HomeAll visitors and Trails Club members are encouraged to enjoy the great Northwest outdoors by selecting a hike, bike ride or other event from this calendar. Gentle Reminders provides explanation of hike difficulty and hike guideline. Detail description of common meeting is available at Meeting Places.
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Events
Week-1
Jan 1 (Fri) New Years Day Hike to Nesika Lodge - Class B
Take your first hike of the year and help perpetuate this fine old club tradition by hiking to our lodge high above Multnomah Falls. Prepare for any winter weather. The trail may be icy, so be sure to bring trekking poles and Yak-Traks (or similar traction devices) for your hiking boots. Bring a lunch to eat while enjoying the glowing fireplace in our lodge. We will leave the lodge about 1:30 pm so that we will be out before dark. Hike 8 miles with 1800 feet elevation gain. Drive 30 miles roundtrip.
Depart: 8:30 from Lewis & Clark State Park near the restroom (exit 18 from I-84).
Leader: Kelly Marlin 503-665-6778
Jan 2-3 (Sat-Sun) Tyee Lodge Children's adventure
Winter Wonderland children adventure at Tyee lodge! Sledding, Snowball fights,
and Snowmen for the younger kids. Tyee will be opened for January 2nd through
3rd. Dinner served on the 2nd with Breakfast
on the 3rd. The lodge will be closed by noon on the 3rd.
Please RSVP with Mya by Tuesday the 29th at Noon
Host: Paul Snively & Mya White 503-330-7344
Jan 6 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A to A +
We hike 4 to 6 miles, for 2 to 4 hours, usually in Forest Park, then lunch at a nearby cafe.
If you would like to know the distance or difficulty of the hike call the leader.
Depart: Wallace Park on NW Raleigh at 9:30 AM
Leader: Merrill Hugo 503-293-5102
Jan 6 (Wed) 1 pm Social committee meeting
It is time to plan TCO's 2010 social events. Everyone is invited and encouraged to come. We will be discussing and planning the Annual Banquet. Join us for lunch after the Wednesday morning hike or meet us for pie and the meeting at 1 p.m. Bring your ideas and friends are welcome! Let us know what activities you want to have happen this year. Hope to see you at the meeting!
For information contact Callista Snively 503 330-7344 or kissta9@gmail.com.
Jan 9-10 (Sat-Sun) Tyee Open
Join us for a winter week-end. The lodge will open at 9am Sat.
and close at 3pm on Sun. We will do a hearty dinner and break-
fast. Call by Wed. Jan. 6th for reservations.
Gary and Joan Ragan 503-668-6622 or garyragan@verizon.net
Jan 9 (Sat) Silver Falls Winter Hike, Class B
Hike the falls trails while leaves are off the trees and water flows are high. Hike 4 to 8 miles depending on weather and trail conditions with less than 400 feet elevation gain. Drive 140 miles roundtrip. Drivers may need a state park pass or pay a day use parking fee of $5 per car now.
Depart: 9:00 am from Gateway Park & Ride.
Leader: Mel Taylor 503-639-9160, cell 503-888-7203
Jan 9 (Sat) Teacup Lake Ski - Class A+
We'll ski the outer loop at the Teacup Lake Nordic Club's ski area. Mostly level ski area with good views of Mount Hood's east side. The plan will be to do the outer loop, stop for lunch, and then possibly do another short loop.
5.5 miles approximate.
Leader will tend to lead a slower, casual pace. Donations to the Nordic Club are $7.00 (suggested).
Contact leader before Friday at 8:00PM.
Leader; Bill Yandon, home phone 503-538-3643, cell 503-887-2932, or e-mail wkyandon@earthlink.net
Week-2
Jan 13-15 (Wed-Fri) Tyee Overnight + SS / X-Country
Leaders: Nancy Overpeck, Elaine & Pete Nelson.
This is a joint event with the Trails Club of Oregon and Cascade Prime Timers. We will stay two nights at Tyee. Trip includes; two breakfasts and two dinners. X-Country Skiing and Snow Shoeing available.
Cost for TCO members is $42, non-members $52. Pay at Tyee. Bring your own lunch and snacks, sleeping bag and towels.
Meet 10 A.M Wed. at the sno-park about 7/8 mile after turn off Hwy 26 to Timberline. If you don't know where Tyee parking lot is, meet Nancy at Government Camp restrooms at 9:45 A.M. If you are not arriving Wednesday morning please let us know your plans. No alcohol is allowed at the lodge.
Make reservations by January 10th with Nancy Overpeck, 360-573-6878, overpeck@wa-net.com. Or Pete Nelson, 503-591-0160, petermvnelson@gmail.com
Jan 13 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A to A +
We hike 4 to 6 miles, for 2 to 4 hours, usually in Forest Park, then lunch at a nearby cafe.
If you would like to know the distance or difficulty of the hike call the leader.
