Phil Pennington was one of the founders (along with Don Baack) of SW Trails. You can read about Phil’s life in this news article. Phil died in 2009, but his website, Explore PDX, that showcases his interest in SW Trails as well as his many other interests lives on.
SWTRAILS-PDX
A community group promoting walking and biking in southwest Portland, Oregon by:
1. Leading regular monthly hikes.
2. Organizing volunteer work parties to build and maintain trails.
3. Working with city, county and state planners to develop safe pedestrian routes.
4. Advocating for safe walking/biking in southwest Portland.




