FRIENDS OF THE COLUMBIA GORGE

Setting the Vision for Gorge Future Public, Governors, Senators, Voice Support for Funding Gorge Protection at Gorge Forum

On April21, Congressman Earl Blumenauer sponsored the Gorge Forum, hosted by McMenamins Edgefield. A standing­ room-only crowd heard panels discuss issues and opportunities for economic development and recreation in the Gorge. Representatives from the offices of Governor Kitzhaber, Governor Locke, Senator Ron Wyden, and Senator Patty Murray spoke in support of funding Gorge protection through the Columbia Gorge Commission. Repre­ sentative Marc Boldt from , who has led the attack on the Gorge protection budget, spoke briefly. Representatives Val Ogden from Washington and Chris Beck from spoke in support of full funding for Gorge protection. More than 20 people testified during public comment. The overwhelming majority of people supported Gorge protection, and several people raised "Those who seek to slash funding for concerns that the Act is not strong the Gorge Commission and reduce its enough. Two representatives of effectiveness have severely misjudged Skamania continued on page 5 the mood of the public. The passion This 1994 photo (left) shows urban growth in and commitment to prated and Troutdale, Oregon, outside the western enhance the Gorge was clearly evident boundary of the National Scenic Area, and rural-scale development and farmlands within at the April 21 forum. I intend to build the Scenic Area east of the Sandy River. on that support and enthusiasm in the Cutting Gorge protection in this time of explosive population growth and develop­ months ahead." Congressman Earl Blumenauer ment will put the Gorge at great risk.

17th Annual Gorge Hiking Weekend Friends Wins Subdivision Appeal, page 4 Executive Director's Letter (

tis springtime, and the wildflowers are blooming in the Columbia Gorge. They are especially plentiful and spectacular on the public lands that have been acquired through the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Act.

Friends Spring Wildflower hikes bring people out into the Gorge to experience the wealth of nature in this most special place. Friends guided hikes are free of charge to the public, and are usually held at peak wildflower blooming times. In April- on a beautiful sunny day walking through a blooming wildflower meadow in eastern Washington- one of our hikers said, "it doesn't get any better than this - this is heaven on earth."

Without the Gorge Act's public lands program, many people would never experience some of the most spectacular places in the Gorge. Why is this important? The Gorge is part of a region where up to 1 million new residents are expected over the next 25 to 40 years. Great changes are coming. Urban growth boundaries will be moved. Farm and forest land will be converted to residential and commer­ cial development. Open spaces will be developed. Existing parks will become overused and stressed.

The Gorge Act's public lands program provides the open space and outdoor experiences that Gorge residents and visitors both enjoy. The public lands program is also the closest thing to permanent protection for the homes of rare and endangered plants and animals - some of which are found nowhere else in the world. Finally, parks and recreation are an important part of the quality of life that ( has attracted new business to the region.

Across the Gorge, citizens are working to bring their communities' recreation visions into reality. Wasco County resi­ dents envision a new riverfront trail to provide greater river access to the public. In Washington, citizens from Clark and Skamania counties are enthusiastic about an idea for a new park and trail system to link up many of the public lands in the Scenic Area. Friends and other groups are supporting proposals for new hiking trails in the Rowena-Memaloose area near Tom McCall Preserve (see page 7). New bicycling paths linking Cascade Locks to Eagle Creek are taking shape. Friends is working with the U.S. Forest Service and REI to recruit volunteers to develop the Catherine Creek trail in Washington, which will be accessible by hikers and people using wheelchairs (see page 3).

These are just a few of the ideas that will add to the quality of life in the Columbia Gorge. But to accomplish these projects, and to hold on to the public lands and parks we already have, will not be easy. Shrinking federal and state budgets, and competition for scarce dollars, have put parks and public lands at risk. People who care about the natural and cultural resources in the Gorge, and the opportunities to enhance its world-class recreation, need to get involved in making sure there is a future for Gorge parks and public lands.

Ct'~!MMA (J,,~ Lauri Aunan Executive Director Gorge Watch Citizen Involvement Update

