The Mazamas
 503-227-2345

SR A1, A2, A3 Jul 01 (Tue) Portland Street Rambles. 
Dave Braem, Dean Lee, Tom Guyot, Ken Searl, Bob Miller, Marty Hanson, Carolyn Eckel, Dean Kokko, Sean Smith and/or others. Contact Mazamas office (503) 227-2345. Groups hike the streets and parks of NW Portland. Groups larger than 20 will be split. Total time two hours. Leave from REI-PDX at 6 p.m. 4-8 miles 500-1500 ft. Dr. 0
 
HK B1.5 Jul 02 (Wed) Mazama Trail (W). |
Ray Sheldon. We will stroll up the trail looking for needed maintenance that will occur later in the month on a TT work party. Hopefully, the snow pack will be gone and the Rhodies, Bear Grass, and Avalanche Lilies will be in full bloom. Any questions about the trail’s construction can be answered as we enjoy our centennial trail. 7 1/2 miles 2000 ft. Dr. 100 TH pass, depart Gateway 7:30 a.m.
 
SR A2.5 (Wed) Jul 02 - First Ever - Vancouver, WA. Street Ramble.
Kibbey Rock (360)-694-5942. Walk up and down hills in Vancouver, WA.  We’ll go at a slightly more than moderate pace starting at 6pm and will be done close to 8pm. Please sign-in starting 5:45 p.m. We’ll leave at 6 p.m. promptly. We should cover about six miles with 500 ft of elevation gained. Meet in front of parking lot at Fort Vancouver Site, 1001 5th St., Vancouver, WA. Park on road outside the gate as their parking lot closes at 5p.m
 
SR A1, A2, A3 Jul 03 (Thu) Portland Street Rambles. Leaders to be announced. See July 1st for details.
 
HK B2 Jul 04 (Fri) Twin Lakes/Palmateer Loop (Barlow Pass). Ginger Remy. Plan a fun 4th of July hike on Mt Hood, weather permitting. Return in time for evening festivities. 7.8 miles 1100 ft. Dr. 110 TH pass, depart Gateway 8 a.m. 
 
HK A1 Jul 05 (Sat) Ramona Falls (W).
Billie Goodwin. Enjoy a classic hike on a holiday weekend. If the trail isn’t open I’ll substitute another one in the area. Bring the usual food and clothes for the weather. 7 miles 700 ft. Dr. 92 TH pass, depart Gateway 8 a.m. 
 
HK B2 Jul 05 (Sat) Kings Mountain.
Margaret Smith Pre Hike to Summit. Enjoy a moderately paced hike through lush ferns to one of the highest points in the Coast Range. 5.4 miles 2780 ft. Dr. 66, depart  Sunset Transit Ctr - NE Cor, Hwy26/217 8 a.m. 
 
HK C1.5 Jul 05 (Sat) Table Mountain Loop.
Jean Andreas (503) 318-4652 Pre Hike to Summit .This will be a gorgeous hike with wonderful views. We will be hiking up the Heartbreak Ridge trail. Prepare for all types of weather. Bring extra water and food.  10 miles 3650 ft. Dr. 84 Call Leader for meeting place 7:30 a.m. 
 
HK A2 Jul 06 (Sun) Salmon River Trail (W).
Ursula Edlund. Hike at an easy pace through a magnificent forest to a nice viewpoint for lunch. 7.2 miles 950 ft. Dr. 82 TH pass,depart Gateway 8 a.m.
 
HK B2 Jul 06 (Sun) Fifteen Mile Creek Loop.
Rick Amodeo Pre Hike to Summit .Beautiful unclimb of less than 15 miles! See Central Oregon, walk among some nice old growth, catch a glimpse of a mule deer and nestle along a cool mountain stream for lunch. 10.5 miles 2500 ft. Dr. 175 TH pass, depart Gateway 7:30 a.m. 
 
