Trail work--Terrace Oaks--2005

[nigel]

Trail work will begin on Monday June 6th at 5pm!! (future days and times subject to change depending on my work schedule which to still up in the air due to changing locations)

Sorry for the late start, but the tools were in use for a couple projects, and ive been very busy of late.

Trail work this year looks like the following:
-start off with a day (or 2) of trail clearing and trimming them tree beasts down.
-make the old uphill easily identified as closed!
-finishing work on the 3 re-routes
-finish the bench cut on the gully x-ing
-reclaim all of the re-routed areas
-next set of re-routes
-extra secret plans


So come one come all, get your Terrace dig on and make some trails come to life......and as always your input at time of actual work is crucial in getting things within reason in the trail!

Douglas

[bigwheel]

Is the plan still to share trail crew between Leb and Terrace? If so, then why the switch to Monday?

[nigel]

Is the plan still to share trail crew between Leb and Terrace? If so, then why the switch to Monday?

Not a switch......i work late on that Tuesday and the one after is the MORC board meeting, so will be Tuesdays after that more than likely.

D

[bigwheel]

Not a switch......i work late on that Tuesday and the one after is the MORC board meeting, so will be Tuesdays after that more than likely.

D

Good. Count me in!

[ppgc]

I am going to try to make it, as this is my first trailwork session what should I bring?


-pete

[nigel]

I am going to try to make it, as this is my first trailwork session what should I bring?


-pete

Long trouser pants
some kinda work gloves
water
bug spray if yer girly :crazy:

Tools will be there, unless you have some favorite tool at home you love to use like someone and their brush hook :banana:

Thanks for coming out in advance! It'll be fun, always is.

D

[ppgc]

...
-extra secret plans
...


Cool. I will be there. Do the extra secret plans include drinking beer? :)

[ppgc]

Hey Doug or Admin

Someone want to add this to the calendar? I would but I don't want to step on anyone's toes. :)

See ya there.

-p

[nigel]

Hey Doug or Admin

Someone want to add this to the calendar? I would but I don't want to step on anyone's toes. :)

See ya there.

-p


Done!

No worries man, I would have forgotten all about the calendar if you would not have reminded me :)

[bigwheel]

That's tonight, for anyone interested in some trail work.

Theo crew is excused - congratulations! Everyone else, we'll see you there.

If you can't make it by 5pm, show up when you can.

[bigwheel]

We had 5 people last night. Got in about 3 hours of fix-it and finished a first-pass on the trail, clearing branches, trees and working on muddy spots. Thanks, everyone.

Just off of the trail, there is a huge tree down, which would make an awesome log ride -- about 30 ft long, 3 feet off the ground, with plenty of area on the sides to fall onto. It is already sitting in a perfect spot, lined up for an entry where the trail makes a turn. It would be fairly easy to make it rideable, although we would need to do something for an exit. Doug, we are chomping at the bit to hear if you get permission.

The trail is in very good shape.

[nigel]

Just off of the trail, there is a huge tree down, which would make an awesome log ride -- about 30 ft long, 3 feet off the ground, with plenty of area on the sides to fall onto. It is already sitting in a perfect spot, lined up for an entry where the trail makes a turn. It would be fairly easy to make it rideable, although we would need to do something for an exit. Doug, we are chomping at the bit to hear if you get permission.

??? What ever are you talking about Brush Hook man ???

[nigel]

Great group the other day (sry im a day or 2 behind), thanks for coming out!! Couple new faces to trail work too, Tony J and Pete R, hope to see ya again, and again, and again :crazy2:

Trail looks great as Bob said, there was quite a few riders out and about as well, so its getting some use.

Monday 6/13 there will be no "official" trail work. There is a meeting partaining to Terrace that I will be attending. However if a few folks wish to come out and do some more lopping of them face slappers you can show up to the trail at 445 and i can get ya some tools and meet ya out there after im done.

After next week trail work will be on Tuesdays.

Do you guys prefer one looong trailwork thread, or a day specific like i did last year?

Douglas

[LightWeight]

Just posting here so I can keep up to date w/future trail work days...

