April 1st & 2nd Rides

Last Week: The prevailing East Wind behaved itself on Saturday the 18th which made riding easy along the Columbia River. We were a group of five handcycles (Jeremy, Ken, Martin, Saty & Suzanne) and four bicycles (Bev, Dan, Levi & Julia). It was cold out there! So, the pace picked up more than usual on the return trip. We had a good time comparing experiences and getting acquainted with Dan who will be exploring new trails for us in the Vancouver area.

Next Rides:
Title: Springwater Corridor Trail
When: 2006/04/01 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Gresham Main City Park off of Powell in Gresham. OR.
Description: The trail has easy access from the park. This is an easy ride on flat terrain. check Ride Details for a map, and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Fort Stevens State Park
When: 2006/04/02 11:00AM - 3:00PM
Where: Fort Stevens State Park (Seaside, OR)
Description: The Fort Stevens Military Reservation guarded the mouth of the Columbia River from the Civil War until WWII. The park has more than five miles of hiking trails and seven miles of bike paths. The Oregon Coast Trail begins at the South Jetty and continues along the beach. check Ride Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

March 18th & 19th Rides

Title: Columbia River

When: 2006/03/18 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Marine Drive at Broughton Park
Description: This path has a lot of scenic beauty situated right next to Portland's airport (PDX). From 33rd Drive, the path is on the city side of Marine Drive, passing by the very end of the PDX runway until it crosses over Marine Drive at Broughton Park. It then descends below the road level and is next to the Columbia River, where you get very nice views of river activity. Government Island then comes into view, you'll pass the Sea Scout Base, and the path ends at I-205. Check Riding Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail. Saturday rides are leisurely, two hours or less in length, and on easy terrain. We will take time to address your questions and learn from your experience. The rides will be tailored to your abilities. Saturday rides are in the Portland metropolitan area and on bike trails.

Title: FernHill Wetlands
When: 2006/03/19 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Forest Grove, OR
Description: FernHill Wetlands is 243 acres composed largely of wetland and moist soil habitats. We will pass by a buffalo ranch and Pacific University. This ride has some hills and is about 12 miles long. From Portland, travel west on U.S. 26 approximately twenty miles. Turn onto Oregon 47 at Banks and continue south through Forest Grove for a total of seven or eight miles and turn left onto Fern Hill Road. Continue approximately 400 yards to the Fernhill Wetlands parking area. Wheelchair-accessible unpaved trail. Sunday rides will be up to four hours in length and the terrain may contain some hills. We will frequently go outside the Portland metropolitan area and ride on low trafficked roads or Rails to Trails .