Trail Talk
Caring for Trails – by Clayton Gillette
Trail Talk – March 2019
“Take care of the resource and the resource will take care of you.” This mantra that connects us to our environment resonates loudly as we look forward to a springtime of […]
Time to Hit the Trails – by Clayton Gillette
Trail Talk – February 2019
February marks the end days of those dark dreary dawns of winter. It’s a time of shortening shadows and greening hillsides. Warmth begins to reclaim its hold on our forested areas […]
What’s in a Name? – by Clayton Gillette
Trail Talk – December 2018/January 2019
What is a forest park? Jacksonville boasts both a Woodlands and a Forest Park. Portland has a Forest Park also. Ashland’s forest park is along Ashland Creek and is named […]
“Saving Wellington” with Presentation by Jeff LaLande – A Free Event
You are invited to a free special event featuring Saving Wellington, a recently released short documentary movie complimented with a presentation by our local historian/archaeologist, Jeff LaLande.
The gathering will be a double header. First, there […]
That Fall Time of Year – by Clayton Gillette
Trail Talk – November 2018
It’s that wonderful Fall time of year when the temperatures remind us to layer our clothing as we head out the door on another adventure in the wilds of Southern Oregon. […]
Mountain Biking Basics – by Clayton Gillette
Trail Talk – October 2018
Southern Oregon has become a destination for many mountain biking adventures. At least five areas within 25 miles of Jacksonville have trails dedicated to mountain biking while most hiking trails in […]
The Bridges of Jacksonville – by Clayton Gillette
Trail Talk – August 2018
With a rebuilt bridge in the Beekman Arboretum, visitors to Jacksonville’s trails system are having more first-hand encounters with these utilitarian, but elegant structures. And soon, the wobbly Rails to Trails […]
June 2018 Trail Talk – by Clayton Gillette
Summer is too soon upon us with blistering afternoons and parched hillsides. June is the month to truly enjoy the last of the spring blossoms, searching creekside trails for bold Washington lilies and scampering up […]
Britt Woods Firehouse Run
Jacksonville’s Dr. Doug Naversen is pleased to announce that the 17th-Annual Britt Woods Firehouse Run will be held on Saturday, July 14. This year, the exhibition 1.9 and 4.3 mile runs start at 7:00am followed […]
Seven-Year Review of ATA’s Accomplishments – by Diana Coogle, ATA Board Member
Seven years ago, with a vision of establishing a non-motorized trail from Grants Pass to Jacksonville, David Calahan started the Applegate Trails Association. Working with a board of dedicated volunteers, ATA has already accomplished much.
Most […]