Events

Week-1

May 2 (Sat) Ridgefield NWR visit - Class A

A day of bird watching at Ridgefield NWR. The Cathlapotle Plankhouse should be open. After enjoying the birds, those who wish to can have dinner at a restaurant in Ridgefield. Entry fee is $3 per car, cash only. Meet Portland: 8:45 AM to leave at 9:00 from Friendly House at NW Thurman and 26th.
For those in Washington, take exit 14 from I-5, go into the River S part of the refuge from 9th Ave. in the town of Ridgefield. Meet us in the parking area of the information booth 9:30-9:45.
Let me know if you are willing to drive.
Leader: Kathy Pollock, 503-341-9441, pollockkathy@ymail.com Thanks.

May 3 (Sun) Fernhill Wetlands, Gaston Bike Ride - Class B

This ride will lead us from Forest Grove by the wetlands through Gaston with an option around Hagg Lake depending on participants. We will back through Dilley past a vineyard with a possible stop. Depart: 10 AM from Rogers Park, 2400 17th Ave/Elm St, Forest Grove, 97116
Leader: Gisela Piercy, 503 648-5885 or giselapiercy@gmail.com
Register with leader by 9 pm Saturday,

Week-2

May 4 (Mon) Chinadere Mountain – Class A/B

If your using a view for the effort scale, this hike is 11 on a one to 10 scale. Hike by Wahtum Lake to Chinadere Mtn with expansive views that stretch hundreds of miles. Up close panoramas of Mt Hood, Mt Adams and Olallie Butte. NW Forest Pass required at trailhead. Four mile loop with an elevation gain of 400 ft near the as you approach destination. Intersects Eagle Creek and PCT Trails, ample opportunity for exploratory side trips. Intend to keep hike at an easy more A then B pace. Driving 80 miles.
Depart: 8:30 AM from Trip Leaders Gresham neighborhood. Ample Parking. Contact leader for directions.
Leader: Ron Silvis 971-998-5042 ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com

May 6 (Wed) Morning Hike – Class A/B

We begin our hike at 9:30 am and hike 4 to 6 miles, for 2 to 4 hours, somewhere in the Portland metropolitan area, often in Forest Park. We then have lunch at a nearby cafe.
For the starting location of this week’s hike, watch here or call or email the leader.
Leader: TBD This week's hike will begin at Friendly House at NW Thurman and 28th.
Leader: Kathy Pollock, 503-341-9441, pollockkathy@ymail.com

May 6 (Wed) Evening Hike – Class A/B

We will hike until 8 PM-ish in Forest Park and the West Hills in two groups:
Class A: Approximately 4-5 miles with less than 500 foot elevation gain.
Class B: Approximately 6 miles with 500 - 700 foot elevation gain (not cumulative).
Meet: 6 PM at Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on Raleigh
Class A Leader: Chaz Shaw 503-702-3094, chaznw@gmail.com
Class B Leader: Bruce Seymour, bruceseymour65@gmail.com

May 7 (Thur) Bike and Dine - Sellwood Riverfront Park to Mississippi - Class A

Please join me for an easy ride and lunch! We'll start at Sellwood Riverfront Park and ride to the shopping district on N. Mississippi Ave. We'll have lunch at Por Que No (or elsewhere) and then ride back. About 15 miles round trip, part on the Esplanade, part on streets with a bike lane, slight elevation gain on way up to Mississippi. I don’t ride in the rain, so check with me that morning if the weather seems iffy.
Depart: 10 AM Sellwood Riverfront Park (The Sellwood park down on the river by Oaks Park).
Leader: Audrey Perino, audrey53@comcast.net 503-246-6462 or 503-522-9911 (cell)

May 9 (Sat) Angel’s Rest Hike – Class A+

We’ll hike up to Angel’s Rest in the Columbia Gorge, 4.6 miles round trip with 1500’ of elevation gain. Great views from exposed viewpoint if weather cooperates. It’s still spring, so best to be prepared if the weather turns damp with rain gear. Round trip miles from Gateway are 42 and no trailhead permit is required.
Meet: 8:30 AM at Gateway Transit Center
Leader: Bill Yandon Home 503-538-3643, cell 503-887-2932 or e-mail wkyandon@earthlink.net

May 10-11 (Sun-Mon) Tyee Open - Host Only

Cancelled - No takers.
Tyee will be open Sunday through Monday afternoon. Plan to Pot Luck for dinner. Plan your own food for other meals.
Host: Ron Silvis 971-998-5042 ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com

