January 2016 Mazama Magazine

JAN. 2016 • VOL. 98 | NO. 1

Nutrition, Training & Fitness Issue

Start 2016 off right!

Being Found: Are You Prepared?

Best & Easiest Dark Chocolate Calling All Desk Jockeys Off Season Training Tips of Mazama Climb Leaders

Features

Contact Us

Mazama Staff

Being Found: Are You Prepared? p. 6 Portland Alpine Fest Recap, p. 8 Off Season Training Secrets of Mazama Climb Leaders, p. 10 Best & Easiest Dark Chocolate, p. 11 Calling All Desk Jockeys, p. 12 Hiking the Gorges of Steens Mountain, p. 14 Gear Up! Hiking in the Wet & Cold Oregon Weather, p. 15 Book Review: Feed Zone Portables, p. 16 Combatting Winter’s Aches & Pains with Nutrition, p. 17 Mazama Awards, p. 28

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Lee Davis • Executive Director • lee@mazamas.org Jamie Anderson •Member Services Manager jamie@mazamas.org Adam Baylor • Stewardship & Advocacy Manager • adam@mazamas.org Sarah Bradham • Marketing & Publications Manager • sarah@mazamas.org Mathew Brock • Library & Historical Collections Manager • mathew@mazamas.org Laura Burger • Membership & Development Assistant • laura@mazamas.org Kati Mayfield • Volunteer Manager • kati@mazamas.org Charles Barker • Mazama Lodge Manager • mazama.lodge@mazamas.org

Monthly Columns Volunteer Opportunities, p. 5 Mazama Families, p. 18 Adventurous Young Mazamas (AYM), p. 20 Evening Travel Programs, p. 21 Classics, p. 23 Mazama Lodge, p. 19 Outings, p. 22 Trail Trips, p. 26 Executive Council, p. 30 Membership Report, p. 30 Upcoming Classes, p. 31

Publications Committee Committee Chair: Kristie Perry, publications@mazamas.org

Committee Members: Catherine Diaz, Ken DuBois, Joe Fox, Sue Griffith, Lacy Turner

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT

Strategic Plan Priorities, Projects & Staffing Dear Members, Currently, the Mazamas is working through a multi-year strategic plan that is fundamentally about improving our program-service model to be modern, scalable, and relevant to the broader community. In order to do this we have planned several infrastructure improvement projects and have added staff capacity to manage those projects.

Just four years ago the Mazamas had only two full time staff positions, the Executive Director and a jack-of-all-trades position called Membership Services.

Those were lean years, and while we may have been efficient, we certainly weren’t able to effectively identify barriers to growth and help solve them.

Today, each member of the Mazama staff is responsible for some part of ongoing, daily operations and also plays a key management role in one or more of our strategic plan projects. In general, because of the growth of staff over the last three years, we occasionally have members and volunteers asking what it is that our staff members do, and what are they responsible for? So, I’d like to take a moment now and explain what each of us do, and what we’ve been working on to further the strategic plan.

Sarah Bradham is Marketing and Publications Manager. For operations, Sarah is responsible for the design, editing, and production of the monthly Bulletin (this publication), the Annual, managing the Mazama website, internal IT, email communications, social media, class and

committee marketing, and keeping our various database systems up and running.

She also plays a primary leadership role in the running of the Portland Alpine Festival and manages all of the Mazama corporate partnerships and relationships in the outdoor retail industry.

Finally, she is also responsible for planning and management of our IT infrastructure project within the Strategic Plan. This project represents the largest investment of time and money the Mazamas have made since we moved into the Mountaineering Center. Sarah has a long history of working and volunteering with the Mazamas, stretching back to 2003.

Jamie Anderson is our Member Services Manager. For operations, Jamie supports our members and manages the dues renewal process. She is also responsible for financial management, including helping to produce the organization-wide budget, accounts receivable and payable, and working with our contract bookkeeper to make sure our financial reports are completed and reconciled on time each month. Jamie also manages our permits and agreements with land managers and helps coordinate facility use.

For the strategic plan Jamie assists with managing our development project, which seeks to increase the total amount of financial support the Mazamas receives from our members, friends, partners, and community foundations that align with our work.

Kati Mayfield is the Volunteer Manager.

Her position was created more than three

Executive Council (EC) is your board of directors at the Mazamas, and you, the members, elect them. This body is charged with organization-wide planning, setting our goals and priorities, and generally defining how we allocate resources to those priorities on an annual basis. EC hires and reviews the executive director, secures our annual financial review, and executes any long-term or large scale agreements on behalf of Mazamas. Our 120+ year old organizational structure also has EC in charge of managing several volunteer committees who are responsible to run many of our traditional or core programs.

years ago to help the Mazamas learn about modern volunteer management and to research and recommend solutions to help the Mazamas better connect volunteer interest with volunteer opportunities. In a sense, Kati’s hiring represents the first of the new Mazama positions dedicated to managing and implementing the strategic plan at the Mazamas. Today, Kati works with our committees to identify and institutionalize volunteer management best practices such as program planning, setting roles and responsibilities, and member recruitment and retention strategies. Kati also manages organizationwide volunteer initiatives such as the annual Committee Chair Orientation and our new Leadership Cohort.

Kati is responsible for managing two of our top three priority projects in the strategic plan: Leadership Development and Youth Outreach programming. The leadership development project is kicking into full gear this year, which I explained in last month’s Bulletin, and the new Mazama Mountain Science School for 5th graders, now in its second year, is the largest youth outreach program Mazamas has ever had.

Adam Baylor is our Stewardship and Advocacy Manager. Adam recently completed an MPA in Nonprofit management at PSU, and received a national award from the Access Fund for his work in keeping access open to climbing areas in the Pacific Northwest.

Adam is responsible for implementing the Mazamas Stewardship and Advocacy

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Steve Hooker— President Marty Hanson— Vice President Jon Jurevic— Treasurer John Rettig— Secretary

Kate Evans Sunny Freeman Chris Kruell Amy Mendenhall Darrell Weston

ED Report, continued from p. 3 plan, which is another key project in our strategic plan. Adam supports Mazama trail tending efforts, and coordinates cragcleanups throughout the gorge, at Smith Rock, several locations in Washington State and even Yosemite National Park.

