Hiking Group Outings June 21-25

Jane · Post by **Jane** » June 19th, 2008, 10:20 pm

(please check with club offices or leaderson current conditions or to pre-register)

http://www.mazamas.org

503-227-2345

HK A2 June 21 (Sat) Salmon River. Tom Eggers. Due to snow conditions at Elk Meadows, we will go instead to the Salmon River area. Nice hike along the River with some lovely viewpoints. 7.2 miles 950 ft. Dr. 82, depart from Gateway 8:30 a.m.

HK B1.5 Jun 21 (Sat) Wahkeena-Multnomah Creeks Loop. Bill Middleton. Come enjoy some of the waterfalls and get some exercise at the same time. 5.4 miles 1700 ft. Dr. 48 ,depart from Gateway 7:30 a.m.

HK B3 Jun 21 (Sat) Thielsen Creek (W). Cole Chase (541) 281 6987. Please call leader if you plan to join!!!! Bring bug spray. This hike can be found on pgs 58-59 of Sullivan’s 100 Hikes of Southern Oregon. This is a nice hike with Mt. Thielsen dominating much of the view. We will travel to Thielsen Meadow and then loop back. 11.5 miles 1650 ft. Dr. depends. TH Pass needed, will meet at the trailhead. 10 a.m.

HK A2 Jun 22 (Sun) Mt. Tabor Hike & Stroll from Mazama Center. Sue Brickey. An urban hike to enjoy the challenge of Mt. Tabor and avoid the extra travel time. See spring yards/gardens in bloom. Plan a short lunch break about half way through. Enjoy the urban architecture and a later start. 6 miles 400 ft. Dr. none, Depart from Mazama Ctr - SE 43rd & Stark 11 a.m.

HK B2 Jun 22 (Sun) Indian Point via Gordon Creek. Ann Neuenschwander. Pre Hike to Summit One of the most spectacular views of the Gorge after a lovely walk through the woods. 8.9 miles 2800 ft. Dr. 78, TH Pass needed, depart from Gateway 8 a.m.

HK C2 Jun 22 (Sun) Elk-Kings Traverse. David Zeps. The snow should be gone and the flowers blooming. Lunch stop in the sun on Kings Mt. Plan on a car shuttle from Kings Mt. trailhead back to the Elk Mt. trailhead start. 9 miles 4600 ft. Dr. 66. Depart from Target/185th 8 a.m.

SR A1, A2, A3 Jun 24 (Tue) Portland Street Rambles. Leaders to be announced. Contact Mazamas office (503) 227-2345. Groups hike the streets and parks of NW Portland. Groups larger than 20 will be split. Total time two hours. Leave from REI-Pearl (NW 14th & Johnson) starting at 6 p.m. 4-8 miles 500-1500 ft. Dr. 0.

SR A3 Jun 24 (Tue) Triple Crown Street Ramble. Join Bob Breivogel on this Triple Crown Ramble - we’ll move at a slightly faster than moderate pace up the streets to Council Crest, then by trail to Hoyt Arboretum and then onward via the Wildwood Trail to the Pittock Mansion. This is the three highest points in Portland. Should take about 2 1/2 to 2 3/4 hrs. 8 miles 1650 ft. Dr. 0. Depart from REI - Pearl, NW 14th & Johnson 6 p.m.

HK A2 Jun 25 (Wed) Dry Creek. Kent Meyer. Try this new hike through a mature second growth forest on the edge of the Trapper Creek Wilderness. 8 miles 200 est. ft. Dr. 116, TH Pass needed, depart from Lewis & Clark State Park near toilets 8 a.m.

