February - The Chemeketans

Vol. 89/No. 2
February 2016
Back row: Membership Co-Chair Mary Liepins, President Mike
Pennington, Treasurer Mark Olson, Recording Secretary
Fletcher Moulton-Adelman; front row: Councilor Ted Gaty, Vice
President Susan LaTour, Councilor Steve Dougherty, Councilor
Ralph Hall. Absent: Membership Co-Chair Michael Gurley
The Chemeketans are a group united in a common interest in outdoor activities. Application for membership
may be made after completion of two qualifying trips with the club. For information and forms, contact
chemeketans.org
GENERAL INFORMATION
Trip Participation
It is your responsibility to determine from the description of
distance, altitude, terrain, trail and possible weather conditions,
whether you, your children, and your guests can fully
participate. The leader may refuse to take anyone not properly
equipped or who is judged incapable of making the specific
trip. All valuables should be left at home or carried with you not left in a vehicle at the trailhead. Dogs/pets are not
permitted.
Hiking Trip Ratings
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DAWDLER: Pace slow, group makes frequent stops
for viewing, photography, etc.
EASY: Max. 5 miles round trip, elevation gain less
than 1000 feet.
MEDIUM: 6 - 10 miles round trip, 1000 - 2000 feet
elevation gain.
HARD: Long, strenuous, and difficult.
Trip Essentials
Participants should wear appropriate foot gear and
clothing (no jeans), carry lunch, water, rain gear, warm
sweater/jacket, and the following "essentials":
EXTRA food/clothing/water
flashlight & extra battery
lighter/matches in waterproof container
solar blanket and/or ground insulation in winter
Insect repellent
first aid materials
sunglasses
pocket knife
toilet paper
candle
sunscreen
whistle
small shovel
Snowshoe Trip Ratings
The difficulty of a snowshoe trip is dependent upon a
number of variables: principally length, elevation gain,
snow conditions, and the number of people able and
willing to break trail.
 EASY - Generally not over 5 round-trip miles with up
to 500 feet of elevation gain.
 MEDIUM - Generally over 5 round-trip miles up to 8
with over 500 feet of elevation gain up to 1000.
 HARD - Generally over 8 round-trip miles with over
1000 feet of elevation gain.
Membership and Bulletins
The best way for prospective members to request club
information and guest bulletins is to complete the online
"MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION REQUEST FORM", available
on our website www.chemeketans.org under "Membership" or
"Contact Us". You may mail requests to Chemeketans,
Membership Secretary, PO Box 864, Salem OR 97308 or
email chememb@chemeketans.org and use an unambiguous
subject line and include a snail mail address and phone
number. If you mail in names of prospective members on signup sheets, instead of directing people to the website, it is very
helpful to include email addresses.
Trip Meeting Points
IKE =
RAS =
CCC =
RLC =
SKM =
RPR =
PAR =
FMN =
SAF =
MBI =
Ike Box, 299 Cottage St. NE- SW corner of
Cottage and Chemeketa
Rite Aid South, south Commercial, behind bus
stop
WEEKENDS ONLY – Green Parking Lot (lot off
Cooley Dr off Lancaster Side)
Redeemer Lutheran Church at 4665 Lancaster Dr
(corner of Hayesville Dr – but never on Sunday)
Big K Lot, 2470 Mission St., Mission St. side, just
west of Jack-in-the-Box
Roth’s Portland Road, 4746 Portland Road NE
(park in northwest corner on Portland Road)
State Motor Pool Park and Ride lot on Airport
Road
Fred Meyer North west side of lot (River Road
side)
Safeway West Salem, use Capital Manor exit from
22. Park on Edgewater -- southwest corner
Minto Brown Island Park (1st parking lot on right
as you enter island)
New and Renewing Member Dues: Adults $20 and Juniors
(under age 18) $3. Annual subscription to print bulletin $20.
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The membership year starts January 1 .