:cool:

[nigel]

Soooooo the night there is no "Official" trailwork and guess who shows up, the Redbull folks! Thanks for coming out guys (if your reading this) next week there will be more people out and about the trails.

The Terrace Oaks Park meeting I was at went great, got to finally meet some people from the area and learn there concerns and share a lot about MORC and what we do around the state and why we do it.

TRAIL WORK TUESDAYS from now on starting next week. I will be there at 5pm. Tuesdays will be the day from here on out, (except for MORC board meeting days).

Douglas

[ppgc]

Trailwork tonight with all the rain?

-pete

[bigwheel]

Trailwork tonight with all the rain?

-pete

Pete, according to the calendar, it looks like Doug switched it to Tuesdays @ 5pm. (Thanks, Doug)

Now, we need to convince Doug to move it to 6pm, so that we don't have to sneak out of work early.

[ppgc]

Pete, according to the calendar, it looks like Doug switched it to Tuesdays @ 5pm. (Thanks, Doug)

Now, we need to convince Doug to move it to 6pm, so that we don't have to sneak out of work early.

Doh! If I could only learn to read! Thanks Bob, I will learn to use a calendar someday. :) I am all for 6pm.

-pete

[nigel]

Good trail work night tonight. We were able to complete the bench cut that was on the ravine re-route, it looks really good now that its done. Bob S did a little armouring in the ravine where water usually pools up, we will need to extend it later on, but we had limited resources in the immediate area. We also did some rock work on the top of the new switchback uphill, there is a "small" rock garden to the left at the top and the ride-around to the right. A few riders were going over before/during/after while we worked and it looked pretty good for all points. Might have to get a "rock skinny" in there for John M at some point too.

Next week we will meet Tuesday at 5 (after that it will be 6 for the rest of the year).

D

[bigwheel]

Four of us showed up tonight (Doug, John, Pete and me) Then, Perry was doing laps, and saw us hauling rock and thought it looked fun, so he decided to join us. I think I've seen Perry on TV, in one of those big guy competitions where they pull trucks around, lift heavy things, etc. With his help, we were able to move some really big rocks.

We got three pieces of work done tonight:
1: Bench cut along the new marsh area reroute -- looks great
2: Armour a big puddle spot in the marsh area
3: Add a new rock garden and extended rock ride on the new switchback climb -- fun

Doug also snapped some pictures of the potential log ride. He's going to take them to the T.O. park board for approval. (The ladies of the park board think Doug is a hunk.) If all goes well, we might be able to start building the log ride next week.

Good job tonight, everyone.

[nigel]

Tuesday the 28th has been postponed :( I gots to start work at 630 tonight so i will not be able to make it. That and the rain and the wet and with what i wanted to do tonight mud will not work. So, if its dry by Thursday at 5 we can try for then.

D

[bigwheel]

Tuesday the 28th has been postponed :( I gots to start work at 630 tonight so i will not be able to make it. That and the rain and the wet and with what i wanted to do tonight mud will not work. So, if its dry by Thursday at 5 we can try for then.

D

Doug, You might want to also update the calendar. I tried, but it won't let me.

[bigwheel]

Tuesday the 28th has been postponed :( I gots to start work at 630 tonight so i will not be able to make it. That and the rain and the wet and with what i wanted to do tonight mud will not work. So, if its dry by Thursday at 5 we can try for then.

D

Doug,

Thursday might be a tough night. I race at Buck Hill on Thursdays. It is also Salem Hills trail work night, and I'd hate to steal people from there.

Bob

[nigel]

Alright, So Thursdays busy for people. Next Tuesday 6pm we'll get in there and get dirty! If anyone feels the need this weekend, If im in town i'll be there a few times, just call me up 612-702-2781 and we can meet for trail work.

D

[LightWeight]

As of right now, I'm in for next week.

[bigwheel]

Sorry again, Doug. I'm on vacation until Wednesday, so I'll have to miss next week.

[ppgc]

I will be out of town next Tuesday. :( I am out too.

