Sara became involved with the trail through her work in regional community and economic development with NEOEDD, first assisting with acquisition of the rail corridor by Union and Wallowa counties, and later through support for trail planning and community outreach. She sees the trail providing many benefits for our region. It can add to the region's livability by providing easy access to a safe place for residents of a varying ages to walk, run, and bike. It can also help local businesses who rely on visitors by enhancing the area's recreational opportunities. Sara hope to one day be able to ride bikes on the trail with her grandkids.

• Deputy Director, Northeast Oregon Economic Development District (NEOEDD)

• Co-Owner Bunchgrass Enterprises

• Interests: Local food and agriculture, hiking, swimming, imaginative play