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Adventurous Young Mazamas
503-227-2345

Wed, June 25 - Evening Scramble: High Valley Overlook
Visit one of the lesser-known adventurous trails on the Washington side of the Columbia Gorge and marvel at the view from atop the Overlook. Be prepared for some very steep/scrambly spots along the trail. Bring along a headlamp or flashlight in case it gets dark—and dinner for yourself on the summit. 2>1000>Dr-60. $1 members/$2 non-members. Depart Gateway P&R at 6:30pm (meet SE corner on the ground floor of the parking garage), leader LeAnne Cox [email protected]

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June 21 (Sat) Salmon River Hike - Class B
Enjoy spring flowers and old growth forest on this 7.2 mile hike above the beautiful Salmon River. Build up an appetite for the wonderful dinner at Hike and Dine at Tyee Lodge. The elevation gain is a modest 900 feet. Drive is 82 miles. Trailhead Pass required. Wilderness Restrictions apply.
Meet: Gateway at 8:00 am
Leader: Brian Carlson (503) 252-3608

June 21 (Sat) "Expotition" to Wildwood BLM Recreation Site
Another "expotition" for your opportunity to bring children ages about four to ten to explore along the Wildlife Wetland Trail with a boardwalk for viewing the wildlife and habitat and the Cascade Streamwatch Trail for a fish eye view of the stream. Bring your lunch. Afterward we will go to the playground until ready to go home.
The site is between mileposts 29 & 30 on Hwy. 26 in Brightwood; fee or recreation pass needed for entering the site.
Meet: 10:00 am at the trailhead near a restroom.
Leader: June Smelser 503-668-4060, [email protected]

Jun 21 (Sat) Allen's Graduation Bike and Hike
Join me to celebrate my graduation from high school teaching and onto retirement with one of my favorite bike rides from Hood River to Mosier along the great scenic Historic Columbia River Highway passing through the Mosier Twin Tunnels and onto Rowena. At Rowena we will hike a short 3.4 mile hike to Tom McCall Point for our lunch and CELEBRATION! The bike trip length is 25 miles with ice cream in Mosier and beautiful scenery on lightly traveled country roads, though some gradual hills and possibly wind may be a factor. Shorter distances are possible.
Meet: 9AM at Mark O Hatfield West trailhead in Hood River or call for directions.
Leader: Allen Burrell at 503-654-1353 or [email protected]

June 24 (Tuesday) Hamilton Mt Hike - class B
One of the best hikes in the Gorge! Yes, you have done it before but it is lovely any month of the year. 2200 feet elevation and 7.6 mile loop.
Meet: Park and Ride on NE Sandy Blvd near NE 70th St (the Nazarene Church parking lot) at 8:30 am
Leader: Bill Kingsbury (503) 281-4582 or email at [email protected]

June 25 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A
We hike 4 to 5 miles, usually in Forest Park, then lunch at a nearby cafe.
Meet: Wallace Park between NW 25th & 26th on Raleigh at 9:30 AM
Leader: Mike Harrison 503-659-7430

June 25 (Wed) Evening Hike - Class B 6PM to 8PM ish
We will hike approximately 6 miles in Forest Park and the West Hills with 500 foot elevation gain (not cumulative).
Meet: Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on Raleigh
Leader: Gini Bateman 503-475-8712 [email protected]

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Columbia Sierra Club

June 21 Aging the Human Footprint, Mt Hood Wilderness (East): Pollallie Ridge (8 miles; 3,000' gain; 6,870' peak altitude).
Who preceded us on the trail today, this week, this year, recent years, and not-so-recent years? Humans have left traces here for 13,000 years, directly and indirectly. From tracker Tom Brown to paleontologist Paul Martin, we'll explore and discuss them all during a leisurely-paced hike. Flowers will be at their exuberant peak and great views of Mt. Hood from the east. Meet at 8 AM, back around 6 PM (Sunrise: 5:22 AM Sunset: 9:03 PM)
Reservations required; limit 12 people.
Leader: Tom Lum Forest ([email protected]

