YEAR ROUND EVENTS - 2018
East County Wind Walkers
PO Box 854
Gresham, OR 97030
AVA #552/OR #31
Listed below are ten year-round walks that are available from January 1 through December 31, 2018. All events are sanctioned by the AVA, and are eligible for AVA/IVV Achievement Awards. Credit fee for all events is $3.00; non-credit participants may walk free, and are welcome, but must sign the event regis-tration log and carry and return the start card.
Contact:
Louise Dix 541-951-0667
Email: louisedix@yahoo.com
Blue Lake – Fairview Lake – YR
10K Rated 1-A 5K Rated 1-A
No dogs are allowed in Blue Lake Park there is no alternate route.
Walk on street shoulders in minimal care use areas and park paths past nice homes in a residential area into Blue Lake Park. Walk along the shore past many group picnic areas and back along short sections of Fairview Lake for the 5K. The 10K route will circle Fairview Lake.
AVA Challenges: Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers), Walking the USA A-Z. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Book
From I-84 east or westbound, take Exit 14 from the freeway. From the west, turn right on 207th and go about 3-4 blocks to NE Halsey Street, turn left to 223rd Avenue. Turn right to Park Lane. Turn left with signal at Park Lane, and follow the drive to the Fred Meyer Store. Start time is 7AM to dusk. Closed most holidays.
From the east, exit the freeway at Exit 14 and turn left on 207th and follow directions above. Please park in outlying areas of the parking lot. Walk from 7:00 a.m. to dusk. Fred Meyer is open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. The store is closed on Christmas Day, and closes at 4:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Day and at 6:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Restrooms and water are available. Segments of the trail are not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs.
You can take Bus #12 Sandy to Troutdale and get off at Wood Village Shopping Center. Volkswalk Book is at the Customer Service Desk.
Fairview - Salish Ponds - YR 1489
10K Rated 1-B 5K Rated 1-B –
10K is a revised route as of 2015.
An exciting walk through three distinct areas: the new Fairview Village, a planned community of beautiful homes, Fairview Park which includes several larger-than-life carved statues, and a trail around the Salish Ponds, home to a variety of birds. The route also features the Old City of Fairview, including a small park, an old jail, and the original City Hall.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z. Points of Reference (East County Wind-walkers)10K only: Ice Cream Parlor, Volcanoes. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Book.
Start/Finish: Wood Village Fred Meyer Store, 22855 NE Park Lane, Wood Village
From I-84 east or westbound, take Exit 14 from the freeway. From the west, turn right on 207th and go about 3-4 blocks to NE Halsey Street, turn left to 223rd Avenue. Turn right to Park Lane. Turn left with signal at Park Lane, and follow the drive to the Fred Meyer Store. Start time is 7AM to dusk. Closed most holidays.
From the east, exit the freeway at Exit 14 and turn left on 207th and follow directions above. Please park in outlying areas of the parking lot. Walk from 7:00 a.m. to dusk. Fred Meyer is open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. The store is closed on Christmas Day, and closes at 4:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Day and at 6:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Restrooms and water are available. Segments of the trail are not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs. Leashed pets are welcome but scoop laws apply.
You can take Bus #12 Sandy to Troutdale and get off at Wood Village Shopping Center. Volkswalk Book is at the Customer Service Desk.
Gresham – Gresham Town and More - YR 0519
10K Rated 1-A 5K Rated 1-A -
This takes you through quiet neighbor-hoods, new and established, as well as part of the Springwater Trail. The route is mostly on sidewalks or trails, but includes some roadside areas. It is feasible for strollers, but wheelchairs would be difficult due to roadside areas, and some curbs may not be cut out. Restrooms and water are at the start/finish and at some locations along the route. Leashed dogs are welcome, but scoop laws apply.
AVA: Walking in the USA A-Z, Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers) Food for Thought, Ice Cream Parlors, Volcanoes, Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book.
