Sat.March 20th.. New ! See 3 waterfalls of the Tualatin River on this 6 mile walk to Haines Falls. Call Lynn 503-668-8950. Picture of Guides Picture of Guides

Sat.March 27th.. New ! Hike the Lower Salmon River. Easy, scenic trail through old-growth forest. 5.2 miles. 100ft. elevation gain. Cool & shady on a hot day.
Call Trudy 503-648-9267 or Jacque 503-668-1081. Picture of Guides Picture of Guides

Sat.April 3rd.. New ! Polk County Loop: Hike the trails of Ankeny Wildlife Refuge, then cross the Willamette Ferry to see the Wings of Wonder Butterfly exhibit, walk the paths of Helmick State Park, drive out to thundering Falls City Falls, then see the Japanese Gardens of Dallas City Park. Stay & visit the antique stores. About 5 miles hiking.
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Sat.April 10th.. New ! See the desert in bloom along the Klickitat Rail Line. Easy, level hiking, crossing old trestles along Swale Creek. Dogs on leash only. Bundle up against the wind. Watch for snakes & ticks; sturdy boots required. 5 miles round trip.
Call Seth at 503-522-7205.

Sat.April 24th.. Double Feature ! Hike beautiful RAMONA FALLS. One of the most popular trails in the Mt. Hood forest with a refreshing falls falling over a rocky hillside. Bring a camera for Mt. Hood views. 7.1 miles total moderate hike. Call Trudy 503-648-9267 or Jacque 503-668-1081. Picture of Guides Picture of Guides

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Sat.April 24th.. Double Feature ! Ride the Deschutes River Road. Easy riding on hard-packed gravel along this flower-lined river. 20-25 miles with one big hill.
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Sat.May 1st.. New ! twist on an old favorite: Photo trip up Eagle Creek. See the sites we often miss along the way: Hike down to the brink of Punchbowl Falls; take a side trip to double-drop Skoonichuck Falls; then make a short scramble up to 100ft. Wyeast Falls hidden in a grotto. Easy 8 miles total. Exposure. Dogs on leash only.
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Sat.May 8th.. New ! Hike to the top of Dog Mt. Conquer a very popular mountain. Difficult climb to extensive views up & down the Gorge. Spectacular flower display. Be sure to bring plenty of water for your dogs. 7 mile loop.
Call Jim or Polly 503-644-2344. Picture of Guides

Sat.May 15th.. New ! An easy 3.4 mile hike circling Lost Lake for beautiful views of Mt. Hood across the lake. The more ambitious can climb to the summit of Lost Lake Butte for far-ranging views. 3.8 miles to summit & back; 1300ft. gain.
Call Trudy 503-648-9267 or Jacque 503-668-1081. Picture of Guides Picture of Guides

Sun.May 16th.. New !Sunday Parkways: Afternoon riding in town with no traffic. The city blocks off the traffic for safe riding on the streets of Portland choosing the more scenic areas. We could meet after church for these. The routes will be posted.
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Sat.May 22nd.. New ! Coastal Bird Hike to Clatsop Spit. Come see the breeding shore birds and sea ducks. Moderate hiking in the sand. 4.5 miles.
Call Seth 503-522-7205.

Sat.May 29th.. New ! See the flower display on SADDLE MT. Hard, but worth it. Great views. Get a good workout hiking to the top for views of the coast. 5.2 miles, 1600ft. gain. Exposure. Dogs on leash.
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Sat.June 5th.. ..Return to SHELLBERG FALLS....we want to catch these falls early in the season for the most water. Very scenic. One mile into falls..... perhaps a 'geo-cache' on the way??
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Sat.June 12th..Double Feature!!

New! Ride over the recently-opened, mile-long trestle on the Banks-Vernonia Rail Line. Continue on a new trail into Banks, then ride north over some rolling hills through the forest. 21 miles of easy, paved trails with shuttle. Call Dave or Jim 503-644-2344.