Bulletin Editors:
Joanne DeMay 971-237-9775 joannedemay08@gmail.com
Bill Geibel 503-873-0270 banjobill1@gmail.com
Mike Berger 503-400-7645 ayenova@comcast.net
Cover Editor: Allan King kingalla@gmail.com
Mileage Reimbursement for Drivers
To reimburse drivers for vehicle operation costs, the suggested
donation is 9¢ per mile per person to drivers.
This issue was edited by Bill Geibel
The March issue will be edited by Joanne DeMay
The April issue will be edited by Mike Berger
Guests (non-members)
A guest under 18 years of age must provide a signed Release
From Liability And Assumption Of Risk to the trip leader if
he/she is not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
To submit an Activity or We Were There report, use the
online forms at www.chemeketans.org. Look under "Who We
Are." If you do not have internet access, ask a friend or the
hiking coordinator to do this for you. You may also call, email,
or send your write-ups directly to the editors at their home
addresses.
Coordinators for:
February Hiking: John Huff, 503-507-7348
jhlg9@msn.com
Midweek Hikes: : Elizabeth Seibert, 503-315-8785
jseibert@willamette.edu
Dawdler Hikes: Carol Soderberg, 503-363-8435
carol.soderberg@gmail.com
February 2016
The Chemeketan Trip Leader Guide is available at
http://www.chemeketans.org/Leader_Guide.pdf.
Thunderbird Lodge: To reserve the Chemeketan cabin on
Whitewater Rd., call or email Kim Hyatt: pkhyatt@msn.com,
503-362-2765
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FEBRUARY 2016 CALENDAR
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Koffee Klatch at the Beanery
Audubon Nature Reserve Restoration
Center 50+ for Lunch
First Aid Class
Burke's Balcony Snowshoe
Mulkey Creek Hike
Mt. Pisgah Hike
Fishermens Bend Dawdler
Koffee Klatch at the Beanery
Audubon Reserve Restoration
Center 50+ for Lunch
Second Thursday Pizza - Padington's South
Picture Night
Potato Hill to Little Nash Sno-Park XSki
Luckiamute River Trail Hike
Santiam Canyon Snowshoe
Urban Walk: Oregon State Hospital, Greer Park
Koffee Klatch at the Beanery
Milwaukie and MAX Dawdler
Audubon Reserve Restoration
State Forestry Museum Dawdler
Center 50+ for Lunch
Santiam Canyon Snowshoe
Silver Creek Falls Hike
Oak Creek to Fitton Green Hike
Koffee Klatch at the Beanery
Audubon Reserve Restoration
Center 50+ for Lunch
Santiam Canyon Snowshoe
Vineyard Mountain Loop Hike
Spencer Butte Hike
Koffee Klatch at the Beanery
Bill Anning
Lee Slattum
Lee Slattum
Mike Niemeyer
Tom Burke
Matt Rieke
John Huff
Paula Hyatt
Bill Anning
Lee Slattum
Lee Slattum
Nancy Rockwell
Marcia Hoak
Roz Shirack
Susan LaTour
Jean Gabriel
Elizabeth Seibert
Bill Anning
Carol Soderberg
Lee Slattum
Paula Hyatt
Lee Slattum
James Sealy
Debra Dawes
Bill Wylie
Bill Anning
Lee Slattum
Lee Slattum
Mona Knapp
Sylvia Dawson/David Jackson
Jim Rastorfer
Bill Anning
FUTURE EVENTS
Wed
Wed
Sat-Sun
Sun-Sat
Sat-Sun
April 20
April 27
April 30-May1
May 29-June 4
July 30-Aug 13
Climb School Classroom Session #1
Climb School Classroom Session #2
Climb School Field Sessions
Canyon de Chelly, Northeast Arizona
85th Annual Chemeketan Outing
Theresa Conley
Theresa Conley
Theresa Conley
Hardin King
Ken Ash
2016 CHEMEKETAN EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
President
Vice-President
Recording Secretary
Membership Co-Chairs
Treasurer
Councilor
Councilor
Councilor
February 2016
Mike Pennington
Susan LaTour
Fletcher Moulton-Adelman
Michael Gurley
Mary Liepins
Mark Olson
Ted Gaty
Ralph Hall
Steve Dougherty
mchuckp@gmail.com
susanlatour@gmail.com
dfgt67@gmail.com
michael.gurley67@gmail.com
mliepins@willamette.edu
mark.olson06@gmail.com
tgaty@msn.com
rsthall@juno.com
steve2756@gmail.com
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513-284-7566
503-362-3375
503-315-7108
609-410-3764
503-363-6385
503-559-0728
503-585-3380
503-763-8976
503-566-8899
www.chemeketans.org
ANNOUNCEMENTS
February Council Meeting will be Wednesday, February 3 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ike Box, 299
Cottage St. NE , SW corner of Cottage and Chemeketa
You Can Find Information On....