Gorge Watch Conference '97 has opportunities for volunteers to n Saturday, April 12, more attend outdoor events this summer Othan 40 people came to the and to show our upcoming new slide Columbia Gorge Community show at meetings and events. Join us College for Gorge Watch '97: to see how you can get involved! Citizen Participation Conference. What: Volunteer /Speakers Bureau Workshops included Effective Workshop Lobbying Techniques, Finding Where: Water Resources Center Common Ground and Media 4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver, Strategy. Hank Patton and Su.e Hall Washington of Strategic Environmental Associ­ When: Saturday, May 31, 9:00 am- ates, Karey Shawe of Rahane Forest 12 noon Products and Greg Pennyroyal of For more information, contact Trout Lake Farm presented a panel Kristin at 503-241-3762 or on sustainable rural communities. [email protected]. Volunteers are "Each year, this conference vital to our mission! • draws new folks who want to have an impact on the future of their Thanks to Our community," said Friends Outreach Great Volunteers! Friends member Mark Rees spoke about Director Kristin Reese. "Giving rendan Eiswerth's work in the importance of Gorge protection at the people the tools to work proactively coordinating projects and partici­ 7oth anniversary Gorge Day Jam in 1996. B Learn about how you can add your voice for change and providing interest­ pants for Gorge Appreciation Week for Gorge protection at our Volunteer! ing perspectives on relevant issues is greatly appreciated! Thanks to Speakers Bureau Workshop on May 31 . is what Gorge Watch is all about!" Carmen Johnson for helping coordi­ Photo by Lauri Aunan The Gorge Watch Network is a nate the Cascade Locks Earth Day group of conservation/ environmen­ Clean Up. Thanks to Loretta Johnston more than 100 volunteers to build tal organizations and citizens for all her help. Thanks to Cindy a barrier-free trail at Catherine interested in long term resource Humphreys for helping with registra­ Creek, Washington. The trail will protection and quality of life issues tion at Gorge Watch '97 and the "One be south of County Rd 1230 and in the Columbia Gorge region. If Family, One Home" Interfaith Earth will provide access for people of you would like to be part of the Day Celebration. Jackie Fern has our all abilities to one of the most Gorge Watch Network, contact gratitude for tabling at "One Family, spectacular wildflower areas in the Kristin Reese at [email protected] One Home" and raising awareness eastern Gorge. The work party is or 503-241-3762. about the from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Volun­ Thanks toW. Alton Jones Forum. Ken Denis and Pat Sims also teers must register in advance and Foundation, Dr. John Reynolds and helped raise awareness about the may call or sign up at Portland many others who contributed to Forum. Many thanks to Marilyn REI, Jantzen Beach, (503) 283-1300, Gorge Watch '97. Special thanks to Holsinger for producing our hiking or Tualatin REI, (503) 624-8600. Dr. Bill Bell and his lovely wife weekend brochure and to Richard Ask for Marti Ebbert. • Rosalee for hosting the Gorge Getgen, Ray Hayden, Roger and Watch reception. It was a wonderful Helene Farmen for hiking help! • Gorge Appreciation Week event that could not have happened May 17-23 without their gracious hospitality. • REI, Friends and the Forest ast year more than 200 volun­ Service - To~ether for L teers helped clean up flood Friends Speakers National Tratls Day damage and restore native vegeta­ Bureau is Starting Up aturday, June 7 is National tion during the first ever Gorge f you are interested in being a STrails Day. To celebrate our great Appreciation Week. With the I voice for the Columbia Gorge, outdoors, you can help build a new generous support of Portland we have a speakers bureau/ trail in the Columbia Gorge. Friends, General Electric, Friends' second volunteer training for you! Friends REI and the USDA Forest are seeking continued on page 4 Friends, Gorge Residents Win Underwood Subdivision Appeal

n a public hearing on April 17, the Skamania County ----- I Board of Adjustment reversed an earlier county approval for development of a 42-lot subdivision platted in 1912. Friends of the Columbia Gorge had challenged the approval as illegal under state law and the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Act. In a 2-1 vote, the Board of Adjustment agreed that the ancient subdivision was invalid and could not be developed at the proposed urban density. Under Washington state law, old subdivisions are invalid unless they are already developed. State law also prohibits the sale of lots Lang. "Unfortunately, there is a Friends was represented by from old, expired subdivisions. pending application to develop Gary Kahn of Reeves, Kahn & "Approval of this ancient old subdivision lots across from Eder and David Mann of Bricklin subdivision would have led the in Prindle. This & Gendler, and assisted by Land way to urban density develop­ threat to the Gorge may not be Use Intern Andrea Tonn. • ment in the rural community of over yet." Underwood," said Michael Lang, conservation director for Friends of the Columbia Gorge. "We are elated that the Board voted to Gorge Appreciation Week protect the rural character of continued from page 3 Underwood and the quality of life of its residents. This should end annual Gorge Appreciation Week your e-mail address will enable us efforts to resurrect and develop will increase public involvement to keep you better informed as to old subdivisions in the Gorge." in Gorge stewardship. Projects what is happening in the Gorge. The owner of the 16-acre throughout the Gorge include In times like these, the sooner you parcel, Paul Tate, is not precluded planting native vegetation and know of the problems that arise, from further developing his trail work in damaged areas. the better able you will be to help property. Current zoning under Gorge-lovers of all ages are us do something about them. By the National Scenic Area allows invited to volunteer! the same token, the sooner you development at a rural density of For a list of projects, call know of the good things that are one house per five acres. Kristin or Brendan at 503-241-3762 happening the easier it will be to The hearing was attended by or E-mail [email protected]. You participate. more than one dozen can also find our projects on Send your E-mail address to Underwood residents, who Friends website, Friends Outreach Director Kristin raised concerns about the www.europa.com/ -kbsadler I Reese at [email protected]. subdivision's impact on the rural Columbia Gorge/ You can also send your E-mail quality of life and the local html • address to Ken Sadler at infrastructure, which is strug­ [email protected]. I am gling with inadequate drinking We Need Your maintaining Friends website and water supplies. E-mail Address am always looking for new Gorge "We hope this is the last by Ken Sadler enthusiasts to exchange proposal we'll see to urbanize the or those of you who are information and learn more about rural Columbia Gorge," said Fconnected to the Internet, what is happening in the Gorge. • -Setting the Vision for Gorge Future

