April 2026 happenings...

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CONC April 2026 Newsletter

President's Corner

As always, do not hesitate to contact me at wppreston@yahoo.com with any questions or comments. 

Warren Preston

President, Central Oregon Nordic Club

Upcoming Events

Go to the Events page for more information about upcoming events, or click on the event you are interested in to register.


April 29:   Trails on Tap: Prospective Volunteer Happy Hour 

Bend Brewing Company 5-7 pm

Looking for a way to give back to the trails you love? Join Deschutes Trails Coalition and partners for a laid-back evening to learn how you can get involved.

*Please note that this is not a CONC event-- we are sharing this event for those who might be interested in attending/learning more about volunteering with the Deschutes Trail Coalition.


May 6: CONC Spring Fling Social 4:30-6:30pm


News and Announcements

Deschutes Trails Coalition to host prospective volunteer expo at Bend Brewing Company April 29 5-7pm

Bend, OR - Deschutes Trails Coalition

The Deschutes Trails Coalition, in partnership with several of their trail work partners in Central Oregon, are hosting a “Trails on Tap” event to garner interest from prospective volunteers and grow community awareness about what happens behind the scene to maintain the vast all-season trail network we boast in our region. The event will take place on Wednesday April 29th from 5-7p at Bend Brewing Company in Bend. Attendees are invited to come learn about volunteer opportunities and ways to steward their Public Lands in Central Oregon in a casual and laid back environment.

“As land management agencies continue to face limited funding and staffing capacity to support trail maintenance, development and improvements, the need for volunteers is greater than ever” said DTC Executive Director, Jana Johnson. “This is a moment for the community to step up and steward their favorite recreation trails, so if you've ever considered volunteering, even a few hours a month can have an incredibly positive impact to all users. If you are passionate about XC skiing, horseback riding, mountain biking, trail running, riding dirt bikes or one of the many other ways to enjoy our forest, we have a place for you among our many partner groups and their varied trail experiences."

Participating organizations include: The Deschutes Trails Coalition, Sawyers With Attitude To Spare, Sisters Trail Alliance, Oregon Equestrian Trails, Friends of Central Cascades Wilderness, Central Oregon Nordic Club, Central Oregon Running Klub, Bend Parks and Recreation District, Central Oregon Trail Alliance, DogPac, Public Land Stewards, Onward Project and Tread Lightly.

Sarah "Eddie" Edwards 

She/Her/Hers

Social Media, Outreach and Public Relations Manager

Deschutes Collaborative Forest Project

Deschutes Trails Coalition

Discover Your Northwest




Gear Fix Donations

If you are looking to downsize your gear collection, please remember that CONC is making good use of your usable cast offs.  We collected over $600 from winter sales last year as a result of your donations to our account at Gear Fix.  We reserve these funds in our trails improvement and maintenance program.

Many thanks to all who have donated over the years.

Recent Events

For a look at some blog posts and beautiful photos of recent events, please click the links below.

April 17: Potato Hill Snowshoe

April 12: Steelhead Falls Hike


“Nature is not a place to visit, it is home."

– Gary Snyder