HK C2 Jul 06 (Sun) Elk-Kings Traverse.
Cecille Beyl (503) 228-7097. Hike two coastal peaks with a difficult traverse between them. See stunning views on a sunny day. This is a tough conditioning hike with some exposure and need for scrambling but the scenery, workout and flowers make it worthwhile. Call leader for details. 11 miles 4600 ft. Dr. 66 .
 
SR A1, A2, A3 Jul 08 (Tue) Portland Street Rambles.  Leaders to be announced. See July 1st for details
 
SR A1, A2 Jul 09 (Wed) Street Ramble from Mazama Mountaineering Ctr.
Join Bob Smith and explore the Southeast neighborhoods near the Mazama Mountaineering Center. We’ll go at a slightly less than moderate pace starting at 6 p.m. and be done at 8 p.m. 
 
HK B2 Jul 09 (Wed) Cape Horn.
Ann Brown Hike through flower-filled woods, stand on cliff tops and get breath-taking waterfall and Gorge views. Maybe even see a train! Moderate pace. Bring cameras and poles (steep in spots). 7 miles 1400 ft. Dr. 55, depart Mazama Mtn.Center, 8 a.m. 
 
HK C2 Jul 09 (Wed) Elevator Shaft - Columbia Gorge.
Tom Davidson Pre Hike to Summit Learn why this unmaintained trail is also called the Fire Escape.  Straight-up through a talus field located just one-half mile east of Multnomah Falls. Lots of moss-covered rocks and some poison oak. Stunning viewpoint(s) and optional scramble up Big Cougar Rock. Lunch at great overlook of Gorge with our own water bubbler. Back down via Multnomah Falls trail. 9 miles 2500 ft. Dr. 42, depart Mazama Mtn. Center 7:30 a.m.   ......................................................................................................................................
 
Adventurous Young Mazamas
503-227-2345

Wed, July 2nd - Evening Ramble:  Lacamas Park
Did you know that the Washington Paper Mill town of Camas features a park with a scenic lake, waterfalls and a forest canyon?  Join us as we explore this miniature wilderness.  Bring along a headlamp or flashlight in case it gets dark and dinner for yourself.  3.4>20>Dr-28.  $1 members/$2 non-members.  Depart from Gateway (meet SE corner on the ground floor of the parking garage) at 6:30pm, leader Andrew Bodien  andrew@bodien.org
 
Fri, July 4 - Adventure Hike:  Silver Star Mountain & Sturgeon Rock
Loop hike from Grouse Vista with several adventurous detours along the way.  We’ll scramble Pyramid Rock and check out the grassy ridge north of there and continue on up to the summit for wildflowers and 360-degree views.  We’ll take an alternate route on the descent stopping off briefly to tag our second summit of the day:  the impressive looking Sturgeon Rock.  Participants should be prepared for some off-trail travel, scrambling and potential bushwhacking.  We may be hiking on snow.  10>3000^Dr-70.  TH Pass.  Depart gateway (meet SE corner on the ground floor of the parking garage) at 8am; back in plenty of time for the fireworks & festivities, leader Kevin Clark  mandrake@europa.com

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Trails Club of Oregon
  
July 2 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A
We hike 4 to 5 miles, usually in Forest Park, then lunch at a nearby cafe. Meet: Wallace Park between NW 25th & 26th on Raleigh at 9:30 AM. Leader: Virginia Fuller 503-520-1622
 
July 2 (Wed) Evening Hike - Class B 6PM to 8PM ish
We will hike approximately 6 miles in Forest Park and the West Hills with 500 foot elevation gain (not cumulative).  Meet: Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on Raleigh.
Leader: Craig Carlson 503-626-0438
 
July 4th - July 14th Belden to Burney Falls Back Pack
Class C 134 miles: We will drive down to the town of Belden CA on July 4th and start hiking north averaging 15 miles per day for 9 days. Only the experienced hiker need register. Prehikes with leader required. Register with Linda Conrad @ lcgrconrad@aol.com or 360-837-3875.
 