Start/Finish: Knech’s Auto Park,
1111 NE Cleveland Avenue, Gresham, OR. Ask at desk for start box. From the east on I-84, take exit 16, Wood Village/ 238th Drive. Turn left and follow this road to Division St. As you go up the curved hill 238th becomes 242nd/Hogan Rd. Turn right on Division St. and continue to Cleveland Ave. which is the next light after Burnside St. Turn right on Cleveland Ave. to the Knecht’s which is across the street from the Pony Soldier/Clarion Inn. From the west on I-84, take exit 16, Wood Village/238th Drive. Turn right and follow the directions above. From MAX light rail system, get off in Gresham at Cleveland/8th, the last stop, and when you leave the parking lot turn left and walk to Cleveland. Turn right and walk approximately 1 block to Knecht’s. You can take bus #9 Powell/Gresham TC, or bus #4 Division/Gresham TC and get off at Gresham TC and walk to start which is about 1/2 mile north. Restrooms are available along the route. Leashed pets are welcome. Please obey scoop laws. Start box at Knecht’s Start times M-F 7:30 to 8:00, Sat. 8:00 to 8:00 and Sun. 9:00 to 6:00. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years.
Gresham - Walt Morey - YR 1482
10K Rated 1-A 5K Rated 1-A
This route provides magnificent views of Mt. Hood in good weather. You will walk through the newer residential areas of Troutdale. Wheelchairs and strollers are possible but not all curbs are cut. Dogs are allowed on the 5k only.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z., Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers) Water Towers, 10K only: Food for Thought, Volcanoes. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book.
Start/Finish: Legacy Mt. Hood Medical Center, 24800 SE Stark Street, Gresham
Use driving directions and general information given for the Red Sunset walk. Daily, dawn to dusk. The start box is in the hospital entrance area on the right.
Gresham - Red Sunset - YR 0687
10K and 5K Rated 1-A
Walk through neighborhoods and make a complete circuit of Red Sunset Park where you can do some duck watching and take a break at the gazebo. Strollers are fine, but wheelchairs could not enter the park by the 23rd Street entrance.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z. ,Food for Thought Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers) Volcanos. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book.
Start/Finish: Legacy Mt. Hood Medical Center, 24800 SE Stark Street, Gresham
From the east on 1-84, take Exit 16, Wood Village. Turn left, 242nd, follow up the hill to Stark Street. Turn left on Stark to the hospital on your right.
From the west on I-84, take Exit 16, Wood Village. Turn right 242nd, follow up the hill to Stark Street. Turn left on Stark to the hospital on your right. The start box is in the hospital entrance area on the right.
Water and restrooms are available at start point; food, water, and restrooms are also available along the route. Daily, dawn to dusk. You can take Bus #20 Burnside/Stark and get off at Mt. Hood Medical Center.
Portland - Glendoveer - YR 0173
10K and 5K Rated 1-A
The walk will take you through quiet neighborhoods on sidewalks and streets, including a two-mile circuit of the Glendoveer Fitness Trail on bark dust around the golf course. Pets are not allowed at Glendoveer, but an alternate route is available. Although strollers are used at Glendoveer, the trail is not wheelchair friendly. (Note: You need to drive to Glendoveer Fitness Course at 148th and NE Halsey to begin the walk)
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z., Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers). Treasure Hunt (10K only) Volcanoes. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book,.
Start/Finish: Gateway Fred Meyer Store, 1111 NE 102nd Avenue, Portland
From 1-205 northbound, take Exit 21A, turn right on Glisan Street to 102nd Avenue. Turn left on 102nd, and left on Pacific Street to enter the Fred Meyer parking lot. Please park in an outlying area. The start box is to the right of the 102nd Avenue main entrance.
From I-205 southbound, take Exit 21A, turn left on Glisan Street and follow directions above.
From I-84 westbound, take Exit 9 to I-205 south (toward Salem), and take Exit 21A Glisan Street. Turn left on Glisan to 102nd Avenue and continue with directions above.
