Events

Week-1

Feb 1 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A/B

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: Nancy Overpeck 360-573-6878

Feb 4 (Sat) Boy Scout Ridge Snowshoe- Class B

We will start from White River Canyon Snowpark and do a loop around Boy Scout Ridge. There will be some off trail trekking for part of the way, but will not be a long portion. Trip distance will be about 5 miles, depending on conditions. Snowpark permit will be required for drivers.
Depart: Gateway Transit Center - 8am
Leader: Gini Bateman, ginibateman@comcast.net or 503-475-8712

Feb 4 (Sat) East Gorge Hike – Class A/B

Hike 5 to 7 miles somewhere east of Hood River in either Washington or Oregon. Explore the dry side of the Gorge. The leader will consider the weather, group size and the interest of the group. Possible hike examples are the Deschutes River Trail or Catherine Creek area.
Depart: 8:30 AM from Main Street in Troutdale on the east side of town. Meet under the parking lot sign "Troutdale House." This is across (north) from City Hall.
Leader: Gary Holman 503-261-3571.

Feb 4-5 (Sat-Sun.) Tyee Lodge Open

Family friendly weekend in the snow. Build snow caves, sled, snowshoe, ski or play board games. Join me for weekend of winter fun. Training available to learn winter opening/closing. Possible Friday night opening.
Need assistant cook for Sat. dinner / Sun. breakfast.
Reservations: Stephen Brown bgbrown9501@centurylink.net or 360-687-6169 by Feb. 1st.

Week-2

Feb 8 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A/B

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: Phillip Jackson 503-639-6250

Feb 11 (Sat) Hike to Warrior Rock Lighthouse - Class A

A flat six-mile round trip. The Warrior Rock Lighthouse on Sauvie Island helps guide river traffic on the Columbia River. It once contained the Pacific Northwest’s oldest fog bell. It is Oregon’s smallest lighthouse, and one of only two Oregon lighthouses still operating which are not on the Pacific Ocean. We will hike rain or shine (or snow). We might hike back on the beach so please be prepared with proper clothing, footwear, and walking stick(s).
Depart: Contact / Register with leader
Leader: Janet Mallon at 503-655-2357.

Feb 11-12 (Sat-Sun) Nesika Lodge Open New 1/29

I will be hosting at Nesika Lodge the weekend of February 11, 2012. We will hike up from Multnomah Falls at 9:30 am. Due to extensive storm damage in the Gorge we may need to switch and use Whakeena to 420c to the Multnomah Basic Road road. This route adds several miles. I will be going up with a PCTA trail crew the weekend of Jan 28 to check on condition and do trail clearance work. Please note that water systems at Nesika are shut down this time of year so we have no inside running water or flush toilets. Bring your own food and we will potluck.
If you plan to come, please contact leader Jeff Lawton.
Depart: 9:30 am Multnomah Falls Lodge
Leader/Host: Jeff Lawton jeff(at)pdxinfo.com or 971-673-0134.

Feb 11-12 (Sat-Sun) Tyee Lodge Open

Come up for snow fun. Tyee will be open at 10:30 a.m. Saturday until 3 p.m. Sunday . Dinner and breakfast will be provided.
Host: Sheryl Wagner drwagnernd@yahoo.com or call 503-319-2989.

Week-3

Feb 15 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A/B

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: Lila Grossman 503-227-0684

Feb 16 (Thu) Adventures and Travels: Cruising to South America

In January of 2011 six women (five of them TCO members) set sail from Los Angeles on the Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship, Mariner of the Seas, for a magical 30-day voyage down the Pacific Coast of South America, down through the Straits of Magellan and braving the passage around Cape Horn and eventually disembarking in Brazil for a few extra days of touring and hiking at Iguassu Falls. Along the way they stopped in Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru, Chile, Argentina, and Uruguay, taking many excellent photos of the exotic scenery, ancient cities, and abundant wildlife they encountered. If the cold gray days of an Oregon winter are making you long for sunnier climes and the scent of a tropical jungle in full flower, come listen to the many adventures on sea and land shared by Nancy Overpeck, Mary Rasmussen, Bonnie Tucker, Jane Storey, Callista Snively, and a sixth guest from Canada. You'll be calling your travel agent the next morning.
7:00 p.m. Refreshments and coffee, 7:30 p.m. Slideshow presentation
Location: Rose Villa Fellowship Hall, 13505 SE River Road, Milwaukie
Contact: For more information contact Lisa Osburn, riversdream@msn.com or call 503-476-5638

Feb 16-18 (Thur-Sat) Tyee lodge Open

Tyee will be open for Thursday and Friday night. For more information contact the Host.
Host: Linda Conrad lcgrconrad@aol.com or 360-837-3875.

