August 2025 Newsletter
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Geo Trail Extension Ribbon Cutting Celebration
On July 31st a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the latest extension of the Geo Trail was hosted! The event was held at one of the trail's entry points and was well-attended by representatives from, Sky Lakes Medical Center Board and senior administration, Klamath Trails Alliance, Oregon Tech, Crystal Terrace, Klamath County Public Works, Healthy Klamath and community members.
This project's completion was truly a collaborative effort. We especially want to acknowledge Justin Rodriguez for his persistence in spearheading communications, coordination of designs, and various construction aspects. Additionally, Drew Honzel, a KTA Board Member, was an integral partner, crucial for the project's completion, fundraising, and managing bids.
The new Geo Trail Extension now offers a legal and accessible path from Harmony Lane, connecting to Sky Lakes Medical Center, Crystal Terrace, and Oregon Tech. This extension provides excellent alternative commute options and trails for walking or biking.
Klamath Trails Alliance successfully raised the necessary funds for this extension through grants, business, and private donations. This allowed for the creation of a gravel and decomposed granite trail and sloped entrance with an ADA-accessible ramp, making it accessible for strollers, walkers, and wheelchairs.
This project was made possible by the dedicated efforts of Klamath Trails Alliance, MBK/Crystal Terrace, Healthy Klamath, and Sky Lakes. Healthy Klamath was honored to be a part of this initiative, helping to bring it to life and advocating when needed. This is one of many projects that Klamath Trails Alliance has completed, contributing to a happier, healthier, and more vibrant community.
Cancer Survivor Tap Takeover
Sunriver Brewing Co
August 14th 5-8 pm
@ The Falls Taphouse
Join us in celebrating the courage, strength and resilience of our loved ones who has persevered against their battle with cancer. Sunriver Brewing Co will be taking over the tap at The Falls Taphouse and $1 of every beer sold between 5-8 pm will be donated to the Sky Lakes Cancer Treatment Center. Live music, giveaways and much more!
Happy National Farmers Market week! Celebrate with us at the market on Saturday, August 9th from 9am-1pm. We’ll have fun activities, a vendor passport, free drawings, live music & more.
Another way to support is by checking out other local farmers markets throughout the week!
Klamath Grown Online Market — shop on klamathgrown.org/market, opens Thursdays & closes Sunday at midnight. You can also shop in-person at 2701 Foothills Blvd on Wednesday, 4-7pm.
Merrill Farmers Market — open Thursdays, 4-6pm at the Merrill Civic Center.
Bonanza Farmers Market — open Fridays, 3-6pm at 3001 Main St in Bonanza.
Chiloquin Farm & Craft Market — open Fridays, 10am-5pm at the parking lot on Main & Chocktoot in Chiloquin.
Thank you for supporting your local farmers markets!
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FREE FITNESS August SCHEDULE! Join Jessica for a multi-joint approach to weight training. Class is open to all 16 and older and all levels of experience. Stay younger longer by lifting weights!
Sprague River Family Fun Day is Almost Here!
Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Sprague River Community Center
23411 Sprague River Rd, Sprague River, OR 97639
Bring the whole family for an afternoon of FREE fun and community resources!
What to Expect:
Free Food
Raffle Prizes
Bounce House (weather permitting)
Local Resources & Info for Families
Come discover what’s available in your community and enjoy a day filled with fun, food, and connection. Hosted by Healthy Klamath and community partners.
Questions? Call 541-883-2947
Let us know you're coming and share this with your friends and neighbors!
#SpragueRiverFunDay #HealthyKlamath #FamilyEvent #FreeCommunityEvent #KlamathCountyEvents
A free and fun community event!
This event is for everyone - older adults, families, and anyone curious about building lifelong habits for health and wellness.
Connect to Wellness!
Explore resources at the center and in the community. learn tips to stay active and independent at all ages. Connect with health and wellness experts and organizations who support your well-being.
Live Well - Age Well - Thrive Together
9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
at the Klamath Basin Senior Citizens' Center
2045 Arthur St, Klamath Falls, OR 97603
Call 541-883-7171
Exhibitors and sponsors, please email anne.davenport@kbscc.org
Need transportation? Please call the Center and set up a ride by the end of day Thursday, September 18.
Don’t forget to stop by patient reg to pick up your checklist!
Our next Klamath Falls Big Trucks Expo will be at the Downtown branch, 08/20 at 10:30 AM!
Climb, explore, and honk the horn at our Big Truck Expo—a fun-filled event for kids and families! Get up close to police cars, fire trucks, ambulances, dump trucks, and more.
Bring your curiosity (and your earplugs!) for a big day of big trucks and even bigger fun!
Chicken Mole
A flavorful chicken recipe with a rich and smoky sauce.
Ingredients
1 whole chicken (3 to 4 pounds)
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
5 cups water, divided
¼ cup chili powder or ground (see Notes)
1 teaspoon oregano
1 Tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (100% cacao)
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 Tablespoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon blackpepper
1 Tablespoon peanut butter
Directions
Wash hands with soap and water.
Rinse or scrub fresh vegetables under running water before preparing.
Remove whole chicken from packaging and remove organs from cavity. Do not rinse chicken; cooking will kill all bacteria.
Cut chicken into pieces: thighs, legs, breast, wings and back. Remove fat and skin from all but the wings and back. Save wings and back for making broth, if desired. Cut breast pieces in half.
Wash hands, cutting board and knife with soap and water after handling raw chicken.
In a large pot, put chicken pieces, onion, garlic cloves and 4 ½ cups of water. Bring to a boil, then turn heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (165 degrees F using a food thermometer).
While chicken is cooking, mix chili powder, oregano, cocoa, flour, sugar, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Add the remaining ½ cup of water and stir until smooth. Stir in peanut butter and set aside.
When chicken is cooked, move pieces from the broth to a large bowl.
Slowly add the seasoning mix to the pot, stirring to avoid lumps. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 15 minutes or longer until you like the flavor and thickness. Stir a few times.
While the sauce is cooking, add the chicken pieces back to the pot, or cut or shred the chicken into smaller pieces and add them to the pot. Cook until heated through.
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
Make this a meal with a vegetable and grain or beans of your choice. It is traditional to sprinkle sesame seeds on the top of the chicken and sauce.
Chili powder is often a mix of dried cayenne pepper, salt, oregano and cumin that is usually mild to medium spicy. Ground hot pepper can be made from any variety of dried hot pepper without other ingredients. Ancho, California, New Mexico and Colorado ground peppers have a mild flavor; cayenne and chile de arbol powders are spicier.
No whole chicken? Use uncooked chicken pieces (with or without bones), such as 7 chicken thighs or 2 chicken breasts. Remove extra fat and skin, then continue with step 5.
Want to use cooked chicken? Pour 4 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth into a large pot. Add the seasoning mixture from step 6. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low (step 8). Add 3 ½ cups chopped or shredded cooked chicken (step 9).
Thanks to the OSU Extension Latin Heritage Workgroup for this recipe.