As I write this Adam is in Washington D.C., helping to advocate and support our partners at ONDA and the Wilderness Society in the Owyhee Canyonlands campaign.

Last year we hired Mathew Brock as our part-time Library and Historical Collections Manager. Mathew holds a masters’ degree in Library Science and is responsible for managing the museum, archives, library, photo collection, and the historical record of the Mazamas. His position also focuses on telling our stories and sharing the legacy of the Mazamas with all of you. If you visit the Mazama Mountaineering Center on a Monday or Thursday I highly recommend you take a moment to meet Mathew and get a tour of our amazing archives and museum.

Most recently, we added Laura Burger as the Membership and Development Assistant. Laura is responsible for keeping

the MMC offices open during regular hours, supporting our members, and taking care of our donors. She provides daily service and communications for our members and helps support program registration and payments.

Last but not least, we have a few key contractors at the Mazamas. Many of you know Charles Barker who manages and operates the Mazama Lodge, located just below Timberline Lodge on Mt. Hood. Jeff Thomas, (who first broke the 5.11 barrier at Smith Rock!) assists Mathew with research and inventory of our extensive collection of historical climbing equipment. Jeff is also spearheading a project to make a historical film about climbing at Beacon Rock State Park. And friend to all, Rick Craycraft, helps keep the MMC clean and well-maintained, and supports large events. Rick is also a master recycler and has cut down on building waste by nearly 75 percent in the last two years.

And finally, as Executive Director, I am generally responsible to pursue the mission, to hold the vision for the future of the Mazamas, and to represent the Mazamas in the broader community.

STAFF PROFILES

The Mazama staff is hard at work on strategic projects and day-to-day operations of the organization. Get to know the staff a little better through their staff profiles.

Sarah Bradham, Marketing & Publications Manager ▶▶ Lived in Oregon since: 1998 ▶▶ Hometown: Watertown, NY ▶▶ Mazama hobbies: Hiking, ice climbing, mountaineering, backpacking ▶▶ Not so Mazama hobbies: Running (when uninjured), volunteering with Girls on the Run, reading, and planning the next adventure.

Specifically, I’m responsible to hire and manage our staff, to run operations, execute stated policy, manage our finances, contractors, facilities, and to identify and manage risks to the organization. I also manage the execution of our strategic plan, and am responsible for development and fundraising at the Mazamas. I work closely with and report to the Executive Council (see sidebar) who sets my goals and reviews our progress with me twice a year.

As you can see, in addition to running the Mazamas, our staff is focused on a set of priority strategic plan projects which will help us expand core programs, enhance the way we do business, and explore new opportunities. None of this work would be possible if it weren’t for the legacy of support we have in the Mazamas Foundation. Their ongoing support of the Mazamas, both for operations and for large strategic projects, ultimately makes it possible for us to grow and build the Mazamas of the future.

I hope you all had a wonderful holiday and we look forward to seeing you 2016.

Lee Davis, Executive Director ▶▶ Lived in Oregon since: 1999 ▶▶ Hometown: Bloomington, IN ▶▶ Mazama hobbies: Alpine rock climbing and mountaineering, ski mountaineering, and adventure travel. ▶▶ Not so Mazama hobbies: Live music, great food, architecture and design, lazy travel and paragliding.

Jamie Anderson, Member Services Manager ▶▶ Lived in Oregon since: Birth ▶▶ Hometown: Portland, OR ▶▶ Mazama hobbies: Relaxed climbing, fairweather backpacking, and hiking in the rain. ▶▶ Not so Mazama hobbies: Geeking out over pre-modern history, reading sci-fi, and playing games.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Hike Leader Info Night

Jan. 13, 6:30 PM at the MMC Have you ever wanted to lead hikes for the Mazamas? We have a number of wonderful groups leading hikes—Families, Classics, AYM and Trail Trips Committee—and the basic requirements to lead are the same for each. Join us for an evening orientation to discuss these general steps, and then to hear from each of the groups about the specifics for leading their activities. Contact Kati Mayfield, kati@mazamas.org, with questions or to rsvp.

Outreach Committee

Jan. 11, 6:30 PM at the MMC The Mazamas Outreach Committee represents the Mazamas at community events and presentations. This is a great volunteer opportunity because you can be on-call and attend the events which work for your schedule. Don’t feel like you know quite enough to be a Mazama rep? That’s okay!

We can provide training and support, and your job is to be an enthusiastic ambassador and point people where they need to go to find the information they are looking for. Consider joining us for our monthly meeting in January; or, contact Gary Ballou at outreach@mazamas.org.

Community Culture Conversation

Jan. 26, 7 PM at the MMC Join us for an evening of thoughtful discussion about the culture of the Mazamas. We are all unified by the enjoyment and protection of the mountains, but we have an unique opportunity now to define who we want to be as we continue to lead in mountaineering activities and education. All Mazama members and volunteers are welcome, we will meet at the MMC on Tuesday, Jan. 19 from 7–8:30 p.m. to get this conversation started.

Kati Mayfield, Volunteer Manager ▶▶ Lived in Oregon since: 2010 ▶▶ Hometown: Wheat Ridge, CO ▶▶ Mazama hobbies: Hiking, trail tending, ski mountaineering, playing dressup on Mount St. Helens for Mother’s Day ▶▶ Not so Mazama hobbies: Traveling, writing, and volunteering for the Sierra Club, Kiva, and Adelante Mujeres.

Mathew Brock, Library & Historical Collections Manager ▶▶ Lived in Oregon since: 1976–2004, 2009–present ▶▶ Hometown: Tumalo/Bend, OR ▶▶ Mazama hobbies: Hiking, backpacking, rock climbing ▶▶ Not so Mazama hobbies: Traveling, cooking, exploring, making things.

Lodge Committee

Jan. 26, 6:30 PM at the MMC The Mazama Lodge needs your TLC! Join the Lodge Committee to plan capital maintenance projects, work parties and to keep things running smoothly at our beautiful mountain home.

Volunteer for the committee, or to be a Friend of the Committee and help out on maintenance projects. Join us on 1/26 or contact Bob Stayton, rstayton@ comcast.net, to learn more.

