Hello all. I'm a former Portland resident now in Michigan for many years. This web site is such a great resource - thanks to all the contributors! I've had a great time reading the forums and field guides. You're luck to have this.
Anyway I'm planning CCW hike on the Timberline Trail, mostly 9/1-2, hopefully finishing fairly early on 9/3. If there is anyone interested in coming along shoot me a message.
In any case I'll try to post a trip report. I'm a slow but steady hiker. Plenty of hills to practice on around Ann Arbor but no easy way to get above about 1200 ft above sea level...lol. That might slow me down a bit. Thanks again. This site has definitely helped with my trip planning.