2008 Recreation Guide by Cottage Grove Sentinel

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Recreation Guide 2008

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Recreation Guide 2008 Welcome by Gary Williams, mayor G

uests who visit our community are valued and welcomed, and I want to personally invite you to take advantage of what we in the Cottage Grove area take for granted. The mild climate of the southern Willamette Valley attracts visitors year-round, but it’s during the summer months that our population swells because there are so many fun and interesting attractions. Dorena and Cottage Grove Reservoirs are located conveniently close to town and offer fishing, water skiing, boating, windsurfing and many other water sports — plus great areas to picnic and camp. For those of you who enjoy biking and hiking, the Row River Trail is captivating. The trail is paved for bicycle and horseback traffic; the climb is gradual and the scenery spectacular. A leisurely stroll around our city and through our historic downtown helps one connect the past with the present. Not only are we intrigued by our historic downtown, but so is Hollywood. Movies such as “The General,” “Animal House,” “Emperor of the North, “Stand by Me,” and “Prefontaine” were all filmed in and around Cottage Grove.

CONTENTS Welcome to Cottage Grove

History and Demographics

City Map

Vicinity Map

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Things To Do Summer Events Schedule

Bohemia Mining Days

Row River Trail

Trails & Hiking

Lakes & Rivers

Outdoor Life

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Golfing

Cottage Grove Speedway

Grower’s Markets

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Theatre

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There’s also a lovely collection of covered bridges, a fine local museum and a number of old, restored historic homes. The community draws many artists, whose works are on display throughout town. Our summer celebrations, including the Cottage Grove Rodeo, Bohemia Mining Days, the antique vehicle Show n’ Shine, Western Oregon Exposition and monthly art walks attract many visitors and offer entertainment and interesting activities. Theatre aficionados can enjoy the state-of-the-art Cottage Theatre, home to a thriving theater company. If there’s a production while you’re in town, don’t miss it. With so many options for recreational activities in our community, I hope this only whets your appetite to visit us often. We who live here, either by luck or by choice, are indeed fortunate, because the soul of our community is not in the events that happen but in the people who reside here. Cottage Grove has earned the distinction of “All-America City.” We hope you take the time to explore our many treasures. Visit often and enjoy!

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History & Demographics Cottage Grove: Fascinating history, fabulous future U ntil the mid-1800s, the southern end of the lush Willamette Valley was known only to Native Americans, who fished the rivers and raised crops. But when the settlers arrived, the few Kalapuya left had been moved to reservations. Several died from diseases introduced by the pioneers. The last known full-blooded Kalapuya Indian in the Cottage Grove area was Sam Fern, and he died on Sept. 4, 1919.

Many of the early pioneers traveled to Cottage Grove on the Oregon Trail, an offshoot of which, the Applegate Trail, left the Oregon Trail in Idaho, crossed Nevada and came into southern Oregon over the Cascade Mountains. Others followed the Oregon Trail down the Columbia River to Portland, then south to Lane County. Some settlers crossed the Cascades at Willamette Pass on the old military road. Others took the Barlow trail around Mount Hood. Many settlers wintered in the northern part of Oregon before traveling south to claim land. Passage of the federal Land Donation Claim Act of 1850 encouraged new arrivals, who began farming for their subsistence. Eligible single men received 320 acres, while married men received 640 acres. The settlers also discovered that the hundreds of acres of timber-laden hillsides provided wood to build homes and other structures.

In addition to crops and timber, a third industry was discovered — gold in the Calapooya Mountains southeast of town. The Bohemia Mining District booming in the late 1800s and early 1900s with over 2000 mining claims located near Bohemia Mountain. The original town of Cottage Grove — so named because its first post office was located in a grove of trees near present-day Cloverdale — was built at the confluence of Silk Creek and the Coast Fork of the Willamette River near a grist mill. But when the railroad was built a few blocks east of the river in 1872, con-

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struction began on several buildings in that area. Main Street developed on the west side of the river.

At one time two towns existed side by side — Cottage Grove and Lemati. The rivalry between the two was intense and one time the sheriff of Cottage Grove found himself in the Lemati jail when he entered the city with his badge on. But as Main Street filled in between the river and the railroad, the two towns united in 1899 as Cottage Grove.

Timber and agriculture continued as the top industries throughout most of the 20th century, but in recent decades, the timber industry has declined and most of the mills have closed. Today, many of the city’s residents work in Eugene or Springfield and make the 40-mile round trip daily.

The biggest employers now are the South Lane School District, Cottage Grove Community Hospital and the City of Cottage Grove.

Location Situated at the southern end of the Willamette Valley, Cottage Grove is located on Interstate 5 approximately midway between California and Washington. It’s an hour from the Cascades, an hour and a half away from the Pacific Ocean and two hours from Portland. The county seat and two colleges — the University of Oregon and Lane Community College — are 20 miles north in Eugene. LCC has built a satellite campus in Cottage Grove that offers regular college-credit classes as well as continuing education opportunities.

Climate The moderate climate features plentiful amounts of rain in the winter, which keeps the setting green and provides water for summer use. In the summer, temperatures rarely rise to 100, usually hovering in the 70-degree to 90-degree range. Spring

is often rainy, but the fall is usually moderate. Snow rarely falls on the valley floor but accumulates in the mountains.

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Hikers and campers find nearby mountains to be both challenging and restful, and if you’re out for a Sunday drive, the colorful Bohemia Mining District offers a variety of views.

Cottage Grove has a hospital, police and fire service, chamber of commerce, elementary and secondary schools, post office, public library and an indoor swimming pool.

Cottage Grove and Dorena lakes — which were built in the 1940s as flood-control projects — offer swimming, boating, fishing and camping.

About Cottage Grove Incorporated. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1887 Population .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9,345 Total households. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,264 County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lane Distance from Eugene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 miles Driving time to Eugene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 minutes Distance to Portland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 miles Driving time to Portland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 hours Distance from nearest deepwater port (Coos Bay). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 miles Distance from nearest commercial airport (Eugene). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 miles Distance from nearest hospital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 miles Distance from nearest trauma center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 miles Elevation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 640 feet (at airport) Water supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treated surface water Cost per 1,000 gallons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11.24 base Weather data: Lowest monthly average . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32°F. Record low (Dec. 1972). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -5°F. Highest monthly average. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82°F. Record high (Aug. 1981). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105°F. Hottest month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . August Coldest month. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . January Driest month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July Wettest month. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . November Average annual precipitation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.54” Humidity data: Average July afternoon: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47% Average January afternoon:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88% Demographics: Population group 1970 Under 5 years old 566 5-19 years old 1,712 20-44 years old 1,777 45-64 years old 1,151 65 and older 798 Total population 6,004 Median age 28

1980 680 1,744 2,605 1,180 939 7,148 28

1990 611 1,724 2,688 1,198 1,181 8,005 33

2000 593 1,941 2,724 1,833 1,354 8,445 37

Source: US Census Bureau

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Trails and Hiking Romp through the forest on one of many hikes Knott A great way to stay cool when the summer temperatures climb is to take a hike and see some of nature’s finest creations.

Moon Falls Trail is a popular destination because the hike is short and nearly a quarter mile of the trail is through rare ancient forest. Moon Falls is a beautiful, cascading waterfall more than 100 feet high. The falls are located in the Layng Creek watershed, which is the municipal water supply for the City of Cottage Grove. To protect water quality, camping and swimming are prohibited. It’s a little more than 30 miles to the trailhead from Cottage Grove and parking is limited to three or four cars. Take Row River Road 17 miles as it meanders along the Row River until you get to Layng Creek and turn left. Follow Layng Creek Road for 8.8 miles to Road 1790 and continue for .25 miles to road 1702. Turn left at 1702 and travel for 2.8 miles to road 1702-728. Turn right on road 1702-728 and continue for .3 miles, turning left on a spur road 1702-203 and continue to the trailhead at the road’s end. The first third of a mile is what remains of an old spur road, which transitions into a .2-mile trail through majestic stands of ancient fir and hemlock. By mid-June, the flow of Moon Falls slows to a gentle cascade with a heavy mist, which nourishes the surrounding vegetation and makes for a refreshing reward during hot Oregon summers. Many such trails are available in the Umpqua National Forest. Maps are available at the Umpqua Forest Ranger Station just east of Cottage Grove at 78405 Cedar Park Road or by calling 767-5000.