Expedition Committee Info Night

Jan. 28, 6:30 PM at the MMC Have you ever dreamed of going on a mountain expedition? The Mazamas Expedition Committee provides expedition training and support, including grant funding, to Mazamas and other members of the climbing community.

The committee is seeking enthusiastic volunteers— both people with expedition

experience, and also those who are eager to learn—to join their ranks. Join us for an evening to learn more about the committee’s work, and the myriad ways you can be involved. Email Ron Fridell, expedition@mazamas.org, to RSVP or learn more.

Forest Park Trail Tending: Linnton Trail Jan. 30; 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m

We need volunteers to help with work on the Linnton trail.

It will be a lot of fixing the back slope/armoring the trail/ adding some drains.

We have a capacity for about 25 people for the event and we are going to need about 15 or so minimum to get the work done. No prior trail tending skills required but volunteers need to be able to hike in winter conditions. Dress appropriately.

Tools and materials provided.

Contact, Adam Baylor, Adam@Mazamas.org, to register or learn more about this stewardship opportunity.

Adam Baylor, Stewardship & Advocacy Manager ▶▶ Lived in Oregon since: 2011 ▶▶ Hometown: Evansville, IN ▶▶ Mazama hobbies:: Climbing rocks. ▶▶ Not so Mazama hobbies: Snowboarding, fly fishing, camping with friends, family and fur babies (3 dogs)

Laura Burger, Membership & Development Assistant ▶▶ Lived in Oregon since: 1985 ▶▶ Hometown: Portland, OR ▶▶ Mazama hobbies:Skiing, hiking, camping, backpacking ▶▶ Not so Mazama hobbies: Reading, cooking, printmaking, scuba diving, puzzles, yoga, wine making, dog petting (does that count?)

Being Found are you prepared?

by Jarrod Evans

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he Mountains are calling, I must go ... the mantra of many explorers who search for the next epic adventure. The adventure to do something incredible, memorable and of course photo worthy. Often in our quest to do something incredible, we find ourselves without access to the luxuries of the modern world. It’s nice to shut off the noise of the social media, RSS feeds and the nagging buzz of the world, but if we find ourselves in a predicament where we NEED to be contacted or NEED to be found, what resources do you have to get a message out?

The impetus for this article, in the news recently, search teams stopped their search for a missing climber on Colchuck Peak, near Leavenworth, Washington. Granted, the suspicion is the climber had a tragic fall, but it brings the question up, are you equipped to be found? Are you equipped to initiate rescue?

As a USAF SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape) specialist, and as an owner of an outdoor guiding company, I believe that a good mix of technical and nontechnical means to communicate are necessary to give you the confidence to perform the above mentioned questions. Forgive my military upbringing, and the use of acronyms, but I look at situations like this using the PACE (Primary, Alternate, Contingency and Emergency) principle.

My primary recommendation for myself, friends, and families, including my employees guiding clients, is to have some sort of over-the-horizon (satellite) communication devices. Two devices that I endorse and have a lot of experience with are the SPOT Tracker and the Delorme InReach Explorer.

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Jarrod Evans has spent 13 years as a working outdoor professional. Jarrod specializes in global survival techniques and international travel safety. Jarrod is certified as a Wilderness First Responder Instructor Apprentice, WEA Outdoor Leader, and as an Operational Risk Assessment Manager. Jarrod is a managing member of Rare Earth Adventures.

providing users with a single device that can let people know when they are late, non-emergency situations and emergency situations, by engaging an SOS function.

(P) CELL PHONE ▶▶ Mainly for front country or anywhere that you still have cell phone coverage (A) SATELLITE COMMUNICATION ▶▶ SPOT Tracker GEN3: This device is a one-way device, meaning the user can only send messages out and not receive messages. You can set the device up before the trip to send out “canned” messages that you create. Further, you can set up your contact book for the messages.

Once set up and you are on the trail, you can fire off status updates, leave breadcrumbs and engage a SOS message in a real emergency. ▶▶ Delorme InReach Explorer: Similar to the GEN3, but this device is twoway, meaning sender and receiver.

You can set everything up ahead of time (canned messages, contact book, etc.), but you can also add free-formatted messages on the fly, or add to your contact book on the fly. Further, you can actually pull messages “down” that were sent to you, a great feature if you need some updates from loved ones while you are doing something incredible. The other attractive feature is that the Explorer has a functioning GPS integrated into the system, one that you can use for “go to” functions and “waypoint” databases.

(C) GTAS (GROUND TO AIR SIGNAL) If the above two devices are not getting the message out, or you don’t have one, it’s safe to say you need to take matters in to your own hands, and use a nontechnical method to let people know you are in need of help. Two non-technical techniques we endorse. ▶▶ Signal Mirror: Probably the most underrated signaling device found in your quiver, it fits easily into a backpack or pants pocket; is capable of transmitting messages to rescuers as far as 100 miles (optimal conditions) away or thousands of feet overhead and works in places where there aren’t any cell phone towers or electrical outlets to charge batteries. In order to make this device uber effective you need some expertise in using a signal mirror, to specifically target your intended receiver. Think of it this way—when you fly over the countryside you may see lots of objects look shiny, but they are random and don’t really catch your attention.

I have always taught students to aim for the “retina of pilots’ eyes” and keep doing it until they land and yell at you for doing that ... recovery complete. ▶▶ Making a signal: It is as simple as it sounds—you need to make a symbol on the ground for aerial observation.

There are two common letters that are recognized at the international level. Making a large letter “V” on the ground announces that you require assistance and a large letter “X”

means you require medical assistance. Another commonly recognized signal is simply making the SOS symbol on the ground (in sand, snow, or with vegetation). Rescuers far and wide, will know what you need. To make these signals worth their effort, you need make them as large as possible. Specifically 1:6 ratio or 3 feet wide and 1 feet long (USAF AFR 64-4 p. 469). Further, using contrasting colors is preferred, as the spectrum of colors will start to merge the higher elevations they are observed from. If you don’t have something that is bright orange, elevate the signal off the ground to create a shadow, thus outlining the signal itself with something that might catch the eye of an observer.

