DIG DAY — Hagg Lake

DIG DAY — Hagg Lake

Join us for a day of trail maintenance at Hagg Lake

By Northwest Trail Alliance

Date and time

Saturday, May 11 · 9am - 2pm PDT

Location

Eagle Point Recreation Area

Southwest Herr Road Gaston, OR 97119

About this event

  • 5 hours

DIG DAY — Hagg Lake

9am - 2 pm at Eagle Point Recreation area


Meeting Location

Scoggins Valley Park

50250 SW Scoggins Valley Road

Gaston, OR 97119

Eagle Point Recreation Area Overflow Parking Lot (look for signs; 1 mile northwest of the park’s main entrance on SW Scoggins Valley Road)


Summary of work goals

• Stabilize parts of the existing trail tread

• Narrow the existing trail in some areas; widen in others

• Improve drainage in areas of the existing trail most susceptible to puddling and widening


Specific work focus

• The Hagg Lake Trail has numerous sections in low-lying, wet, flat terrain vulnerable to erosion, mud build-up, and deterioration. Our overarching goal for the day is to help stabilize a few of those areas by deberming them, scraping off the top layers of duff and other organic matter, applying aggregate (when needed), and helping to re-establish the outslope. Additionally, when needed, we’ll add a few rolling grade dips, knicks, and drainage dips.

• One area we’ll be working at will need work re-establishing the existing bench cut along the backslope.


Tools needed (many will be provided; attendees are welcome to bring their own)
• Hoes
• Shovels
• McLeods
• Garden rakes

Gear Suggestions

• Helmet

• Sturdy gloves

• Sturdy boots or other protective footwear

• Long-sleeve shirt

• Long pants

• Rain gear, depending upon the weather

• Water & snacks (while at the work locations)


Will food be provided?

Yes, some alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages + light snacks

Will we be riding after?

Not planned; however, if weather permits, people are encouraged to do so!


Notes

• Parking passes will be provided for you at the meeting location; attendees do not need to purchase park passes

• People with AT&T cellular service have good reception around the lake; others frequently do not

• There will be an Oregon Road Runners Club race going on in the morning; please watch out for runners and walkers


Once registered, please sign the waiver HERE

Email volunteer@nw-trail.org with any questions

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