Adams Mountain Way Length: 3.6 miles Use: hiking, horse, mountain bike Degree of difficulty: most difficult Trailhead: Brice Creek Road No. 22 to Knott Trail. This route was used by early miners traveling from Lund Park to Bohemia City.

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There is an occasional view of the Cascades from the trail.

Bohemia National Recreation Length: 6.5 miles Use: hiking and horse Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 23 to Shane Saddle on Road No. 2358. This trail was built in 1864-65 as a mining route from the Oakland-Roseburg area to the Bohemia Mining District. Portions are designed as a historical National Recreation Trail.

Brice Creek Trail Length: 5.5 miles Use: hiking, horse, mountain bike Degree of difficulty: easy Trailhead: Brice Creek Road No. 22. The east portion of the trail follows an abandoned ditch built in the early 1900s to channel water to Lund Park, where electricity was produced for buildings and several mines.

Crawfish Length: 5.4 miles Use: hiking, horse, mountain bike Degree of difficulty: most difficult Trailhead: Brice Creek Road No. 22 to Knott Trail. The trail forms a loop system with Adams Mountain Way and Knott trails, traveling through timber and reforested lands.

Fairview Creek Trail Length: 3.0 miles, Use: hiking only Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Mineral Camp on Road No. 2460. The trail parallels Fairview Creek, traveling through old-growth forests, steep rock walls and cascading streams.

Length: 4.5 miles, Use: hiking, horse, mountain and trail bike Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 2241-760 to Road No. 2263-763. This trail was built in 1871 by John Knott to haul mining equipment to Bohemia Mines.

Mount June Length: 1.1 miles, Use: hiking only Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 1721-941.

Noonday Length: 6.8 miles, Use: all; recommend one-way down for small four-wheel-drive vehicles Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Champion Creek Road No. 2473 to Noonday Road No. 2212. This historic haul road leads into the Bohemia Mining District.

Parker Falls Length: 1.1 miles, Use: hiking only Degree of difficulty: difficult Trailhead: Row River Rd. to Layng Creek Rd., take Brice Creek Rd. for 10 miles, park on shoulder of Road. Parker Falls Trail leads to a series of waterfalls, pools and cascades in a large Douglas fir forest.

Sawtooth Length: 4.0 miles, Use: hiking only Degree of difficulty: more difficult

Trailhead: Road No. 5840-550 to Mount June Trail.

Spirit Falls

Length: 0.35 miles, Use: hiking Degree of difficulty: easy to more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 1790. This trail follows a forested ridge, dropping into secluded Spirit Falls and pool on Alex Creek.

Swordfern

Length: 1.5 miles, Use: hiking Degree of difficulty: easy to more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 1700-420, Rujada Campground picnic area.

Trestle Creek

Length: 0.3 miles, Use: Hiking Degree of Difficulty: Easy Trailhead: Start at Brice Creek Trail, hike 1/2 mile West until Trestle Creek Trail splits off. Trestle Creek Falls Trail is a narrow meandering trail that offers views of Trestle Creek Canyon and the surrounding old growth forest.

Upper Trestle Creek

Length: 2.5 miles Degree of difficulty: difficult Trailhead: Take Row River Rd. to Layng Creek Rd., then to Brice Creek Rd., bear right and continue 8.2 miles. This trail offers a great chance to see magnificent waterfalls and lush vegetation. Can connect with Brice Creek Trail for a loop.

Hardesty Way Length: 1.7 miles, Use: hiking Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 1758 to Sawtooth Trail.

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Row River Trail Trailhead Park (City of Cottage Grove)

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Ride Row River Trail, or walk and sightsee O ne of the nicest bicycle and walking trails in the Willamette Valley is located right here in Cottage Grove.

Row River Trail is a 15.6-mile path from downtown Cottage Grove heading southeast past Dorena Lake along Row River to Culp Creek. In 1994 the Bureau of Land Management acquired the abandoned railway to develop a trail for public recreation as part of the Rails to Trails program that exists across the country.

Starting in 1902, the original line of the “Old Slow and Easy” steam engines hauled ore, logs and supplies along the Oregon and Southern Eastern line. Later in 1971, an excursion train called The Goose carried passengers between Cottage Grove and Disston, just past the trail’s end, until railway activity became prohibitive.

best spots is at Mosby Creek trailhead, where you can view Row River off Mosby Creek Bridge, the oldest covered bridge in Lane County. The Mosby Creek Covered Bridge was built in 1920. Several points of interest can be found along the trail and intermittent signs provide mileage and facility access for parking, toilets and drinking water.

Trail use is free and it’s open from a half hour before sunrise to a half hour past sunset. Photo by Joe Hansen

Today a well maintained, multi-purpose trail exists for walkers, hikers, bicyclists, runners, horseback riders, in-line skaters and wildlife viewers. On a sunny day with a few rest stops and some wildlife watching, the approximately 30-mile, round-trip bicycle ride takes between four to five hours. The trail provides the best of what the area has to see. You can start from downtown at the Row River trailhead or along any part of the trail. One of the

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Lakes and Rivers Lakes and rivers create a water sports paradise S

Dorena Lake Dorena Lake is located in rolling, partially-wooded hill country about six miles east of Cottage Grove. The lake is five miles long and covers 1,900 acres when full. Dorena Lake has four parks, including Baker Bay Park, operated by Lane County, and Harms, Bake Stewart and Schwartz parks, operated by the Army Corps of Engineers. • At Baker Bay, overnight camping is offered along with a boat-launching ramp, picnicking, fishing, water skiing and a marina with boat rentals and supplies.

• Schwartz Park has overnight camping, showers, picnic areas and fishing. • Bake Stewart park is minimally developed day use area with gravel roads, vault toilets and picnic tables.

Cottage Grove Lake Cottage Grove Lake, on the Coast Fork of the Willamette River, is about five miles south of Cottage Grove. The lake is three miles long and covers an area of 1,158 acres when full. The Army Corps of Engineers manages five parks around the lake. For information call 541-942-5631. • Shortridge Park, primarily for day use, has restrooms, drinking water and picnicking facilities. • Wilson Creek Park offers a swimming beach, boat ramp, drinking water and picnicking. • Lakeside Park has restrooms, drinking water, picnicking, a swim-

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• Pine Meadows Campground is an RV camp with no hookups but it does have regular camp sites, a swimming beach, drinking water, showers and restrooms. • Primitive Campground — aptly named — has restrooms, drinking water and camp sites.

Casting out South Lane County is an angler’s paradise. Bass fishing, in particular, is extremely popular. The average sizes of area small-mouth bass range from 11/2 to 2-1/2 pounds. Rainbow and cutthroat trout can be found throughout the length of the Row and Willamette rivers. Many local anglers say the biggest trout can be found below Dorena Dam. Bluegill are also plentiful in some local lakes and ponds. Both Dorena and Cottage Grove reservoirs are stocked with trout each year as are many of the area’s rivers. Dorena Lake is one of the best catfishing lakes in western Oregon. Fishing is allowed at Dorena and Cottage Grove lakes year-round. Local streams and rivers open annually in late April. Fishing licenses can be purchased at the area’s many markets. If you’re fishing for your lunch in Dorena or Cottage Grove Lake, be careful – the fish in those lakes contain elevated levels of mercury. Yellow placards posted around the lakes give details on mercury levels. Each lake has different recommendations, but you’re safe if you eat no more than one half-pound serving of lake fish per week — unless you’re pregnant or under 6, in which case you should steer clear of the fish altogether.