Depart: Wallace Park on NW Raleigh at 9:30 AM
Leader: Phil Crosby 503-636-1853
Jan 14 (Thurs) Mt Hood Snowshoe - Class A
Depart Tyee at 10 am and snowshoe government camp area. Return to Tyee for hot drinks around the fire.
Leaders: Pete & Elaine Nelson, (503) 591-0160 petermvnelson@gmail.com
Jan 15 (Fri) Cross Country Ski - Class A
Depart Tyee at 10 am and cross county ski around Trillium Lake. Return to Tyee for hot drinks around the fire.
Leader: Nancy Overpeck, (360) 573-6878 overpeck@wa-net.com
Jan 16-18 (Sat-Mon) Martin Luther King weekend, Tyee Open
Come and spend your weekend, relaxing and playing on Mt. Hood. Bring your skis and snowshoes for some daytime exercise and then warm up by the fire in the evenings. Please register by Wednesday, January 13, 2009 at 9 p.m. Let me know which meals and nights you plan to sign up for (we will cook Saturday and Sunday dinners, and Sunday and Monday breakfasts).
Host: Catherine Schiedler 503-234-1839 or catherineschied@juno.com.
Week-3
Jan 17 (Sun) Hike Washougal Dike, Class A
Join us for views of the Columbia River, a detour into the wetlands (if possible) and a nice winter walk. Hike 5-6 miles with no elevation gain. Driving distance not measured. If the weather is too windy and cold along the river, we will go over to Washington's Lacamas Lake to walk.
Depart: 9:30 am from Gateway Park & Ride. Call leader if you want to meet us at the trail head.
Leader: Diana Forester 503-288-7782 or cell at 503-422-8896
Jan 17 (Sun) Crosstown Trail Ski, Class B
We will ski from Tyee Lodge through Government Camp to the Enid Lake area and back, for a total of about eight miles and 700 feet loss/gain. Please call leader by Wednesday, January 13, 2009 at 9 p.m. to register. Meeting place will be in Government Camp.
Leader: Catherine Schiedler 503-234-1839 or catherineschied@juno.com.
Week-4
Jan 18 (Mon) Hike Goose Hollow to the Zoo, Class A
We will ride MAX to the Goose Hollow Transit Center so no more driving after you get to Gateway. Walk uphill past stately homes and along a former cable car route returning downhill along the Marquam Trail toward the Zoo. Return to Gateway by MAX. Bring money for tickets. Purchase lunch at a gourmet market or bring your own. Hike 5 miles with about 700 feet elevation gain.
Depart: 9:00 am from Gateway Fred Meyer west side parking lot, directly across the street from the Gateway Park & Ride garage structure.
Leader: Carolyn Jenkins 503-422-6456
Jan 18 (Mon) June Lake-Swift Creek Loop Snowshoe Class B
Starting at the Marble Mountain Sno-Park on Mount St. Helens, well snowshoe to June Lake for lunch, then climb across a lava flow to upper Swift Creek and descend back to the cars. MLK Day holiday. Hike 5 miles. Drive 130 miles round trip. Sno-Park Pass required.
Meet: Register with Leader by Jan. 17, 9 p.m.
Leader: Susan Saul (360) 892-5643 or sunr1s3cr33k@gmail.com
Jan 20 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A to A +
We hike 4 to 6 miles, for 2 to 4 hours, usually in Forest Park, then lunch at a nearby cafe.
If you would like to know the distance or difficulty of the hike call the leader.
Depart: Wallace Park on NW Raleigh at 9:30 AM
Leader: Richard Gaunt 971-404-1153
Jan 23 (Sat) Hike Central Gales Creek Trail, Class B
Hike through the Tillamook State Forest on a trail that sheds water quite well even in the rain. This is a forest hike which follows the stream. Hike 10.1 miles with 1200 feet of elevation gain. Driving distance has not been measured. Drivers may need a trailhead parking pass.
Depart: 8:00 am from Target on NW 185th Ave (see Meeting Places)
Leader: Jeff Andrew 503-804-9027 or Jane Storey 503-724-5467 or andrewstorey@comcast.net
Jan 23 (Sat) Wind River Ski or Snowshoe, Class B
We'll travel up the Gorge to Carson and up the Wind River to Ski or Snowshoe. If snow conditions are good we'll do a loop ski from the Old Man Pass Snow Park. If the conditions are poor, we'll travel up to Lone Butte Snow Park and do a snowshoe and explore the Crazy Hills on an unmarked trail. Vista of Mt. Adams along route. This is a great opportunity to practice back country route finding. Bring your ten essentials, water, and lunch. Drivers should have chains or studded tires, snow park permits (Oregon permits work in WA.) Time permitting; we'll stop at Carson Hot Springs for a soak and bath ($20 fee) and possibly dinner in Stevenson. This is an all day event. Please register in advance with the leader by phone or e-mail.
Depart: Meet at Gateway, time TBA.