Jun 21 (Sat) Siouxon Creek Moderate/7mi/700ft
We'll follow Siouxon Creek amid large Douglas firs and red cedars. Enjoy charming little waterfalls, a deep-pooled gorge with mossy ledges, nurse logs and wildflowers.
Meet 9am at Gateway Park and Ride.
Leader: Judy Muir [email protected] or 503-449-7280

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Loowit Sierra Club

Sat., June 21 - Hike - SIOUXON CREEK -SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Meet at Gateway Transit Center located at 9900 NE Multonomah in Portland. This is a moderate 7 mile 700 ft. elevation gain hike. We'll follow Siouxon Creek amid large Douglas firs and red cedars. Enjoy charming little waterfalls, a deep-pooled gorge with mossy ledges, nurse logs and wildflowers. Leader requests contact by e-mail for additional details [email protected] (Columbia) This outing is open to the public. For more information, contact Judy Muir at (503) 449-7280.

Sun., June 22 - Kayak - PARADISE POINT STATE PARK--LEWIS RIVER --COLUMBIA RIVER from 10:30 AM until 4:00 PM. Contact leader for announcement of location and directions. Experience the fun and exhilaration of paddling a sea kayak! First-timers welcome. Join us for a half-day outing on Lake River near Ridgefield, WA. (north of Portland, Oregon) Rental kayaks available on-site, rental fees apply, please specify single or double kayak upon registration. PFD (life-jacket) required (included in rental fee.) Outing held, rain or shine. Lehman Holder is the leader for this trip, but will be out of town after June 11. Participation limited. Pre-registration required by 5pm Friday, June 20. This outing is open to the public. For more information, contact Roger Cole at (360) 693-9131 or [email protected]

Thurs-Mon.,June 26-30 - Backcountry SnowCamp - PTARMIGAN TRAVERSE. This outing lasts thru Jun 30. Contact leader for announcement of location and directions. This is a 25 mile 3,000 ft. elevation gain, strenuous backcountry snow camp outing--leaving Wednesday evening and returning Monday evening. Join us for the lengendary Ptarmigan Traverse beginning at Cascade Pass in the shadow of the North Cascades National Park's 8,065 ft Johannesburg Mountain. This trek traces nearly 25 miles of the Cascades Crest and cuts across ridges and cirques to the north side of 10,541 foot Glacier Peak. The off-piste skiing and climbing along the traverse are both challing and breathtaking as you bomb down the 3,000 ft. chorn-choked couloirs with supreme views of frozen lakes and tumbling glaciers. This trip is equivalent to the Haute Route in the Alps but in a wilderness setting. Requires experience in snowcamping, backcountry skis and skins, ability to backpack 15 miles/day and references. Preregistration required by June 11 participation limited. Fee $15.00 (Columbia) This outing is open to the public. For more information, contact David Burdick at (503) 654-2070 or [email protected]

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Oregon Nordic Club

June 21, Sat, Intermediate Hike

Saddle Mountain , Coast Range , OR

This peak, the highest mountain in Northwestern Oregon ’s coast range, is saddle shaped, hence the name. There are wild flowers in the meadows and we’ll take our time to enjoy them. If is clear, we will have a view of the ocean as well as the Cascades. The hike is 7 miles with 1,900 ft. elevation gain. Bring the 10 essentials, lunch and water. Meet at the southwest corner of the Target parking lot in Tanasbourne Mall off of SW 185th Ave. , take Hwy. 26 to 185th then go south toward the mall and left at the second light to the parking lot, at 9 a.m. For more info contact the leader, Pam Rigor: 503 297-4284.

June 25, Wed, Intermediate Bike

Location TBD, Portland , OR

Lets go for a bike ride in the evening. We will have a fun ride for about two hours. Plan on meeting at 6 p.m. for a 20-25 mile ride. For more info and meeting place contact the leader: Pam Rigor 503 297-4284.