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Camping Sleep under the stars P refer sleeping under the stars? Instead of staying indoors, try one of the many RV parks and campgrounds in and around Cottage Grove, most of which open Memorial Day weekend. Prime locations are found within the Cottage Grove Ranger District of the Umpqua National Forest, located east of Cottage Grove. The district has five regular campgrounds and eight less-developed camping areas. They can all be reached by taking the Cottage Grove/Dorena exit from Interstate 5. From there, follow the signs past Dorena Lake to:

Hobo Camp Hobo Camp contains five undeveloped campsites, along with vault toilets and fire rings. It also offers flat ground for two to four trailers or RVs. No fees.

Cedar Creek Cedar Creek has eight campsites including one large multi family site. All have wooden tables, fire pits, three wastewater sumps, toilets and tent pads, along with room for trailers or RVs. Fee is $6 per night.

Lund Park Lund Park has eight undeveloped campsites, with room for two combination tents and trailers. Two vault toilets are also on site, along with garbage service and fire pits. Camping fees apply: family single $6, extra vehicles $3.

and a campground host. $8 charge per day. Other smaller, less developed camping areas in the district include Boy Scout Camp, Brice Creek Area, Crawfish Lake, Crawfish Shelter, Emerald Pool, Gleason’s Cabin, Saddle Camp Shelter and Twin Rocks Shelter. In addition, campsites are available at Cottage Grove and Dorena Lakes. Most individual campsites are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Pine Meadows Campground Pine Meadows, on the east side of Cottage Grove Lake, has restrooms, showers, drinking water, swimming area, campsites and RV sites, but not utilities. The campground will close Sept. 10. There is a $15 charge per night, with $5 per night for each additional vehicle. An optional annual pass can be purchased for $30. All sites reservable.

Primitive Campground Primitive Campground is between Pine Meadows and Wilson Creek Park at Cottage Grove Lake. It has restrooms and campsites. The campground closes Sept. 3. There is a $9 charge per night, with $5 per night for each additional vehicle. All sites reservable.

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Mineral Camp has two undeveloped campsites with wooden tables, fire pits and a vault toilet. No fees.

Baker Bay, on the south side of Dorena Lake, has restrooms, showers, picnicking, swimming area, boat ramp, campsites and RV sites, but no utilities. Camping fees apply: tent sites $16/night, group sites $50, day use passes $75, parking $3/day. For more information, call 942-7669.

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Schwartz Park

Rujada Campground has 15 campsites with wooden tables and tent pads, four wastewater sumps, along with 12 combination tent/auto/trailer sites, three combination multi-family sites and seven picnic sites. It has flush toilets and vault, running water

Schwarz Park is at the base of Dorena Dam on the banks of the Row River. It has restrooms, showers, campsites and RV sites, but no utilities. The campground will close Sept. 24. There is a $13 charge per night, with $5 per night for each additional

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vehicle. Group sites are available at $110 per night. Up to 20 vehicles can stay overnight and an additional 20 can visit during the day. For more information about campgrounds on the lakes, call the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at 942-5631. For more information about Forest Service campgrounds, call the Cottage Grove Ranger Station at 767-5000.

RV hook-ups Village Green 725 Row River Road 942-2491 The Village Green has 20 spaces for motor homes and trailers, complete with hook-ups to electricity, sewer, water and cable television, as well as a laundry facility. Swimming pool and spa are open to RVers. Rates begin at $24.20. Shoreview RV Park and Lodging 36360 Shoreview Drive, Dorena 946-1436 The park has 19 RV spaces with full hook-ups; some are pull-throughs with views of Dorena Lake. The daily rate is $19.50, weekly rates and monthly rates are $350; overnights are offered at $19.50. No restrooms are available at the park. One furnished cottage is available for $60 a night.

ter it breaks off into Shoreview Drive. The park is about six miles farther on the right side of the road. Cottage Grove RV Village 77440 Highway 99S 767-0068

The village has 19 RV spaces, 15 are full hook-ups and the other four have water and electric only. A laundromat is on site as well as bathroom facilities with showers. Rates are $23 daily, $130 weekly, and $310 monthly; $50 electric deposit. Pass Creek Park 201 Curtin Park Road 942-3281

The park has 30 full hook-ups, which include water, sewer and electricity. Cable is not available. A new bathroom facility offers showers, bathrooms and a laundry room. Rates are $16 a day for RV full hook-up sites. Also 10-15 tent sites are available at $13 a night.

The Curtin Park Road sign is not visible from the road. If you are traveling north or south on Interstate 5, take Exit 163 and turn right before the old Coach House restaurant. That will take you straight into the park.

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Museums Blast back to Cottage Grove’s past Cottage Grove Library and Community Center F rom mining to timber to aviation to movies, Cottage Grove has had a rich history and much of it can be found in the city’s museums and libraries.

Cottage Grove Museum H Street and Birch Avenue, Phone: 942-3963 The Cottage Grove Museum is located in the only octagonally-shaped public building in the Pacific Northwest. The structure, built in 1897, once housed the city’s original Roman Catholic Church. Visitors can see displays of pioneer home life, farm and industry and Native American artifacts, plus mining tools from the Bohemia Mining District. In addition, drawings of 61 of Oregon’s covered bridges by the late Catharine Filmer, a local artist and long-time art teacher at Cottage Grove High School, are featured. The museum is open from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Summer hours (June 15 through Labor Day) are 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays.

Bohemia Gold Mining Museum 737 E. Main St., Phone: 942-8622 The newest museum in town has a new location, in a larger facility across Main Street at the old Pioneer Hardware building. The museum features the area’s rich mining history in the Calapooya Mountains southeast of Cottage Grove. Hours are 1-4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday during the summer. The museum is dedicated to Guy Leabo, a local man whose love for the mines made him a bit of a mining guru over the years. Leabo owned the Star Mine and the Crystal Basin Mine, along with various partners. He died three years ago. The one-room mining museum includes four murals painted by local artist Mike Janisch, depicting Bohemia Mountain, an assayer’s shop, Bohemia Girl tunnel and a log cabin scene. A sluice box display gives visitors an idea of how gold was collected. Various rocks, minerals, gold samples, tools, old mining equipment and other treasures fill display cases. The museum is a working museum and new items come in every day. The Bohemia Mine Owners Association, which is affiliated with the museum, still has members who work mines in the Bohemia Mining District. Donations are welcome, either in money or tools and other items. Tours are available.

photo courtesy of Cottage Grove Historical Society

700 Gibbs Ave., Library: 942-3828, Community Center: 942-1185 The Cottage Grove Library is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. More than 20,000 books, newspapers, magazines, audio cassettes, videos and several Internet computers are available.

Oregon Aviation History Center Jim Wright Field, located at 2475 Jim Wright Way., P.O. Box 553 The Oregon Aviation History Center is packed full of rare aviation antiques, photographs and memorabilia. The tan, rectangular building, next to the Cottage Grove Airport, houses a hangar, a library, office space and a workshop. At any given time, its hangar is home to one or more historical airplanes. The museum is located on Thornton Lane just off Row River Road and its volunteer staff keeps it open to the public on a limited basis. Oregon was instrumental in pioneering early aviation and the first state to license airplanes. Early Oregon pilots took to the skies in droves, leaving a legacy that the member-supported center collects, catalogs and displays. The center owns a working beacon light, one of dozens that were once set every 20 miles between Seattle and San Diego. Its collection includes a 1919 photograph of the first four airplanes to land in Cottage Grove.

Cottage Grove Genealogical Society 207 H St., Phone: 942-9570 A member of the American Genealogical Lending Library, the local facility has access to countless records nationwide. Plus, the library is home to more than 3,000 books and has file cabinets full of cemetery records, land donation claims and surname files.

Cottage Grove Historical Society 737 E. Main St., Marcia Allen, 942-2255, and Frieda Williams, 942-2233 Since the late 1980s, the society has been developing a library of information about local history to share with the public for research purposes. Library hours are Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday 1-4 pm or by appointment. The society, which has also published five books and reprinted several others, works to preserve and celebrate the history and heritage of the Cottage Grove area.