[JHM]

I am out of town on July 5th.

[nigel]

6pm Tues the 5th if yer in town :) I'll be there at 430 or so to ride before trailwork, yes you heard me right im actually going to ride :crazy:

[LightWeight]

No riding today for me, but I'll be there at 6. Do I need to bring anything other than gloves for my girly soft hands??

[nigel]

No riding today for me, but I'll be there at 6. Do I need to bring anything other than gloves for my girly soft hands??

Perhaps some water and long trouser pants.

[nigel]

Did a little trail maintanence tonight. Cleaned up some sandy areas, did some light de-berming, scraped out them muddy corners from people riding in the rain, grrrrrrrrrrrrr.

We also watched as someone tried to ride up the closed uphill right in front of us (we were off to the side so they did not see us) He didnt get very far, then when I told him the hill was closed and explained why they kindly rode on.

Also met a woman from down south that grew up here. She liked the trail and was hitting up Lebanon Wed and then going for Lutsen. Hope ya have good rides this week :)

No trail work next Tuesday due to MORC board meeting. Following week at 6 for trail work 430 or so for a ride.

[LightWeight]

Work tomorrow???

[nigel]

Tuesday July 19th 6pm Trail work! Come a lil earlier if ya wanna ride, i'll be there arounf 430 or so.

Douglas

[bigwheel]

Tuesday July 19th 6pm Trail work! Come a lil earlier if ya wanna ride, i'll be there arounf 430 or so.

Douglas

I'll be there for trail work. Do you want me to bring a chainsaw for the log ride?

Not sure if I'll be able to get out early to ride, though. If I do, say hi when you lap me.

[LightWeight]

Hey Doug,
I probably won't be able to work since I'm home alone with the 3 monkeys, but I do have a huge favor to ask. Do you think I could stop by the park and have you take my bike for a spin. There's some strange knocking sound coming from the headtube area (at least that's where it sounds like it's coming from). I've taken the headset apart and put it back together making sure everything's good and snug and the sound is still there. Doesn't happen when riding on pavement, but as soon as the going gets a little rough I can hear it.

[nigel]

No problem man, I'll bring some toolage with me.

D


Hey Doug,
I probably won't be able to work since I'm home alone with the 3 monkeys, but I do have a huge favor to ask. Do you think I could stop by the park and have you take my bike for a spin. There's some strange knocking sound coming from the headtube area (at least that's where it sounds like it's coming from). I've taken the headset apart and put it back together making sure everything's good and snug and the sound is still there. Doesn't happen when riding on pavement, but as soon as the going gets a little rough I can hear it.

[LightWeight]

No problem man, I'll bring some toolage with me.

D

And maybe a bottom bracket tool as well? I got the creaks... ;)

You going to have your cell? I'll give you a call when I'm there.

[JHM]

Sorry guys I won't be able to make it this week. I am in Colorado Springs for a kids soccer tourny, with no bike! :embarass:

[nigel]

And maybe a bottom bracket tool as well? I got the creaks... ;)

You going to have your cell? I'll give you a call when I'm there.


Which version ya need? I'll bring em all just in case. I changed my mind to a road ride so Ill be there around 530 if thats ok. Call me cell either way.

Douglas

[ppgc]

I had something come up to right after work. I won't be there tonight. If it gets done early I will try to show up.

See ya next week.
-p

[smeulebroe]

Nice work :banana: My wife and I rode tonight, first time in a while for both of us. Loved the reroute. Good Work :)

[nigel]

Nice work :banana: My wife and I rode tonight, first time in a while for both of us. Loved the reroute. Good Work :)


Welllllllll which ones we're ya! You had to have rode past us. Glad ya liked the trail, hope we were not in the way too much :)

D

[LightWeight]

I can be there tonight. Is work still on?

[bigwheel]

I can be there tonight. Is work still on?

I can also be there tonight.

[nigel]

You guys beat me to the posting! I cannot make it tonight do to work :( Soooooo Bob, tonight might be a Leb night? Otherwise, if you still wanna do Terrace, hit that log we pulled out back up again and lop the singletrack on the west side of the gully crossing. Gimmie a shout if ya have any ???'s Sorry I cant make it, VP of company is in town and I gots to be there for the monkey show.