Another tip for making a GTAS is to make something that flaps in the wind, creating movement, to catch people’s attention.

(E) NO COMMUNICATION (COMM-OUT PLAN) This is the most difficult to execute, as it is solely based on your ability to write up an awesome emergency plan and follow it. Basically you create a timeline of events for your adventure and leave it with someone who cares. For an example, I will park my car at this trailhead, at this time, I will walk in on this trail for this many miles, I will camp at this location, I will climb at this location for this amount of time ... If you have not seen me in two days, start looking here.

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by Ally Imbody, PAF Committee Chair The Portland Alpine Festival (PAF) keeps getting bigger and better, bolstered by the incredible energy of the Portland climbing community! This year PAF was a huge success, and we clearly met our budget and exceeded our programmatic goals. There was a 60 percent increase in overall revenue that allowed us to cover all of our costs and raise thousands of dollars for worthy causes including Mazama Expedition and Research Grants, the Ama Dablam Initiative, Mazama Stewardship & Advocacy programs, and the Friends of Hyalite.

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including the 20 members of the PAF committee and countless other volunteers who helped out during the festival week. These volunteers worked with staff, local partners, sponsors, vendors, and contractors to pull off what Peter McConkie of Grivel—our presenting sponsor—called “the most dialed trade show or climbing festival we’ve ever attended.” The PAF team worked throughout the year to organize the logistics necessary to bring athletes from all over the country and design a series of clinics and presentations to appeal to our diverse membership and the broader community.

We want to thank all of you for helping make the festival a huge success. We also feel that it is very important for Mazamas to be celebrated and recognized for their many achievements throughout the year. In order to achieve that goal, I am recommending that a new event is created. This Mazama Recognition Event as it is currently being titled, will be totally independent of PAF, and Executive Council has voted to appoint a special task force led by PAF liaison Chris Kruell to oversee planning. If you are interested in helping organize an exciting new members-only event to recognize the hard work of all our volunteers, to honor exemplary service and hiking and climbing accomplishments, and to celebrate the previous climbing season and class graduations, please contact Chris@mazamas.org. Thanks for all of your support and we hope to see you next year for PAF 2016!

Top: Just a portion of the silent auction at The Summit. Far left: Women’s Ice Comp winners, from left to right—Katie Mills (3rd), Rebecca Schob (1st), Karin Mullendorf (2nd). Middle: Men’s Ice Comp Winners, from left to right—Jeremy Lubkin (2nd), Todd Torres (1st), Joshu Greenhalgh (3rd).

For a full set of photos of all events go to: facebook. com/portlandalpinefest/

Off Season Training Secrets

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by Lacy Turner Flooding, landslides, road closures… it’s already a real winter down in the city and we’re cheering on every inch of snow that stacks up on Mt. Hood! Planning for the Mazama Climb Schedule is well underway in January, but what about our fitness plan?

Baling out the basement is great for quads and glutes, but will we be in shape for those early season climbs? And how do we stay motivated when the dark, wet days seem to stretch on and on?

Climb leaders, above all, need to be ready to take us out and up.

These eight Mazama climb leaders have shared their not-so-secret off season fitness routines, because… perspiring minds need to know.

“Diet control: Less big day activities (hikes and climbs) that burn 6,000 plus calories a day means less calories need to be consumed. I make a dedicated effort to drink less alcohol in the winter. I try to have a large green salad with protein (usually salmon) once a day. I put in place the mantra of Arnold Schwarzenegger from his book Body Building for Men and do PUSH AWAYS from the holiday dining table.

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Exercise: November to January, I increase strength training and maintain aerobic activity. I travel a bit for work to California and take advantage of an occasional frigid (50 degree) run on the beach when I can in the winter. Swimming provides core work out through trunk twist and shoulder rotation motions. (It’s easier to get a swim lane in the winter because the water and the air seem colder than normal.) Lastly, I rotate rock gym days with days focusing on body weight lifts and pushes and moderate free weights. February to March as the daylight increases and the rain showers become more sporadic, I resume my usual daily walking commute to work from the West Hills to downtown.

This is four to five miles round trip, 600 feet of elevation gain, and allows me to knock out up to 20 miles a week and almost 3,000 feet of elevation in my daily routine ramps. Then, late winter I ramp up to big weekend hikes in the Gorge for more mileage, elevation, and fun.”

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“Stair climber, pilates, egoscue. pushups, and pullups. Lean meats, veggies, fruit, and whole grains. Dark chocolate.”

Match the climb leader to the training tip!

1. Gary Ballou 2. Dick Bronder 3. Joe Eberhardt 4. Ellen Gradison 5. Leora Gregory 6. Rico Micallef 7. Thomas Miller 8. Joe Whittington

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“I try to be active year round, which creates some challenges in the winter.

I like to work out first thing in the morning, so I am up by 6 a.m., and after having coffee I work out, with free weights, stationary bike, and an elliptical, if the weather is lousy. I tend to get bored with the same indoor routine so I mix it up by following different video workouts like Insanity, P90X, and Kettle Works, as well as doing a video one day and the stationary bike the next. When we do have some decent weather, I will do a seven mile run over Bull Mountain with my dog, or go for a long bike ride. If the weather is nice on the weekend, Tanner and I will go for a hike.

My rule is that I have to be hiking longer then it took me to drive there, so a ten mile hike is usually the minimum I will do. I want to keep my climb skills up so I climb at Club Sport each week. This way I am always ready to hit the MOUNTAINS! “I hesitate to reveal all my secrets, but with a lifetime of climbing and over 2,300 recorded routes in my journal, I must be doing something right. So, here are four secrets to climbing success:

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2. Take two stair steps at a time. Whether you’re kicking steps or that mantel move on Yosemite’s Nutcracker route, high stepping is a must.

3. Ginger Snaps. Maintaining a positive mental outlook ( fostered by cookies) may be the most important secret of all.

4. I’m not telling secret 4. You will just have to climb with me some time to find out.”

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“Once the mountains are soaked and the temperature drops I look forward to being inside, warm, and dry. Still, there are some things I do keep up. I do make time for my walks up on Mt. Tabor, with a pack and weights inside. No stairs please; they don’t have stairs in the mountains.