Cottage Grove Prospectors and Golddiggers Contact: Bruce McDonald, 942-3773

The Prospectors and Golddiggers is the booster club of the city and puts on the Breakfast on the Mountain during Bohemia Mining Days in mid-July. It also supports many other community events.

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Theatre Spotlight on local live theatre productions C ottage Theatre is one of the premier venues for theatrical productions in Lane County. Known for its live pit orchestra, the newly remodeled theater is located at 700 Village Drive. A bigger lobby, new children’s performance area, a new office area, two additional bathrooms and extra parking were added last spring.

The ambitious offerings of this small-town theater have increasingly grown in variety and quality since its beginnings in 1982. Today, housed in a state-of-the-art facility, loRussian spy Olga (played by Charlotte Gallagher), myscal and area actors enthrall tifies Inspector Clouseau (played by Earl Ruttencutter) in the Cottage Theatre’s 2008 production of “The Pink audiences with comedies, Panther Strikes Again.” Photo by Howard Hummel dance, dramas, musicals and youth-oriented plays. One hundred and forty-seven seats ring the stage along with four wheelchair seating areas. The theater’s newest addition is CT PLAY. This acronym for Performance and Lively Arts for Youth is a branch of the theater offering classes, workshops and weekend intensives in all things related to theater.

workouts from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. each day, culminating in an informal performance for family and friends.

July 7-20 The Melodrama Camps for 8 to14-year-olds runs from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day and includes, music theatre and dance, culminating in three public performances or an original melodrama, “Dr. Amnesia Trance’s Hypnotic Show,” or “Mining Memories Down a Long Dark Hole.” Performance Dates are July 18 and 19 at 7 p.m. and July 18 and 19 at 7 p.m., followed by a matinee Sunday, July 20 at 2:30 p.m.

Eugene Ballet Academy Eugene Ballet Theatre is conducting classes at Cottage theatre this year. Registration Forms available at www.eugeneballetacademy. org or at 686-9342. July 21-25 Ballet Meets Broadway, Ages 8-10 July 28-August 1 Beginning/Intermediate Ballet August 4-8 Ballet Meets Broadway, ages 11-15

entro is Cottage Grove’s avant garde community theater and wildest, untamed art space. Centro’s mission is to provide a venue for all forms of artistic expression in the Grove, including finding a role for anyone and everyone that wants to be involved in theater. To this end, they have hosted first time thespians from ages 9 to 60. The theater is renowned for its puppets, offbeat politics, and use of recycled objects. Centro is managed by Ivan and Olive DelSol, and is the proud home-base of the All Species Day Parade and the Cottage Grove Drama Rascals, our local teen theater troupe. Rodleen Getsic plays Diva Bluefin in Centro’s 2008 production of “Soundwave.” Photo by Joe Hansen

The annual Children’s Summer Theater Camp runs July 7-20. This is the fourth year of the event, which gains in popularity every year. This year’s camp will include preparation and rehearsal of an original melodrama to be cast with campers. Five performances during Bohemia Mining Days will be presented. The Cottage Theatre is a not-for-profit venture based on an all-volunteer organization. Regular season plays begin at 8 o’clock on Friday and Saturday (and sometimes Thursday) evenings. Sunday matinees begin at 2:30 p.m. Single ticket prices for musicals are $19 for adults and $18 for seniors and students. Plays are $13 for adults and $11 for seniors and students. Patrons can select and reserve seats by telephone at 942-8001 or order tickets online at www.cottagetheatre. org. Cottage Theatre has a full schedule of activities this season. A tip to the wise: Reserve tickets early because the first two shows of 2008 were sold out. June 13-28 “Harvey,” the Pulitzer Prize winning play by Mary Chase made famous by Jimmy Stewart and a big white rabbit. August 1-17 “Forever Plaid” is a musical revue extraordinarily popular wherever it appears. The show keeps audiences rolling in the aisles while humming along to some of the great nostalgic hits of the 1950’s. October 3-18 “A Streetcar Named Desire,” a timeless classic and a Pulitzer Prize winner of 1947,

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is a tour de force which shouldn’t be missed. Directed by Reva Kaufman. August 22-30 “The Gin Game.” A “CT Extra,” this timeless 1978 Pulitzer Prize Winner is full of poignant humor as two strangers meet in a nursing home and begin an ongoing gin game that brings each one face to face with the realities of their lives. Summer Workshops June 23-27 Skit Camp: This half-day workshop brings 5-8 year-olds together for music and theatre

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Olympic Trials Events T

he U.S. Olympic Trials will be heading for Eugene this summer, focusing worldwide attention on the Willamette Valley. Cottage Grove has some fantastic events planned for visitors expected during the Trials, held June 27-July 6, 2008. The fun begins Wednesday, June 25, with a performance by Accordions Anonymous for the first installment of Cottage Groveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Concert in the Park series at Coiner Park. Concerts will be held each successive Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Before the concert, check out the Cottage Grove Growerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market, also at Coiner Park, which begins at 4 p.m. and ends around 8:30. On Friday, June 27, Cottage Groveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Art Walk offers the chance to view the creations of local artisans in a cozy setting downtown. This special edition of the Art Walk will feature sidewalk sales and fun for the entire family. After the Art Walk, Cottage Grove will be hosting its first Gold Dust Electric Parade. The event begins

at nightfall, around 9:30 p.m., and will feature floats lit up in an endless variety of ways. Individuals and groups will congregate and parade down River Road, showing off their lights in a dazzling display. The next morning, June 28, features the Gold Rush 5K Run/Walk. The race, which begins at 8 a.m., will take participants through much of beautiful downtown Cottage Grove, including a run past two of our famous covered bridges. Raffle prizes, including tickets to that eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s events at the Olympic Trials, will be in abundance. As a special bonus, Cottage Grove native and two-time Olympian Dyrol Burleson will be on hand to start the race. The evening of June 28 will feature the Cottage Theatreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s production of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Harvey,â&#x20AC;? the classic stage hit that tells the story of Elwood P. Dowd and his imaginary human-sized rabbit friend, Harvey. The show will be another in a long line of world-class community theatre offerings from the Theatre. Shows will take place at 8

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Summer/Fall Events Schedule All Summer

Park. Fireworks, dusk at High School.

Wednesdays Concerts in Coiner Park. Weekly. 6:30 p.m., June 25-Aug. 7

July 11-12: NPRA Rodeo at CG Rodeo Grounds

Wednesdays CG Growers’ Market. Coiner Park, 4 p.m.-8 p.m.

July 13-15: Creswell All-School Reunion and Ice Cream Social July 17-20: Bohemia Mining Days, Coiner Park, CG July 17, Kiddie Parade at 11 a.m., Main Street

Weekends Live music, King Estate Marketplace Last Fridays Art Walk, Downtown Cottage Grove. Monthly. 5-8 p.m.

July 17, Grand Miners’ Parade, 10 a.m., Main Street July 20, Chuckwagon Breakfast at Bohemia Saddle, 6 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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July 18: Youth Advisory Council Battle of the Bands, Cottage Grove

May 18-19: Creswell Community Yard Sale

July 18: Full Moon Mystery Ride, Rainy Peak Cyclery, 9 p.m.

June 2008 June 2: Rock n’ Bowl, Liberty Lanes, Cottage Grove June 13: Youth Advisory Council/City of Cottage Grove Movie in the Park, 9:30 p.m., Coiner Park, Cottage Grove June 13-28: “Harvey” at Cottage Theatre, 8 p.m. June 15: Eddy Merckx Birthday Ride, 10 a.m., Rainy Peak Cyclery, Cottage Grove

July 20: All-denominational Party, Creswell Park & Creswell “Run for the Kids,” 8 a.m. at Holt Park July 18-20: Mountain Bike OR in Oakridge July 26: South Lane Cruisers Show n’ Shine Car Show, Cottage Grove July 29: Midnight Mystery Ride, 12 a.m., Rainy Peak Cyclery, Cottage Grove

June 19: CG Library Summer Reading Kickoff, 1 p.m.