May 10 (Sun) Lookout Mountain Hike Class A

Cancelled

Easy out and back from High Prairie on FS road 4410. On sunny days views from Three Sisters to Mt Rainier guide book boasts 225 mile panorama which includes Diamond Mountain ( Just North of Crater Lake ). 2.2 Mile out and back from trailhead with 400 ft elevation gain.
Depart: 12:30 PM from Tyee Lodge
Looking for 2nd Trip Leader to depart from Gateway Transit Center Portland at 9:30
Leader: Ron Silvis 971-998-5042 ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com

May 11 (Mon) Elk Meadows/Lamberson Butte hike - Class A/B

Six or ten mile loop, options galore. Flower filled meadows, mountain streams and grandiose vistas. Shorter 6 mile loop to Elk Mtn 1,000 ft elevation gain or 10 Mile loop to Lamberson Butte 2,000 ft elevation gain.
Depart: 9:30 AM Gateway Transit Center Portland
Leader: Ron Silvis 971-998-5042 ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com

Week-3

May 11 (Mon) East Portland Buttes Bike Ride - Class C

Let's bike some hills! This ride traverses east side Portland to the tops of Mt. Tabor, Rocky Butte, and Mt. Scott. We will enjoy beautiful views and a great cardio workout. Most of the route is on low traffic streets or bike paths, but some sections have no shoulder and will have some traffic. Includes steep up and down hills varying in length from 1-3 miles each. 32 miles total, about 2500 ft elevation gain.
Depart: Contact leader for details
Leader: Maureen Covell 503-954-4501, charleycvl@aol.com

May 13 (Wed) Morning Hike – Class A/B

We begin our hike at 9:30 am and hike 4 to 6 miles, for 2 to 4 hours, somewhere in the Portland metropolitan area, often in Forest Park. We then have lunch at a nearby cafe.
This week: the Four Ts (trail, tram, trolley (street car) and train (Max) back to Zoo).
Seniors bring $1 for streetcar includes Max train fare, others bring $2.50. Trail 4+ miles, several hills. We will probably stop for lunch at the West Café on 12th and Jefferson downtown. This hike will definitely be longer than normal, so plan accordingly, check with Nancy if you need to know how long it might take or have other questions.
Depart: 9:30 AM on the sidewalk by Max train station (west building ) across from Forestry Center. Take Max and avoid the parking charges (it costs $1.60 an hour to park at the zoo, maximum for the day is $6.40).
Leader: Nancy Overpeck, 360-836-5464, 503-806-2900.

May 13 (Wed) Evening Hike – Class A/B

We will hike until 8 PM-ish in Forest Park and the West Hills in two groups:
Class A: Approximately 4-5 miles with less than 500 foot elevation gain.
Class B: Approximately 6 miles with 500 - 700 foot elevation gain (not cumulative).
Meet: 6 PM at Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on Raleigh
Class A Leader: Ron Silvis 971-998-5042, ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com
Class B Leader: Catherine Schiedler 503-234-1839, catherineschied@gmail.com

May 15-17 (Fri-Sun) Trapper Creek Wilderness Backpack - Class B

This will be a 10 mile 600 feet elevation gain, out and back 2 night backpack with a day hike up to a waterfall on Sat. We will leave Sunday at 10am. This area has some beautiful old growth and is very pristine. Remember to bring the 10 essentials.
Meet: Friday 10 AM at Gateway Transit Center.
Leader: Veda Wilson 503-245-1539

May 16 (Sat) Helvetia Hills Bike Ride - Class B

We will start in North Plains and ride along country roads up to Helvetia, then slowly up Mason Hill Rd with a nice descent. The ride will be around 20 miles and quite hilly. Lunch after the ride at the famous Helvetia Tavern (optional)
Depart: 10 AM at Jesse Mays Community Center, North Plains, Or 97133
Leader: Gisela Piercy, 503-648-5885 or giselapiercy@gmail.com
Please register with leader by 9 pm on Friday, May 15th.

May 16-17 (Sat-Sun) Nesika Work Party

Details comming soon.