July 3–July 8, Thur –Tue, All Abilities BikeSan Juan Islands , WASign up by June 27Let’s continue an ONC tradition—bike the San Juan Islands on July 4th weekend. Explore the islands—on San Juan we’ll visit English Camp and American Camp in the National Historical Park, savor the fragrance at the lavender farm and watch the orcas at the Whale Watch Park; on Lopez—spy on the seals at Shark Reef Sanctuary, beachcomb at Spencer Spit; on Orcas—take the challenging ride up Mt. Constitution, or take a shorter ride to the pottery galleries; on Shaw—explore the first post office, a log cabin and have locally made ice cream while waiting for the ferry. Remember to catch a glimpse of the camel on San Juan Island as you ride to the campground! We will carpool to Anacortes , WA , leave most of our cars (a couple cars will carry the gear), and take the ferry to Friday Harbor on San Juan Island . Upon arriving, we’ll bike about five miles to Lakedale Campground, and stay for five nights. We can cook at our campground or go into town for dinner; plan on a couple potluck dinners. The striking of the colors and fireworks at Roche Harbor are quite a dramatic way to celebrate the 4th. We can make several rides on San Juan Island and go to Lopez, Shaw or Orcas Islands for more riding. This trip will be easygoing, enjoying the weekend without our car. Extra costs not covered: parking at Anacortes ($40 per car for those not carrying gear), carpooling, ferry passage for you and your bike ($17.75) and food. Trip Limit: 11 (minimum), 29 (maximum) participants. Cost: $116/member ($143/nonmember–includes $27 single membership) per person. Note: trip cost will be reduced if there are more than the minimum number of participants (example 15–$97, 20–$76, 29–$55) For more info contact Pam: 503 297-4284.
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http://www.mtsthelensclub.org

360- 423-2769

Saturday, June 21, 2008
8:00am
GRASSY KNOLL/ BIG HUCKLEBERRY MT. (S)
JUNE 21 (SAT) GRASSY KNOLL/ BIG HUCKLEBERRY MT. (S) Meet 8am, LV Library, Carpool 200 mi. rt. Hike 11 mi. rt. 1200 ft.eg. Lots of wild flowers and great views from both Grassy Knoll and Big Huckleberry Mt, which both were former lookout sites. LEADERS Dan (360-578-2849 & Marisa (360-673-2799)

Monday, June 23, 2008
9:00am .
TILLAMOOK TRAIL, WILSON RIVER(E)
JUNE 23(MON) TILLAMOOK TRAIL, WILSON RIVER(E) Meet 9am behind Kelso Mcdonalds, carpool 200 mi. rt. Hike 3+ miles on trail along river. There is some up and down, but little eg. There is a very good interpretive center at the trailhead. There is also a possible (S) hike available if there is a leader for it. LEADER Bob (360-636-4575)
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http://www.chemeketans.org

Salem

Sat., June 21 - Independance Airport Bike - leader J. Ross 503-581-7462

Sat., June 21 - Clackamas River Class IV Whitewater - leaders Laurelyn .Schellin, John. McClain 503-363-0203

Sat., June 21 - Shellburg Falls Hike - leader Carroll Maurer 503-856-8230

Tues., June 24 - Henline Mountain Hike - leader Sue MacDonald 503-873-1429

Wed., June 25 - Battle Ax Mountain Hike - leader Dave Carter 503-393-3649

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http://www.bergfreunde.org

Sat., June 21 - City Walk - Round Lake, WAFirst Day of Summer Walk! This will be an aerobic 4 mile walk with some steep hills. We will walk a loop around Round Lake in Lacamas Creek Park with woods, beautiful waterfalls and a tranquil lake. Lunch after the walk on 164th at Panera restaurant. Meet at Round Lake TH, Camas, WA. 10:00am.Take Highway 14 east to exit 12 in Camas. Drive the exit road for 1.4 miles. Turn right (south) at the four-way flashing stoplight. After three blocks, turn left on NE 3rd Avenue. Go .8 mile and just before you cross Lacamas Creek, turn left onto an unmarked, unsigned lane that looks like a private driveway. There is plenty of parking in a gravel lot at the base of the hill. Use the mile distances or getting to the trailhead can be tricky. Contact leader Laura Dickinson 503- 245-8543