July 31: Street Dance, Creswell

June 22-23: Cottage Grove Relay for Life, noon to noon

August 2008 August 1-3: Coast Fork Cowboy Festival, Creswell

July 2008 July 4: Creswell Independence Day Parade at 11 a.m. Events all day at Holt

August 1-17: “Forever Plaid,” an American musical, Cottage Theatre

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August 11: Creswell “Party in the Park,” Holt Park

September 6: Creswell Airport Community Day, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

August 15-17: Mountain Bike OR in Oakridge

September 12-13: Cycle Oregon, statewide cyclists’ race, arriving about 2 p.m., Schwartz Park near Dorena Lake

August 18: Cottage Grove “Party in the Park,” Coiner Park August 22: “The Gin Game,” Cottage Theatre

September 20-21: Gathering of Gardeners, Village Green, Cottage Grove Territorial Seed “Northwest Tomato Taste-Off”

August 24: Creswell Concert in the Park, Summer Bands

September 28: Village Uncorked Gala, Village Green, Cottage Grove

August 22-24: WOE Cottage Grove Family Fair

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Aug. 30: “Run the Dam Loop,” 15 K road run around Cottage Grove Lake

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October 3-18: “A Streetcar Named Desire” at Cottage Theatre October 18: Buster Keaton Days, Downtown Cottage Grove

September 2008 September 2: First day of school in Creswell September 5: First day of school in Cottage Grove

October 31: Halloween Costume Ride, 6 p.m., Rainy Peak Cyclery, Cottage Grove

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October 4: Downtown Chili Cook-Off, Cottage Grove

August 25: Back to School Ride, 4 p.m., Rainy Peak Cyclery, Cottage Grove

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Dining & Lodging Delicatessens CG’s Deli 605 S. Fifth St. (541) 767-0255 Jasper’s Deli 166 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-7156 Lucky 7’s Deli 354 Hwy. 99S

Koffee Kup 1241 Hwy 99N Cottage Grove (541) 942-7710 Pink House 1408 E. Main St. (541) 942-0533 Stacy’s Covered Bridge Restaurant 401 E. Main St. (541) 767-0320

Restaurants Adela’s Kitchen 2715 Row River Road (541) 942-7663

Szechwan Chinese 1140 Hwy. 99N (541) 942-9338

Aromaz Café 811 E. Main St., Suite G (541) 942-1871

La Bella Italian Bistro & Bakery 940 Geer Ave. (541) 942-9490

Backstage Bakery 25 E. 7th St. (541) 767-0233 Big Stuff Barbecue 733 Main St. (541) 942-3999 Bonanza 505 Highway 99S (541) 942-4188 Café Orion 510 E. Main St. 942-7383 Café Sheilagh 1043 Hwy 99N (541) 942-5510 Cottage Restaurant & Bar 2915 Row River Road (541) 942-3091 El Paraiso Mexican Restaurant 3015 Row River Rd. 942-5688 Fleur De Lis Bakery & Cafe 616 E. Main St. 767-0700 Hidden Valley Restaurant & Lounge 767-0557 King’s Chinese Restaurant 1435 Hwy 99N (541) 942-5777

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Torero’s Family Mexican Restaurant 1205 Hwy 99N (541) 942-1155 Vintage Inn Restaurant 1590 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-7144 Village Green Restaurant & Lounge 725 Row River Rd. (541) 942-2491

Pizza Little Caesar’s Pizza 24 N. Ninth St. (541) 942-2551 Pinocchio’s Pizza 1795 E. Main St. (541) 942-5531 Figaro’s Italian Kitchen 1205 Hwy 99N (541) 942-8575 Papa Murphy’s 154 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-0892 Domino’s Pizza 225 N 14th St. 942-1100

Fast Food Arby’s 140 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-9228

Burger King 1275 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-8153 Carl’s Jr. Restaurant 1565 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-8280 Dairy Queen 714 Hwy 99S (541) 942-2916 Kentucky Fried Chicken 1530 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-7505 McDonald’s 1520 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-0024 Subway 2715 Row River Road (541) 942-1931 Taco Bell 2710 Row River Road (541) 767-0192

Taverns and Pubs Axe and Fiddle 657 E. Main St. (541) 942-5942

Bed & Breakfasts Bed & Breakfast Association (541) 942-2049 Apple Inn Bed & Breakfast 30697 Kenady Lane Cottage Grove, OR 97424 (541) 942-2393 Big K Guest Ranch 20029 Highway 138 W. Elkton, OR 97436 1-800-390-2445

The Gray Cat Inn 337 N. 9th St. Cottage Grove, OR 97424 (541) 942-1900

Motels/Hotels City Center Motel of Cottage Grove 737 Highway 99S Cottage Grove, OR 97424 (541) 942-8322 Comfort Inn 845 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-9747 1-800-944-0287

Le Roost Lorane 80311 Old Lorane Road Eugene, OR 97405 767-1777 Lily of the Field 35722 Ross Lane Cottage Grove, OR 97424 (541) 942-2049 Carousel House 78215 S Cedar Park Road Cottage Grove, OR 97424 (541) 942-0046

Holiday Inn Express 1601 Gateway Blvd. Cottage Grove, OR 97424 (541) 942-1000 Relax Inn 1030 Highway 99N Cottage Grove, OR 97424 (541) 942-5132

Village Green Resort 725 Row River Road Cottage Grove, OR 97424 (541) 942-2491

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Cottage Grove RV Village 77440 Highway 99S Cottage Grove, OR 97424 (541) 767-0068 Pass Creek Park 201 Curtin Park Road Cottage Grove, OR 97424 (541) 942-3281 Shoreview Park 36360 Shoreview Drive Dorena, OR 97434 (541) 946-1436 Village Green RV Park 725 Row River Road Cottage Grove, OR 97424 (541) 942-2491

Bohemia Tavern 48 N. Ninth St. Grove Tavern & Café 521 Main St. (541) 942-5152 Great Western Pub Sports Bar & Grill 802 E. Whiteaker Ave. (541) 942-5295 The Tap-N-Keg 1704 E. Main St. (541) 942-8713

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Wineries Thank goodness for Oregon grapes F or decades South Lane County has been known for its beautiful scenery and recreational opportunities. The rivers and lakes have long attracted visitors. But in recent years, South Lane County has added a new attraction: wineries. The Willamette Valley with its rich topsoil and mild weather is a great place for vineyards. In recent years several growers have planted hundreds of acres to grapes — pinots are a favorite — and their efforts have paid off. Many wineries have added tasting rooms that allow visitors to sample their products, and one can easily visit several in a day. A suggested route is to start with Saginaw Vineyard, approximately two miles north of Cottage Grove. It is located on Delight Valley School Road, off Saginaw East Road, and can be accessed either from Interstate 5 (Exit 176) or Highway 99. From there one can return to Cottage Grove and drive through town on Main Street to Lorane Road, then continue westward to Territorial Highway. Chateau Lorane, King Estate and Silvan Ridge-Hinman Vineyards can be accessed from Territorial. A new addition, Sweet Cheeks Winery, is another welcome stop on the route. Following is a listing of South Lane County wineries, their locations and specialties. A word of caution: Having a designated driver is suggested. Many of these wineries are accessed by narrow, winding roads, and driving under the influence (.08 in Oregon) is illegal.

Saginaw Vineyards 80247 Delight Valley School Road Cottage Grove Phone: 942-1364 E-mail: wine2be@epud.net Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. daily The vineyard, which is located on a historic farm north of Cottage Grove, is

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owned by Scott and Cheryl Byler. They moved to the farm in 1990 and planted their first grapes in 1992.

1,100 feet and cool, prevailing northwest winds that keep vineyard temperatures moderate.

The vineyard specializes in pinot noir, pinot noir blanc and pinot gris. The Bylers contract with a winery to make their wines. Between 700 and 750 cases are produced a year.

The French-chateau-style winery sits atop a hill and includes a restaurant, wine bar and state-of-the-art winemaking facility. The restaurant features wine and food pairings incorporating vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers grown in our organic gardens and orchards.