Instead, I’ll stick to the steep trails for keeping the ankles strong, and lunges where it levels out. A couple laps on Mt Tabor helps keep my heart and lungs in the game, too. Of course there’s the climbing gym. I climb at Portland Rock Gym, usually twice a week. I try to get on lead each time, and when I’m top-roping I’ll downclimb to work on endurance.

Winter hikes are great conditioning, whether up on Mt. Hood in boots, on skis, or snowshoes, or in the Gorge. Even Forest Park offers good places to hike, especially when your time is short. Of course there’s my Annual New Year’s Day Hamilton Mountain hike, every year no matter the weather. Keeping my training varied helps keep me motivated. In year’s past I’ve gone ice climbing in Ouray in January, cross-country skiing at Crater Lake or the Wallowas, or climbed Mount St. Helens right after Christmas.”

A: Joe Eberhardt B: Ellen Gradison C: Rico Micallef D: Thomas Miller E: Gary Ballou F: Dick Bronder G :Joe Whittington H: Leora Gregory

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“I do my winter conditioning the old fashioned way. I strap on a pack weighted for a Mt. Hood climb and go hiking in the Gorge most weekends. I usually send out an email to about two dozen people I know, inviting them to come along.

Attendance by others is usually inversely proportional to the nastiness of the weather. There are times when I am the only one at the trailhead. My archaic methods have allowed be to keep my Adonis-like body.”

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“Because I am an elder climb leader, I believe it is critical to start off the day with exercise. Therefore, I make it a special point to get out of bed almost every morning and practice my descending skills by going down the stairs. On mornings when I am feeling aggressive, I will not even use the hand rail. Following this adventurous start, there are many options: If I just don’t feel like changing out of my sweatpants, I will probably do an hour on the stationary bike while catching up with programs on the SCI-FI channel (I will so miss Defiance!), followed by a weight workout. On days where I actually put on outside clothes, I may go for a hike on the nearby Wildwood Trail (unless it is raining hard). Going totally wild options include downhill or XC Skiing on Mt. Hood and/or a snowshoe outing.

Sometimes I will do all three—I have a short attention span. Overcoming inertia is the major challenge, but I do love playing in the snow, on calm days that is; I hate wind and being cold!”

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“Winter is when climbing season starts!!!!

Although, I have to admit, there aren’t as many weather windows as there typically are in the spring and summer. Hiking and running are my typical “stay fit” activities when I can’t climb.”

Dick Bronder getting ready to go hiking; (Unretouched photo from Mr. Bronder’s personal archives)

BEST & EASIEST DARK CHOCOLATE

by Pam Monheimer This exquisite chocolate melts in your mouth. There are only four ingredients and it even meets Paleo criteria. I promise you will love me or hate me depending on your will power as I guarantee you cannot eat only one piece. There are no artificial ingredients or waxes, this wholesome treat is ideal for the health conscious individual who enjoys and earns indulgent treats. Sweetness can be tweaked to taste, and add-in ingredients and combinations are endless.

My favorite additions so far are toasted (unsweetened) coconut and toasted slivered almonds. I also add a touch of flaked salt. For my next snowshoe adventure I just added sour dried cherries to the almonds and coconut. I’ve also added chilies and a touch of espresso powder to other batches.

This recipe takes less than 5 minutes, once you measure out ingredients. You need only a glass measuring cup, silicone ice cube tray or candy molds, and a spoon.

For the sake of providing nutritional data I used a digital scale. As this is purely for fun and energy while hiking, skiing or snowshoeing let your eyes and tummy dictate how many goodies you add.

▶▶ Makes 15 ½ ounce pieces; will vary depending on what you use to mold the chocolate. ▶▶ Prep time 5-10 minutes, chill one hour.

INGREDIENTS ▶▶ ½ cup coconut oil ▶▶ ½ cup quality cocoa powder (I am a chocolate snob and use only Callebaut) ▶▶ 3 tablespoons honey ▶▶ ½ teaspoon vanilla extract ▶▶ Add your choice of goodies. For this size batch I used one ounce each, feel free to start here and experiment).

INSTRUCTIONS Melt coconut oil in jar for 30 seconds at a time until liquid.

Pour into 1 cup measuring cup.

Stir cocoa powder, honey, and vanilla extract into melted oil until well blended. Add any extras.

Pour mixture into a candy mold or pliable tray. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

Note: this chocolate will melt in your hand as well as your mouth, it’s great for winter sports or just enjoy at home.

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Calling All Desk Jockeys

by Jodie Adams You know who you are, spending all or a good portion of your work day at the computer. Now for those of you who are not “desk jockeys” per se, perhaps you may spend a lot of time either driving for work or looking down at your phone. This information applies to you, too.

Surprisingly, sitting is a repetitive strain to your body’s collagen, a strong fibrous protein found in connective tissue, including skin, tendons, ligaments, fascia (a thin sheath of tissue enclosing a muscle or organ), bone, and cartilage. Despite our good intentions to have proper posture throughout our work day, let’s face it … gravity works. This results in a forward head, rounded shoulder posture as we look at those screens and get engrossed in our tasks for the work day. This posture does not serve our bodies well when it comes to rock climbing and ‘tis the season for indoor climbing. Over the last several years, there have been studies and articles relating to

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how sitting is harmful to our bodies. Current research is suggesting that sitting is the new smoking. Prolonged hours of sitting are damaging, even if we rock (pun intended) an active lifestyle outside of work with our hiking, rock climbing, and mountain climbing.

Back strengthening often only focuses on the lats (latissimus dorsi – the large muscles down the back), by doing lat pulls or pull ups, which is great for climbing. However, if we neglect to train the shoulder blade muscles or the deep extensor and rotator muscles of the spine, we are doing ourselves a disservice. After spending a day of sitting hunched over a computer, we need to be mindful to work our joints and muscles out of that forward rounded posture.

Maintaining a forward posture limits the potential of the thoracic spine (the midsection of our back) to move and function, which in turn can result in shoulder impingement, neck pain, and low back pain.