From I-84 eastbound, take Exit 7 (Halsey, Gateway District) and continue to second light, turn right. Turn right again at the first light on 102nd, and then left into the Fred Meyer parking lot. Water, food, and restrooms are available at the start point. Open daily 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., except 4:00 p.m. closure on Thanksgiving, 6:00 p.m. closure on Christmas Eve, and closed on Christmas. Start box is just inside the 102nd Avenue entrance on the right side.
Portland- Ron Russell School – YR 1490
10k and 5k Rated 1-A
This walk takes you to some of the hidden gems of mid-Multnomah County including the remodeled Mall 205 Shopping Center, and a bike path. Also included is a park within a park as you visit the Portland Memory Garden. This park is for people with Alzheimers and one of only eight in the United States.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z., Points of Reference, (East County Wind-walkers) Food for Thought, (10K only) Inventors, Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book.
Start/Finish: Portland Adventist Medical Center, Portland Adventist Medical Center 10123 SE Market St. Portland, OR. From I-205 south take exit 21A, Glisan Street/Stark Street. Stay in the right lane through first light, turn left at third light (Washington Street). Get into right lane and turn right at 99th Ave (this curves and becomes 96th). Turn left onto Main, the first street past Mall 205. Continue to 100th Ave and turn right to the hospital parking lot. From I-205 north, take exit 20, Washington Street. Turn right at first light (Washington Street). Turn right at 99th Ave and continue as above. You can take bus #15 Belmont to hospital. The start box is in the Atrium by the stairs on the lower level of the hospital. When you get off the elevator turn left to the Atrium and the box will be to your left. Start times are 7 am to dusk daily.
Portland - Parkrose Heights – YR 0427
10k and 5k Rated 1-A
This route is on paved paths, sidewalks, and one short section of bark dust. The walk goes through a college campus, two parks and in neighborhoods along a bluff with great views of Oregon and Washington along the Columbia River. It also provides scenic views or Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens in good weather. Suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON CAMPUS.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z., Volcanoes, Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers). Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book.
Store, 1111 NE 102nd Avenue, Portland
Please use driving directions and general information given for the Glendoveer Walk above. You can take Bus #20 or the MAX to 102nd & Burnside, and then walk north .3 miles to 102nd & Glisan to Fred Meyer, or take Bus #15 Belmont/Parkrose TC and get off at 102nd & Glisan and walk north to Fred Meyer. Open daily 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., except 4:00 p.m. closure on Thanksgiving, 6:00 p.m. closure on Christmas Eve, and closed Christmas Day. Start box is just inside the 102nd Avenue entrance on the right side.
Troutdale - Columbia River Gorge - YR 0706
11K Rated 2-B 7K Rated 2-B
This historic and scenic area at the entrance to the Columbia River Highway is a natural for an enjoyable walk, which offers new and unexplored territory. You will be able to see the variety that the City of Troutdale offers in this walk. The Beaver Creek Canyon Trail and the beautiful Sandy River are featured on this event. The route includes sidewalks, walking paths, and some wooded trails. Strollers and wheelchairs are not feasible. Leashed pets are welcome. Please obey scoop laws.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z, Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers) Food for Thought, Ice Cream Parlors. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in Start Box/Book.
Start/Finish: Comfort Inn, 1000 NW Graham Rd., Troutdale
From the east on I-84, take Exit 17, Troutdale. At the signal light at the bottom of the exit ramp, turn right on Graham Road, then right into the Comfort Inn parking lot.
From the west on I-84, take Exit 17, Troutdale. Stay on Frontage Road approximately 5/10 of a mile, getting into the left lane. At 257th Avenue/Graham Road, turn left into the outside lane, pass under the I-84 overpass, and go straight ahead on Graham Road. The Comfort Inn is on your right, just past Dairy Queen. The start box is at the registration desk. Restrooms are available. Daily, dawn to dusk, except closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. Start box at customer service desk.
