Events

Week-1

Jan 1 (Tue) Nesika Lodge Hike - Class B

Traditional New Year’s day hike to the club's beautiful lodge high above Multnomah Falls. Yaktraks or other traction devices and trekking poles recommended. Bring lunch to enjoy in front of the huge fireplace. For nonmembers, this hike and lodge visit qualifies towards membership. Hike 8 miles round trip with an elevation gain of approximately 1800 feet. Check our Cold Weather Guideline for Trips on our Hiking page.
Depart: 8:30 AM from Gateway Park & Ride.
Leader: Larry Solomon 503-206-6580 or muensterhump@hotmail.com

Jan 2 (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: 9:30 AM from Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on NW Raleigh St.
Leader: Phillip Jackson pjtva@comcast.net 503-639-6250, 971-404-7137

Jan 2-4 (Wed - Fri) Tyee Open - 2013 Trails Club and Cascade Prime Timers at Tyee

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: University of Alaska Professor Nancy Overpeck (retired), and Co-host Pete & Elaine Nelson. Overnight Wednesday & Thursday January 2 and 3. Meals: Wednesday: Dinner, Thursday: Breakfast and dinner, Friday: Breakfast. Bring you own lunches. Cost: $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 9:50 AM at Restroom on east side of Government Camp or meet at 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.
Directions: From Hwy 26 at Government Camp, turn onto Timberline Road going to Timberline Lodge. Go approx.7/8 mile Sno-Park on Right. Cross the highway and hike up hill 1/4 mile to lodge. Trail marked with rope on tree, across the road from southern most parking place. At the top of the berm take left trail using rope which will guide you to Tyee Lodge.
Reservations: Call Pete Nelson BY Sunday, December 30. (H) 503-591-0160 or petermvnelson@gmail.com.

Jan 3 (Thu) Government Camp Snowshoe – Class A

Meet at Tyee Lodge and depart at 10 AM. Snowshoe in the Government Camp area possibly the new Cabin Creek Trail. Return to Tyee for hot drinks around the fire. Carpool transportation from Portland not available for this snowshoe since the leaders are staying at Tyee.
Leaders: Pete & Elaine Nelson 503-591-0160 petermvnelson@gmail.com

Jan 4-6 (Fri-Sun) Tyee - Nite-in-the-White

It's become a tradition, snow camping for those who have always wanted to try this adventure, but wonder, what if I don't like it. Well, here is your perfect opportunity, because if you don't, you can sneak back into the lodge and nobody will know. There are those who swear, with the right equipment, snow-camping is a blast!
Questions: For questions what to bring, contact Allen Burrell at 503-288-3859.
Register: with Gerda Eck 503-804-4214. gerdaeck@comcast.net
Sign up by Wednesday evening for meals (Fri/Sat dinner Sat/Sun breakfast - please indicate which day, which meal)

Jan 5 (Sat) Mystery X-Country Ski - Class A

Depending on snow conditions, we will ski Trillium or Teacup Lake. Teacup Lake has a daily fee. Ski 4 l/2 to 5 miles. Sno-park permits needed by drivers. Sign up by Friday, Jan 4 at 6:00 PM. I’m staying at Tyee Lodge for a couple of days, so I will arrange car pools coming from town by phone.
Leader: Barbara Jones 503-819-8983 (cell) or e-mail Barbjones50@hotmail.com to sign up and carpool help.

Week-2

Jan 9 (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: 9:30 AM from Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on NW Raleigh St.
Leader: Richard Gaunt rgaunt@comcast.net 971-404-1153

Week-3

Jan 16 (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: 9:30 AM from Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on NW Raleigh St.
Leader: Mike Harrison harrimb585qf@gmail.com 971-279-2707

Jan 17 (Thu) Adventures & Travels: Alaska & Canada

Come join us as Bill Rude shares his adventures in Alaska and Canada with us! 7:00 pm Refreshments, 7:30 pm Slideshow Rose Villa Fellowship Hall, 13505 SE River Rd, Milwaukie.
For more information, contact Lisa Osburn: 503-476-5638 or socialchair@trailsclub.org socialchair@trailsclub.org