Here are a few exercises to consider adding to your routine. They can be done with or without weight. If you choose to use weight, may I suggest starting with

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Jodie Adams is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with New Heights Physical Therapy + here in Portland. She and her husband, Jerry, are Mazama members, having taken BCEP in 2008 and ICS in 2010. They are currently playground enthusiasts and short hike/backpacking adventurers with their three-year old son.

only one, two or three pound weights? This may seem silly, but you’d be surprised at how challenging these exercises can be. If you’re not used to working these muscles, consider starting with no weight. Since climbing, and sitting all day, is more of an endurance activity, I recommend attempting to complete 3 sets of 20-25 reps, pausing at least one minute to recover between sets.

In Figure 2, you may find that one side is tighter than the other. This will give insight as to any imbalances you might have. If you’d like to address your imbalances or if you have pain during any of these exercises, consider an appointment with a physical therapist to help locate and address dysfunctional movement patterns.

In Figure 1, the set-up is to sit tall with good posture in a chair, feet flat on the floor, and hands at your side with elbows straight.

Lean your body forward as you lift your arms to shoulder height with elbows straight. The goal is to lean your body forward, keeping your neck, mid back and low back “stick straight.� Keep your elbows straight as you lower your arms and return to sitting upright. This works your lower trapezius as well as your neck, mid-back, and low back extensors.

To set up for Figure 2, rest with two pillows under your abdomen and feet fixed under a sturdy object. The pillows flex the low back slightly so that the motion originates in your upper/mid back. Place one hand behind the head and initiate a rotational moment by extending your elbow back. Work to ensure a segmental movement pattern through your elbow and upper back, versus through the low back. This exercise will train your multifidus (an important spinal muscle) in all its vectors of extension, side bending, and rotation.

In Figure 3, the start position is face down on a balance ball, with the ball support under your abdomen. A ball is used to challenge balance and postural muscles; however, this can be completed on a solid surface such as a bench or an ottoman. Once over the ball, lift chest from the ball to extend through your upper back. Start with hands resting on the floor. Raise the arms straight out to sides, palm down. For an added challenge, raise your arms with thumbs pointing up. As you raise your arms, think to pull back and engage through your shoulder blade muscles.

Remember to keep your neck long and chin slightly tucked under. This works your mid trapezius as well as neck, mid back and low back extensor muscles.

Enjoy! Have fun! Stay safe and pain free during workouts!

And, of course, climb on!

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Hiking the Gorges of

Steens Mountain

by Bill Savery Remote and relatively unvisited Steens Mountain is far down the bucket list for most active Northwesterners unless they are hunters or birders. But this isolated 9,700-foot high fault block mountain that dominates the high desert of southeastern Oregon is an unparalleled geologic showplace.

It features classic and preserved gorges carved by glaciers during the recent ice age. Most other glacial valleys have been modified by erosion, but the prevailing dry climate of southeastern Oregon has preserved the cirques which are clearly visible due to the lack of forestation. At the end of the Clinton administration the Steens was preserved by designation as Steens Mountain BLM Cooperative Management and Protection Area, as well as by land swaps between the BLM and local ranchers. A large snowpack typically forms during the winter, which provides plentiful water in the Steens gorges during the rest of the seasons resulting in green swathes and abundant

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animal habitat. The Alvord desert can be seen 5,000 feet below Steens Mountain by peering over the east escarpment, and the great Kiger Gorge by looking north from the top.

Fellow Mazama Bob Hyslop and I, along with my two teenage grandsons from Los Angeles, set out from the South Steens Campground on the Little Blitzen Gorge Trail in mid-afternoon and hiked four miles before making camp. We hiked mid-August in dry weather with 90-degree daytime temperatures. The following day we continued east up the gorge passing the Nye Trail intersection and the ruined corral finally turning northeast up a steep gradient still on a footpath for about 1½ miles. After the trail leveled out and disappeared, we turned east reaching Wet Blanket Springs in the cirque to camp the second night at about 7,400 feet.

In the morning we debated the best route out of the Little Blitzen cirque and headed south up toward the rim rock

facing Big Indian Gorge.

We followed it east around to the Loop Road, the Top: Mule Deer on South Rim of Little Blitzen Gorge. Photo: Bill highest road in Oregon. After Savery. Inset: Steens Mountain Thistle. Photo: Bob Hyslop following the Loop Road south for about a half mile we cut southwest shortcutting the road path for 1 ½ miles before rejoining it near the upper trailhead of the Big Indian Gorge trail. This was offroad to the left at 9,000 feet on a jeep track heading a short distance south from the Loop Road. A spring here can be followed down into the cirque where suitable protected campsites exist. However, we continued west across the cirque and down a treacherous footpath alongside a creek about 1 ¾ miles to the gorge floor.

Here we located a faint trail which crossed the right branch of Big Indian Creek, which we had followed down and on to the main trail that follows the north side of Big Indian Creek. The third night we camped at Cottonwood Camp, 6.5 miles from the South Steens Campground.

We completed the hike by noon the following day.

Route finding on this hike has caused others difficulty who attempted the loop counter-clockwise, probably due to trying to follow Doug Lorraine’s trail Cottonwood Camp in Big Indian Gorge (note deer grazing in the background).

Photo: Bill Savery.

description in his book Backpacking in Oregon.

For the gorge portion of the loop I recommend the Steens Mountain to Page Springs trail guide published by the Desert Trail Association and USGS maps. An altimeter is useful. Trail interpretation and guidance was kindly offered

by Ross Edginton of the Desert Trail Association.

It might also help to first drive the Steens Loop Road to scout the elusive gorge entrances/exits on the top. William Sullivan’s “Big Indian Gorge” hike featured in his 100 Hikes in Eastern Oregon is an excellent guide to the Big Indian Gorge portion of this hike.

We hiked about 26 miles from 5,400 to 9,300 feet and back in two half days and two full days. With an early start, I’ve hiked it in three days. We saw

Campsite in Lower Little Blitzen Gorge. Photo: Bill Savery.

two hikers, five vehicles on the loop road, and six mule deer and numerous hawks. Sadly we missed many of the wildflowers which bloom early in the summer but enjoyed the dry ground lupine, desert paintbrush, and desert evening primrose. Although we spotted antelope and wild horses driving to our hike, we missed seeing them while hiking. The Steens Gorge Loop Hike is a great wilderness experience in an unique and beautiful part of Oregon.

