- REDMOND: COTA Cascade Views Trail Build-Sunday Fundays!!! Day 6Cascade View Trailhead, Redmond, OR
What: We are building a new section of trail so dont miss out, sign up now.
*Join us at Cascade Views Trails to continue building new trails. This will be our 6th event of a series of build days this spring at Cascade Views Trails. We are making a great progress thanks to all your help with such large groups and amazing support!
We will be building all spring so keep an eye out for more Meetup events!
Where: The group will be meeting at the end of a paved dead end road a quarter mile south of the Cascade View Trailhead (GPS Coordinates 44.27698, -121.31664) NOT AT THE TRAILHEAD. Be sure to drive past the trailhead and look for the COTA sign. Then turn right and drive to the end of the road until you find the COTA trailer.
Eagle Crest Blvd, Redmond, OR 97756Crew Leaders will have a COTA sign out near the meeting location. Your Crew Leader will discuss the exact work area location on the day of your event.
When: Please arrive 5-10 minutes early, so we can have an on time start. If anyone is running late or gets lost, please call or text your Crew Leader.
What to expect: After meeting with your Crew Leader, the group will have a short safety and work overview briefing. From there, the group will gather tools and walk to the work area. Be prepared for hard work and to have FUN! We love talking about the trails and the techniques used to maintain them, so ask questions if you have them.
Cancellation: Plan on working rain or shine. If there is inclement weather, smoke from wildfires, or anything COTA deems dangerous, your COTA Crew Leader will update this meetup page and a message will go out. If you do not hear from your COTA Crew Leader, the event is on. If still in doubt you can call or text your Crew Leader.
What To Bring:
- Warm clothes (layers)
- Sunscreen/chapstick
- Water
- Snacks
- Sturdy, close toed shoes
- Backpack to carry your things
- Long pants
- Work gloves
- Eye protection (glasses, sunglasses - we will have some as well)
All tools and hard hats will be provided.
If you have any questions, please post them below.
Or call/text Aaron Smith at (541)403-1709Want to make the trails better? Join today
cotamtb.com | IG @cotamtb - Ritual - A Mountain Bike Film TourVolcanic Theatre Pub, Bend, OR
Join us for an evening in support of independent film makers and the Central Oregon Trail Alliance! Since humankind invented the wheel, we’ve been determined to take it to new heights, push it to the limit, and revel in the experience. Ritual is a big screen celebration of the indomitable human spirit that defines the sport of mountain biking with unforgettable film-going experiences. The film series highlights incredible athletes, creative filmmakers, engaging storylines and stunning cinematography; bringing riders together in mountain biking’s greatest cities and venues.
Tickets are $20 and can be purchased here.
About Ritual Mountain Bike Film Tour: Launched in 2020 and shut down by Covid19, Ritual Mountain Bike Film Tour is re-launching in Spring 2024.The tour, founded by Chris Keig (Warren Miller / Fly Fishing Film Tour), Geoff Shaffer (Pearl Izumi) and Chad Melis (Turn It Up Media / REEB Cycles), will feature a collection of industry leading films from established and independent film makers on the big screen and will debut at roughly 50 venues through a mix of hosted and licensed live events in 2024.
- SoDeCo Wednesday at LaPine State ParkLaPine State Park, La Pine, OR
Come on out and join the SoDeCo team for some work on the Couger Trail in LaPine State Park. This week we'll continue brushing and sight line work to improve safety and fun on the trails. We need your energy and enthusiasm to get this work done. No experience necessary.
Where: Drive in on the main road to the park. We'll meet at the day use parking area gate. There will be a COTA sign on the road to help you out. We'll walk a short distance to the work area.
Google map here >>> https://maps.app.goo.gl/zrjWQF18EytQY43F6
When: Please arrive 5-10 minutes early, so we can have an on time start. If anyone is running late or gets lost, please call or text your Crew Leader.
What to expect: After meeting with your Crew Leader, the group will have a short safety and work overview briefing. From there, the group will gather tools and walk to the work area. Be prepared for hard work and to have FUN! We love talking about the trails and the techniques used to maintain them, so ask questions if you have them.
