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City of Issaquah - Brink/Big Tree Trail

Day Work Party

Sat Nov 22, 2025: 8:30 AM — 3:30 PM

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Issaquah Alps — Tiger Mountain

Crew Leader: Andy James

Cross section of logs on the Brink trail. Photo by George & Sally.

Overview

Join us for a day of work in the Tradition Plateau area, an integral part of the Tiger Mountain trail network supporting City of Issaquah trails continued bomb cyclone clean up efforts.

About the Area

Tradition Plateau provides an extensive network of short, nearly level trails that meander by small lakes and towering trees. There are also plenty of opportunites to access Tiger Mountain's steeper grades, and to enjoy expansive views, from this area.

What to Expect

We'll have fun, work hard and make a difference!

Project Description

Our project will be continued maintenance work to improve trails after last winter's bomb cyclone and logout clean up efforts. We will be focused on continued debris disbursement, drainage and tread improvements.

Hiking Information

Our hike to the project site is expected to be 3-4 miles roundtrip over steep and rolling terrain.

Schedule

  • 8:30 AM: Be ready to sign in and meet the crew, rain or shine
  • 8:35 AM: Gather for a safety briefing, then hike to the project site
  • Morning: Work at your own pace, and take breaks throughout the day
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch on the trail
  • Afternoon: Consider trying a new task before wrapping up the day's work
  • 3:30 PM: Sign out after enjoying refreshments at the trailhead

For safety reasons, arriving late or leaving early is not allowed.

Planning Information

Get ready for a great day outside!

What it Takes to Do This Work Party

  • No experience is necessary—just bring a great attitude for working with a team! WTA provides the training and tools you need
  • Expect to be physically active at your own pace for up to 6 hours on uneven terrain
  • Recommended for ages 10 and older; under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and a parental consent form must be signed for anyone under 18

What to Wear

Required:

  • Sturdy closed-toe shoes
  • Work gloves
  • Eye protection (glasses, sunglasses, or safety glasses)
  • Long pants

Recommended:

  • Sturdy work or hiking boots
  • Long sleeved shirt

A hard hat will be provided by WTA. Additionally, work gloves and eye protection will be provided by WTA if you do not have your own, but when possible we recommend bringing your own. For safety reasons, certain tasks may be assigned based on the safety level of your footwear. Volunteers who do not have long pants, or sturdy closed toes shoes, will not be able to participate in the work party.

What to Bring

  • Lunch and plenty of water
  • Rain jacket and pants
  • Extra warm clothing in case of wet or cold weather
  • A pack to carry your personal gear

Firearms and weapons are not allowed

More Information

From the Hiking Guide

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Directions

We will be meeting at the High Point Exit off of I-90 eastbound. From Seattle, drive east on I-90 to exit 20 (High Point). At the end of the off ramp turn right. Immediately after make another right and continue to the end of the road to a large parking lot (Driving time from Seattle: approximately 30 minutes.)

Note: Please follow the written directions above instead of using a GPS device. This will ensure that you get to the correct meeting location for this work party. The location of the pinpoint below is only approximate.

Getting to WTA work parties can involve travel on rough, unpaved roads in areas without cellular service and without street addresses that can be accurately used by navigation devices. Unless specifically noted otherwise, routes can generally be traveled by all types of vehicles. Volunteers with limited experience driving on unpaved mountain roads may want to allow extra time, beyond what is recommended in the directions above, to get to the meeting location.

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