Week-4

May 18 (Mon) Lacamas Lake - Class B

We will ride around Green Mtn and Lacamas Lake with nice views of the lake and areas of Vancouver and Camas. It is 26 miles with 1050 feet of total ascent. We will stop for lunch at Lacamas Lake. Register with leader via e-mail - may reschedule if bad weather.
Depart: 10 am on SE McGillivray Blvd just east of SE Chakalov in Vancouver - email leader for directions.
Leader:Terry Lawson 503-8199250, terry@gmail.com

May 18 (Mon) Tamanawas Falls Hike - Class A

Two mountain streams one awesome waterfall. Sherwood and Polallie campgrounds nearby. Easy Hike 3.4 mile loop 300 ft elevation gain. Pack Lunch for extended viewing time at Waterfall
Depart: 9 AM Gateway Transit Center Carpool from Gateway suggest $10 for drivers
Leader: Ron Silvis 971-998-5042 ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com

May 20 (Wed) Morning Hike – Class A/B

We begin our hike at 9:30 am and hike 4 to 6 miles, for 2 to 4 hours, somewhere in the Portland metropolitan area, often in Forest Park. We then have lunch at a nearby cafe.
This week the hike will begin at 9:30 in the undercover area of the Tigard Transit Center, 8960 SW Commercial ( just off Main St.). There are no restrooms there but we will stop for a break after a five minute walk. The rest of the hike will be primarily on the Fanno Creek Trail. I'll arrange for lunch in the community room of Max's Fanno Creek Pub at the end of the hike.
Leader: Jane Storey 503-724-5467.

May 20 (Wed) Evening Hike – Class A/B

We will hike until 8 PM-ish in Forest Park and the West Hills in two groups:
Class A: Approximately 4-5 miles with less than 500 foot elevation gain.
Class B: Approximately 6 miles with 500- 700 foot elevation gain (not cumulative).
Meet: 6 PM at Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on Raleigh
Class A Leader: Gerda Eck, 503-804-4214, gerdaeck@comcast.net
Class B Leader:Lotte Schmitz, lotteschmitz@msn.com

Week-5

May 21 (Thur) Bike the Trolley Trail - class A

We are repeating the lovely ride through Milwaukie, Oak Grove and Gladstone on the bike path called Historic Trolley Trail to the Clackamas River. The return is via the bike path along I-205 for a short distance and then on neighborhood streets to make a nice loop. Total mileage is 17 miles with very little elevation gain. PLEASE REGISTER.
Meet: 10 AM at Milwaukie Riverfront Park, McLaughlin Blvd and Washington St (there is a traffic signal)
Leader: Gerda Eck 503-804-4214, gerdaeck@comcast.net

May 21 (Thur) Adventures In Travel - China

What happens when you ship 120 band geeks across 15 time zones and plunk them down in a city of 24 million people? Quite the cultural exchange! Audrey Perino and Ken Kane spent 12 days last September travelling across China with The Beat Goes On Adult Marching Band. Audrey and Ken will share their photos and impressions of Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou and Portland’s Sister City of Suzhou. From jaw-dropping skyscrapers to gorgeous gardens, and the Forbidden City to the Starlight Parade on steroids, you’ll experience The Middle Kingdom in a new way. And you’ll see the culmination of the band trip – a performance atop the Great Wall of China!
Social Hour 6:30 PM, program starts 7 PM Please bring a snack to share or $1 donation to defray costs. Guests are welcome!
Location: Rose Villa Rec Hall, Fireside Room.
For more information Contact Barb Jones, SocialChair@trailsclub.org for more info.

May 23 (Sat) Nesika Membership Hike - Class B

Join us for a beautiful 8 mile trek from Multnomah Lodge to the historic and tranquil grounds of Nesika Lodge. This hike offers beautiful waterfalls, babbling creeks, lush woods, and 1,800 ft of elevation gain tackled at a moderate pace. Bring water, lunch and snacks. We will stay at Nesika for about an hour before the return hike to Multnomah Lodge. Expect heavy crowds for 1st and last mile of the hike and potential parking difficulties at Multnomah Falls.
Departing: 9:30 AM from SE corner of Gateway Park & Ride Garage,
or 10:15 AM from Multnomah Lodge gift shop
Leader: Severt Lawyer 503-234-7778.

May 23-25 (Sat-Sun) Memorial Day Weekend At Nesika

Join us at Nesika Lodge for a family-friendly Memorial Day weekend. Saturday night's feast will include southern style pork ribs flown in from Corky's Barbecue in Memphis, TN along with southern side dishes. Dinner will be $12 ($5 extra for the ribs, assuming enough people sign up-- if not enough folks sign up, menu might be different). Dinner will also be served Sunday night and breakfast on Sunday and Monday mornings. Dinner $7, Breakfasts $3. Bring your own lunches. Overnight and day use fees apply.
Come for the weekend or just for the rib dinner Sat. night. There will likely be a 6-7 mile hike on Sunday.
Reserve NO LATER THAN Tuesday, May 19, so we can order the ribs in time.
Meet at gate 10 AM sharp for gate opening (Just past MP 10 Larch Mtn Rd).
Reservations: Audrey Perino - audrey53@comcast.net audrey53@comcast.net or 503-246-6462.

