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General Outdoor Preparedness
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Outdoor Class |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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| Date May 04 & October 12, 2013; This class covers skills needed to survive an outdoor emergency in Western Oregon. It covers shelter, signalling, the best way to start a reliable fire on the wet side of the mountains (even in the rain!), and how to get found. Participants will learn what to carry to stay alive and how to use it. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Early Mountain Wildflowers and Late Lichens and Mosses
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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| Date May 31, 2013; See the first flowers to appear once the snow melts, followed by a tour of other creatures that adorn the forest. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Santiam Wagon Road - Latiwi Creek to Mountain House
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Historic Tour |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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| Date June 14, 2013; Explore what early travel was like in the forest on the historic toll road that once linked the Willamette Valley to eastern Oregon. Hike is mostly downhill. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Cascadia Cave
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Cave Tour |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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| Date June 20 & September 5, 2013; Follow the historic footsteps of the Kalapuya Indians along the lower floodplains of the South Santiam River. Includes traditional uses of plants. The trail may be muddy. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Art in the Great Outdoors
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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| Date June 21 & August 23 & October 04, 2013; All experience levels and mediums welcomed. Your guide will take you to some of the most beautiful and sometimes overlooked places the forest has to offer. Bring whatever you need to create, and remember, you will have to carry all your supplies. Be prepared to hike, carry your own supplies, bring a lunch, and a cushion to sit on.
Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Gordon Meadows Wildflower Hike
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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| Date June 28, 2013; Enjoy a spectacular display of wildflowers, including camas and elephant¿s-head. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Iron Mountain and Cone Peak Heritage Hike
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Historic Tour |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Difficult
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| Date July 3, 2013; Explore the cultural history, wildflowers, panoramic views and geologic formations that surround these two landmarks. Trail is rocky and uneven in places. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Iron Mountian and Cone Peak Wildflower Hike
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Difficult
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| Date July 05, 2013; Explore the cultural history, wildflowers, panoramic views and geologic formations that surround these two landmarks. Trail is rocky and uneven in places.
Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Three Pyramids Wildflower Hike
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Difficult
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| Date July 19, 2013; A steep but beautiful hike. This 2 mile trail acsends 1,600 feet in elevation through old growth forest and meadow before switchbacking to the summit of the Middle Pyramid. Lots of wildflowers and a spectacular view! Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Santiam Wagon Road - Tombstone Pass to Latiwi Creek via Sevenmile Hill
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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| Date August 01, 2013; Explore what early travel was like in the forest on the historic toll road that once linked the Willamette Valley to eastern Oregon. Hike is mostly downhill.
Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Streamside Rock Hounding
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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| Date August 09, 2013; Learn about the origin and identification of river rocks. Includes hiking on unmaintained trails and bending while collecting rocks. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Santiam Wagon Road - Fish Lake to Lost Prairie
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Nature Hike |
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Moderate
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| Date August 15, 2013; Explore what early travel was like in the forest on the historic toll road that once linked the Willamette Valley to eastern Oregon. Hike is mostly downhill. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Santiam Wagon Road Hike - Eno Road to Clear Lake
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Historic Tour |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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| Date August 29, 2013; Explore what early travel was like in the forest on the historic toll road that once linked the Willamette Valley to eastern Oregon. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Berry Picking Bonanza
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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| Date August 30, 2013; Learn about the berries that have sustained people and wildlife in the Cascades for thousands of years. Includes traditional uses of berries and how to distinguish between edible and non-edible berries. This is a great hike for families. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Moon Rise on Iron Mountain
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Historic Tour |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Difficult
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| Date September 19, 2013; See the moon rise and discuss nature at night. Sun and moon will be rising/setting at almost the same time on this particular day. Bring a headlamp and flashlight and enjoy the woods at night. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Fall Colors & Seasonal Changes Hike
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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| Date October 11, 2013; We will encounter bigleaf maple festooned in yellow along the South Santiam River and brilliant red vine maple growing on black lava, all on our way to a colorful glacial cirque at the Middle Pyramid. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Fall Mushroom Hike - Edibles & Poisonous!
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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| Date October 18, 2013; The first half of this hike involves learning basic mushroom identification techniques with a focus on distinguishing between edible and non-edible species. Enjoy mushroom collection during the second half. A bucket or basket and a small cutting knife are recommended. Involves climbing over logs and hiking on rocky trails. Bring waterproof boots. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Fall Edible Mushrooms
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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| Date October 25, 2013; The exact location of the collection is not determined, but we will look in the Gordon Road area and if we find some edible mushrooms, then we will move the group to Longbow group camp and do a cooking demonstration. People can bring food to share as well as their own lunch. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Edible Mushroom Hike
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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| Date November 1, 2013; Learn about the uses of wild mushrooms and how to distinguish between edible and non-edible species. We will collect edible mushrooms and have a cooking demonstration at Longbow in the afternoon. Bring a small collecting knife and bags/baskets. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Swag and Wreath Making
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Outdoor Class |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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| Date December 7, 2013; Learn to assemble holiday swags and wreathes from locally collected forest products, such as boughs, cones, and berries. Some wreath rings and wire will be on hand but consider bringing more, along with clippers for trimming boughs. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Civilian and Youth Conservation Corps Outing
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Nature Tour |
20 hr. 00 min.
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Easy
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| Date August 6, 2013; Spend two nights at Longbow Organizational Camp learning about the history of the area, taking short day hikes, and preparing for the annual potluck picnic.
Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Backpacking Basics - Classroom Session
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Nature Tour |
6 hr. 40 min.
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Easy
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| Date May 18, 2013; In Backpacking Basics, you will learn how to plan a trip, learn necessary survival skills, learn how to pack, see the newest backpacking gear, learn some neat tricks & practices, talk about nearby locations to backpack, and learn how to deal with the unexpected in the wilderness. Bring your gear if you want to and have it, we will show you our favorite gear for outings in western Oregon on this day in the classroom.
Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Backpacking Basics - Field Class
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Nature Tour |
20 hr. 00 min.
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| Date September, 21; In Backpacking Basics, you will learn how to plan a trip, learn necessary survival skills, learn how to pack, see the newest backpacking gear, learn some neat tricks & practices, talk about nearby locations to backpack, and learn how to deal with the unexpected in the wilderness. Bring your gear if you want to and have it, we will show you our favorite gear for outings in western Oregon on this day in the classroom. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Family Snowshoe Adventure in the Cascade
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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| Date March 07, 2014; Learn about proper snowshoeing technique and about the winter environment in the Cascades. This hike is open to families, children 12 and older are welcome with adult supervision. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
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Winter Snowshoe Hike on Santiam Pass
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Nature Hike |
8 hr. 00 min.
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Moderate
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| Date March 28, 2014; Explore what early travel was like in the forest in the historic Santiam River Area that once linked the Willamette Valley to eastern Oregon. The exact route will depend on snow conditions. Conditions can be tough, no novices please. Prices: General: $10.00, Interagency Access Pass: $5.00, Interagency Senior Pass: $5.00 |