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Chemeketan Bulletins from June 2010 to present on the Chemeketan website.
Chemeketan Council Meeting Minutes at our website under Who We Are>Club Business>Council Minutes.
Annual Meeting Minutes on the website and in the March bulletin .
Backpack Schedule on the website and in the March bulletin.
Climbing Program and Schedule on the website
Annual Outing Registration and Information on the website.
DUE DATES!! Please submit your bulletin articles by the
FIRST of the preceding month. You snooze, you looze.
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DISCOUNT VENDORS The stores listed below will honor
Class Participants in session 15%, 30% on rentals. No
discounts on service work or sale items.
Next Adventure, 426 SE Grand, Portland, 503-233-0706 10% discount.
US Outdoor Store, 219 SW Broadway, Portland, 503223-5937 - 10% discount.
Peak Sports, 207 NW 2nd, Corvallis, 541-754-6444 - 10%
discount.
Redpoint Climber’s Supply, 800-923-6207, 8283 11th
St. Terrebonne -10% discount.
Salem Sports Authority - Lancaster Mall, Salem. 15%
off entire purchase on first Monday of each month at
outdoors register. .
BULLETIN ADS
your Chemeketan membership sticker with a discount:
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Salem Summit Co., 246 State St., Salem, 503-990-7304
– 10% discount.
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Oregon Mountain Community, 2975 NE Sandy Blvd,
Portland, 503-227-1038 - 10% discount.
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The Mountain Shop, 1510 NE 37th, Portland, 503-2886768 - Discounts: Members 10%, Climb Leaders 15%,
A Chemeketan member may place one small non-commercial
ad per year - for example, offering outdoor equipment for sale
– in the Chemeketan bulletin, free of charge. These classified
ads are subject to space availability. There will be no display
ads placed on the back cover. Ads must be sent via email
directly to the editors and must be received by the first of the
month preceding the month in which they are to be published.
WHERE AND WHEN
Refer to the General Information on Page 2 for trip ratings,
meeting locations and other important information. Trips leave
promptly at the time stated so be there a few minutes ahead of
time. RT = Round Trip. The use of an asterisk* on Climb
related activities indicates that the activity is available to first
year climbers.
mowing grass, and building raised growing beds from salvaged
logs. At 11:00, we quit and head to McDonald's on Wallace
Road to drink coffee and have a good visit. Into our fifth year,
we have accomplished much with our collaborative effort.
Thursday, February 4, CENTER 50+ LUNCH
LEE SLATTUM 503-364-9325
Into our seventh year, our Chemeketan and guest lunches
continue at the City of Salem's newest Senior Center, the
Center 50+, at 2615 Portland Road NE. Lunch is served
between 11:30 and 1:00. The cost is $5.00 if you are 50 or
better; $6.50 if you are younger. Drop in for some good food,
conversation, and a chance to do some networking.
Monday, February 1, 10:00 a.m. KOFFEE KLATCH AT THE
BEANERY, BILL ANNING
Come join the fun every Monday to help solve the
world's problems.