continued from front cover WHAT YOU CAN DO: County testified in favor of Call or fax the Governors, cutting the Gorge Commission thank them for their support, and budget and giving the urge their continued commitment Commission's funding to the to Gorge Commission funding. counties. Gov. Kitzhaber: The Forum was held in an (503) 378-4582 atmosphere of great concern about Fax: (503) 378-8970 the future management of the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Gov. Locke: Area. In a major attack on Colum­ (360) 753-6780 bia Gorge protection, the Washing­ Louie Pitt Jr., Confederated Tribes of the Fax: (360) 753-4110 ton and Oregon state legislatures Warm Springs Reservation, spoke passionately about the important Call your state Representative have slashed funding for the cultural and natural heritage of the and Senator today! For more Columbia River Gorge Commission Columbia Gorge, and warned against information, contact Kristin Reese by 72 percent. placing economic interests above the at (503) 241-3762 or e-mail irreplaceable resources of the Gorge. "Opponents of Gorge protection [email protected]. tried to get Congress to repeal or photo by Ken Denis support the economy by encourag­ "Eliminating the commission, ing growth to occur in existing while attractive to those who urban ,areas. The Gorge Commission pro­ oppose land-use restrictions in Join Friends of vides long-term, regional planning the gorge, will actually create for the entire Columbia Gorge the Columbia Gorge more problems than the National Scenic Area. Although Legislatures have anticipated ... I Friends is concerned that the o $35 Family hope legislators will change Gorge Commission has not fully o $25 Individual lived up to its responsibilities to 0 $15 Student/Senior course and fully fund the enforce violations of the law and 0 Other: $____ _ commission. Too much has been monitor and evaluate whether done, and too much is left to be Gorge resources are being pro­ Name: done, to abandon the ship now." 111 tected, Friends strongly supports full funding for the Commission. Phone: Senator Mark Hatfield, The "Individual counties simply E-Mail: Oregonian, April21, 1997. cannot provide regional planning Address: and protection for the entire 85 weaken the Act, and failed. They miles of the National Scenic Area City: on both sides of the Columbia tried to kill the Gorge Act through State: Zip: lawsuits, and failed. Now River," said Aunan. "With up to opponents may succeed in gutting one million new residents moving YES, I want to volunteer for the Gorge the Gorge Act by killing the agency to the Metro area over the next 25 0 Adopt-A-Highway Litter Pickups responsible for Gorge protection," years, the Gorge will be under 0 Habitat and Botanical Restoration said Lauri Aunan, Friends tremendous development pres­ 0 Community Education sure. We can't afford to give up executive director. 0 Hiking Activities The Gorge Commission was long-term protection for the future 0 Attending Hearings created to achieve the purposes of of the Gorge." 0 Technical Support the Columbia River Gorge National Friends is evaluating legal 0 Other: ______Scenic Area Act, passed by Con­ options in the event the Gorge Mail your membership coupon gress and signed by President Commission is disestablished as and contribution to: Reagan in 1986. The purposes of currently proposed. Governor Friends of the Columbia Gorge John Kitzhaber and Governor Gary the Gorge Act are (1) to protect the P.O. Box 40820 scenic, cultural, recreational and Locke are working to ensure full Portland, Oregon 97204 natural resources of the Columbia funding for the Gorge (503) . 241-3762 River Gorge; and (2) to protect and Commission. • Columbia Gorge Discovery Center to Open The public is invited-Doors Open May 24 he Columbia Gorge Discov­ ery Center and Wasco T County Historical Museum will open to the public at noon on Saturday, May 24, 1997. It will be a lively, friendly, full-service education and interpretive center dedicated to public programming that meets the needs of local citizens throughout the Gorge, visitors from the greater Portland area, and tourists from around the world. A walk through the Discovery Center will provide a sense of discovery, with interac­ tive exhibits and outdoor displays At Crates Point above the Columbia River, the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center will including geology, weather, open its doors to the public on May 24. This photo shows the Center under con­ struction in 1996. Photo by Ken Denis natural history, Native American culture and history, the Oregon Area, Wasco County, Citizens for Gorge region. The Center will trail, travel in the Gorge, indus­ the Gorge Discovery Center, also be a voice for stewardship of tries and stewardship. private businesses, foundations, the magnificent natural and The Columbia Gorge Discov­ and memberships. cultural resources of the Columbi? ery Center is a model for public­ With more than 100,000 Gorge. private cooperation, with funding visitors expected in the first year For more information about and support provided by the of operation, the Discovery Center the Columbia Gorge Discovery federal government through the will be an engine for economic Center, call (541) 296-8600. I Columbia Gorge National Scenic growth in The Dalles and the