Feb 18 (Sat) West Leg Snowshoe - Class A

We will start from Tyee Lodge at 1pm for an easy 4 mile snowshoe on West Leg Rd. Leader will be staying at Lodge. For registration or more information contact leader
Depart: From Tyee TBA
Leader: Callista Snively - MembershipChair@trailsclub.org or 503-330-7344

Feb 18 (Sat) Battleground Lake State Park Hike - Class A/B

Hike the Lower Trail around the lake first. You might see cormorants, buffleheads, and other waterfowls. If we were lucky, we might even see an eagle there. After warming up your muscles, we will ascend to the upper trail. After that, we will hike the horse trail and go out of the park to the new paved trail called Chelatchie Prairie Railroad, before returning to our vehicles. Hike approximately 5 miles, 150 feet elevation difference. Discovery pass required for drivers. Dogs welcome, but need to inform leaders in advance.
Depart: Please contact leaders for time and direction.
Leaders: Roger and Karen Yanhs Anderson 360-450-9199 or p74852@gmail.com

Feb 18-20 (Sat-Mon) Tyee Lodge Open

Join us forPresident's Day Weekend for a family weekend at Tyee. Keep wishing for more snow for our mountain pleasures-skiing, sledding, snowshoeing, etc. We will be opening the lodge at noon on Saturday and closing the lodge at 1pm on Monday. Debbie Ralls will cook and Diane Brooks will host. Reservation by email are preferred and must be made by Wednesday, February 15 at 9pm. Please list number of females and males in your message.
Reservations : Diane Brooks - waterdi.diane.brooke@gmail.com or 503-781-2791.

Week-4

Feb 20-22 (Mon-Wed) Tyee Open

Join us for Presidents day at Tyee Lodge. Enjoy the snowy wonder winterland. Get warm by the fire in the fireplace. Dinner Monday and Tuesday; Breakfast, Lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday will be provided. Register by Wednesday February 15th.
Host / Cook: Callista Snively Kissta9@gmail.com or 503-330-7344

Feb 22-24 (Wed-Fri) Trails Club and Cascade Prime Timers at Tyee Lodge

Two nights and three days at Tyee Lodge (Trails Club of Oregon) located on Mount Hood West Leg Trail 0.5 mile above Mazama Lodge. Chief cook: Professor Nancy Overpeck (retired), University of Alaska and Co-host Pete & Elaine Nelson.
Overnight Wed - Thu February 22 - 23. Meals: Wednesday: Dinner, Thursday: Breakfast and dinner, Friday: Breakfast. Bring you own lunches. Cost: $50 ($40 for TCO members) bring sleeping bag, toiletries, towel, and washcloth.
Lodge has 2 dorms with bunk beds – men’s & women’s. Lodge has a drying room for wet clothing and shoes. Shower available. No alcoholic beverages at lodge.
MEET: 10 AM at Restroom on east side of Government Camp or meet at 10:10 AM on Timberline Road. Plenty of X-country skiing right outside door. Bring snowshoes and or xcountry skis for a hike Wednesday and Thursday.
Register with host before Sunday Feb 19.
Host: Pete Nelson 503-591-0160

Feb 22 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A/B

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

Feb 22 (Wed) West Leg Snowshoe - Class A

We will start from Tyee lodge for an easy 4 mile snowshoe up West Leg Road. Bring lunch, water and pad to sit on. Leader staying at Tyee Lodge.
Depart: 1 PM from Tyee. To register or for more information contact leader.
Leader: Pete Nelson 503-591-0160

Feb 23 (Thu) Government Camp area Snowshoe - Class A

We will start from Tyee lodge for an easy 4 mile snowshoe in the Government camp area. Bring lunch, water and pad to sit on. Leader staying at Tyee Lodge.
Depart: We will start from Tyee lodge for an easy 4 mile snowshoe in the Government camp area. Bring lunch, water and pad to sit on. Leader staying at Tyee Lodge.
Leader: Pete Nelson 503-591-0160

Feb 24-26 (Fri-Sun) Tyee Open

You are welcome to join us for the weekend. Terry and I are hosting a child friendly weekend. The lodge will be open all day on Friday. We will be cooking dinner Friday and Saturday with Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday. The lodge will be closing at noon on Sunday. Please RSVP with the hosts if you are attending
Host and cooks: Terry and Mya White
Registration deadline: Feb 21st at 5:00PM Contact: Mya at 503-330-7009 or integritydoc@aol.com

Feb 25 (Sat) Trillium Lake XC Ski – Class A

We will do a 5 mile loop around Trillium Lake. Please sign up with leader by Friday Feb 24, 8 p.m. I can arrange carpools, as I will be at Tyee Lodge Wed thru Sat. Please call leader to register.
Depart: 10:00 a.m. at Mazama Snopark by ODOT sheds. Drivers need snopark permit. Call leader if more complete driving directions are needed.
Leader: Barb Jones 503-819-8983

Feb 25 (Sat) Hike Powell Butte Ridge - Class A

Short driving distance and views across East Portland to the mountains are offered on this morning hike. Bring snacks and water. Hike 6.5 miles with about 500 feet elevation gain. Rest room available at the trailhead. Rain will cancel the hike so call leader if you’re not sure.
Depart: 9:15 AM from Powell Blvd. and SE 162nd Ave to add a half mile uphill to the walk. Otherwise meet a 9:30 at Powell Butte Nature Park parking lot. Call leader if more complete driving directions are needed.
Leader: Fenella Robinson 503-251-2987

Feb 25 (Sat) East Gorge Hike – Class A/B

Hike 5 to 7 miles somewhere east of Hood River in either Washington or Oregon. Explore the dry side of the Gorge. The leader will consider the weather, group size and the interest of the group. Possible hike examples are the Deschutes River Trail or Catherine Creek area.
Depart: 8:30 AM from Main Street in Troutdale on the east side of town. Meet under the parking lot sign "Troutdale House." This is across (north) from City Hall.
Leader: Gary Holman 503-261-3571.

Week-5

Feb 29 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A/B

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: Callista Snively 503-330-7344