Wednesday, February 3, AUDUBON NATURE RESERVE
RESTORATION, LEE SLATTUM 503-364-9325
Like many of you, I am both a Chemeketan and a Salem
Audubon member. I have volunteered to lead a restoration
program at the Audubon Nature Reserve, located in West
Salem on Eola Drive, behind Safeway on Edgewater. We work
every Wednesday morning from 9:00 to 11:00 on a variety of
projects: removing invasive plants and replacing them with
natives, picking up liter, constructing and maintaining trails,
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Friday, February 5, 6:00 p.m., FIRST AID CLASS
MIKE NIEMEYER 503-910-9726
Upon completion of this course, students receive an American
Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid Course Completion
Card that is valid for two years. (Note that this is not a
Wilderness First Aid Class and does not cover CPR. This is
First Aid Only.) Course will be at the Drakes Crossing Fire
Station at 19364 Powers Creek Loop RD NE Silverton, OR
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Friday, February 12, IKE BOX, 7:00 p.m., PICTURE NIGHT
MARCIA HOAK 503-363-1352
Travel to a part of the world most tourists don't visit Newfoundland and Labrador. Eight Oregonians led by Barry
Wulff explored the trails, geology, history and culture of these
Canadian provinces in June 2014. Neil Peterson & Sharon
Wright will show their photos of the amazing land of
Tuckamore, Moho, icebergs, a UNESCO Viking site, native
cultures, wonderful people, and more.
RATED: EASY.
97381. This is about 10 miles SE of downtown Silverton on
Hwy 214 towards Silver Creek Falls. Additional details at
www.mikessummits.blogspot.com. Fee is $25.
Saturday, February 6, BURKE'S BALCONY SNOWSHOE
PRE-REG W/LDR: TOM BURKE 503-930-5704
This snowshoe offers a potentially great reward for a moderate
effort. The first two miles are an easy, mostly on road grade.
The final 3/4 mile push is cross-country with most of the total
elevation gain. Good views of Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Washington,
Three Fingered Jack and other peaks. I will plan to
accommodate anyone who would like to go but choose not to
complete the steep push at the end. Moderate pace.
RATED: MEDIUM, Driving dist RT 150 miles, SNOWSHOE
dist 5.5 miles, Elev. 800 feet.
Saturday, February 13, POTATO HILL TO LITTLE NASH
SNO-PARK X-SKI
PRE-REG W/LDR: ROZ SHIRACK 503-399-8615
We will ski to the top of Potato Hill (about 900 feet of elevation
gain) for good views of Three Finger Jack, Three Sisters, and
other Cascade peaks. Then we will return via the Hash Brown
Loop and cut over to the trails on Little Nash Crater for a 1300
ft. descent to Little Nash Sno-Park. We may need to substitute
another trail if snow or weather conditions are not adequate.
We will need at least two cars for the short shuttle. Moderate
pace.
RATED: MEDIUM-HARD, Driving dist RT 160 miles, X-SKI dist
7 miles, Elev. 900 feet.
Saturday, February 6, SKM, 8:00 a.m., MULKEY CREEK
HIKE, MATT RIEKE 541-928-2767
Mulkey Creek is part of the Corvallis-To-Sea Trail, which when
completed will start near McDonald Forest, cross the north
flank of Marys Peak and end at the Beaver Creek Natural
Area, between Newport and Waldport. This segment goes from
near the Benton County Fairgrounds up Mulkey Creek and up
a ridge to Fitton Green. It is a mixture of various topographies
with good views of the valley and the Coast Range. Hope for
sun! Slow pace.
RATED: EASY-MEDIUM, Driving dist RT 80 miles, HIKE dist
9 miles, Elev. 700 feet
Saturday, February 13, 8:30 a.m., LUCKIAMUTE RIVER
TRAIL HIKE
PRE-REG W/LDR: SUSAN LATOUR 503-362-3375
This fairly recently developed trail begins at the Luckiamute
River Landing and heads through woods and open fields past
ponds and sloughs to a campsite on the Willamette River. The
trail may be wet, muddy and slick, so wear appropriate
footwear. Bring a snack. A lunch stop in Independence could
be arranged. If the rivers are high, the leader may opt for a
different hike. Moderate pace.