Jan 18 (Fri) XC Ski - Class A

Summit Ski Trail (Nordic) between Mazama parking lot in Government Camp to Ski Bowl. Ski 4 miles round trip, level, easy just a few hills. Very close to Tyee and Mazama Lodge in case that is on your weekend agenda. Check our Cold Weather Guideline for Trips on our Hiking page.
Depart from: Gateway Park & Ride 9:30 AM. Rt drive about 95 mi. Drivers need Sno-Park permits.
Leader: Celine Stroinski celine5760@aol.com

Jan 18-20 (Fri-Sun) Badger Creek Wilderness Backpack/Snowshoe – Class A

We will hike in 5 miles from east side trail head and set up a base camp on Friday night. On Saturday we will day hike in the area or snowshoe. On Sunday we will hike out. Plan on 3-season tent, warm gear, stove. Have Emergency fire starters.
Depart from TA Travel Center Troutdale Exit off I-84 at 8:00 AM. Packs will be inspected for proper gear. Limit is 8.
Register with Linda Conrad lcgrconrad@aol.com or Laura Borchers laurainpdx@gmail.com
To register, both Application form and Emergency Contact Information form need to be received by leader. Available at Backpack Participant Information on the Backpack page.

Jan 19-21 (Sat - Mon) Tyee Lodge Open

All Family Week-end January 19-21. Spend two nights at Tyee Lodge. Enjoy snowshoeing, skiing, sledding and a cozy fire in the lodge. The lodge will be open Saturday at 11:00 and close by 1:00 Monday. Sign up by Wednesday Jan. 16 at 7:00 pm for meals (Sat dinner, Sunday breakfast and dinner and Monday breakfast - please indicate which day(s) you are staying. There will be a snowshoe hike led by Mike Haasken on Sunday taking off from the lodge at 9:30 for approximately 3 miles. Debbie Ralls is cook.
Register with: Diane Brooke waterdi.diane.brooke@gmail.com or (prefer) or call 503-781-2791
Sign up by Wednesday Jan. 16 at 7:00 pm

Jan 20 (Sun) Tyee Lodge Snowshoe – Class A

We will leave from the lodge at 9:30 AM as I will be staying there for the week-end. This snowshoe will go approximately 3 miles with an opportunity for more if the group likes.
Depart: 9:30 AM Tyee lodge
Leader: Mike Haasken. Contact Diane Brooke at 503-781-2791 or waterdi.diane.brooke@gmail.com with questions or to sign up (so we know you are comming).

Week-4

Jan 23 (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: 9:30 AM from Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on NW Raleigh St.
Leader: Chuck Barrows barrows4967@msn.com 503-244-4967

Jan 26 (Sat) Trillium Lake Area Snowshoe– Class A

Beginning level snowshoe. Take the Red Top Meadows Trail down to the road that connects with Mud Creek Loop Trail. Snowshoe for 1 ½ hours or so, eat lunch, then return. Distance traveled and elevation gain will be determined by snow conditions and group comfort. Fit showshoes to boots before the trip so you know the bindings work. Check our Cold Weather Guideline for Trips on our Hiking page. Cars will need a Sno-park permit.
Depart: 9:00 AM Gateway Park and Ride. Call leader with questions.
Leader: Carolyn Jenkins 503-422-6456

Jan 26-27 (Sat-Sun)Tyee Lodge Open Cancelled due to family emergency

We will open the lodge by 12:00pm on Saturday and plan to close it around 12:00pm on Sunday. This will be a family friendly weekend, dinner on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday will be provided.
Host: Heather Campbell hatcampbell@gmail.com or 503-667-2260
Reservations by 12:00 noon on Wednesday, Jan 23 please.

Jan 27 (Sun) Fort Vancouver Hike – Class A

The hike will be approximately 4.5 miles and will travel through part of old Vancouver, Officer's Row, past the reconstructed Fort Vancouver and along the water front. Those wishing to tour the fort will need to pay an entrance fee or present a National Park pass. It opens at 12:00 PM on Sunday.
Depart: Visitors Center at 10:00 AM.
From I-5, take the Mill Plain Boulevard exit (Exit 1-C) and head east. Turn south onto Fort Vancouver Way. At the traffic circle, go east on Evergreen Boulevard and follow signs to the Fort Vancouver Visitor Center.
Leader: Richard Gaunt 971-404-1153

Week-5

Jan 30 (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: 9:30 AM from Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on NW Raleigh St.
Leader: Nancy Overpeck overpeck@wa-net.com 360-573-6878