Volunteers Gather for Earth Day Clean Up Hard work pays off to restore the Gorge's unspoiled beauty

by Carmen Johnson

n Saturday, April 19th, 50 (specifically, a refrigerator!). More O volunteers got together to than 100 tires, 800 pounds of scrap clean up illegal dumpsites along metal and 112 bags of litter were the Historic Columbia River pulled out of the soggy ditches. Highway in Cascade Locks, Local businesses took the time to Oregon. People from Cascade come out and collect the materials Locks Lions Club, CH2M Hill, for recycling or proper disposal. Friends of the Columbia Gorge, Despite the rain, everyone was and many others volunteered their in good spirits and had a fun time. Saturday morning to help clean-up Thanks to SOL V for helping the dumpsites in preparation for a coordinate the day and providing proposed bike trail from Cascade refreshments! Many thanks to Locks to the Eagle Creek trail. those of you who took the time to The group pitched in to be part of the solution in the Earth remove everything from litter to Day Spirit! I major household appliances friends News ... photo by Ken Denis Friends Releases a Vision for the Rowena Area 319 SW Washington St., #301 vision for the Rowena Area: Portland, Oregon 97204 Rich in Resources - Rich in (503) 241-3762 A Beauty," is a collaborative E-mail: [email protected] project coordinated by Friends of the World Wide Web: Columbia Gorge with Central Cas­ http://www.europa.com/- kbsadler1 cades Alliance, Columbia Gorge ColumbiaGorge.html. Windsurfing Association, Columbia River United, Hood River Valley Mission Statement Residents Committee, The Native Plant Friends of the Columbia Gorge shall Society of Oregon, The Nature Conser­ vigorously protect the scenic, natural and cultural resources within the Columbia River vancy and the Trust for Public Land. Gorge National Scenic Area. Situated between Hood River and We fulfill this mission by ensuring strict The Dalles, the Rowena Area is noted implementation of the National Scenic Area for open, oak-pine savanna landscapes Act; promoting responsible stewardship of and amazing wildflower displays in the Gorge lands and waters; encouraging public spring. You may be familiar with the ownership of sensitive areas; educating the public about the unique natural values of the Tom McCall Natural Area Preserve Columbia River Gorge and the importance of owned by The Nature Conservancy in Fields of balsam root invite hikers to preserving those values; and working with this area. You may not know that the explore the Merna loose Hills Area. groups and individuals to accomplish mutual U.S. Forest Service has acquired many preservation goals. -Adopted Frbruary 3,1994 "lcres of land in this area through Friends is grateful for the generous support of the Mazamas, Board of Directors _tJurchase from willing landowners. John Reynolds, Chainnan The vision for the future of the Rowena the Autzen Foundation and the Nancy N. Russell, Chainnan Emeritus Area promotes a coordinated effort for Oregon Roadside Council, without Rick Ray•, Vice Chainnan protecting the important natural and which the Rowena Vision could not Michael P. Ryan, Treasurer cultural resources of the area while have been produced. • Jeanne Norton, Secretary William Bell" enhancing non-commercial recreation. Robin Cody To Speak at Broughton H. Bishop Some highlights of the recreation Bowen Blair, Jr. potential in the Rowena Area - Friends Summer Picnic Ken Denis located on public land or land which by Nancy Russell Spencer Dick private landowners have willingly ark Sunday, July 20 on your Nic'k Dodge Richard Getgen dedicated for public access - include: M calendar now for the Friends Sherry R. Grove• • An expanded trail linking the Summer Picnic! We have been Elmer Lierman• Memaloose Rest Area on I-84 with invited to share the waterfront Kate McCarthy" Rowena Dell, Rowena Plateau, home of Mac and Molly Jones and Len Swenson• Sevenmile Hill, the Columbia Gorge Pat and Jim Prochaska. • Gorge residents Discovery Center in The Dalles, and Our special guest speaker, Robin Staff The Dalles Riverfront Trail. Cody, is author of Voyage of the Executive Director: Lauri Aunan• • A new trail, a portion of which Summer Sun, the account of his 82- Bookkeeper/Office Assistant: Helen Ehelebe would provide access to a wildflower day solo canoe trip down the Land Use Counsel: Gary K. Kahn viewing area for people using wheel­ Columbia River, for which he won Conservation Director: Michael Lang chairs. the 1995 Oregon Book Award for Development Assistant: Matthew Burke • Recreation Trail No. 31, as out­ literary non-fiction and the 1996 Receptionist/Clerk: Mama Moore lined in the Columbia River Gorge Pacific Northwest Booksellers Outreach Director: Kristin Reese ~ational Scenic Area Management Plan, Association Book Award. Mr. Cody Legal Assistant: Cristi Bozora which would include a picnic area. will speak "Of Time and The ,. Gorge resident The Forest Service will be adopting Columbia." a plan for managing its public lands in Before the picnic, we will tour Newsletter Contributors the Rowena Area. The Rowena Vision the new Columbia Gorge Discovery Contributors: Lauri Aunan, Matt Burke, will provide information and recom­ Center and the Wasco County Ken Denis, Carmen Johnson, Michael Lang, mendations for management of this Historical Museum. The tour will Nancy Russell, Kristin Reese, Ken Sadler very important landscape. start at 9:30 a.m. • Editor and Layout: Kathleen Krushas Friends of the Columbia Gorge Non Profit P.O. Box 40820 U.S. Postage Thank You Portland, Oregon 97240-0820 PAID For Your Portland, OR SpedaiContribuUons Address correction requested Permit No. 2623