RATED: EASY, Driving dist RT 40 miles, HIKE dist 4 miles,
Elev. 0 feet.
Sunday, February 7, MT. PISGAH HIKE
PRE-REG W/LDR: JOHN HUFF 503-507-7348
This is a great hiking area just south of Eugene. We will hike
up through the arboretum and choose from a myriad of trails to
the summit. There are nice views of Diamond Peak and the
southern Willamette Valley. Some places on the trails can be
steep and muddy. Moderate pace.
RATED: MEDIUM, Driving dist RT 145 miles, HIKE dist
6 miles, Elev. 1300 feet.
Saturday, February 13, SANTIAM CANYON SNOWSHOE
PRE-REG W/LDR: JEAN GABRIEL 503-507-9835
The location of this snowshoe will depend on snow conditions
and road conditions. I have several possible trips in mind. I'm
aiming for a medium-hard level, but snow conditions will make
a difference on whether it seems easy or difficult. Pre-register
by phone or by e-mail at spunky2u@comcast.net. Moderate
pace.
RATED: MEDIUM-HARD, Driving dist RT 190 miles,
SNOWSHOE dist 7 miles, Elev. 1200 feet.
Monday, February 8, 9:00 a.m., FISHERMENS BEND
DAWDLER HIKE
PRE-REG W/LDR: PAULA HYATT 503-362-2765
Up the North Santiam Highway lies this BLM park with a good
trail along the river. This time of year the water is usually
rushing over the rocks making for great viewing. Bring lunch
and dress for the weather. Slow pace.
RATED: DAWDLERS, Driving dist RT 40 miles, HIKE dist
3 miles.
Monday, February 8, 10:00 a.m. KOFFEE KLATCH AT THE
BEANERY, BILL ANNING
Sunday, February 14, 9:30 a.m., URBAN WALK: OSH,
GREER PK HIKE
PRE-REG W/LDR: ELIZABETH SEIBERT 503-315-8785
We'll take a sweet Valentine's Day walk through the Oregon
State Hospital grounds to Greer Park and then to the Marion
County Master Gardner demonstration garden. Be ready for a
little mud but not much. Please pre-register tentative interest
by Saturday noon at jseibert@willamette.edu or by phone.
Moderate pace.
RATED: EASY, Driving dist RT 0 miles, HIKE dist 5 miles,
Elev. 50 feet.
Wednesday, February 10, AUDUBON NATURE RESERVE
RESTORATION
LEE SLATTUM 503-364-9325
See February 3 write-up.
Thursday, February 11, CENTER 50+ LUNCH
LEE SLATTUM 503-364-9325
See February 4 write-up.
Thursday, February 11, 6:00 p.m., SECOND THURSDAY
PIZZA, NANCY ROCKWELL 503-508-2941
Come for pizza and good company at Padington's Pizza
Parlor, 5255 Commercial St SE. See you there!
RATED: DAWDLERS, Elev. 0 feet.
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Monday, February 15, 10:00 a.m. KOFFEE KLATCH AT
THE BEANERY, BILL ANNING
Tuesday, February 16, 8:30 a.m., MILWAUKIE AND MAX
DAWDLER HIKE
PRE-REG W/LDR: CAROL SODERBERG 503-507-0867
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We’ll start in south Milwaukie and walk north along the Trolley
Trail. We’ll cross Kellogg Creek near the Willamette and
continue into Sellwood. When we reach the northernmost point
of our hike we’ll take the new MAX Orange Line south to near
our starting point. After the hike we’ll drive a short distance to
the restaurant at Bob’s Red Mill to have a late lunch. Since
we’re having a late lunch you may want to bring a snack. In
addition to a snack please bring water and money for lunch
and your MAX ticket (which will cost $2.50). Slow pace.