Leader: Stephen Brown, (360) 687-6169 or ryanbrowns4@spiritone.com
Jan 23-24 (Sat-Sun) Tyee Open
Contact Merrill and Matt Newman
Week-5
Jan 26 (Tues) Triple Falls and Oneonta Trail Hike, Class B
This Gorge hike is a great leg stretcher almost anytime of year, offering masterpiece waterfalls, slot canyon and river views, ferns galore, and only 40 minutes from Portland. We will do a loop, checking out the new bridge above Triple Falls, then climb about a mile further to the next bridge which will be our turn around point. Approximately 6 miles round trip with 1200 feet elevation gain at moderate pace. This hike may be shortened or changed if weather conditions warrant.
Depart: 8:30 am from Gateway Fred Meyer west side parking lot, directly across the street from the Park & Ride garage structure. Or meet at the Horsetail Falls parking lot by 9:30 am. No parking passes required.
Leader: Jane Garbisch 503-314-2233
Jan 27 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A to A +
We hike 4 to 6 miles, for 2 to 4 hours, usually in Forest Park, then lunch at a nearby cafe.
If you would like to know the distance or difficulty of the hike call the leader.
Depart: Wallace Park on NW Raleigh at 9:30 AM
Leader: Mike Harrison 503-239-3497
Jan. 28 (Thur) Adventure and Travels: Vietnam
Touring Vietnam from the bottom to the top (from South to
the North, from Mekong Delta to the mountains near the China border). Vietnam wants to be known as a fun place to tour not just a war. Slides by Virginia Fuller, Bonnie Tucker, and Nancy Overpeck.
Slideshow starts at 7:30 p.m.
Desserts and hot drinks will be served.
Rose Villa Fellowship Hall 13505 SE River Road, Milwaukie.
Contact Callista Snively 503 330-7344 or Kissta9@gmail.com
Jan 30 (Sat) Council Crest to Willamette Park Dog Hike, Class B
Enjoy a city hike through a forest park while the snow is flying up on the mountains. We will hike from Council Crest (the highest point in Portland) to the Willamette River via bike paths and trails. Return to Council Crest via Marquam Trail. This would be a good conditioning exercise for those who want to get in shape for the summer hiking season.
Dogs allowed, leash required. Hike 13 to 14 miles with about 1000 feet elevation gain.
Depart: 9:15 am from Council Crest. Contact leaders for more information and driving directions.
Leaders: Roger & Karen Yanhs Anderson 360-450-9199 or p74852@gmail.com
Jan 30-31 (Sat-Sun) Tyee Open
We'll be opening Saturday by 11:00 am and closing Sunday at 2:00 pm. Spend your time enjoying the fireplace, sledding, skiing, crocheting, etc. However you choose to occupy yourself, well provide a hearty dinner Saturday evening and a delicious breakfast Sunday morning. It's a family friendly weekend; let's do puzzles, play games, read by the fire, and converse. Your hosts are Donna Aase (a dessert specialist) and Merv Murphy (a snow shoveling expert).
Contact Donna by 9:00 pm on Wednesday, January 27th to reserve a place.
Leader: Donna Aase 360-253-8420 or dmaase@hotmail.com
Jan 31 (Sun) Pocket Creek Trail, Class A+
From the Pocket Creek Snow Park this tour follows a road to the upper junction and return for a round trip distance of 5.4 miles with 400 feet in elevation gain. The return leg is a gentle but sustained downhill run for two miles. Skiers will need basic downhill control skills (snow plow, turning and stopping) to maintain control on the return portion of the trail. The tour passes through forest and open areas with good views of surrounding landmarks such as Bennett Ridge and Elk Mountain. Driving distance from Portland is approximately 130 miles round trip.
For questions about this tour, contact the leader Steve Gilbert at (503) 292-8099 or at gilbert7989@msn.com.
Let's Talk About
Tyee Firewood, Thanks to the Conrads
A large portion of this winter's firewood for Tyee Lodge was donated to the Trails Club by Glenn and Linda Conrad. The wood was already split and well cured. We stacked it in the basement the day before the first snow. Their generosity will provide warmth and comfort as we enjoy the fireplace throughout this season. In addition, with budgets so tight this year, following the roof repair, the savings to the club is greatly appreciated. We would like to give special thanks Glenn and Linda for their thoughtful and timely donation.
George Milne
Lodge & Properties Trustee
Susan Saul Honored by Mazamas 2009
November 21st, 2009 was a special day for one of our Trails Club members. This member, also active in other outdoor clubs, was recognized and justly honored by receiving the Richard Montague Conservation Award by the Mazamas.
Among her significant efforts were to establish and co-sign the Mt. St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, expand two wilderness areas and create four new ones during the Washington Wilderness Act of 1984, to found the Gifford Pinchot Task Force, lead the Washington Trails Association Advocacy program, champion Protection of the Dark Divide Roadless Area and stop the construction of a cross-monument highway.
Your accomplishments are most remarkable for they represent a dedication and focus seldom seen.
Thank you Susan Saul.
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503-639-6250
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