In Memory of John Eliot Allen Jan Vreeland

In Memory of William Mears Virginia Butchart

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Gorge Appreciation Week May 17-23 Join us to clean up parks and trails, plant native vegetation and more! For Friends Wish List information, call Kristin or Brendan, (503) 241-3762. Columbia Gorge Discovery Center Opening Day May 24 our donation of any of this Noon, The Dalles, Oregon Yoffice equipment will help For information call (541) 296-8600. our Gorge protection work! • Computer and monitor: 17th Annual Gorge Hiking Weekend 486 or preferably Pentium-133, June 14-15 32MB RAM, 1.2GB HD. With See you on the trails! increased staff and workload, another computer is greatly Friends Summer Picnic July 20 needed. Watch for your invitation in the mail! • Laser Printer or bubble-jet Columbia Gorge Commission that can handle constant use Meetings held monthly. The Gorge Commission needs to hear from interested citizens about • Scanner: Twain-Compliant protecting the Gorge. For dates, locations and (this works well with WP 6.1), other information call Kristin, (503) 241-3762, color would be nice. Preferably E-mail [email protected] not a flat bed scanner-we don't have room! We have a Three Perspectives-Columbia Gorge Art programmable fax program on June 14- July 12, Stevenson Public Library, Stevenson, Washington, our computer, and a scanner Monday- Saturday would allow us to utilize this Friends board member Ken Denis, Friends member Lisa Orley, and Linda software along with many other Talent of Stevenson, present a mixed media show of watercolor, water­ tasks. color and ink, and photography. For information call Marna, (503) 241-3762 • Programmable Plain­ Paper Fax Machine: A Historic Columbia River Highway 1913-1922 programmable fax machine will August 29-Nov.15, Maryhill Museum of Art, Goldendale, Washington, allow staff to save valuable 509-773-3733 time! Detailed drawings and rare photographs show historical and engineering accomplishments of the old Columbia River Highway. Come hike with us! FRIENDS OF THE COLUMBIA GORGE 17th Annual Columbia River Gorge Hiking \\/ Weekend WHAT TO BRING: Lunch, water, first aid kit, insect repellent, sun June 14-15, 1997 block lotion, sun hat, rain gear, and camera. No animals, radios, alcohol or firearms. Come hike with us! WHAT TO WEAR: Long sleeves and long pants recommended. Sturdy hiking shoes that are lug-soled and Gorge Hiking Weekend waterproof. No sandals. GENERAL: June 14 & 15, 1997 Prior sign-up is not required except as noted. Children are allowed at leader's discretion, but must be accompanied by a responsible adult. LEADERS from seventeen local outdoor Participants accept responsibility for their own groups are volunteering their time and safety. Because some flora and fauna may bite expertise to guide you all over the Gorge. back on a few of the trails, stay on paths to Choose from over thirty different trips. reduce possibility of contact with poison oak and ticks. All mileages noted are round-trip. WALK in an old-growth forest or behind QUESTIONS: a waterfall; climb a high mountain peak or For details on individual events, contact the follow a deep river canyon. leader. For general information, call Friends of the Columbia Gorge (503) 241-3762.

JOIN the 17th Annual Gorge Hiking HIKING COMMITTEE: Weekend. See why the Columbia River Richard Gergen, chairman Ken Denis Ray Hayden Gorge is a world-famous attraction, and Helene Farnen Kristin Reese how magnificent is its natural beauty: Roger Farnen Nancy Russell CARPOOLING: Donation to driver of 5 cents per mile is recommended. DOT: Department of Transportation parking lot, a half block north of Glisan on N.E. 60th Avenue, Portland. FRIENDS OF THE COLUMBIA GORGE THANKS TO: 319 S.W. Washington Street, Suite 301 Nancy Russell, advisor Portland, OR 97204 Julie Ferreira, editor Marilyn Holsinger, graphic designer (503) 241-3762 Irish Setter, typesetter VOLKSSPORT WALKS: These are self-guided walks in which the participants will follow a route which is marked or will be supplied with a map of the trail. These hikes are available for Friday, June 13th, as well as for Saturday and Sunday. Oregon Historical Society FRIENDS OF THE COLUMBIA ( GORGE 17th Annual Gorge Hiking Weekend Saturday & Sunday, June 14 & 15, 1997

... we passed several beautiful! cascades which fell from a great hight over the stupendious rocks which closes the river on both sides nearly ... the most remark­ ( able of these cascades falls about 3 00 feet perpendicu­ larly over a solid rock ... several small streams fall from a much greater hight and in their decent become a ·;::"' Ql perfect mist ... 0 c -Journals of Lewis and Clark, 1806 ::.::Ql

The passage of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Act in 1986 protects and enhances the scenic beauty, natural and cultural heritage, and recreational opportunities in the Gorge. The Act also supports economic development in Gorge communities. This year, the Friends of the Columbia Gorge offers its 17th Annual Hiking Weekend for hikers and others to walk the trails of the Gorge through the canyons and up onto the ridges. Unsurpassed natural beauty awaits you in the world-renowned Columbia River Gorge.