INFORMATION FOR ALL EVENTS
WHAT IS A VOLKSSPORT? A Volkssport is an organized, non-competitive event (walk, bike, swim, cross-country ski, etc.) designed to appeal to everyone. Walk events are usually 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) and are rated from 1 to 5, with 5 being the most difficult. Most walks now have a 5K (3.1 miles) option.
ELIGIBILITY: Anyone can participate. Volkssporting is a family-oriented activity, and many parents carry infants in backpacks or push them in strollers. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Many walks are also wheelchair friendly.
REGISTRATION AND FEES: All events are free. However, those paying the $3.00 credit fee and completing the course receive a stamp for event and distance on their IVV/AVA books. All participants must register, sign the waiver, and carry a start card, which will be turned in at the completion of the event.
STIPULATION/DISCLAIMER: The AVA and its officers, members or agents shall not be liable or responsible for, and shall be saved and held harmless for and against any and all claims and damages of every kind, for injury to or death of any person or persons, and for damage to or loss of property arising out of or attributed to the operations of events conducted by the AVA.
REFRESHMENTS: Water is available at the start point and usually along the route. However, we recommend all walkers carry their own water. Restrooms and food are available along many of the routes.
IVV/AVA CREDIT: These events are sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association (AVA), a member of the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV). Credit only is $3.00. NO REFUNDS.
GET CREDIT EACH TIME YOU WALK. Each time you walk, you can get credit for event and distance.
BUS INFORMATION: Please call Tri-Met at (503) 238-7433 for exact times and bus numbers for service to the walk start points.
EAST COUNTY WIND WALKERS meet the second Thursday in January, April, October, and September at 6:45 PM at the Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center located at 24800 SE Stark in Gresham. Please join us for refreshments and fun - everyone is welcome.
Check our website: www.eastcountywindwalkers@weebly.com.
East County Wind Walkers
PO Box 854
Gresham, OR 97030
AVA #552/OR #31
Listed below are ten year-round walks that are available from January 1 through December 31, 2018. All events are sanctioned by the AVA, and are eligible for AVA/IVV Achievement Awards. Credit fee for all events is $3.00; non-credit participants may walk free, and are welcome, but must sign the event regis-tration log and carry and return the start card.
Contact:
Louise Dix 541-951-0667
Email: louisedix@yahoo.com
Blue Lake – Fairview Lake – YR
10K Rated 1-A 5K Rated 1-A
No dogs are allowed in Blue Lake Park there is no alternate route.
Walk on street shoulders in minimal care use areas and park paths past nice homes in a residential area into Blue Lake Park. Walk along the shore past many group picnic areas and back along short sections of Fairview Lake for the 5K. The 10K route will circle Fairview Lake.
AVA Challenges: Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers), Walking the USA A-Z. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Book
From I-84 east or westbound, take Exit 14 from the freeway. From the west, turn right on 207th and go about 3-4 blocks to NE Halsey Street, turn left to 223rd Avenue. Turn right to Park Lane. Turn left with signal at Park Lane, and follow the drive to the Fred Meyer Store. Start time is 7AM to dusk. Closed most holidays.
From the east, exit the freeway at Exit 14 and turn left on 207th and follow directions above. Please park in outlying areas of the parking lot. Walk from 7:00 a.m. to dusk. Fred Meyer is open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. The store is closed on Christmas Day, and closes at 4:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Day and at 6:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Restrooms and water are available. Segments of the trail are not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs.
You can take Bus #12 Sandy to Troutdale and get off at Wood Village Shopping Center. Volkswalk Book is at the Customer Service Desk.
Fairview - Salish Ponds - YR 1489
10K Rated 1-B 5K Rated 1-B –
10K is a revised route as of 2015.
