Events

Week-1

June 1 (Mon) Triple Falls Hike Class A

We will hike Upper & Lower Horsetail Falls, Oneonta & Triple Falls with added bonus of spectacular Oneonta Gorge. 4.5 mile out and back. Leisure pace.
Depart: 8:30 AM from leaders house 1260 NW Bella Vista Court, Gresham, Oregon 97030 Ample parking available.
Leader: Ronald Silvis 971-998-5042 ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com
Please RSVP before hike day.

June 3 (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 hike will be at Powell Butte Nature Park, SE Powell and SE 162nd.
Depart: 9:30 AM from the Powell Butte visitors center. Restrooms and plenty of parking.
Leader: Glenda Chaite, 503-261-1355, cell 503-307-7931, glenda@inbalanceservices.com

June 3 (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: Donna Covi, 360-573-1294 dcibike2@aol.com

June 5 (Fri) Willamette Valley Bikeway Bike - Class B

We will do a loop ride of 25 miles which uses the Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway for about half of the miles and country roads for the rest, with a longer option of 10-20 additional miles for interested riders. e-mail leader indicating which option you are interested in, as well as carpool offers or requests. Registration required in case of modification or cancellation due to weather.
Depart: 10 a.m. from Bankers Cup Coffee Shop, 4193 Church Ave, St.Paul, OR.
Leader: Terry Lawson 503-819-9250, lawson@gmail.com

June 6-7 (Sat - Sun) Sedum Ridge Youth Backpack - Class A

15 mile hike in 2 days. We will start on Road 2000 outside of Stephenson WA and head up the PCT trail to Sedum Ridge. We will camp on Sedum Ridge and return on Sunday. Youth must be at least 12 years of age and accompanied by an adult. We will provide consent forms for youth.
If you need equipment contact Linda Conrad
Register With: Linda Conrad: 360-837-3787 lcgrconrad@aol.com

Week-2

June 8 (Mon) Wahkeena to Multnomah Falls - Class B

Five waterfalls and geologic wonder of Wahkeena Spring and view of Gorge from atop Multnomah Falls. 5.2 mile loop at a leisure pace.
Depart: 8:30 AM from leaders house 1260 NW Bella Vista Court, Gresham, Oregon 97030 Ample parking available.
Leader: Ronald Silvis 971-998-5042 ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com
Please RSVP before hike day. No Parking permit required.

June 10 (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 we hike at Fort Vancouver
Depart: 9:30 AM from Fort Vancouver Visitor Center, 1501 E. Evergreen Blvd in Vancouver, WA.
From I-5, take the Mill Plain Blvd exit, 1-C, east, turn south onto Ft Vancouver Way, then east on Evergreen Blvd to visitor center parking lot on right.
Leader: Mike Harrison, 360-326-3084.

June 10 (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
Class B Leader: Lotte Schmitz, lotteschmitz@msn.com

Jun 11 (Thur) Peninsula Park to Pier Park Bike Ride--Class A

Please join me for an easy ride around North Portland. 15 miles round trip, flat, mostly on residential, low traffic streets. Bring a lunch for a picnic at Pier Park. Please make sure your tires are pumped. There should be beautiful roses at Peninsula Park!
Depart: 10 AM At the corner of N Ainsworth St. and N Borthwick Ave at the south end of Peninsula Park.
Leader: Audrey Perino, audrey53@comcast.net, 503-522-9911 (cell). Call my cell if the weather is iffy—I don’t ride in the rain!