All of the activities listed in this brochure Friends of Tryon Creek Portland Wheelmen Touring Club are offered without charge. The leaders Gifford Pinchot Task Force Ptarmigans of the hikes and other activities are Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation Trails Club of Oregon volunteers from various regional outdoor Mazamas Washington State Parks organizations: Native Plant Society of Oregon Washington Trails Association Bergfreunde Ski Cub Nature Conservancy Columbia River Volkssport Club Nature Friends Northwest Desert Trail Association Oregon Equestrian Trails-Columbia This brochure made possible by a contribution Friends of the Columbia Gorge Gorge Chapter from the jacobs Foundation SATURDAY HIKES, June 14, 1997

Dry Creek Falls. A volkswalk beginning in HORSEBACK RIDE Cascade Locks and travelling the Pacific Crest STRENUOUS HIKES Sandy River Delta. From mid-morning to early Trail to an impressive waterfall. Return through Hamilton Mountain. Loop hike past pair of afternoon , 3-4 groups will ride the route residential areas of Cascade Locks . Distance 6.2 waterfalls and rocky outcroppings of dramatic designated by the U.S.F.S. plan. Bring own horse miles (1 OK) , elevation gain 800 feet. Start any cliffs. Panoramic views of the Gorge and and OET membership card. Membership available time 8:00AM to 1:00PM at Cascade Locks (1-84 Cascade Landslide. Return along wooded Hardy on ride day. Membership is required due to Exit 44). COLUMBIA RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: Creek. Distance 8.5 miles, elevation gain 2,200 insurance limitations. Distance 12 miles, elevation John Miller (503) 224-1153. feet. Meet 8:00 AM at DOT. MAZAMAS: Roy Sires gain 20 feet. Meet at parking area on North end of Elowah Falls. A volkswalk to a beautiful waterfall (503) 646-2850. Lewis & Clark State Park (1-84 Exit 18). OREGON at the western end of the Gorge 400 trail. EQUESTRIAN TRAILS-COLUMBIA GORGE Dog Mountain. Continuous, steep ascent through Distance 7.5 miles (12 K) , elevation gain 300 feet. CHAPTER : Valerie Lantz (503) 668-3083. a forest to hanging wildflower meadows Start any time 8:00AM to 1:00 PM at Robins overlooking the Gorge with a view of Mt. Hood. EASY HIKES Island, Bonneville Dam (1-84 Exit 40). COLUMBIA Distance 7 miles , elevation gain 2,900 feet. Meet RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: John Miller (503) 8:30AM at Lewis & Clark State Park or 9:45 AM Horsethief Lake State Park. Pictograph/ 224-1153. Trailhead (Hwy. 14, 12 miles east of Bridge of petrogylph tour in an environmentally sensitive Gods). FRIENDS OF TRYON CREEK: Ray Hayden area. Limited to 30 people. Distance 1 mile , no MODERATE HIKES (503) 253-9856. elevation gain. Meet 10:00 AM at trailheaCJ parking High Valley. Hike through the high meadows of lot near river. WASHINGTON STATE PARKS: Julie Green Point Mountain. Ascend the steep Wyeth High Valley Farm and through the forest to a Davis (509) 767-1159. Call for reservations by Trail to former lookout site with view of four viewpoint of the Oregon side of the Gorge. June 6. glaciated peaks, returning via Rainy Lake and Distance 5 miles, elevation gain 980 feet. Meet North Lake. Distance 14 miles, elevation gain Bonneville Dam/Eagle Creek Overlook. A 9:30AM at DOT or 10:00 AM at Pendleton 4,800 feet. Meet 7:30 AM DOT or 8:30AM Wyeth volkswalk alongside a newly opened portion of Woolen Mills in Washougal. MAZAMAS: Roy Campground (1-84 Exit 51) . MAZAMAS : Rich the old Historic Columbia River Highway. Stout (503) 253-8170. Conser (503) 697-4310. Distance 6.2 miles (1 OK), elevation gain 100 feet. Triple Falls loop. A pleasant hike through Start any time 8:00AM to 1:00 PM at Robins beautiful forests , passing basalt cliffs, scenic Island, Bonneville Dam (1-84 Exit 40). COLUMBIA overlooks and five spectacular waterfalls: RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: John Miller (503) Horsetail , Ponytail , Oneonta, Upper Oneonta, and 224-1153. Triple Falls. Distance 4.5 miles, elevation gain 900 Iorge Trail 400 to Cascade locks. A volkswalk feet. Meet 8:00AM at 122nd & Burnside Park and .1long Trail 400 and portions of the Historic Ride or 8:45 AM at . MAZAMAS: Columbia River Highway including Ruckel Creek Billie Goodwin (503) 254-6121 . Bridge. Distance 6.2 miles (1 OK) , elevation gain lyle Cherry Orchard. First mile of the trail 300 feet. Start any time 8:00AM to 1:00 PM at ascends steeply through magnificent open Eagle Creek Overlook (1-84 Exit 41 ). COLUMBIA meadows, then the route flattens out in oak RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: John Miller (503) groves to a viewpoint of the eastern Gorge. Hiking 224-1153. boots recommended. Distance 6 miles , elevation Bonneville Dam/. A volkswalk gain 1,400 feet. Meet 8:00AM at DOT or 9:30AM visiting the navigation lock, a forested streamside at Bridge Mart (north end of Hood River Bridge). trail and historic fish hatcheries. Walk Tanner MAZAMAS: Heather Rosenwinkel (503) 244- Creek Canyon to a spectacular waterfall. Distance 9016. 6.2 miles (1 OK) , elevation gain 380 feet. Start any Eagle Creek to Cross-Over Falls. A volkswalk time 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Robins Island , through a truly spectacular deep canyon passing Bonneville Dam (1-84 Exit 40). COLUMBIA RIVER several waterfalls. Trail goes behind Tunnel Falls VOLKSSPORT CLUB: John Miller (503) 224-1153. and ends at Cross-Over Falls. Distance 15 miles Pool of the Winds. Gentle hike through the forest (25K), elevation gain 1, 000 feet. Start any time with views of the Gorge and a scenic waterfall on 8:00AM to 1:00 PM at Eagle Creek Overlook (1-84 Hardy Creek. Distance 3 miles, elevation gain 850 Exit 41 ). COLUMBIA RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: feet. Meet 10:00 AM at Beacon Rock State Park John Miller (503) 224-1153. Picnic Area . NATURE FRIENDS NORTHWEST: Augsperger Mountain. Hike along scenic north Thomas Friedmann (360) 254-9104. ridge, past wildflower meadows with spectacular Three-Corner Rock. Ascend the Pacific Crest Trail views of the Gorge from Augsperger Mountain to the site of an abandoned fire lookout with and Cook Hill. Distance 8 miles, elevation gain views of five glaciated peaks. Distance 4.4 miles, 1880 ft. Meet 7:30 AM , Lewis & Clark State Park, elevation gain 800 feet. Meet 8:00AM at Hood 1-84, Exit 18. MAZAMAS: Frank & Charlotte Head River County Courthouse or 9:00AM at Skamania (503) 253-4632. County Courthouse, Stevenson. DESERT TRAIL Nesika via Franklin Ridge. Hike Larch Mountain ASSOCIATION: Dan Chamness (541) 386-5375 . Oregon Historical Society Trail to Franklin Ridge Trail ; lunch at Trails Club Bonneville Dam/Wauna Viewpoint. A volkswalk Lodge. Return to Multnomah Falls via Cougar ;tarting at the dam and progressing on forested Rock. Distance 9 miles, elevation gain 1,900 feet. trails to a beautiful vista of the whole mid-Gorge Meet 8:30AM at Lewis & Clark State Park or 9:00 area. Distance 6.2 miles (1 OK) , elevation gain 800 AM at Multnomah Falls Lodge drinking fountain . feet. Start any time 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Robins TRAILS CLUB OF OREGON: June Smelser (503) Island , Bonneville Dam (1-84 Exit 40). COLUMBIA 668-4060. RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: John Miller (503) 224-1153 . SUNDAY HIKES, June 15, 1997 (