An exciting walk through three distinct areas: the new Fairview Village, a planned community of beautiful homes, Fairview Park which includes several larger-than-life carved statues, and a trail around the Salish Ponds, home to a variety of birds. The route also features the Old City of Fairview, including a small park, an old jail, and the original City Hall.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z. Points of Reference (East County Wind-walkers)10K only: Ice Cream Parlor, Volcanoes. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Book.
Start/Finish: Wood Village Fred Meyer Store, 22855 NE Park Lane, Wood Village
From I-84 east or westbound, take Exit 14 from the freeway. From the west, turn right on 207th and go about 3-4 blocks to NE Halsey Street, turn left to 223rd Avenue. Turn right to Park Lane. Turn left with signal at Park Lane, and follow the drive to the Fred Meyer Store. Start time is 7AM to dusk. Closed most holidays.
From the east, exit the freeway at Exit 14 and turn left on 207th and follow directions above. Please park in outlying areas of the parking lot. Walk from 7:00 a.m. to dusk. Fred Meyer is open 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. The store is closed on Christmas Day, and closes at 4:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Day and at 6:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Restrooms and water are available. Segments of the trail are not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs. Leashed pets are welcome but scoop laws apply.
You can take Bus #12 Sandy to Troutdale and get off at Wood Village Shopping Center. Volkswalk Book is at the Customer Service Desk.
Gresham – Gresham Town and More - YR 0519
10K Rated 1-A 5K Rated 1-A -
This takes you through quiet neighbor-hoods, new and established, as well as part of the Springwater Trail. The route is mostly on sidewalks or trails, but includes some roadside areas. It is feasible for strollers, but wheelchairs would be difficult due to roadside areas, and some curbs may not be cut out. Restrooms and water are at the start/finish and at some locations along the route. Leashed dogs are welcome, but scoop laws apply.
AVA: Walking in the USA A-Z, Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers) Food for Thought, Ice Cream Parlors, Volcanoes, Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book.
Start/Finish: Knech’s Auto Park,
1111 NE Cleveland Avenue, Gresham, OR. Ask at desk for start box. From the east on I-84, take exit 16, Wood Village/ 238th Drive. Turn left and follow this road to Division St. As you go up the curved hill 238th becomes 242nd/Hogan Rd. Turn right on Division St. and continue to Cleveland Ave. which is the next light after Burnside St. Turn right on Cleveland Ave. to the Knecht’s which is across the street from the Pony Soldier/Clarion Inn. From the west on I-84, take exit 16, Wood Village/238th Drive. Turn right and follow the directions above. From MAX light rail system, get off in Gresham at Cleveland/8th, the last stop, and when you leave the parking lot turn left and walk to Cleveland. Turn right and walk approximately 1 block to Knecht’s. You can take bus #9 Powell/Gresham TC, or bus #4 Division/Gresham TC and get off at Gresham TC and walk to start which is about 1/2 mile north. Restrooms are available along the route. Leashed pets are welcome. Please obey scoop laws. Start box at Knecht’s Start times M-F 7:30 to 8:00, Sat. 8:00 to 8:00 and Sun. 9:00 to 6:00. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years.
Gresham - Walt Morey - YR 1482
10K Rated 1-A 5K Rated 1-A
This route provides magnificent views of Mt. Hood in good weather. You will walk through the newer residential areas of Troutdale. Wheelchairs and strollers are possible but not all curbs are cut. Dogs are allowed on the 5k only.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z., Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers) Water Towers, 10K only: Food for Thought, Volcanoes. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book.
Start/Finish: Legacy Mt. Hood Medical Center, 24800 SE Stark Street, Gresham
Use driving directions and general information given for the Red Sunset walk. Daily, dawn to dusk. The start box is in the hospital entrance area on the right.
Gresham - Red Sunset - YR 0687
10K and 5K Rated 1-A
Walk through neighborhoods and make a complete circuit of Red Sunset Park where you can do some duck watching and take a break at the gazebo. Strollers are fine, but wheelchairs could not enter the park by the 23rd Street entrance.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z. ,Food for Thought Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers) Volcanos. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book.