June 13 Saturday Elk Meadows hike - Class B

We’ll hike approximately 6.5 miles round trip with 1400 feet of elevation gain to Elk Meadows on the east side of Mount Hood. We will try to find spot for lunch at the shelter or another scenic spot with views of Mount Hood and meadows. Crossing over Newton Creek could be over logs, rocks, or quick ford. Since this is a hike into the Mount Hood Wilderness, total number of hikers for this hike must be kept at 12 or less Northwest Forest Pass required for driver.
Please register with hike leader by phone or e-mail by 9:00 on Friday, June 12th.
Leader: Bill Yandon, home phone 503-538-3643, cell phone 503-887-2932 or e-mail wkyandon@earthlink.net

June 13-14 (Sat-Sun) Tyee Hike and Dine

Namhea Lew will cook her very delicious Korean menu of Grilled beef, mung bean pancakes, sweet potato noodle salad, mixed Korean vegetables, Korean cookies and tea for dessert. You will not want to miss this very special dinner! Nancy Overpeck is the host, The cost is $22 for members for the weekend including dinner and Sunday breakfast. The cost for dinner is $9.00 plus day use fee if you are not staying overnight. The fees for overnights guests and 2 meals is $27.
Register with: Jessie Tucker marvtucker@comcast.net or call 503-655-0149
Register by Wed June 10. Dinner is limited to 30 people.

June 14 (Sun) Westside Trail Bike - Class C

Ride a series of multi-use trails on the westside in the Beaverton/Hillsboro area. From the Westside trail we will connect to the Waterhouse Park trail then on to the Rock Creek trail. Pass beautiful wetlands and lovely parks as we wind our way through residential communities. Pack a sack lunch and snacks. Email me if you intend to ride.
Ridewithgps : http://ridewithgps.com/routes/7178596
Depart: 10:00 AM from WalMart Neighborhood Market, 9055 SW Murray Blvd, Beaverton, OR
Leader: Chaz Shaw chaznw@aol.gmail 503-729-7560
Email me if you intend to ride.

Week-3

June 15 (Mon) Ramona Falls - Class A

Hike on historic PCT alongside Sandy River. Visit vacant 1935 Ranger Station before reaching Ramona Falls.Driving: 53 mile from Pioneer Square.
Depart: 8:30 AM from leaders house 1260 NW Bella Vista Court, Gresham, Oregon 97030 Ample parking available. NW Forrest Pass required at trailhead.
Leader: Ronald Silvis 971-998-5042 ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com
Please RSVP before hike day.

June 16 (Tue) Lake Oswego Historical Bike Tour - Class B

This special ride will focus on the historical neighborhood of our own Trails Club members Ann Marie Dudley and Ralph Rogers whose relatives were instrumental in the development of Lake Oswego. We will spend time in the Lake Oswego area viewing some of the significant landmarks. Length 25 miles with a ride on the "Trolley Trail", across the Oregon City bridge, through West Linn, Lake Oswego, Tryon Park and back to the Sellwood Riverfront Park via the Sellwood Bridge. Shortened version of the ride (Class A) can be arranged. Contact leader.
Meet: Sellwood Riverfront Park, SE Spokane & Oaks Park Way. Time depends on weather, contact leader.
Leader: Allen Burrell, burrell@teleport.com or 503-288-3859

June 17 (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.
We begin our hike today at Friendly House at 9:30 am and head to Washington Park to see the roses.
Leader: Nancy Overpeck 360-836-5464 overpeck@wa-net.com

June 17 (Wed) Evening Hike – Class A/C

To celebrate one of the longest days of the year, we will hike the "Triple Crown". We will hike to the summit of Council Crest, then take mostly trails to Hoyt Arboretum and Pittock Mansion. Please bring water and snacks and dress for the weather. Class C: Approximately 9 miles with over 1000 foot elevation gain (not cumulative).
There will also be a Class A hike, Approximately 4-5 miles with less than 500 foot elevation gain.
Meet: 6 PM at Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on Raleigh
We will hike until in two groups:
Meet: 6 PM at Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on Raleigh
Class C Leader: Catherine Schiedler, 503-234-1839, catherineschied@gmail.com
Class A Leader: Chaz Shaw 503-702-3094, chaznw@gmail.com

June 19-21 (Fri-Sun) Nesika Work Trip

We will open the gate a noon on Friday and 9:00 AM on Saturday morning. As in the past work trips this year the emphasis is on clearing the road. Please feel free to bring shovels, weed whackers, metal rakes, Pulaski, limb loppers etc. Please come and enjoy a great group of people and harmonious energy at our beautiful lodge. If you are not able to work on the road there are many other just as important jobs to do around the lodge. Feel free to bring children.
Please register with Glen and Linda Conrad at: lcgrconrad@aol.com
or call and leave message at 360-837-3787 by Wednesday evening.