July 4-6 (Fri-Sun) Independence Day at Nesika
On the 4th we will enjoy an exceptional menu of delicious recipes from the Rio Cliente Spa (near Guadalajara Mexico). The dishes are basically vegetarian but with the addition of fish. The menu also includes loads of fresh fruits and vegetables. Plan to stay over for the special breakfast on Saturday. The cost for the two meals is approximately $8.00.The lodge will continue to be open and we have a cook/host for Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast.
Reservation deadline July 1st. Meet: At the Palmer Mill Road gate at 9:30 am on the 4th.
Host: Nancy Overpeck 360-573-6878; overpeck@wa-net.com Call if you need directions
If you need to come later I can try to match you with someone with a key who's coming later. Friday dinner will be a special vegetarian menu with a fish dish. Bring your own lunches and snacks. Nesika is off I-84 exit 28, past Angel Rest trail head (upper parking) to Palmer Mill Road (rough)directly to the gate.Please make your reservation as soon as you get this July Blazer (no latter the July 1st). Nancy Overpeck 360-573-6878; overpeck@wa-net.com
 
July 6-11 (Sun-Fri) Trinity Alps Backpack
Moderate Backpack in Northern California. Drive is approximately 400 miles each way. Start at the Swift Creek Trailhead (camp night of July 5 at Preachers Meadow car camp?)
Day one- Hike 5 miles to Granite Lake (6000 feet).  Day two- Explore the Granite Lake are, swim? The next two night's location will depend on snow level.  Day three- Hike with pack to Summit Lake. Explore Climb if desire? Day four - Hike with pack to the Black Basin trail on the Bear Basin Trail. Will go by Diamond, Luella Lakes. Day five- hike out on Bear Basin Trail (5 miles or so). Either drive home or go to Weaverville to Spend night. An alternative itinerary would be to spend night 3 and 4 near the Black basin trail and do day hikes up to the lake basin and another hike to Mumford Meadow and Landers Lake. Limited to six participants
Leader: Diana Forester, 503-288-7782
 
July 8 (Tuesday) Silver Star Mt. Hike - Class B
Views! Wildflowers! Indian pits! What more can you ask for? Meet: Park and Ride at NE Sandy Blvd. and 70th Ave. (Nazarene Church parking lot) at 8:00 am
Leader: Bill Kingsbury (503) 281-4528 or wfcrowntown@gmail.com
 
July 9 (Wed) Morning hike - Class A
We hike 4 to 5 miles, usually in Forest Park, then lunch at a nearby cafe.  Meet: Wallace Park between NW 25th & 26th on Raleigh at 9:30 AM. Leader: Phillip Jackson 503-639-6250
 
July 9 (Wed) Evening Hike - Class B

6PM to 8PM ish.  We will hike approximately 6 miles in Forest Park and the West Hills with 500 foot elevation gain (not cumulative).  Meet: Wallace Park between NW 25th and 26th on Raleigh.  Leader: Cathy Schiedler 503-234-1839

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Columbia Sierra Club
 
Sierra City Strolls; July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Aug 5, 12, 19, 26
Join us any July or August Tuesday evening for a 2 - 3 mile "Sierra City Stroll." We'll walk through popular areas like NW 23rd Street, the Pearl District and explore close in city parks and trails. After our walk we can sample neighborhood cusine depending upon interest. Meet us no later than 6:00 p.m. at the Portland Goose Hollow/Jefferson Max stop at 19th and Jefferson. The Red or Blue line heading West will get you there. We'll be "Sierra City Strolling" from 6:00 - 7:30 pm.   Call Lauren at 503.228.1417 to pre-register the Monday before.
 