Gear Up!

Hiking in the Wet and Cold Oregon Weather

by Carolyn Eckel Imagine this … it’s a wet, cold Saturday in December and you and a friend decide to go hiking in Forest Park. You take an energy bar and some water in a small tear-drop pack because you only plan to go six miles and besides … what can go wrong in Forest Park? You park on 53rd Drive, walk down Birch Trail to Wildwood Trail and even though it is muddy and kind of squishy, you proceed. After a couple of miles, you slip and fall off the trail into the dripping bushes.

You can’t get up because you’ve badly broken your leg. As your friend hikes out to get help, you are left to wait and do the best you can with what you’ve got. You rapidly become extremely cold sitting directly on the ground due to your lack of sit-pad.

You didn’t bring an emergency blanket so there’s no way to keep from losing even more warmth or to keep your jeans from getting soaked from the rain. You can’t put a band-aid on the cut on your hand (that you got when you grabbed a branch to break your fall) because you didn’t bring a first aid kit. You didn’t bring a wool cap so continue to get colder.

It’s taking a long time for the rescuers to arrive and now it’s getting dark. You don’t have a flashlight to signal where you are so you’re not sure they will be able to find you. That is if they are even on their way, as you’re beginning to wonder if your hiking partner, who is new to traveling in the woods, got lost on the way out. (You didn’t have a map to give your hiking partner because you assured him/her there was no need for one since you knew the trails by heart.)

As your shivering increases, you try to remember the stages of hypothermia and figure out which one you’re in … not that it makes any difference since you don’t have any equipment to deal with it anyway.

This may seem like an exaggerated scenario but accidents can happen even on “A” level hikes. Having the basics you need to stay warm and dry until help arrives is important not only for comfort, but for safety. Yet, leaders say they sometimes see hikers whose packs are so small they can’t possibly contain the basics needed to avoid the problems outlined in this example.

If you are hiking with a group and are unprepared, you put not only yourself but the others on the hike at risk. The hikers who use their extra clothing and equipment to help you no longer have those items for themselves, rendering them less than adequately equipped. These same people might be staying with you to provide assistance and offer moral support and they no longer have extra clothing to keep themselves warm.

Take the time to review the 10 essentials and consider adding some items to your day pack to be fully prepared. These items don’t have to be bulky or take up a lot of space. There are lightweight med kits meant for a solo day hiker, along with super light emergency blankets, rain jackets, and warm layers. Remember: Be safe out there!

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Feed Zone Portables: A Cookbook of On-the-Go Food for Athletes

by Sue Griffith If you are tired of fueling your high-intensity, outdoor activities with commercial bars, blocks, and gels, this book is for you. In Feed Zone Portables: A Cookbook of On-the-Go Food for Athletes, Bijou Thomas, chef to the world’s top cycling teams, and Dr. Allen Lim, sports physiologist, collaborate to provide 80 simple, flavorful recipes for portable, real food alternatives to engineered sports nutrition.

The first 50 pages detail the science behind eating for fuel and why freshly prepared, real food provides athletes a performance advantage. It is peppered with testimonials from professional cyclists and while the depth of information may overwhelm some, key points are summarized in easy to decipher tables and sidebars. The primary takeaways relate to quality and quantity--how much food and liquid you need to consume during exercise to replace that used at various exertion levels and how the quality of the replacement fuel impacts performance and post-exercise recovery. Much to my dismay, the charts revealed that even on very long hikes and climbs, I consume far more calories than I burn off. As the author states, “we can’t outsmart nature.”

The bulk of the book features beautiful food photography and easy to follow recipes. An appendix provides detailed nutritional data. Even if I am eating more than my activity level requires, at least I can make better quality trail foods in my own kitchen with minimal effort. Recipes range from sweet to savory and from apple pie bites to zucchini frittata. Many of the recipes are vegetarian and Book by Biju gluten free. The book tells how to package the foods so they can Thomas & be easily consumed while on the move. The tips are geared toward Allen Lim feeding cyclists in motion, but could also work for climbs and hikes.

Due to the high water content and lack of preservatives, however, the foods are heavy, perishable, and not particularly suited to multi-day trips.

The best part is the recipes use common household ingredients. If you have a rice cooker and a decently stocked kitchen, you can get right to work. To prove this, I flipped to the Baked Egg section and quickly found a recipe I could prepare with items on hand. Less than an hour later, I dug into a delicious, cheesy frittata studded with fresh mushrooms and parsley. Any book that takes you from concept to consumption in the time it would take to run to the store merits serious consideration.

While this is a well-researched and thoughtfully prepared book, I question how well it translates to the weekend hiker. Unlike professional athletes, I do not train every day and my hiking falls well short of the intensity of professional cycling, running or rock climbing. Flipping to the appendix, I discovered another ugly truth. My frittata would take almost five hours of brisk hiking to burn off. While the calories might work for elite athletes, clearly weekend hikers are not the target demographic. That said, the authors ardently remind us of the value of consuming good quality food to fuel our best performance. “Nourishment is something much greater than calories or individual ingredients. It’s the soul in a great dish, pursuing a goal with close friends and family, and taking care of our entire being.” With that in mind, I share the frittata recipe.

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MUSHROOM & SWISS FRITTATA Adapted from Feed Zone Portables: A Cookbook of On-the-Go Food for Athletes

Preparation Time: 20 minutes Servings: 6 ▶▶ 2 cups sliced mushrooms ▶▶ 1/2 cup diced onion ▶▶ 1/4 cup coarsely chopped parsley ▶▶ 2 cups cooked rice ▶▶ 4 eggs, lightly beaten ▶▶ 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese ▶▶ 1 teaspoon celery salt ▶▶ 1 tablespoon grated parmesan ▶▶ dash of salt and pepper Heat oven to 350 degrees.

In a nonstick sauté pan, heat a small amount of olive oil to coat bottom evenly. Over medium-high heat, sauté the mushrooms, onion, and parsley until the mushrooms are tender and onions are translucent.

Remove from heat and drain any excess oil.

Combine the remaining ingredients in a medium bowl. Stir in the mushroom and onion mixture.