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OR Sat.Sun.June 12th-13th.. - SATURDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY SPECIAL: Time to camp... wayyyyyyyy out there!!! REMOTE CAMPING....use your car. Hike around Joyce Lake and up No-Horn Butte.....sleep with sweeping view of the "Bull of the Woods" area and Mt. Jefferson. Yes, you are welcome to join us Saturday a.m. Bring COFFEE. Call Karen for reservation and information at 503-919-9027.
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Sat.June 19th..Double Feature... Hike Tillamook Spit. About 8.1 miles total. Beautiful views of Tillamook Bay, Coast range mountains, Barview Jetty, and a long, wide Sandy Beach! Moderate hiking in the sand. Call Jim or Polly 503-644-2344.
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HERE WE GO!!!!!!!!!!!!! 3rd SATURDAY OF JUNE, JULY, AUGUST.....EASY TO DIFFICULT BIKE RIDES.....FAMILY RIDE of under TWO MILES along the Molalla River Corridor, SEE SHOTGUN FALLS, safety vehicles and helpers!!!! Bike club riding along!!! ADVANCED RIDE.....oh wow, ya gotta be good!!!!! Family rides from 2 to 8 miles along the CORRIDOR. Call Karen for information 503-919-9027 and reservation for the advanced ride.
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Sat.June 26th..Double Feature.. New Route up an old favorite. Pass under a Natural Arch on your way up Silver Star Mt. to see a variety of wildflowers in bloom. 7 miles total. Dogs on leash. Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950.

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Beautiful area.....HENLINE FALLS...the guides 'favorite'... Also, time to walk around Salmon Falls, Three Pools and photo Sullivan Falls. Call Karen 503-919-9027. Picture of Guide

Sunday.June 27th..Parkways..

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Sat.July 3rd..New.. Come see the 40’ falls reflected in June Lake on the flanks of Mt. St. Helens, then on up to Chocolate Falls. Find out why it’s called Chocolate Falls. 5.5 miles round trip. 1000’ gain. Rough going over the lava bed. Call Seth at 503-522-7205.

Sat.July 10th..New!!

..New! Benton County Loop: 3 Waterfalls, 3 Covered Bridges including Alsea Falls. 5 mile hike. Hike to the flower-covered summit of Mary’s Peak, highest in the Coast Range. Alsea at the falls. Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950.

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Sat.July 17th..New..

– Hike the beach at Tillamook Head. Pass view of lighthouse and explore old military bunkers. 2 miles moderately steep uphill, then "coast" down to Ecola Point. 6.3 miles one way with car shuttle. See if “Terrible Tilly” is out. Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950.

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24th-26th – New!.. See the wildflower meadows of Iron Mt. Drive through a Covered Bridge, then camp on the way to Cone Peak. Leave camping gear in your trunk and hike a 6.6 m. loop through a wildflower meadow and 360o views. Bring camera and extra layers for possible windy summit. Camp the night, then stop to see several waterfalls on the way home Saturday. NW Forest Pass required. We’ll try to make it easy with a car shuttle. Optional short, easy hike for the car campers & dogs. Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950. Picture of Guides Picture of Guides

Sat.July 31st..New..

– New! Ride Corvallis paved trails and rose gardens, see the steam train. 23 miles. Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950.

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Aug 2nd-8th..New! – New! Enjoy the beauty from Green Lakes wedged between South Sister and Broken Top near Bend. Moderate hiking through lava fields past several waterfalls and Lakes. Great views. 5 days on the trail or dayhike option.
Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950.
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Sat.Aug 14th..New Cool Summer fun! Bring Crocs or sandals to explore up Moffett Creek to a 120’, double-drop waterfall. If we have time and the weather is hot, we’ll then hike/swim up Oneonta Gorge to a hidden 60’ Falls. 4 miles.
Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950.

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Sat.Aug 28th.. – Back to the Coast. Let’s explore Cascade Head to Harts Cove’s Waterfall. 5.4 m. total with a moderate climb back. Then maybe Moe’s for chowder in Lincoln City? Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950.

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Sat.Sep 4th.. – See the stunning waterfalls and wildflower gardens high on Mt. Adams at Bird Creek Meadows. About 10 miles in 2 days. $5 parking fee required. 4x4 or high ground clearance recommended. Car camping option. Mixed difficulty. Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950.

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Sat.11th..New!!

Take the loop up the alpine trail to Silcox hut. Reach as high as the top of “The Mile” lift. Then turn around for some breath-taking views of Timothy Lake and Mt. Jefferson. 3 mile loop, 1100’ elevation gain. (yikes!) Don’t let the mileage fool you; we’ll be climbing a steep hill with no water available. Small dogs not recommended. Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950.

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Sat.Sep 18th.. – Another short, but steep hike UP Sleeping Beauty with close views of Mt. Adams. 3 miles total. Exposure. You’ll want binoculars for this one. Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950.

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Sat.Sep 25th.. - Fort Stevens Ride. Your choice of mileage. Visit the museum and gun batteries. Learn some history. Then extend the ride out to Clatsop Spit. Mixed road, paved & gravel bike path. 10 to 20 miles mostly level. Call Dave or Lynn 503-668-8950.

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Sunday Sep 26th..Parkways

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