RATED: DAWDLERS, Driving dist RT 90 miles, HIKE dist
6.5 miles, Elev. 200 feet.
consists of trails and gravel access roads and we will return by
the newly established loop to the Mulkey Creek Trail. A stop at
the New Morning Bakery is planned.
Moderate pace.
RATED: MEDIUM, Driving dist RT 80 miles, HIKE dist
6.9 miles, Elev. 1170 feet.
Monday, February 22, 10:00 a.m. KOFFEE KLATCH AT
THE BEANERY, BILL ANNING
Wednesday, February 24, AUDUBON NATURE RESERVE
RESTORATION
LEE SLATTUM 503-364-9325
See February 3 write-up.
Wednesday, February 17, AUDUBON NATURE RESERVE
RESTORATION
LEE SLATTUM 503-364-9325
See February 3 write-up.
Thursday, February 25, CENTER 50+ LUNCH
LEE SLATTUM 503-364-9325
See February 4 write-up.
Thursday, February 18, CENTER 50+ LUNCH
LEE SLATTUM 503-364-9325
See February 4 write-up.
Saturday, February 27, 8:00 a.m., SANTIAM CANYON
SNOWSHOE
PRE-REG W/LDR: MONA KNAPP 503-473-3726
Snow conditions permitting, we will start at Scar Mountain
Road and head up to Olga's Outcropping. Our route is mostly a
gentle grade and includes a beautiful view of Mt. Jefferson,
framed by the snowy foothills. Moderate pace.
RATED: MEDIUM, Driving dist RT 150 miles, SNOWSHOE
dist 6 miles, Elev. 700 feet.
Thursday, February 18, 9:30 a.m., STATE FORESTRY
MUSEUM DAWDLER
PRE-REG W/LDR: PAULA HYATT 503-362-2765
We will have a walk in the area, then visit the museum and
learn more about what our state forestry department has done
in the past and is doing today. A volunteer will be on hand to
answer questions. Bring a snack, and if weather permits, we
will continue with a dawdler walk in the area. Slow pace.
RATED: DAWDLERS.
Saturday, February 27, 7:30 a.m., VINEYARD MOUNTAIN
LOOP HIKE
PRE-REG W/LDR: SYLVIA DAWSON & DAVID JACKSON
503-951-1293
Located in McDonald Forest, this is a great mountain loop hike
with terrific views from forest service roads. There is a gradual
elevation gain of 900 feet. The roads are pretty well kept but if
rains are recent, boots, raingear, and hiking poles are
recommended. Also bring a snack. If the group wishes, we will
drive to the New Morning Bakery in Corvallis for lunch.
Moderate pace. Moderate pace.
RATED: EASY, Driving dist RT 120 miles, HIKE dist 7.3 miles,
Elev. 900 feet.
Saturday, February 20, 8:00 a.m., SANTIAM CANYON
SNOWSHOE
PRE-REG W/LDR: JAMES SEALY 503-588-7339
We will decide on the exact location of this snowshoe right
before we go, depending on snow level and conditions. Expect
a good workout because the leader likes long snowshoes with
plenty of elevation gain. This also could be a cross county
route that the leader has not scouted and would be navigated
by GPS. Hopefully we will have clear conditions and get above
the trees to get a good view. Moderate pace.
RATED: HARD, Driving dist RT 180 miles, SNOWSHOE dist
8 miles, Elev. 1300 feet.
Sunday, February 28, 8:00 a.m., SPENCER BUTTE HIKE
PRE-REG W/LDR: JIM RASTORFER 503-390-4640
This hike is mostly through a Douglas fir forest at the southern
edge of Eugene. We will hike from the Martin St. trailhead to
the summit of Spencer Butte. On a clear day the view can
include the Cascade peaks as well as the southern Willamette
valley. The top of the butte is actually above the tree-line and
consists mainly of rock formations and grass. Come prepared
for muddy trails and unpredictable weather.
Moderate pace.