Cancellation: Plan on working rain or shine. If there is inclement weather, smoke from wildfires, or anything COTA deems dangerous, your COTA Crew Leader will update this meetup page and a message will go out. If you do not hear from your COTA Crew Leader, the event is on.
What To Bring:
- Long sleeved shirt
- Long pants
- Sturdy, close toed shoes
- Work gloves
- Eye protection (glasses, sunglasses)
- Bug repellent
- Sunscreen/chapstick
- Water
- Snacks
- Backpack to carry your things
- The State Park requires dogs to be on leash so best to leave Fido home
All tools and hard hats will be provided.
If you have any questions, please post them below.
Steve Brown
707-834-6043 - Women of COTA: Drainage Work Ticket to RideFS 4600 and Ticket to Ride, Bend, OR
What: Join us on Ticket to Ride for some drainage work. We will be cleaning drains and doing a little bit of brushing to be sure this section of TTR is ready for the season. No experience required, just willingness to get dirty and learn.
When: 4:30 pm We will plan to work for 2 hours. Please arrive 10 minutes early so we can have an on time start.
Where: Meet at the intersection of Ticket to Ride and FS 4600 be ready to work at 4:30. We will walk a short distance up the trail and work to improve drainage.
Google Maps Link to Meeting Place
Turn off of Century across from Widgi, where FS roads 4600 and 4604 meet. After crossing the paved path turn left on to 4600.What to Bring:
- Wear long pants
- Closed toed shoes
- Gloves
- Water and snacks
- Eye protection (glasses or sunglasses)
- Sunscreen and chapstick
We will provide the necessary tools and hard has. The Forest Service requires us to wear hard hats.
Cancellation: Plan on working rain or shine. If there is inclement weather, smoke from wildfires, or anything COTA deems dangerous, your COTA Crew Leader will update this meetup page and a message will go out.
If you have to cancel, please be kind and send a message at least an hour before the event.
Dogs: Please no dogs at this event. Some of our work and rides may be dog friendly in the future. Since this section of trail is heavily trafficked and we will be working on a small stretch of trail, we ask that you leave your doggie friends at home this time. Thank you.
General:
Be prepared to work and to have FUN! Talking about the trails and the techniques used to maintain them is fun, so ask questions if you have them.Women of COTA is centered on bringing women together in a supportive environment to learn about COTA and the trail building/maintenance process while biking our local trails.
- REDMOND: COTA Cascade Views Trail Build-Sunday Fundays!!! Day 7Cascade View Trailhead, Redmond, OR
What: Join us at Cascade Views Trails to continue building new trails. This will be our 7th event of a series of build days this spring at Cascade View Trails. Getting close to finishing up this awesome trail so don't miss out!
Where: The group will be meeting at the end of a paved dead end road a quarter mile south of the Cascade View Trailhead (GPS Coordinates 44.27698, -121.31664) NOT AT THE TRAILHEAD. Be sure to drive past the trailhead and look for the COTA sign. Then turn right and drive to the end of the road until you find the COTA trailer.
Eagle Crest Blvd, Redmond, OR 97756Crew Leaders will have a COTA sign out near the meeting location. Your Crew Leader will discuss the exact work area location on the day of your event.
When: Please arrive 5-10 minutes early, so we can have an on time start. If anyone is running late or gets lost, please call or text your Crew Leader.
What to expect: After meeting with your Crew Leader, the group will have a short safety and work overview briefing. From there, the group will gather tools and walk to the work area. Be prepared for hard work and to have FUN! We love talking about the trails and the techniques used to maintain them, so ask questions if you have them.
Cancellation: Plan on working rain or shine. If there is inclement weather, smoke from wildfires, or anything COTA deems dangerous, your COTA Crew Leader will update this meetup page and a message will go out. If you do not hear from your COTA Crew Leader, the event is on. If still in doubt you can call or text your Crew Leader.
What To Bring:
- Warm clothes (layers)
- Sunscreen/chapstick
- Water
- Snacks
- Sturdy, close toed shoes
- Backpack to carry your things
- Long pants
- Work gloves
- Eye protection (glasses, sunglasses - we will have some as well)
All tools and hard hats will be provided.
If you have any questions, please post them below.
Or call/text Aaron Smith at (541)403-1709Want to make the trails better? Join today
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