D

[bigwheel]

You guys beat me to the posting! I cannot make it tonight do to work :( Soooooo Bob, tonight might be a Leb night? Otherwise, if you still wanna do Terrace, hit that log we pulled out back up again and lop the singletrack on the west side of the gully crossing. Gimmie a shout if ya have any ???'s Sorry I cant make it, VP of company is in town and I gots to be there for the monkey show.

D

I think I'll head over to Leb and bring a few tools. In particular, I'll see if I can cut down some of that overgrown grass where the Dream meets up with the beginner.

I noticed a post from JL, asking if anyone knows the trail conditions. I assume it is too wet to ride, but if I'm wrong, I'll have a bike and get in a couple laps to see if any trees went down during last night's storm. If so, I'll have my saw in the van.

[tedsti]

When are you planning on heading over to Leb? I may be able to meet up with you.



I think I'll head over to Leb and bring a few tools. In particular, I'll see if I can cut down some of that overgrown grass where the Dream meets up with the beginner.

I noticed a post from JL, asking if anyone knows the trail conditions. I assume it is too wet to ride, but if I'm wrong, I'll have a bike and get in a couple laps to see if any trees went down during last night's storm. If so, I'll have my saw in the van.

[bigwheel]

When are you planning on heading over to Leb? I may be able to meet up with you.

Ted, sorry I missed you. I met up with JL about 3:30. We didn't do very much maintenance. Just some minor repairs. Instead, we spent most of the time "checking over" the trail.

[nigel]

Trail Work will now begin to go between Terrace Oaks and Lebanon Hills for a while. There are a few things that need to be done at Leb, so we're going to go back and forth for a while. Tune in to the Leb Trail work threads and John, Bob and Ted will fill ya in but it starts next Tuesday Aug 2 at 6pm Leb!

D

[bigwheel]

Trail Work will now begin to go between Terrace Oaks and Lebanon Hills for a while. There are a few things that need to be done at Leb, so we're going to go back and forth for a while. Tune in to the Leb Trail work threads and John, Bob and Ted will fill ya in but it starts next Tuesday Aug 2 at 6pm Leb!

D

Thanks, Doug. Here's the announcement:
http://www.morcmtb.org/forums/showthread.php?t=14198

On the 16th, we can plan to take the crew back to Terrace Oaks and do some damage. Maybe we'll have permission to build the new log ride :crazy2: ? images/smilies/biggrin.gif ?

[nigel]

I was going to post up no Terrace work toight due to MORC board meeting, and that Leb will be having work tonight, but......................its pouring!

[nigel]

TRAIL WORK 8/16 6PM

Come early for a ride if you wish.

We will be working with ROCKS, woohooo rocks yeah for rocks! Putting in a section of rock in a low area that gets flooded every time it rains, this will more than likely be the bulk if not the entire nights fun!

Douglas

[ppgc]

TRAIL WORK 8/16 6PM

Come early for a ride if you wish.

We will be working with ROCKS, woohooo rocks yeah for rocks! Putting in a section of rock in a low area that gets flooded every time it rains, this will more than likely be the bulk if not the entire nights fun!

Douglas

See ya tomorrow @ 6.

[LightWeight]

I'll try to make it. Hopefully schedules work out...

[bigwheel]

I plan to be there.

[LightWeight]

I'm bringing my 7-year old son. Anything to do with rocks, he's all for. Watch yer mouths, boys! ;)

Hey Doug - do you have trail work t-shirts in XS?

[nigel]

I'm bringing my 7-year old son. Anything to do with rocks, he's all for. Watch yer mouths, boys! ;)

Hey Doug - do you have trail work t-shirts in XS?

I think i have some smalls, we'll have to see if that fits the lil guy!

[bigwheel]

Bump. See you at 6pm.