Chateau Lorane 27415 Siuslaw River Road, Lorane Phone: 942-8028, Fax: 942-5830 E-mail: info@chateaulorane.com Web site: www.chateaulorane.com Hours: Noon-5 p.m. seven days a week May 1-September. Event: Fine Art & Wine Festival, Memorial Day Weekend, May 26-28, 11:30 a.m.6 p.m. Admission: $10 provides entry, free wine glass and wine-tasting. Live music and local artists. Catered food for sale provided by Flavors. Located 13 miles west of Cottage Grove, Chateau Lorane is owned by Linde and Sharon Kester, who planted a 30-acre vineyard in 1984. The tasting room is on a 200-acre estate with tall stands of fir trees and a private lake.

King Estate offers complimentary tastings of its current release wines, or choose from our extensive flight and library lists that include rare and exceptional wines from past vintages. The King Estate Marketplace is our seasonal outdoor market and the home of our estate-grown organic produce. Over 25 acres of certified organic gardens and orchards provide a wide variety of farm fresh produce, beautiful fresh cut flowers and even organic plants for your home garden. The King Estate culinary department prepares gourmet sandwiches, wraps and salads from local and estategrown ingredients that can be enjoyed on the Marketplace patio overlooking the vineyards.

Its group of wines features pinot noir, chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon and merlot, as well as many special wines.

Silvan Ridge/Hinman Vineyards

The Kesters say Linde likes to make nontraditional blends and enjoys using obscure grape varieties to make wines as distinctive as possible.

27012 Briggs Hill Road, Eugene Phone: 345-1945 E-mail: info@silvanridge.com Web site: www.silvanridge.com Hours: Noon to 5 p.m. daily Events: Memorial Day Weekend Celebration, May 26-28, noon to 5 p.m.

Chateau Lorane is available for weddings and other events.

King Estate 80854 Territorial Road, Lorane Phone: 942-9874, Fax: 942-9867 E-mail: tours@kingestate.com Web site: www.kingestate.com Hours: Restaurant and Wine Bar open daily 11-8 p.m., Marketplace open seasonally 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Special tours available. King Estate is located west of Cottage Grove near the town of Lorane.The 1033acre estate provides a mountain vineyard site with elevations ranging from 800 to

Silvan Ridge/Hinman Vineyards is located northwest of Cottage Grove, off Territorial Highway. It was established in 1979 and in November 1993, Hinman released its Silvan Ridge brand of reserve wines featuring pinot noir, pinot gris, chardonnay and merlot. The facilities include a dining room as well as banquet and tasting rooms, all decorated in a European-vintage style. The facilities are available for weddings and other events.

Iris Hill Winery

82110 Territorial Road, Eugene Phone: 345-1617, Fax: 895-9879 E-mail: info@iris-hill.com Web site: www.iris-hill.com Hours: Thursday through Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.

Iris Hill, which is owned by Richard Boyles and Pamela Frye, produces fruit from its 44-acre vineyard for Iris Hill wines.

Iris Hill doesn’t own a winery and instead sends its fruit to selected local wineries. The site, called Chalice Vineyard, was purchased in 1990 and the first vines planted in 1996. The first fruit was produced in 1999 and Iris Hill wines were introduced with the 2001 vintage.

The 2001 and 2002 vintages were crushed, fermented, aged and bottled as Iris Hill at Territorial Wine Co. in Eugene.

Iris Hill specializes in pinot noir, pinot gris and chardonnay. The wines are available for tasting at Territorial Wine Co. in Eugene. Its wines are produced from its 44acre estate vineyard.The winery practices sustainable viticulture and is salmon safe and LIVE certified.

Sweet Cheeks Winery

26961 Briggs Hill Road. Eugene, Website: www.sweetcheekswinery. com Contact: lorrie@sweetcheekswinery.com Phone: 1-877-309-WINE (9463) or 1-541-349-WINE (9463) Event: Memorial Weekend Open House, May 26-28. 12-6 p.m.

The 65-acre Estate Vineyard sits on 140 acres of prime sloping hillside located in the heart of the Willamette Valley wine appellation. The vineyard grows: Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Riesling varietals. Overlooking the Briggs Hill Valley, Sweet Cheeks Winery offers breathtaking views and old-world charm.

The 50-year old building was originally built in Junction City, Oregon. Scheduled for destruction in 2003, the building was rescued by vineyard owner, Dan Smith. It was then reassembled at the top of the Vineyards and is now the site for a beauti-

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Wineries, cont. The Sixth Annual Summer Barrel Tour Join the Wineries of Lane County for the Sixth Annual Summer Barrel Tour May 31 and June 7. Wineries to be visited: Saturday, May 31: Saginaw Vineyard, King Estate Winery, Iris Vineyard, Silvan Ridge-Hinman Vineyards, Chateau Lorane, Sweet Cheeks Winery Saturday, June 7: Benton-Lane Winery, High Pass Winery, LaVelle Vineyards Pfeiffer Vineyards, Secret House Winery, Noble Estate Each day a deluxe charter bus will tour six wineries, each having appetizers paired with three wine selections. A one-day pass is $60 (Tickets West surcharges not included). King Estate Winery, courtesy photo

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Bohemia Mining Days

The Bloomer Parade brings old-timey feel to the first evening of Bohemia Mining Days,Thursday, July 17. Photo by Matt Emrich.

Celebrating our “Mining Memories” T he 49th installment of Bohemia Mining Days will take place July 17-20, and visitors and locals alike will notice new attractions sprinkled in with their old favorites.

This year’s theme, “Mining Memories,” offers many activities in keeping with Cottage Grove’s unique history as a center of mining activity. The fun begins at 4 p.m. Thursday, when vendors open their businesses. Last year’s inaugural Bloomer Parade drew about 60 participants decked in bloomers and period costumes. Thursday evening will feature another bloomer extravaganza at 7 p.m., and BMD hopes for many more participants. Throughout the festival, organizers hope to see folks dressed in costumes that recall the golden age of mining in Cottage Grove. A costume contest for local businesses will be held during

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the day to reward unique interpretations of the mining memories theme, and another costume contest will take place Saturday.

An exciting addition to this year’s festival will be the participation of Brad Mowreider, a Cottage Grove resident who offers an uncanny portrayal of John Ordway, who achieved fame as a guide and scout for the Lewis and Clark expedition. Mowreider will dazzle festival-goers with a Lewis and Clark Challenge, where he’ll take challenges from the audience to discuss topics relevant to the historical period, subjects like food, clothing and guiding expeditions through the wilderness. The 49th BMD will have everything its fans have come to love, from the climbing rock wall to the kid zone, carnival and the Miner’s Dinner, which takes place at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.

The Youth Talent Contest has been converted to a talent show, which will showcase up to 18 of Cottage Grove’s most talented acts performing for the crowds on Saturday afternoon. The Youth Advisory Council’s Battle of the Bands enters its fourth successful year. Bands will compete Friday evening for the chance to headline Saturday’s show. Last year’s cherry pit spittin’ contest was lots of fun, and the horseshoe competition promises more. The Prospectors and Golddiggers will be hosting the Kiddie Parade and Breakfast on the Mountain. The Cottage Theatre will hold special Mining Memories presentations, and the Chuck Wagon Breakfast Sunday morning is ever-popular. Cowboy Buck and Elizabeth will also be on hand to direct the live entertainment and perform their unforgettable act. Bohemia Mining Days features over 100 vendors and well over 12,000

visitors for the four-day event. Presale tickets for the carnival will be offered at Ray’s and Bi-Mart beginning June 1. Space is still available for vendors but is filling up fast. On June 5-6, Ray’s will be hosting a barbecue benefit for BMD. BMD is proud to have Pacific Power as a presenting sponsor of this year’s festival.

In conjunction with this year’s festival, plans are already underway for next year, the 50th anniversary of Bohemia Mining Days. The festival will take place throughout an entire week. Festival organizers hope to involve a large segment of the Cottage Grove community in planning the event. A national advertising campaign should draw visitors by the thousands. Planning is in its preliminary stages, but a quilting bee and barbeque contest are sure to be favorites.