May 24-26 (Sun-Tue) Beach Trip (State Parks camping with hikes)

We will camp overnight at LL Stub Stewart State Park, Nehalem Bay State Park and Cape Lookout State Park. We depart Sunday May 24 and visit Bloom Lake Trail for a 3.5 mile lollipop day hike on way to first campground. Departing after breakfast on Monday May 25th we will hike Neahkahnie Mountain (3.5 mile out and back) on the coast. Nehalem Bay campground has ample walk about opportunities if Neahkahnie Mtn wasn't enough for you. We head to Cape Lookout after breakfast on the 26th. Cape Lookout has a choice of 2 hikes 3.6 mile out and back to the cape (great view) or 4.8 out and back to secluded beech. We can hike all or part of Saddle Mountain on the way home.
Prefer departure point from my home for the security of your vehicles, no parking problems urban neighborhood. Call or Email leader for details.
Leader: Ron Silvis 971-998-5042 ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com or TripsChair@trailsclub.org

May 26 (Tue) Banks/Vernonia Bike - Class B

We will ride the beautiful Banks-Vernonia Rail Trail 40 miles round trip, starting in Banks and lunching in Vernonia. It is railroad grade so a fairly gentle climb to Vernonia but a steady uphill most of the way once we leave the valley floor. The good news is that it is mostly downhill on the return trip. Class B for mialage and steady climbing. Please bring a sack lunch, plenty of water, spare inner tube and appropriate clothing for rain or sun.
Start: 10AM at Banks-Vernonia Trailhead on the west end of Banks, Bathrooms available.
Leader: Gretchen Marble 541-610-8205 ghm101010@hotmail.com

May 27 (Wed) Morning Hike – Class A/B

We begin our hike at 9:30 am and hike 4 to 6 miles, for 2 to 4 hours, somewhere in the Portland metropolitan area, often in Forest Park. We then have lunch at a nearby cafe.
For the starting location of this week’s hike, watch here or call or email the leader.
Leader: Audrey Perino, 503-522-9911, audrey53@comcast.net

May 27 (Wed) Evening Hike – Class A/B

We will hike until 8 PM-ish in Forest Park and the West Hills in two groups:
Class A: Approximately 4-5 miles with less than 500 foot elevation gain.
Class B: Approximately 6 miles with 500 - 700 foot elevation gain (not cumulative).
Meet: 6 PM at Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on Raleigh
Class A Leader: Chaz Shaw 503-702-3094, chaznw@gmail.com
Class B Leader: Eric Berg, ericwb@aol.com

May 30 (Sat) Lolo Pass to Bald Mountain - Class A/B

Wilderness restrictions limit group size to 12. Enjoy a pleasant romp along the PCT. Followed by a short, moderately steep ascent of Bald Mountain to a former lookout site. Hike: 6.6 miles w/ 1,380' elevation gain. Drive: 90 round trip miles.
Depart: 8:30 AM from Cherry Park Shopping Center (I-84, exit 16) between the US Bank and the Safeway store
Leader: Kelly Marlin, mazamamama@frontier.com or 503-665-6778

May 30 (Sat) Covered Bridges Bike - Class C

Tour the Scio Or. area and visit 5 historic covered bridges. This ride is through the beautiful rolling hills and farmland around Scio Oregon. Bring a sack lunch and plenty of water. There are no restaurants along the route and water is limited. The Covered Bridges Cafe has a restroom but they would prefer if you purchased something to use it. According to Linn County and all of the bridges will be open and there are no road closures.
Ride Distance: 47 miles (claas C for distance and hills) Elevation gain: 1360 ft. Driving Distance: 140 mi round trip, 1.5 hrs each way. Carpooling: Email me if you are interested in carpooling and I will put you in contact with others interested in carpooling. Ride with GPS route: http://ridewithgps.com/users/201662/routes
Meet: 9 AM In front of City Hall in Scio
Leader: Chaz Shaw chaznw@gmail.com Cell: 503-729-7560