Partnerships

We are developing partnerships for a sustainable trail network with the US Forest Service, Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance, Washington Trails Association, local business, landowners, and other entities.

Community Meetings

We are building consensus and buy-in by listening to both the community's sensitivities and land manager's concerns alike. We are developing a sustainable strategy for funding both development and long-term maintenance.

Developing a Trail Plan

We are hitting the woods hard and recording our observations. We anticipate we will need to be flexible with the trail layout to protect threatened and endangered species, aquatic ecosystems, and archeological resources.

Timeline

These types of efforts take years to accomplish. Solid plans take community input and time to develop. Environmental policies and processes need to be addressed. Grants, donations, and programs run on cyclic timelines. In 2019, we aim to submit our first proposals to the Forest Service.

Funding the Work

Donations are important to keep our organization alive, they:

• Keep our website up
• Print flyers
• Rent space for community meetings
• And much more...

Example/Estimated Costs:

• Trail contractors quote $25,000 per mile of trail
• Bridges costs around $2000 / linear meter
• Paved parking areas with toilets and other facilities can cost up to $150,000.
• The US Forest Service may need financial assistance to help get the NEPA analysis done

Strengthening our Community

A system of trails would provide:

• A well-delineated place for residents and visitors to recreate
• A connection to existing US Forest Service trails
• Loop hike opportunities
• Events and races (high-school cross country)
• A strong relationship with the USFS and engage our community in the stewardship of our local Forest.