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New THPRD nature and trails map now available for free
July 08, 2013
The Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District has updated its popular trails map and added a new nature section to help walkers, runners and bicyclists enjoy pathways across its 50-square-mile service territory.
On one side, the foldout map provides an overview of THPRD’s growing trails network, including surface type, bike lanes, rail lines, parks, natural areas and greenways, and THPRD facilities. The opposite side features information on nature classes, wildlife watching, play sites, and much more for people of all ages.
“The new map helps people connect to nature in their own neighborhood,” said Bruce Barbarasch, superintendent of Natural Resources and Trails Management. “We’ve included descriptions of common fauna and flora of the district, such as birds, beavers and wildflowers.”
THPRD produced the map thanks primarily to a grant from the Washington County Visitors Association (www.wcva.org). WCVA also provided financial support for the Park District’s last trails map, unveiled in 2009. That map was an immediate hit with the public and supplies of it were eventually exhausted.
The new map is available – for free – at all THPRD patron facilities, Beaverton-area libraries and bicycle shops, local hotels, REI at Tanasbourne, the Portland Running Company and Sports Authority stores in Beaverton, Portland Community College’s Rock Creek Campus, the Beaverton Chamber of Commerce office, and the WCVA office. A printable version is also available. For more information, call 503/629-6350.
About THPRD
Formed in 1955, THPRD is the largest special park district in Oregon, spanning about 50 square miles and serving 230,000 residents in the greater Beaverton area. The district provides year-round recreational opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. Offerings include thousands of widely diverse classes, more than 90 park sites with active recreational amenities, 60 miles of trails, eight swim centers, six recreation centers, and 1,400 acres of nature preserve. For more information, visit www.thprd.org or call 503/645-6433.
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Contact:
Bob Wayt
Director – Communications
503/614-1218 (direct)
503/686-5134 (cell)
Date: July 8, 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Click here for official release (PDF).