Start/Finish: Legacy Mt. Hood Medical Center, 24800 SE Stark Street, Gresham
From the east on 1-84, take Exit 16, Wood Village. Turn left, 242nd, follow up the hill to Stark Street. Turn left on Stark to the hospital on your right.
From the west on I-84, take Exit 16, Wood Village. Turn right 242nd, follow up the hill to Stark Street. Turn left on Stark to the hospital on your right. The start box is in the hospital entrance area on the right.
Water and restrooms are available at start point; food, water, and restrooms are also available along the route. Daily, dawn to dusk. You can take Bus #20 Burnside/Stark and get off at Mt. Hood Medical Center.
Portland - Glendoveer - YR 0173
10K and 5K Rated 1-A
The walk will take you through quiet neighborhoods on sidewalks and streets, including a two-mile circuit of the Glendoveer Fitness Trail on bark dust around the golf course. Pets are not allowed at Glendoveer, but an alternate route is available. Although strollers are used at Glendoveer, the trail is not wheelchair friendly. (Note: You need to drive to Glendoveer Fitness Course at 148th and NE Halsey to begin the walk)
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z., Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers). Treasure Hunt (10K only) Volcanoes. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book,.
Start/Finish: Gateway Fred Meyer Store, 1111 NE 102nd Avenue, Portland
From 1-205 northbound, take Exit 21A, turn right on Glisan Street to 102nd Avenue. Turn left on 102nd, and left on Pacific Street to enter the Fred Meyer parking lot. Please park in an outlying area. The start box is to the right of the 102nd Avenue main entrance.
From I-205 southbound, take Exit 21A, turn left on Glisan Street and follow directions above.
From I-84 westbound, take Exit 9 to I-205 south (toward Salem), and take Exit 21A Glisan Street. Turn left on Glisan to 102nd Avenue and continue with directions above.
From I-84 eastbound, take Exit 7 (Halsey, Gateway District) and continue to second light, turn right. Turn right again at the first light on 102nd, and then left into the Fred Meyer parking lot. Water, food, and restrooms are available at the start point. Open daily 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., except 4:00 p.m. closure on Thanksgiving, 6:00 p.m. closure on Christmas Eve, and closed on Christmas. Start box is just inside the 102nd Avenue entrance on the right side.
Portland- Ron Russell School – YR 1490
10k and 5k Rated 1-A
This walk takes you to some of the hidden gems of mid-Multnomah County including the remodeled Mall 205 Shopping Center, and a bike path. Also included is a park within a park as you visit the Portland Memory Garden. This park is for people with Alzheimers and one of only eight in the United States.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z., Points of Reference, (East County Wind-walkers) Food for Thought, (10K only) Inventors, Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book.
Start/Finish: Portland Adventist Medical Center, Portland Adventist Medical Center 10123 SE Market St. Portland, OR. From I-205 south take exit 21A, Glisan Street/Stark Street. Stay in the right lane through first light, turn left at third light (Washington Street). Get into right lane and turn right at 99th Ave (this curves and becomes 96th). Turn left onto Main, the first street past Mall 205. Continue to 100th Ave and turn right to the hospital parking lot. From I-205 north, take exit 20, Washington Street. Turn right at first light (Washington Street). Turn right at 99th Ave and continue as above. You can take bus #15 Belmont to hospital. The start box is in the Atrium by the stairs on the lower level of the hospital. When you get off the elevator turn left to the Atrium and the box will be to your left. Start times are 7 am to dusk daily.
Portland - Parkrose Heights – YR 0427
10k and 5k Rated 1-A
This route is on paved paths, sidewalks, and one short section of bark dust. The walk goes through a college campus, two parks and in neighborhoods along a bluff with great views of Oregon and Washington along the Columbia River. It also provides scenic views or Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens in good weather. Suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON CAMPUS.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z., Volcanoes, Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers). Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in the Start Box/Book.