RATED: MEDIUM-HARD, Driving dist RT 130 miles, HIKE dist
7 miles, Elev. 1500 feet
Saturday, February 20, 9:00 a.m., SILVER FALLS HIKE
PRE-REG W/LDR: DEBRA DAWES 503-781-8309
Silver Falls in February should be glorious with a high volume
of water flowing, but be prepared for mud and/or icy conditions.
We will park at the North Falls lot, hike the Canyon Trail and
warm-up/lunch at the South Falls Lodge before returning on
the Rim Trail. Moderate pace.
RATED: MEDIUM, Driving dist RT 50 miles, HIKE dist 8 miles,
Elev. 600 feet.
Sunday, February 21, 8:00 a.m., OAK CREEK TO FITTON
GREEN HIKE
PRE-REG W/LDR: BILL WYLIE 503-378-0315
Fitton Green is a very scenic upland prairie west of Corvallis
which overlooks Kings Valley and the coast range. The route
Monday, February 29, 10:00 a.m. KOFFEE KLATCH AT
THE BEANERY, BILL ANNING.
FUTURE EVENTS
Wednesday, April 20, 2016 CLIMB SCHOOL CLASSROOM
SESSION #1, THERESA CONLEY 541-231-0453
The 2016 Chemeketan Climb School is a great introduction to
basic mountaineering and rock climbing skills. Students attend
two classroom sessions and a weekend field session.
February 2016
Chemeketan Climb School, or an equivalent, is required to
participate in club-sponsored climbs. The classroom sessions
will be held in downtown Salem on Wednesday April 20th and
27th from 5:30-9:00 p.m. The field sessions will be held the
weekend of April 30th - May 1st, where students will practice
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rock skills at Columbia Hills State Park and snow skills on the
base of Mt Hood. We'll be camping Saturday night at the state
park and eating a buffet dinner at Spooky's Pizza in The
Dalles. The costs for both the camping and the buffet are
included in your registration fee ($155 for members and $175
for non-members).
Base camp in beautiful Canyon de Chelly, hike 6-10 miles per
day, with elevation 1000'+/- daily. See cliff dwellings of
Anasazi and native rock art of Anasazi/Ute/Hopi/Navajo.
Become acquainted with four generations of a Navajo family
and share potluck with them. Be surrounded by the quiet
beauty of patina-covered red rock canyon walls, turquoise blue
sky with white clouds, green riparian areas. See dramatic
scattered high desert flora, and sleep with canyon walls
providing crystal clear views of starry dark night skies. Call or
email interest. hardinking@hotmail.com. Moderate pace.
RATED: MEDIUM-HARD, HIKE dist 35 miles, Elev. 1000 feet
daily.
Climb school students must be at least 16 years old by April
30th 2016 and any student under 18 years old must be
accompanied by a guardian who is a paid Climb School
participant. The guardian is expected to stay with and be
responsible for the younger participant throughout the
weekend field sessions. The number of climb school
participants is limited to 45. Please register online at
http://www.chemeketans.org/climb_school.asp where further
information is available. You may also contact Theresa Conley
at theresamongolia@hotmail.com.
Saturday-Saturday, July 30-August 13, 85th ANNUAL
CHEMEKETAN OUTING
KEN ASH 503-884-3160
The outing is a cooperative camping adventure featuring daily
hikes and has been a Chemeketan tradition since 1928.
Campsites and meals are provided for a minimal fee and a
few camp duties. The 2016 Outing will be in the Wallowa
Mountains of northeast Oregon from July 30 through August
13. Participants may attend either or both weeks. The camp
ground, on the Nez Perce Tribal Homeland site, has ample
space for tents and RVs. Good camping, hiking, food and
company are guaranteed. Good weather is expected.
Wednesday, April 27, CLIMB SCHOOL CLASSROOM
SESSION #2* CLIMB
THERESA CONLEY 541-231-0453
See April 20 write-up.
Saturday-Sunday, April 30-May 1, CLIMB SCHOOL FIELD
SESSION*, THERESA CONLEY 541-231-0453
See April 20 write-up.
Registration opens March 1 for members and their guests and
April 1 for all others. Application forms may be downloaded
from the club website.
