parking is available for attendees at Portland International Raceway. This is a walking night only. Strollers are allowed for children. However, no cars, motorized vehicles, roller blades, bikes, scooters, or skateboards will be allowed on the track.

Join Eco Club and the Moreau Center for Service and Justice to give a little TLC to the local neighborhood after Halloween festivities. After holidays like Halloween, we tend to see a spike in litter on and around campus and we have the opportunity to change that on November 1st from 1 to 3pm! We will walk along Willamette Blvd and around through N Fiske Ave, N Yale St, and N Van Houten Ave. At the start, meet us for check in on the walkway between the Chiles Center and Joe Etzel Baseball Field on N Portsmouth Ave. There, we'll have all supplies provided including gloves, garbage bags, vests, and grabbers. We'll also have snacks and donuts available to kick off the event. This event is open to the UP community as well as other neighborhood locals and anyone who wants to volunteer. We will have restrooms available on campus, and there is plenty of parking available. Please register in advance so we make sure to have enough cleanup supplies. Please bring your own trash grabber if you have one. All ages are welcome. We recommend working in pairs or small groups, dressing for the weather, and bringing a waterbottle. Advanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot. Meeting Location: Volunteers will be meeting at the concrete walkway between the Chiles Center and Joe Etzel Baseball Field on N Portsmouth Ave. It is next to the small parking lot connected to the Chiles Center. Look for the SOLVE sig

This new monthly club creates a welcoming space for people who enjoy crochet, knitting, embroidery, and other fiber arts. Participants can share patterns, learn techniques from one another, and connect while working on their own

A free evening of community and curiosity hosted by the Portland chapter of WRISE (Women of Renewable Industries and Sustainable Energy). Leaders from Avangrid, one of the largest renewable energy operators in the US, share how they are exploring and applying artificial intelligence across renewable energy work - from operations and forecasting to planning and the day-to-day realities of running clean-energy assets. Speakers include Sara Parsons, Eleftheria (Lora) Chante and Silmar Crepaldi of Avangrid. The event is aimed at anyone working in or curious about the intersection of AI, energy and sustainability, with time for networking with the Portland clean-tech community. Held at Montgomery Park in NW Portland. Free; register on Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/powering-the-future-how-avangrid-leaders-are-using-ai-in-renewable-energy-tickets-2003681196396

Ridgefield Main Street presents Sips of the Season, a downtown wine, cider, beer and spirits walk, from 3-7 p.m. Nov. 7. Guests can enjoy seasonal tastings at participating downtown Ridgefield businesses. Two ticket packages are available: five tastings for $25 or ten tastings for $45. Each ticket includes a commemorative tasting glass, goodie bag and map of participating locations. The 21-and-over event is a fundraiser for Ridgefield Main Street. Proceeds support programs and projects that strengthen downtown Ridgefield. Buy tickets at eventbrite.com.