Store, 1111 NE 102nd Avenue, Portland
Please use driving directions and general information given for the Glendoveer Walk above. You can take Bus #20 or the MAX to 102nd & Burnside, and then walk north .3 miles to 102nd & Glisan to Fred Meyer, or take Bus #15 Belmont/Parkrose TC and get off at 102nd & Glisan and walk north to Fred Meyer. Open daily 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., except 4:00 p.m. closure on Thanksgiving, 6:00 p.m. closure on Christmas Eve, and closed Christmas Day. Start box is just inside the 102nd Avenue entrance on the right side.
Troutdale - Columbia River Gorge - YR 0706
11K Rated 2-B 7K Rated 2-B
This historic and scenic area at the entrance to the Columbia River Highway is a natural for an enjoyable walk, which offers new and unexplored territory. You will be able to see the variety that the City of Troutdale offers in this walk. The Beaver Creek Canyon Trail and the beautiful Sandy River are featured on this event. The route includes sidewalks, walking paths, and some wooded trails. Strollers and wheelchairs are not feasible. Leashed pets are welcome. Please obey scoop laws.
AVA: Walking the USA A-Z, Points of Reference (East County Windwalkers) Food for Thought, Ice Cream Parlors. Walk Oregon Challenges: See Oregon Challenges in Start Box/Book.
Start/Finish: Comfort Inn, 1000 NW Graham Rd., Troutdale
From the east on I-84, take Exit 17, Troutdale. At the signal light at the bottom of the exit ramp, turn right on Graham Road, then right into the Comfort Inn parking lot.
From the west on I-84, take Exit 17, Troutdale. Stay on Frontage Road approximately 5/10 of a mile, getting into the left lane. At 257th Avenue/Graham Road, turn left into the outside lane, pass under the I-84 overpass, and go straight ahead on Graham Road. The Comfort Inn is on your right, just past Dairy Queen. The start box is at the registration desk. Restrooms are available. Daily, dawn to dusk, except closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas. Start box at customer service desk.
INFORMATION FOR ALL EVENTS
WHAT IS A VOLKSSPORT? A Volkssport is an organized, non-competitive event (walk, bike, swim, cross-country ski, etc.) designed to appeal to everyone. Walk events are usually 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) and are rated from 1 to 5, with 5 being the most difficult. Most walks now have a 5K (3.1 miles) option.
ELIGIBILITY: Anyone can participate. Volkssporting is a family-oriented activity, and many parents carry infants in backpacks or push them in strollers. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Many walks are also wheelchair friendly.
REGISTRATION AND FEES: All events are free. However, those paying the $3.00 credit fee and completing the course receive a stamp for event and distance on their IVV/AVA books. All participants must register, sign the waiver, and carry a start card, which will be turned in at the completion of the event.
STIPULATION/DISCLAIMER: The AVA and its officers, members or agents shall not be liable or responsible for, and shall be saved and held harmless for and against any and all claims and damages of every kind, for injury to or death of any person or persons, and for damage to or loss of property arising out of or attributed to the operations of events conducted by the AVA.
REFRESHMENTS: Water is available at the start point and usually along the route. However, we recommend all walkers carry their own water. Restrooms and food are available along many of the routes.
IVV/AVA CREDIT: These events are sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association (AVA), a member of the International Federation of Popular Sports (IVV). Credit only is $3.00. NO REFUNDS.
GET CREDIT EACH TIME YOU WALK. Each time you walk, you can get credit for event and distance.
BUS INFORMATION: Please call Tri-Met at (503) 238-7433 for exact times and bus numbers for service to the walk start points.
EAST COUNTY WIND WALKERS meet the second Thursday in January, April, October, and September at 6:45 PM at the Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center located at 24800 SE Stark in Gresham. Please join us for refreshments and fun - everyone is welcome.
Check our website: www.eastcountywindwalkers@weebly.com.