Trails Team Update

December 23, 2025, Bob Sprague, Team Coordinator

Trail Maintenance & Storm Response: The storms in December persisted and so did our Trails Team's efforts. We cleaned up the Tire Trail again and continue to provide regular maintenance to the Short Beach Trail clearing the slippery leaves, branches and twigs. 


Tire Trail Rebuild Progress
The Tire Trail Rebuild Project advanced. We completed our grant application to move forward with a concept study, survey work, and bridge inspections — all key steps toward the full rebuild. Volunteers, please stand by for upcoming work parties as the project advances.


Short Beach Trail Improvements
We have met with our partners (TIllamook County and TrailKeepers of Oregon) about adding additional railing to the Short Beach Trail and removing the temporary orange mesh fencing around the plume area. The County has commited materials and support, and we are planning to calendar the work party shortly. Please standby for dates.


Scotch Broom Removal – Spring 2026
Early planning is already underway for our spring 2026 scotch broom eradication work parties. We now have two heavy duty removal tools at our disposal. Dates and volunteer sign-ups will be announced early next year.


February 10, 2026
Help Us Find the Potholes and Stormwater Drains Put on your walking shoes and join the fun. We’re launching a community‑wide treasure hunt to locate potholes and stormwater drains that need attention. Every “find” helps improve safety and supports our partnership with Tillamook County Public Works. How to Play See it! Spot a pothole or stormwater drain that needs maintenance. Snap it! Take a clear photo and note the nearest street names or landmarks. Report it! Email your photo and location to: david@daviddulaney.com Track it! Visit https://www.oceansideactionpartnership.org/roads-and-parking to view the live map and watch the community’s progress. Contest Rules Each verified pothole or stormwater drain report earns 1 ticket . Size doesn’t matter—every pothole counts. Credit goes to the first person to report each location. Your total number of verified finds equals your total number of tickets. All tickets will be placed into a drawing at the next OAP community event. Prizes 10 winning tickets will be drawn. Participants can win multiple prizes . Prizes include OAP sweatshirts, T‑shirts, and posters . A Grand Prize will be awarded to the participant with the most verified finds . Safety First Please be safe and responsible when exploring and photographing. Follow general safety guidelines at all times—stay aware of traffic, weather, and your surroundings. Contest Deadline The treasure hunt officially ends at midnight on April 30, 2026 . What Happens Next The OAP Roads/Parking Team will use the completed maps in partnership with Tillamook County Public Works . The County will train our volunteers in pothole analysis and repair techniques and provide materials. Our volunteers will supply the labor—another example of Oceanside neighbors working together.
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