Tues., June 24 - City Walk -Eastbank EsplanadeWe will walk north from Madison St. on the Esplanade to the Steel Bridge admiring the other side of the Willamette River and the characters along the way. Returning south on Waterfront Park, with a look at the Japanese Memorial Park, we will cross the Hawthorne Bridge to our cars. We will choose a place to go for eats and drinks afterwards. Usually we go to the Eastbank Saloon for refreshments.Depart 6:15 pm, contact leader JoAnn Dahlke 503-244-9494

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http://www.gorgefriends.org

503-241-3762

Sat,June 21 - Triple Falls-Oneonta, OR Hike with Friends leader Tina Lassen behind Ponytail Falls to views of Oneonta Gorge and Triple Falls. If we don’t mind getting wet, we’ll go up narrow Oneonta Gorge to the base of the falls. Bring old tennies or shoes for wading.5 miles, 800 ft. elev.
Members Only.
To register and/or join Friends: [email protected] or 503-241-3762 x103

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http://www.audubonportland.org

Sat., June 21 - 8am-11am Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge Walk - (trip full - wait list only!)

Join Mike Houck for a stroll around the 160-acre Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge. Mike has led tours at the Bottoms for over 30 years and is intimately familiar with the history of Oaks Bottom being designated as Portland’s first official urban wildlife refuge and current efforts to restore fish and wildlife habitat throughout the refuge. This trip is appropriate for families. The walk is a two-mile loop on both paved and uneven dirt paths, with two moderate hills.

Contact Karen Munday: 503-292-6855 x 116

Sun., June 22 - Powell Butte Nature Walk

Join leader Ron Escano for a walk exploring the unique habitats of Powell Butte. Should be great to see nesting lazuli buntings.

Meet at 8am at the top of the butte parking lot at the end of SE 162nd Avenue. Turn south on SE 162nd Avenue off Powell Blvd. and drive to the top of the butte.

Bring binoculars, dress for the weather and beginners welcome.

Contact Ron Escano [email protected] 503 771-3454
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http://www.forestparkconservancy.org

Sunday, June 22 - 1pm-4pm Wild Berries in Fores Park guided hike

Tak an easy loop hike on the Maple Trail to taste the first fruits of summer. We’ll compare and contrast thimble berries with salmon berries, comment on the relative seasonality of snowberries, and search for a rare denizen of Forest Park: the devil’s club! Shrubs are one of the important components of healthy forest ecosystems, and we’ll examine some of the roles they play in the symphony of Forest Park. This will be an easy walk at a slow pace with stops to feel the texture of leaves and test the spininess of prickles. This hike will be appropriate for people of all ages, as long as they are not in a hurry.

Cost: $15 ($10 for members of The Forest Park Conservancy) Contact Stephen Hatfield [email protected]

Pre-registration is required for all participants. Enrollment will be limited to 12 participants, and space filled on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Hike leader biography: Greg de Nevers is an itinerant botanist and environmental educator. He has led natural history tours and botanical expeditions to various points of the globe, including the Salmon River, Grand Canyon, California Channel Islands and Mount St. Helens. He specializes in “foisting false botany on the unwary,” and has been known to dash off trail to follow a burrowing owl. He would rather turn rocks for salamanders and snail eating beetles than watch movies.

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http://www.oregonwild.org

Lookout Mountain Hike (Meet at trailhead, from Jun 21, 2008 09:00 AM to Jun 21, 2008 05:00 PM) Explore some of the finest old-growth mixed conifer and ponderosa pine in central Oregon on your way to spectacular views from the summit of Lookout Mountain
Leader Tim Lillebo 541-382-2616, strenuous, ele. gain/loss 1400', 6 miles.