Bonneville Dam/Eagle Creek Overlook. A BIKE TOURS volkswalk alongside a newly opened portion of MODERATE HIKES Multnomah Falls and beyond. Bike the Scenic the old Historic Columbia River Highway. Wind Mountain. Steady, moderate climb to Highway to Crown Point, Multnomah Falls, and Distance 6.2 miles (1 OK), elevation gain 100 feet. summit with wonderful views of mid-Gorge. Ainsworth State Park. Flat return option. Distance Start any time 8:00AM to 1:00 PM at Robins Distance 6 miles, elevation gain 1,500 feet. Meet 42 miles. Meet 9:45AM at Lewis & Clark State Island, Bonneville Dam (1-84 Exit 40). COLUMBIA 10:00 AM at DOT or 11 :00 AM at Bridge of the Park, Troutdale. PORTLAND WHEELMEN RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: John Miller (503) Gods, north end. LAKE OSWEGO PARKS & TOURING CLUB: Paul Roscoe (503) 234-2732. 224-1153. RECREATION: Ron Christenson (503) 636-5808. Gorge Trail 400 to Cascade Locks. A volkswalk Larch Mountain in Washington. From Grouse EASY HIKES along Trail 400 and portions of the old Historic Vista, hike to beargrass meadows and far-ranging Loop. A pair of waterfalls, maple Columbia River Highway including Ruckel Creek views of the western Gorge. Contact leader if woods, and a rushing stream create a sampler of Bridge. Distance 6.2 miles (1 OK), elevation gain interested in the amount of beargrass in bloom the Gorge attractions. Distance 2.3 miles, 300 feet. Start any time 8:00AM to 1:00PM at this year. Distance 6 miles, elevation gain 1,500 elevation gain 600 feet. Meet 10:00 AM at DOT or Eagle Creek Overlook (1-84 Exit 41 ). COLUMBIA feet. Meet 8:30AM Pendleton Woolen Mills 10:30 AM at Latourell Falls Trailhead. MAZAMAS: RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: John Miller (503) parking lot, Washougal. GIFFORD PINCHOT TASK Carolyn Jenkins (503) 284-0373. 224-1153. FORCE & WASHINGTON TRAILS ASSOCIATION: Bonneville Dam/Wahclella Falls. A volkswalk Tom & Diana Gordon (360) 835-7748. visiting the navigation lock, a forested streamside Grassy Pass. Wildflower meadows, abandoned trail and historic fish hatcheries. Walk Tanner site of fire lookout, sweeping views of the Creek Canyon to a spectacular waterfall. Distance Columbia River, two glaciated peaks, and 300,000 6.2 miles (1 OK), elevation gain 380 feet. Start any year old lava beds. Distance 6.5 miles, elevation time 8:00AM to 1:00 PM at Robins Island, gain 1,500 feet. Meet 8:00AM at DOT or 8:45AM -·-·-·-·-·-·-·-·-·-·-·-·-·-·-·! Bonneville Dam (1-84 Exit 40). COLUMBIA RIVER at Bridge of the Gods, north end. MAZAMAS: VOLKSSPORT CLUB: John Miller (503) 224-1153. Richard Getgen (503) 598-8788. MEMBERSHIP FORM Memaloose Hills. A delightful ramble on gentle Eagle Creek to Cross-Over Falls. A volkswalk grades 3 miles east of Mosier. Explore an through a truly spectacular deep canyon passing Friends of the Columbia Gorge invite historical roadway and hike across rolling several waterfalls. Trail goes behind Tunnel Falls you to join and help us protect its meadows up to several 360-degree viewpoints. and ends at Cross-Over Falls. Distance 15 miles natural beauty. Distance 5 miles, elevation gain 900 feet. Meet (25K), elevation gain 1,000 feet. Start any time 0 $35 Family 0 $15 Students/Seniors 8:00AM at SE corner of Gateway Transit Center 8:00AM to 1:00PM at Eagle Creek Overlook (1-8( (1-84 exit 7) or 9:30AM at Memoloose Rest Area Exit 41 ). COLUMBIA RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: 0 $25 Individual 0 Other $ ___ (1-84 MP 72, eastbound). NATIVE PLANT John Miller (503) 224-1153. SOCIETY OF OREGON: Russ Jolley and FRIENDS OF THE COLUMBIA GORGE: Nancy Russell (503) STRENUOUS HIKES name 292-8518. Wygant Peak Loop. Ascend the forested Bonneville Dam/Wauna Viewpoint. A volkswalk Chetwoot Trail to this forested summit with views phone starting at the dam and progressing on forested of the Gorge and wildflowers along the trail, trails to a beautiful vista of the whole mid-Gorge descending the Wygant Trail. Distance 8 miles, area. Distance 6.2 miles (1 OK), elevation gain 800 elevation gain 2,400 feet. Meet 8:15 AM at Lewis address feet. Start any time 8:00AM to 1:00 PM at Robins & Clark State Park or 9:00AM Mitchell Point Island, Bonneville Dam (1-84 Exit 40). COLUMBIA Overlook (1-84 Exit 58). MAZAMAS: Gerry van city RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: John Miller (503) Deene (503) 669-0778. 224-1153. Indian Point Loop. Climb steep Nick Eaton Trail state zip Dry Creek Falls. A volkswalk beginning in through hanging meadows and forest, cutting Cascade Locks and travelling the Pacific Crest over to unique rock outcropping. Descend Mail your pledge and/or contribution Trail to an impressive waterfall. Return through forested Gorton Creek Trail. Distance 8 miles, to: residential areas of Cascade Locks. Distance 6.2 elevation gain 2,900 feet. Meet 9:15AM at Burns miles (1 OK); elevation gain 800 feet. Start any Friends of the Columbia Gorge Brothers Truck Stop (under sign) or 10:00 AM at time 8:00AM to 1:00 PM at Cascade Locks (1-84 Columbia Gorge Work Center (1-84 Exit 44, then PO Box 40820 Exit 44). COLUMBIA RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: drive 3 miles east on Forest Lane.) BERG­ Portland, OR 97240-0820 John Miller (503) 224-1153. FREUNDE: Captain Bob Lubach (503) 284-5196. (503) 241-3762 • Fax (503) 241-3873 Elowah Falls. A volkswalk to a beautiful waterfall Table Mountain. Rugged hike to flat-topped E-mail [email protected] at the western end of the Gorge 400 trail. summit of this Gorge sentinel. Breathtaking views Distance 7.5 miles (12 K), elevation gain 300 feet. of Gorge and four glaciated peaks; abundant Please check volunteer work that Start any time 8:00AM to 1:00 PM at Robins wildflowers. Distance 9 miles. elevation gain interests you: Island, Bonneville Dam (1-84 Exit 40). COLUMBIA 3,250 feet. Meet 7:30AM at SE corner of Gateway RIVER VOLKSSPORT CLUB: John Miller (503) 0 Adopt-A-Highway Litter Pickups Transit Center (1-84 exit 7) or 8:15AM at Beacon 224-1153. Rock State Park. MAZAMAS: Jim Wallace (503) 0 Habitat and Botanical Restoration Tom McCall Point. Discover the flora and fauna 640-2090. 0 Community Education found on one of the Nature Conservancy of Mount Defiance. Climb infamous Mt. Defiance 0 Hiking Activities Oregon's most spectacular preserves. Climb to (highest point in the Gorge) with majestic 0 Attending Hearings McCall Point for a view of Mount Hood and Mt. panorama from the summit. Ascend Starvation 0 Technical Support (e.g., scientific, Adams. Distance 3 miles, elevation gain 1,250 Ridge, descend Mt. Defiance Trail. Distance 14 feet. Meet 10:30 AM at Rowena Overlook (1-84 miles, elevation gain 4,900 feet. Meet 8:00AM computer, legal, research) Exit 69, then drive 7 miles east of Mosier). Troutdale Outlet Mall (1-84 Exit 17) or 9:00AM 0 Other: ______NATURE CONSERVANCY: Charlie Quinn (503) Starvation Creek State Park (1-84 Exit 55). 230-1221. PTARMIGANS: Douglas Brown (503) 255-5960.