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A new path for the Old Mill Pond trail-Old Mill XC Invitational 10/11/25
The McKenzie Community Track and Field in Blue River Oregon is a special place. The Track complex emerged from a former lumber veneer...
Oct 85 min read
Spring Transformation at the Track
Community Efforts Revitalize Our Space We're just a couple of days into spring, and there's a refreshing new look to the track,...
Mar 232 min read
Move-Explore-Connect: How to Incorporate Movement into Your Daily Routine for a Healthier Life
Throughout my career at Nike, which has been marked by a commitment to innovation, performance, and personal growth, as well as my own...
Feb 244 min read
Practical Approaches to Boosting Team Productivity
Boosting team productivity is essential for any organization aiming to achieve its goals efficiently. Effective team optimization...
Sep 103 min read
🏃♂️ From Logging Cable to Living Art: Stick-Figure Sculptures Bring McKenzie Track to Life
By Michael Bergmann | McKenzie Community Track and Field/ Founder of IncubatorU Sometimes there are hidden treasures beneath the surface...
Jun 23 min read
Pond Trail Revitalization
The MCTF pond project is making amazing progress thanks to team work and dedication.
May 161 min read
Rafael Nadal: A Reflection on an Iconic Tennis Career
Rafa arrived at the Nike campus in December of 2004 with his team to visit the Nike Sports Research Lab to help him overcome injury
Nov 25, 20243 min read
Unveiling the Untapped Potential: How Rural Communities Can Ignite Innovation with IncubatorU's 5 Step Methodology
In today’s fast-paced world, rural communities hold incredible potential for innovation and growth.
Nov 8, 20243 min read
Uncover the Hidden Gems: Embark on an Adventure to Discover Oregon's 7 Stunning Regions and Embrace a Healthier Lifestyle!
Oregon is a state rich in diverse landscapes, vibrant communities, and captivating history. From the breathtaking coastline to the rugged...
Nov 5, 20245 min read
Unveiling the Thrilling Fusion of Roller Derby and Track and Field: Exploring the Possibilities of a Dynamic New Sport!
This past weekend, the global roller derby community gathered in Portland, Oregon, for the much-anticipated WFTDA Roller Derby...
Nov 4, 20244 min read
Missing Jon Bowerman's presence in this world...
Last week we lost one of Oregon's most colorful personalities at the ripe age of 86. Jon Bowerman left a legacy as a coach, cowboy,...
Oct 31, 20243 min read
Labor Day Fest Success
McKenzie Track Board member, Jamee Savidge, talks to folks as she helps with Homes for Good, the organization re-developing Lazy Days...
Sep 8, 20241 min read
Community Members make all the difference in the work at the McKenzie Community Track and Field
As the summer drew to a close at the McKenzie Community Track and Field we thank those that came to help get ready for our Labor Day Event,
Aug 25, 20242 min read
Riding with friends for a cause.....Ride the Rapids Deschutes River year 3
This upcoming weekend is the 3rd Annual Ride the Rapids Deschutes River. We are expecting about 100 cyclists descending into Wasco County...
Apr 30, 20244 min read
"The Power of Incremental Change: How Small Steps can Lead to Big Impact for Active Learners"
The Bill Bowerman Legacy Track and Field Clinic with World Class Coach Harry Marra We had a vision of creating a quality track and field...
Mar 22, 20244 min read
10 years of an idea based on values and approach to life
The idea of IncubatorU within Nike maximizing the potential of the ideas from within the company I believe could still work today.
Feb 26, 20244 min read
Seed, scale and replicate
The approach at IncubatorU takes ideas that begin as a seed and aligns people, processes and projects to be able to scale.
Jan 22, 20242 min read
Imagination brings cycling event to Maupin-Ride the Rapids Deschutes River
It has been just over 4 years since we Imagined the Maupin Deschutes River Athletic Complex. The vision has always been to build a...
Jan 21, 20246 min read
Just doing it wrong at times is the solution to getting it right
How the IncubatorU 5-Step Methodology is applied to any situation. Every year while I was leading the product creation for Nike Tennis I...
Jan 7, 20244 min read
The reviews are in on My book: Innovation from the Ground Up.
My book has been read in 9 countries, made the top 10 lists in multiple categories in 6 different countries including #1 in the USA on...
Dec 6, 20235 min read
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