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Cottage Grove Speedway O

n a Saturday night in Cottage Grove, the Cottage Grove Speedway is the place to be. “The Grove,” a gem of Cottage Grove for over 50 years, has dazzled fans with side-byside racing and blazing speeds. The track is unique in shape and also boasts one of the fastest times for a single lap in the world. The speedway is a ¼ track and races every Saturday night from April to September.

Sprint Car Series (ASCS)-Northwest Region. The July date is on a Tuesday and is the second of six races for the annual Speedweek Northwest tour. You can see drivers from the states of Oregon, Washington, Northern California, Montana, Alaska, Idaho and who knows a driver from Hawaii raced last year. Also drivers from the Canadian Provinces of Alberta and British Columbia will be on hand.

The classes include Late Models, Modifieds, Limited Sprints, All-American Street Stocks, and 360 Sprints. Every Saturday night these drivers duke it out at the fastest and most competitive track in the Northwest hands down. Also the track features a successful karting program for some young and up-and-comers and drivers that just want to have fun. These are run on Friday nights on May 23, June 20, July 25, Aug. 1 and 15, and Sept. 5 and 12.

On June 14, July 12, Aug. 9 and Sept. 13, the Cottage Grove Speedway will host the Warriors on Dirt Pacific Coast Fast Trak Crate Late Model Series. These cars run specially purchased crate motors allowing close completion and they are always competitive against our local open motor entrees. The “Turf War” continues as Open vs. Crate look to out duel on an-

Some events to put on the calendar are June 7 and July 15, featuring the local 360 Sprint series the American

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other be sure and be there. Also on July 14 will be the annual Modified Nationals and expect to see great competition with drivers from all over the state looking to take the crown. Jon DeBenedetti of Medford has won the race three straight times and is looking for the four-peat this year. Another interesting event that is put on once a year is the Gene Romero Flat Track Motorcycle Series. This race is run on Friday, July 11 and is always exciting to see these daredevils rip around the track. And speaking of July — don’t miss our annual fireworks display on July 4, featuring the awesome “Wall of Fire”. And closing out the month of July is the Third Annual Mark Howard

Whether it is your hundredth time or first time, we hope you can come and enjoy the races at the Cottage Grove Speedway in a fun, safe, and family-friendly atmosphere.

Memorial. This is a great race in remembrance of a great man who tragically lost his life in the fall of 2005. It is a race that sees many drivers turn out to honor our friend.

And the last big race of the year is no doubt the biggest of the season — the return of the World of Outlaws on Tuesday, Sept. 2. This series is made up of 410 Sprints and is a band of gypsies that race over 80 times a year and crisscross the country many times. This race is the only race in Oregon and will be the thirteenth visit by the Outlaws, who are celebrating 30 years, at the Grove. An Open Comp Late Model show will also take place as a support class. Tickets can be ordered at 541-942-3335.

Whether it is your hundredth time or first time, we hope you can come and enjoy the races at the Cottage Grove Speedway in a fun, safe, and family-friendly atmosphere. For ticket prices and times log on to cottagegrovespeedway.com. As for now I’ll see you at the races.

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Grower’s Markets The Cottage Grove Grower’s Market will be moving this summer

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to Coiner Park, where it will operate on Wednesday afternoons beginning at 4 p.m. The Grower’s Market begins this year on May 7 and run until October. Markets will coincide with the Concerts in the Park series. Local vendors sell seasonally fresh produce, plants, starts, crafts, prepared food and refreshments in an open-air market atmosphere that welcomes adults and children alike.

• Year Round Florist and Gift Shop • Local Delivery Available • Nursery Starting in April • Produce — July-October We pick or U-pick Vegetables

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In addition to the Grower’s Market, local growers selling fresh picked produce include:

Eden Valley Farm

Ziniker Orchard

U-pick and picked berries, 942-2216, 77698 Mosby Creek Road, 4 miles east of town, Mondays-Saturdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Patton’s Country Gardens

The Gathering of Gardeners, Sept. 20-21, is a highly anticipated yearly event at the Village Green Resort, 725 Row River Road. The event is co-sponsored by Territorial Seed Co. Everything for the serious or novice gardener is on display. Vendors and exhibits include a variety of hardy plants, ornamental, vegetables and art for the home and garden. Knowledgeable gardening experts and speakers provide demonstrations and workshops. One of the highlights of the day is Territorial’s “Great Northwest Tomato Taste-Off.” A panel of expert judges sample plate after plate of tomato bites, eventually choosing the “best of the best” homegrown tomatoes. Everyone is welcome to enter and even ugly tomatoes are eligible because they are judged by taste, not looks. Competitors receive prizes and recognition for their efforts.

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Outdoor Adventure An Outdoorsman’s Paradise, by Dean Finnerty R

esidents and visitors to southern Lane and northern Douglas County need only look out their back doors to find a plethora of outdoor activities. In fact, there is probably nowhere else on earth that offers such a wide variety of outdoor activities than this specific part of the globe. I’ll try to introduce the readers to as many of them as I can. Here we go! For the fishermen (and women) we have lakes, reservoirs, rivers, streams, bays and ponds. Hundreds of them! There are literally thousands of miles of shoreline to explore. You can fish everyday throughout the year in our area. Trout, Bass, Salmon, Steelhead, Shad, Sturgeon, Striped Bass, Catfish, Perch, Bluegill, Dungeness and Red Rock Crab, and even Crawfish are all available within an hour’s drive or less. You can fish from a boat or the bank, wade a stream or hike into a mountain lake. The variations are endless. In fact, as a local fishing guide, one of my most requested trips are combination trips where we target several different species during a single outing. The 2008 season will present anglers wanting to pursue Chinook

(King) Salmon with significant challenges. As of this writing, most of the west coast ports along the pacific will suffer the worst salmon season ever. Chinook Salmon stocks from the Sacramento River basin have crashed completely over the past several seasons. Since these salmon roam and feed extensively along Oregon and Washington, fisheries managers and even the commercial salmon fisherman themselves have recognized the need to protect what Sacramento Salmon are left and salmon fishing along the coast has been shut down. In the coming weeks, regulations will be adopted for the Coho Salmon fishery and folks are hopeful that we will at least be able to fish for them this coming summer and fall. Keep in mind that these extreme closures (at least so far) will only affect the ocean salmon fishing. Once salmon enter their natal rivers, we should be able to fish for them. Expectations are dismally low for returning spring chinook salmon to the Willamette river and its tributaries such as the Santiam and McKenzie rivers. This will certainly affect our Dexter Dam area (upper Willamette) and McKenzie River salmon fisheries that we have all come to enjoy. Photo by Dean Finnerty

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I personally plan on just changing my species focus during this summer season. Instead of planning a lot of Salmon trips, I’m simply going to spend more time flyfishing for trout, smallmouth bass and summer steelhead. This ability to adapt and go after species that are abundant when other stocks are down is one of the reasons I love living here. For the hunters we have Deer, Elk, Bear, Ducks, Geese, Grouse, Quail, Pheasants, and world class Turkey hunting. In the hills, wetlands and mountains of our area, hunters can pursue their quarry nearly all year long.

The heavy snows of this past winter are delaying some spring hunting seasons. For example, Black Bears have been slow to exit their dens where they’ve spent the past several months in hibernation. A colder and wetter than usual spring is causing some delays in the Turkey mating season and avid Turkey hunters are worrying about turkey chick mortality if the weather doesn’t change.