July 4-6 (Fri-Sun); OIympic National Park Backpack;
Moderate/20-27 miles/3,2000ft minimum gain.  Ancient forest, mountain scenery and hungry bears come together to make gentle adventures for hikers visiting the Staircase area of Olympic National Park. This easygoing backpack is contingent upon conditions and the reopening of the Staircase Road (slated for July 1). Both trip possibilities (Flapjack Lakes or Home Sweet Home) are out-and-back routes that start along the North Fork Skokomish River and feature two nights of basecamping with a day of alpine exploration. Requires previous backpacking experience and current conditioning. Participants carpool from Portland Thursday PM and camp near the trailhead for a Friday AM departure. Return to Portland late Sunday. Group size limit six. Reservations required by June 28.   Leader: Jennifer Snarski jennifer.snarski@oregon.sierraclub.org or 503-231-0507 press 1, 6, and 3 to leave a message.
 
July 5 Aging the Human Footprint, Badger Creek Wilderness: High Prairie/Flag Point

(9.8 miles; 625' gain; 6,525' peak altitude)
Who preceded us on the trail today, this week, this year, recent years, and not-so-recent years? Humans have left traces here for 13,000 years, directly and indirectly. From tracker Tom Brown to paleontologist Paul Martin, we'll explore and discuss them all during a leisurely-paced hike. Flowers will be at their exuberant peak and there are 360 degree views of the Cascades from Mt. Rainier to Three Sisters. Meet at 8 AM, back around 8 PM (Sunrise: 5:29 AM Sunset: 9:02 PM).  Reservations required; limit 12 people.  Leader: Tom Lum Forest (Tom.Forest@oregon.sierraclub.org 503.359.3594.)
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Loowit Sierra Club
   
Thur., July 3 - Hike - Silver Star Mountain

From 8:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Contact leader for announcement of location and directions. This is a moderate 5 mile round trip 1,000 ft. elevation gain. Join us for a gorgeous hike to the highest point in Southwest Washington. If we time it right, the wildflowers should still be beautiful, and in full bloom. Spectacular view from the top includes vistas across the Columbia river and four snow-capped Cascade peaks. Come learn about the unique natural history of the Yacolt burn area. Hike is family -friendly and the trail follows a well graded former road. Carpool from Battle Ground. The drive to trailhead is a little long and bumpy. Dogs on leash OK. Weather dependent. Preregister at rick.marshall@comcast.net This outing is open to the public. For more information, contact Rick Marshall at (360) 834-3455.
 
Sat., July 5 - Hike - "Aging the Human Footprint" Badger Creek -High Prairie/Flag Point

From 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM. Contact leader for announcement of location and directions. This is a 9.8 mile, easy, 625 ft. elevation gain hike. Who preceded us on the trail today, this week, this year, recent years, and not-so-recent years? Humans have left traces here for 13,000 years, directly and indirectly. From trackerTom Brown to paleontologist Paul Martin, we'll explore and discuss them all during a leisurely-paced hike. Flowers will be at their exuberant peak and there are 360 degree views of the Cascades from Mt. Rainier to the Three Sisters. (Columbia) Preregistration required. This outing is open to the public. For more information, contact Tom Lum Forest at (503) 359-3594 or Tom.Forest@oregon.sierraclub.org

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Oregon Nordic Club
  
July 3–July 8, Thur –Tue:  San Juan Islands Bike Ride and Camp, WA
Sign up by June 27.
Let’s continue an ONC tradition—bike the San Juan Islands on July 4th weekend. Explore the islands—on San Juan we’ll visit English Camp and American Camp in the National Historical Park, savor the fragrance at the lavender farm and watch the orcas at the Whale Watch Park; on Lopez—spy on the seals at Shark Reef Sanctuary, beachcomb at Spencer Spit; on Orcas—take the challenging ride up Mt. Constitution, or take a shorter ride to the pottery galleries; on Shaw—explore the first post office, a log cabin and have locally made ice cream while waiting for the ferry. Remember to catch a glimpse of the camel on San Juan Island as you ride to the campground!
  