Jun 20-21 (Sat-Sun) Tyee Work Weekend

Join us for a wonderful weekend at Tyee Lodge! Pete and Elaine Nelson will be the Work Party Chairs and Arleta Miller will be cooking delicious meals. I heard that Swiss Steak is on the menu for Saturday dinner! Projects this summer include replacing front porch, inventory of supplies, taking down avalanche signs, assess winter damage, bringing in firewood, Spring cleaning, graveling the driveway, North fire escape, kitchen porch cleaning, bridge improvements, tearing out and replacing kitchen floor. Lodging and meals free to volunteers.
Register with: Callista Snively 503-330-7344. Email: tyeelodge1@gmail.com Registration deadline: Wednesday June 17th
For more information, contact Pete Nelson at 503-591-0160.

June 21 (Sun)Dayton, Amity, Maud Williamson Rec area, Grand Island Bike – Class C

We’ll head SW to Amity, then jog east for a lunch stop in Maud Williamson Rec area. A short distance north, we’ll pedal around Grand Island. Total distance about 40 miles, which is the reason for the C rating. The ride is relatively flat. Relatively lightly-traveled rural roads. No bike lanes. Facilities at Dayton, Amity, and Maud Williamson.
Depart: Near the corner of Main St and 4th St in Dayton.
Contact the leader for meeting time & to register.
Leader: Rich Fuhs 503-690-5077 / Rich.Fuhs@gmail.com Rich.Fuhs@gmail.com

Week-4

June 22 (Mon) Silver Star Mountain - Class B

Wildflowers, open ridgetops, rocky crags, a natural arch view of several volcanoes. Walking in the sun the whole time. No more then 1,000 of elevation gain, we will endeavor to keep the pace leisurely. Bring pleanty of water. 4.8 mile Balloon Loop.
Depart: 9:00 AM from Safeway in Battleground, Wa 904 West Main St / near intersection Washington routes 502 and 503
Leader: Jim Flick 360-687-4776 jjgff@hotmail.com
Contact Co-leader Ronald Silvis 971-998-5042 ronaldrjsilvis@aol.com
if you wsih to carpool from the Gresham area around 8 AM.

June 24 (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 we are carpooling from Friendly House up to Germantown Rd.
Depart: 9:30 AM, carpooling from Friendly House For more detailed info, please contact the leader. Leader: Wayne Schweinfest, 503-253-3073, WSchweinfest@msn.com

June 24 (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
Class B Leader: Gini Batemen, 503-475-8712 ginibateman@Comcast.net

Jun 28 (Sun) Frog Lake Butte Loop Hike - Class Easy B

This Mt Hood area hike begins at Frog Lake SnoPark. We'll start by following the PCT to the Lower Twin Lake. Then up, up, up to the summit of Frog Lake Butte; also known as Panorama Crest. Return to cars by a different trail. Vehicles will need to display a NW Forest Pass.
Hike: 6.8 miles w/ 1,700' elevation gain Drive: 100 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

Jun 28 (Sun) Canby to Sawtell Hill Bike - Class C

Trip Postponed due to predicted high temps

We will ride on roads past farms and countryside going from Canby to Mollala, and then ascend Sawtell Hill which is an 1100 ft climb in about 5 miles. As we go up, the scenery becomes more forested and there are beautiful views. 48 miles
Depart: Contact leader for details.
Leader: Maureen Covell, 503-954-4501, charleycvl@aol.com

Week-5