Sunday-Saturday, May 29-June 4, CANYON DE CHELLY NE ARIZONA
PRE-REG W/LDR: HARDIN KING 503-845-9340
WE WERE THERE
Fairmount Christmas Displays and Park Trails Dawdler,
December 15
Cold pleasant day, but the hoped-for displays were a
disappointment. Some colored lights on roof eaves, a few
bushes with colored balls hanging from the branches. I would
guess people were not wanting to put out figurines or whatever
on the lawns because they did not want them damaged by the
rain. In previous years this has been a delightful hike. The
Fairmount Park trails were in great shape, and the hikers, led
by Paula Hyatt, were Robert Roner, Annie Landolt and Patty
Schaffer.
homes and made sure to drop off donations for the local food
drive. A stop for snacks afterward topped off the evening.
Guests: Steve Sorensen and Jim Rawls. Members: Zsa
Dubois, Marcia Hoak, Ken Ash, Bill Anning, Joanne DeMay,
Blanka Truneckova, Marilyn Glenn, Tracy Glenn, Bill Geibel,
Robert Roner, Victoria Wilbanks and leader Linda Willnow.
Silver Falls Hike and Solstice Potluck, December 20
Another Solstice celebrated with Chemeketan joy and
enthusiasm. Who is afraid of a 100% chance of rain?? Not us!
Dressed nicely for the weather and enjoying the massive water
over the falls, the cozy charm of the Lodge and a dry finish to
the hike were hikers Nancy Rockwell, Rick Cooper, Mary
Liepins, Neil Peterson, Joanne Fitzgerald, Randy Selig,
Vivienne Torgeson, and first-timers Stephanie Smith and
Charlotte Muellen. Joining us for the final mile was Ken Ash.
Potluckers were Zsa Dubois, Bill and Penny Wylie, Sharon
Wright, Phyllis Benatti, and Nick Liepins. We dang near dirtied
every glass, bowl, plate and cup in the house. A good time, for
sure. Mary Coleman, leader.
Audubon Nature Reserve, December 16
Along with trail maintenance and litter patrol on Highway 22,
the restoration project at Audubon Nature Reserve is a chance
for Chemeketans to volunteer. Led by Lee Slattum, the
restoration began six years ago, and volunteers meet every
Wednesday at the Reserve in West Salem and perform a
variety of tasks. Constructing and maintaining trails, replacing
invasive species with natives, picking up litter and building
raised growing beds from salvaged logs are some of the
tasks.
Roads End and the Thumb , December 26
Twelve of us decided to take advantage of a day without rain
and headed to the coast. Our goal was the Thumb, a steep
climb up grass covered volcanic rock to a great view of the
surrounding area. Those who made it to the top held on to their
belongings, because the wind was strong. We all ended up
with muddy boots, because of all the rain. Enjoying the day
were front leader Bobbie Snead, guests David Kelln and Vicki
Kimpton, members Deanna and Tom Davis, Janet Locnikar,
Rosamund Irwin, Bev Hassell, Lynette Olesen, Mary Elliott,
new member Anne Mandolt and rear leader Betsy Belshaw.
In photos below on page 8. A large white oak fell in a
November storm and posed a hazard. Volunteers broke it
down with a chain saw, hand saws and clippers. Salvaged
wood will be used for lining trails, erosion control, and raised
gardens. Smaller pieces will be donated to low income families
for firewood.
Keizer Lights Walk, December 19
After two weeks of constant rain, 14 hikers were happy to
endure a slight drizzle during the walk around the Keizer
Christmas lights. We viewed many beautifully decorated
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Audubon Nature Reserve
Tree Maintenance See December 16 We Were There.
Photos: Allan King
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Photos From 2016 Annual Meeting and "Farewell to the Chemekeden" Party
Photos: Allan King
Photo presentation posters from the old days. Dates unknown.
"Farewell to the Den" cake
Robert Roner receives gift of appreciation for his many years of
club service as the Chemekeden Chair.
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