Trail Talk is a monthly column about hiking in and around the Jacksonville Woodlands in Jacksonville, Oregon.

Running the Forest Park Trails – by Clayton Gillette with Bob Budesa

Trail Talk – September 2014

One thinks of recreation in Jacksonville with a strong bias toward wining, dining, shopping, and concert-going. Yet, for the outdoor enthusiast, there’s a wide choice of areas for hiking and running away from crowded areas. Most folks know of the Britt Trails, but across Highway 238 to the west and north, […]

By |2016-11-30T16:33:00-08:00September 4th, 2014|Trail Talk|Comments Off on Running the Forest Park Trails – by Clayton Gillette with Bob Budesa

Cool Hikes on a Hot Day

Trail Talk – August 2014

There are many great hiking trails to choose from in the Jacksonville area, but when the daytime temperatures are in the 90’s or higher, it becomes more of a challenge avoiding the heat. Here are some suggested hikes to keep the heat at bay:

If you’re a 7:00am hiker or runner, the […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:44-07:00August 12th, 2014|Trail Talk|Comments Off on Cool Hikes on a Hot Day
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