Archery season begins in late August and can continue into the New Year. Bird hunters can take to the field in late summer and continue their sport until late winter. Rifle seasons are often much shorter than archery and migratory or up-

The list of potential equipment the intrepid outdoorsmen in our area may find useful or necessary to engage in their chosen activity could fill volumes of books. Here is a VERY short list of items that each person may find useful. Fishing

Hunting

Most game fish in our area can be pursued with a minimum amount of gear. A spinning rod in the 6 ½’ to 8’ length with a medium-light action can be used to catch everything from trout to steelhead. A decent spinning reel spooled up with 6-8 lb. test monofilament should complete your outfit. Of course if you’re going after larger species such as Chinook Salmon, Striped Bass or Sturgeon, you’ll have to “super-size” your gear to handle these incredible fighters. Folks at our local Bi-Mart store can point you in the right direction. I prefer to fly fish for basically everything that swims. I make use of single hand fly rods that vary from little a 8’ 3 weight all the way up to a 15’ 10 weight “Spey” rod. Row River rainbows and cutthroat trout can be taken during the summer months with a variety of popular fly patterns. Size 10-14 prince nymphs or hares-ear nymphs take sub-surface feeding trout. For surface feeding trout, particularly during warm summer evenings, I do well dead-drifting tiny elk-hair caddis patterns and small mayfly imitations such as an Adams dry fly in sizes 14-18. Be sure to pinch your barbs to aid in releasing these wonderful trout.

For hunters pursuing their sport in the field, a thorough understanding of the game laws is a good idea. Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife make the regulations available in booklet form that can be picked up for free at BiMart or Wal-Mart. The regulations are also available on-line in a PDF format by visiting ODFW’s website.

Boating Boaters wanting to enjoy our varied waterways can find useful information by visiting the State Marine Board’s website located at www.boatoregon. com. I enjoy running my jet boat during the summer months at both Dorena and Cottage Grove Reservoir. My boys and I can troll for trout or work the shorelines of both lakes for the trophy sized Largemouth bass that inhabit both lakes. A driftboat makes running our local rivers a lot of fun, plus it provides anglers with an opportunity to safely cover a lot more water than could be covered from shore. Be sure to know your equipment and USE IT! Always wear your lifejacket to avoid tragedy.

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Outdoor Adventure, continued land bird seasons but again, a wide variety of options are available. Fall big game hunts have been a tradition since Oregon was settled in the 1800’s. The shooting sports available in our area are also excellent. Muzzleloader shops and clubs offer these “traditional weapons” enthusiasts a chance to meet other like-minded folks and enjoy a day a field making lots of smoke and smiles. One of the oldest trap and skeet shooting clubs around is located just north of Cottage Grove on Hwy. 99 near Walker, Oregon. Boaters of all kinds can enjoy the waterways of our area. From kayakers looking for major league white water thrills to the weekend boaters looking for good water skiing or re-

laxing cruises along beautiful scenic lakes, it’s all here. Dorena and Cottage Grove Reservoir are among my family’s favorite destinations during the summer months, where we spend nearly every afternoon and evening swimming in the cool waters. Hikers, backpackers and campers have literally more places to explore than they could possibly checkout in a lifetime. Primitive campgrounds to full-blown RV parks dot the landscape from the crest of the Cascade mountain range just to our east all the way to the Coastal Range to the west. So, with all this variety, where does one go to start locating information that is more specific to our particular

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and hard to find a place on this planet that offers more than our area. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or just passing through, an enjoyable afternoon, weekend or whole season awaits those who just get out there and enjoy these great woods, waters and wetlands. Photo by Billie Jo Miller

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Golf Hit the Greens for 18 Holes Hidden Valley Golf Course 775 N. River Road Phone: 942-3046 Located at the foot of Mount David, Hidden Valley Golf course is home to gigantic old oak trees and bounded by Bennett Creek and coastal Willamette rivers. The course is charming, peaceful and secluded, but with two par fives in the first four holes, it’s also a challenge. The atmosphere at Hidden Valley is relaxed and friendly. Dan Nord, the course’s owner and operator, is often found on the course to improve its playability. Hidden Valley was established in 1929 and is one of the oldest courses in Oregon. It is also known for its exceptional value with green fees starting at $9 for nine holes.

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Adjacent to the course is a restaurant and banquet facility with a beautiful large-windowed view from the dining area and a deck overlooking the course and nearby pond. It’s a great place for receptions, private parties and meetings for up to 125 people.

Middlefield Golf Course 91 Village Drive Phone: 942-8730 The purchase of Middlefield Golf Course by the City of Cottage Grove made the course the only municipal course in South Lane County. Middlefield greets visitors to Cottage Grove coming from the north as it sits on both sides of Interstate 5 just north of

Exit 174. A par-67 course, it totals 5,000 yards. The course has a lone par-5 hole, No. 15, which is a double-dog leg, 492-yard hole. Middlefield also has men’s and women’s clubs, as well as a pro shop and concessions. The course is also open to tournament bookings through the summer. Call the course for more information.

Emerald Valley Golf Club 83301 Dale Kuni Road, Creswell Phone: 895-2174 www.emeraldvalleygolf.com One of the nicest courses in Lane County, Emerald Valley is located about 10 miles north of Cottage Grove. A champion-

ship-length course measured at 6,945 total yards, it plays to a par 72 for men and par 73 for women. The fifth hole, a 438yard par 4, is Emerald Valley’s toughest. The course recently saw a number of renovations, including the addition of about 30 new bunkers and installation of a new irrigation system.

Greens fees Monday through Thursday cost $40 for 18 holes. On weekends, Friday through Sunday, 18 holes cost $45. Seniors and students are eligible for a discount.

Emerald Valley offers various memberships, as well as summer program for junior golfers.

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Trap/skeet shooting

Cottage Grove BMX Track 33327 Row River Road One of only 10 such tracks in the state, the 900-foot-long Todd Kephart Memorial Track supports some 500 ABA-member riders.The track is open for public use at other times. The track can be reached at 942-9275 or via Internet at http://www.geocities.com/cg_ bmx. To reach the track from the Interstate 5 Cottage Grove exit, take Row River Road east for about two miles. The track is on the left just past the weigh station.

Cottage Grove/Eugene Sportsmen’s Club 81078 Pacific Highway, between Cottage Grove and Creswell Phone: 942-2021 Shoot trap, skeet targets or the new five-stand sporting clay. Summer hours are 5 to 9 p.m. each Tuesday and every Sunday at 10 a.m. Prices are $3 a round for members, $5 a round for non-members. Memberships are $130/year.

Biking

Photo by Jerry Thompson

Lorane Road For a mostly flat ride that passes lovely pastures and picturesque views of the hills, follow Main Street west of town, which in less than a mile becomes Lorane Road. Strong riders can climb the hill that begins about seven miles out, using their bike’s lowest gears, and those who are very ambitious can go on to Lorane, 15 miles out. The road has light to moderate traffic, but it also has a paved wide shoulder ideal for biking. Lower Brice Creek Road Another country route to try is on Lower Brice Creek Road, which begins about 15 miles from town past Culp Creek. The narrow, little traveled road begins off Row River Road on the left for those coming from town. It offers an easy ride past a creek and countryside pastures.

Bowling Liberty Lanes Phone: 942-8441 Liberty Lanes, located at 1141 N. Pacific Highway, features a wall of alleys, as well as games, concessions and a dining area. Call for seasonal hours.

Swimming Warren H. Daugherty Aquatic Center 1440 S. Eighth St. Phone: 942-5533 Year-round indoor swimming pool at the old high school. Depth ranges from 3 to 10 feet and features include two one-meter diving boards. The pool offers times for open swims, family swims, lap swims and summer classes, as well as a swim team and water polo. Call for available times and fees. Sharp’s Creek swimming hole Deep pools of cold, clear water and great rocks beckon divers of all skill levels. To reach the hole, follow Row River Road above Dorena to Sharp’s Creek Road and turn right. The recreation area is several miles down on the left. Tarzan’s hole To reach the popular swimming site known as Tarzan’s hole, follow Main Street to Mosby Creek Road, and continue straight on Blue Mtn. School Rd. for a total of six and a half miles from town. It’s on the left.

Tennis Coiner Park Tennis Courts Phone: 942-3349 Keys for accessing the courts on the east side of the park are available through the city Public Works department at City Hall. Keyholders must be at least age 14.

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