Willamette Chapter – Oregon Nordic Club
About us
We are a community of Nordic skiing enthusiasts based in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Whether you’re a seasoned skier or just getting started, we invite you to explore the outdoors with us.
30+
Ski Tours per Season
50+
Members
8+
Annual Volunteer Projects
1974
Founded
Current Status
The Willamette Chapter is currently preparing for the next ski season by participating in volunteer projects, maintaining trails and sharing updates.
- Ski School and group outings are expected to resume in January 2026, when the snow returns.
- Volunteer opportunities like wood stocking at shelters and trail maintenance projects are announced throughout the year.
Stay Connected
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- Event and trip announcements
- Volunteer opportunities
- Trail updates and safety tips
- Club news and seasonal reminders
Explore Our Site
- Learn about our Ski School
- Find rental locations and trail maps for cross-country skiers in Salem, Corvallis, Albany, Eugene, Springfield, and nearby areas
- Review safety guidelines for Nordic skiing
- Discover how to get involved or join the club
Our Mission
The Oregon Nordic Club promotes Nordic skiing and outdoor recreation across Oregon through education, community, and stewardship.
News & updates
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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Read more: Upcoming Volunteer OpportunitiesOur club’s volunteers and the Salamander crew from Cascade Volunteers did a great job last week stocking firewood in the Maxwell SnoPark shelters. With generous assistance from Randy Stroud at the Big Lake Youth Camp they split a wood mountain and hauled enough to nearly fill the huge woodshed at Mtn. View shelter. Yesterday’s storm…
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Volunteer Opportunity
Read more: Volunteer OpportunityWe are planning to work on a small reroute of the Nash/Potato trail next Thursday, Friday or Saturday (9/25, 26 or 27). We will place new diamonds, remove diamonds from the old route, set a couple signposts and do some trail clearing and brushing. If you would like to help, please reply and tell us…