Tamanawas Falls Hike (Carpools depart from Portland, from Jun 21, 2008 09:00 AM to Jun 21, 2008 05:00 PM) Explore a diverse old-growth forest along the crystal clear Cold Spring Creek leading up to the spectacular Tamanawas Falls
Leader Eric Fernandez 503-283-6343 x 202, easy -moderate, elev. gain/loss 500', 5.5 miles

Twin Lakes Hike (Carpools depart from Eugene and Roseburg, from Jun 21, 2008 09:00 AM to Jun 21, 2008 05:00 PM) Hike to stunningly-blue Twin Lakes through a towering Douglas-fir forest.
Leader Chandra LeGue 541-344-0675, easy-moderate, elev. gain loss 100', option 700', 4 miles, option 7 miles.

Babyfoot Lake Hike (Carpools depart from Selma, OR, from Jun 21, 2008 10:00 AM to Jun 21, 2008 05:00 PM) View wildflowers and conifer seedlings under the shade of towering snags created by the 2002 Biscuit Fire.
Contact Margaret DeBona 503-283-6343 x 210.

Tamanawas Falls Hike (Audubon Society) (Carpools depart from Portland, from Jun 22, 2008 08:30 AM to Jun 22, 2008 05:00 PM) Explore a diverse old-growth forest along the crystal clear Cold Spring Creek leading up to the spectacular Tamanawas Falls.
Leader Don Jacobson , easy moderate elev.gain/loss 500', 5.5miles.
Contact Margaret DeBona 503-283-6343 x 210.

Fifteenmile Creek Tree ID Hike (Carpools depart from Portland, from Jun 22, 2008 09:00 AM to Jun 22, 2008 05:00 PM) Learn the basics of Oregon tree identification in a mix of eastside and westside forest types.
Leader Eric Fernandez 503-283-6343 x 202, easy-moderate, elev. gain'loss 500', 4 miles.

Clackamas River Trail Hike (Carpools depart from Portland, from Jun 22, 2008 09:00 AM to Jun 22, 2008 05:00 PM) Hike the scenic Clackamas River Trail through a stand of old-growth trees to the stunning Pup Creek waterfall.
Leader Jonathan Jelen 503-283-6343 x 224, moderate, elev.gain/loss 200', 7 miles.

Upper Middle Fork Willamette Trail Hike (Carpools depart from Eugene, from Jun 22, 2008 09:00 AM to Jun 22, 2008 05:00 PM) Hike the newly designated Upper Middle Fork National Recreation Trail through a spectacular old-growth forest.
Leader Doug Heiken 541-334-0675, easy-moderate, elev.gain/loss 500', 4-6 miles.

Metolius Mountain Hike (Meet near trailhead, from Jun 23, 2008 10:00 AM to Jun 23, 2008 05:00 PM) Enjoy the stunning beauty of this central Oregon gem as you hike along the Metolius River, one of the healthiest rivers in Oregon.
Leader Tim Lillebo 541-382-2616, moderate-strenuous, elev.gain/loss 150', 4 miles.

Herman Creek Hike (Carpools depart from Portland, from Jun 24, 2008 08:30 AM to Jun 24, 2008 05:00 PM) Cross the beautiful Herman Creek as you climb to meet the Pacific Crest Trail and take in sweeping vistas of the Columbia River.
Leader Kelly Beamer , moderate,elev. gain/loss 1000' , 5-6 miles. Contact Margaret DeBona 503-283-6342 x 210.

Fall Creek Fire Hike (Carpools depart from Eugene, from Jun 25, 2008 03:30 PM to Jun 25, 2008 08:00 PM) Enjoy an evening hike while exploring burned and unburned forest, and learning about natural processes.
Leader Chandra LeGue 541-344-0675, easy-moderate, elev.gain/loss 100', 4-6 miles.
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