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Mount Saint Helens Club 
360- 423-2769  
  
Monday, July 7, 2008 - 9:00a  Fort Clatsop to Sea (M)
Meet 9am Kelso McDonalds, carpool 130 mi. rt.Hike 6.5 mi, 400 ft.eg.with car shuttle. Trail paved and gravel. Hike thru forest, wetlands and dunes on way to beach. Visit the Fort. Bring Golden Age Pass. LEADERS Tom and Martha (360-414-1106)
 
Monday, July 7, 2008 - 9:00a  Gnat Creek (E)
Meet 9am behind Kelso McDonalds, carpool 100 mi. rt, hike 5-7 mi, 500 ft.eg. along creek May visit fish hatchery. LEADERS Tom and Martha (360-414-1106)
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Chemeketans
Salem  503-566-889
 
Wed. July 2 - 5:30 pm - Mt. Angel Urban Walk   - rated easy, hike 4 miles, elev. 300', leader MaryColeman 503-873-5605
 
Thurs., July 3 - Old Cascades  - rated medium, hike 8 miles, elev. 2000' -  leader Mary Coleman 503-873-5605
 
Fri.-Mon. July 4-7  - Copper Pk/Mt Fernow, Lake Chelen area, WA -  rated hard, hike 17 miles, elev 9400 ft. - leader Bill Saur 206-525-6025
 
Sat.,July 5 ,9am.- Walking Club, Minto Brown Park - Connie Yost 503-385-2135
 
Sat., July 5 - Echo Basin/Fish Lake Hike   - slow pace, dawdlers - leader Betsy Belshaw 503-370-8789.
 
Sat., July 5 - Rocky Top And Arch Rock - rated medium, moderate pace, hike 4 miles, elev.1500 ft. -  leader Mary Coleman 503 -873-5605
 
Sun.., July 6  -  Iron Mountain-  rated medium, moderate pace, hike 7 miles, elev. 2000' -leader Jim Reichwein 541-753-9573
 
Sun., July 6 - Tumalo Falls   - rated medium, hike 6.8 miles, elev. 1100' - leader  Charlotte  Backen 503-378-7010
 
Mon., July 7  - Brawley Horse Farms   - rated medium/hard, moderate pace - leader Jakey Ross 503-581-8452
 
Tues., July 8 - Opal Creek  - rated dawdler, hike 6 miles, elev. 300' - leader Pam Wojcik 503-362-3439
 
Tues., July 8  -Salmon Butte  - rated medium/hard, hike 8.6 miles, elev. 2800'. -  leader Roz Shirack 503-399-8615
 
Wed., July 9, 6pm. - Turner/Valview Drive   - rated medium, hike 4 miles - leader Noreen Weishaar

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Bergfreunde
  
Tues., July 1 - Morning Walk - Lacamas Lake 
Walk Leader – Fran Bylsma Contact info: Ph#360-903-4891 or mazamiler1@comcast.net.  Meet at 9AM on the southeast end by the boat ramp restrooms. This will be 7 miles to northeast end and back. Lunch to be determined by group. Level AEROBIC. Directions: North on I-205, east on Hwy 14, north on second exit or 192nd. Turn right at traffic ligh on SE 1st and it will turn into Lake Road for a couple miles until boat ramp acess parking lot on the left. Moose Lodge is too far - turn back.
 
Tues., July 8 - City Walk Sellwood/Garthwick Neighborhood
Loren Nutter 503-353-0203. Meetup time is 6:15 pm at the Sellwood Riverfront Park at the east end of the Sellwood Bridge, by Oaks Park entrance road. This is a spirited but scenic walk through a well established neighborhood with a variety of homes. We will select a place to eat, perhaps the Skybox Pub at SE 17th and Milwaukie Avenue. Walk level is Moderate

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Friends of the Columbia Gorge
503-241-3762
 
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Audubon Society Portland
 
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Forest Park Conservancy
 
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Oregon Wild
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