[LightWeight]

Thanks for a good night guys. Ethan had a blast - hope he wasn't in the way too much. I've been working with him on getting off the training wheels for a loooong time and after working tonight he asked me to take 'em off so he could get on the trail and ride over those rocks we put in. Makes this papa proud! :D

[nigel]

Thanks for a good night guys. Ethan had a blast - hope he wasn't in the way too much. I've been working with him on getting off the training wheels for a loooong time and after working tonight he asked me to take 'em off so he could get on the trail and ride over those rocks we put in. Makes this papa proud! :D

Sweet! Get him out on the trail! Glad he had a good time, even if he got a little dirty.

[ppgc]

Thanks for a good night guys. Ethan had a blast - hope he wasn't in the way too much. I've been working with him on getting off the training wheels for a loooong time and after working tonight he asked me to take 'em off so he could get on the trail and ride over those rocks we put in. Makes this papa proud! :D

It was fun having him out. It is good to get the future of the sport involved at such a young age. :)

-pete

[bigwheel]

What they said. He was no problem at all. It's good to see a youngster getting revved up to ride, and maybe some day take over.

[ppgc]

Hey Doug-

Did you guys take out the log going across the trail before that little rock stunt? It is gone now if you didn't, someone took it out.

Also, what we did last night looks good, lots of tracks across it and it is drying out a little. It hasn't really settled at all yet.

-pete

[bigwheel]

(I'm not Doug, but will answer anway)
Pete, We (temporarily) took the log out several weeks ago. The old log had rotted in half and was loose. We cut a couple new logs and threw them off to the side, waiting for damp ground. That night, the ground was dry and hard so we couldn't have done a good job digging in.

For the new armor section, It will be interesting to see what happens with this rain. My guess is that we'll have to toss in a couple shovels of dirt where it settles.

I don't know if next week is at Terrace or Leb. Doug?? John??


Hey Doug-

Did you guys take out the log going across the trail before that little rock stunt? It is gone now if you didn't, someone took it out.

Also, what we did last night looks good, lots of tracks across it and it is drying out a little. It hasn't really settled at all yet.

-pete

[ppgc]

(I'm not Doug, but will answer anway)

Cool Thanks Bob! I was hoping it wasn't vandals... :)

[nigel]

Yeah Pete, what Bob said, he beat me too it.....must have one of "those" kind of jobs :crazy:

Im set for Terrace next week.

[ppgc]

Yeah Pete, what Bob said, he beat me too it.....must have one of "those" kind of jobs :crazy:

Im set for Terrace next week.

Thanks guys. I should be able to do trailwork next week.

-pete

[bigwheel]

Sorry about the last-minute change.

Trail work tonight is moved to Leb. 6pm at Leb parking lot. Bring some tools if you have any. I'll try to scrounge up whatever I can.

[nigel]

Thanks Bob..........Sorry guys, Im just now getting online and actually not at work! 3 days without home, nothing like sleeping in a store!

[nigel]

Tuesday August 30th 6pm

Trail work will consist of, replacing the log at the uphill and clearing the overgrowth in the singletrack and de-berming and pulling sand off the singletrack as well.

See ya'll there!

Douglas

[bigwheel]

Doug, I hope to be there, but will be at least an hour late. There's a tree down at Leb that we're going to take care of first. I'll call you before hiking in to Terrace.

Bob

[LightWeight]

I'll be there - sans the boy. He's going to Chuk E. Cheese for a birthday party. Hmmmm.... crappy pizza and video games.

[nigel]

Bob, if its just Joel and myself we're going to trim and pull sand and make it a short day. So gimmie a shout when your done with the tree. Ill be there around 5 to get a ride prior to trailwork too in case anyone wants to join me.

D

[Ogre]

John Mette and I can help today.

[ppgc]

Wish I could come but I am stuck at work until late again tonight.

-pete

[nigel]

Good night last night guys. Nice to meet ya Troy! We got the trail opened up with some trimming and pulled all the loose sand off and did some de-berming along the way. Thanks for coming out :)

[nigel]

This week is at Leb to get ready for the Summit rides! See ya'll there (Tues and this weekend I mean)