Lightly grease a muffin tin and fill six of the forms ¾ full. Bake 15 minutes or until centers are firm.

Thomas, Biju and Allen Lim. Feed Zone Portables: A Cookbook of On-the-Go Food for Athletes. Boulder, Colorado: VeloPress, 2013.

Combatting Winter’s Aches and Pains with Nutrition

by Alex Borsuk, MS RD LD, Registered Dietitian for Evolution Healthcare and Fitness Winter may be a tough time of year for those of us living in the Pacific Northwest.

The endless rain and cold weather may bring about aches and pains we never knew that we had. Joints may automatically become more sore and inflamed in this soggy weather and muscles may unexpectedly feel tighter. New aches and pains may materialize as winter sports and activities are introduced. As both an athlete and a dietitian, I prefer to primarily manage my aches and pains through the use of certain foods in my diet. Luckily, there are many foods out there that are rich in nutrients that have been shown to help reduce inflammation and pain. Try incorporating these four superfoods into your diet for natural pain relief to help keep you active all winter long.

Cherries: Even though this fruit isn’t in season, it can still be a helpful addition to your diet.

Cherries have been found to have pain-reducing effects similar to those of anti-inflammatory drugs, such as aspirin. A recent study published in the Journal of International Society of Sports Nutrition found that consuming tart cherry juice before long-distance running can reduce post-run muscle pain. There are several studies that support cherries’ pain-relieving effects in joints too. If you can’t find fresh cherries this time of year, opt for tart cherry juice.

Ginger: Ginger is widely known to combat nausea and upset stomachs, but did you know that it also acts as a powerful pain reliever too? Ginger contains an array of powerful antioxidants which are all effective anti-inflammatory agents. Multiple research studies have concluded that it is important to consume ginger daily for maximum pain relief. If raw ginger is too strong for your palate, try ginger tea, candied ginger, or even powdered ginger.

Salmon: Ah, salmon—a Pacific Northwest favorite. Salmon is one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential fats proven to help with aches and joint soreness.

Omega-3s help reduce the production of inflammatory agents, such as cytokines and enzymes, that cause pain in your joints, muscles and nerves. Research studies have shown that omega-3 fats can reduce pain associated with arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and nerve pain. To see the pain-reducing benefits of salmon, incorporate a serving of salmon into your diet a few times each week. If you aren’t a fan of fish, consider an omega-3 supplement. Talk with your doctor or dietitian to see which supplement may be right for you.

Turmeric: Turmeric is a nutritional powerhouse, containing an assortment of nutrients such as iron, manganese, potassium, and vitamins B6 and C. These nutrients are great, but turmeric’s real star is curcumin, a phytonutrient that helps fight pain and inflammation. This phytonutrient is one of the most potent anti-inflammatory substances found in plants. There have been several research studies that show that the curcumin compound in turmeric is an effective pain reliever. Because it is a spice, you will need to consume a lot of it to see the benefits. There is no standard dosage for turmeric, so again, talk with your doctor or dietitian to find out what is appropriate for you.

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More Familes Fun is on the Way! LEADER TYPES AND TRAINING APPROVED FOR MAZAMA FAMILIES We are excited to kick off a new program to help train more leaders of family events. Demand for new classes and activities in the program has been very promising and grown faster than our leadership corps.

With many parents refreshing their skills, gaining new experience, and rekindling their climbing aspirations, developing essential knowledge and skills in our group of emerging leaders is a top priority. With support and approval of Climbing, Education, and Risk Management Committees, the Families Committee has formally defined a spectrum of leader types and supporting curricula to sustain a variety of family-oriented programming. Our Crag/Top Rope Leader types were identified specifically to expand rock climbing opportunities for families. Leader training will include the new Top Rope/Crag Leader class, self-rescue skills, mountaineering first aid, CPR certification, and a lead belay card from a climbing gym, as well as two outdoor sport lead evaluations. A training program is scheduled to start in February 2016, and the roster is already full.

With improved knowledge and skills, our expanding cadre of leaders will be prepared to lead fun family events in 2016. After completing the required skill training, qualified leaders will be available to lead small groups to non-alpine climbing destinations (i.e. Smith Rock North Point, Broughton Bluff, French’s Dome, etc.) for top rope and sport climbing, lead indoor climbing days or Family Rock Skills Nights at the MMC, and other similar activities.

Special thanks to Lee Davis, as well as our collaborating committees, for their help and support in developing this program.

ROCK SKILLS Families Rock Skills is an open climbing session on the MMC climbing walls. Our focus is to help your family become comfortable with roped climbing in an atmosphere developed to encourage, not push, kids. And, for kids and parents who want to learn more, volunteer instructors are on hand to help you and your kids learn or practice any basic climbing skill from belaying to rappelling and more. You tell us what you want to learn, and we’ll show you the ropes. Kids and parents can earn a belay card. ▶▶ Dates: Jan. 28, Feb. 23, March 17, April 28, May 17. ▶▶ Time: 5–8 p.m. ▶▶ Cost: $2/person (max $5/family) ▶▶ Limit: 20 climbing kids ▶▶ Details: All ages welcome; kid and adult rock shoes, harnesses, and belay devices are available at no cost. Feel free to bring dinner and/or snacks. ▶▶ Register: mazamafamiles.org Interested in Families Activities? Track what’s happening at mazamafamilies.org.

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MAZAMA LODGE

Your Home on the Mountain MAZAMA LODGE IS READY FOR YOUR WINTER VISIT! A few reminders when visiting Mazama Lodge this winter.

1. Hours: open to members during the day at no cost. Guest day fee: $5/$15 per family (day fee is waived if guests purchase lunch) 2. If you forget your Sno-Park pass, we sell one-day and threeday passes: $7/$11.

3. Enter and exit through the basement to keep our lodge warm.

4. The Mazama Lodge and our ski hill are pet free.

5. Hill grooming occurs every week through the end of March.

Please don’t leave sleds or skis on the hill so the groomer won’t run over your skis and/or sled.

6. Have a great stay and remember: we don’t require lunch reservations. Lunch is served from noon–1:30 p.m.

NEW YEARS DAY-BRUNCH FOR LUNCH! We will be serving a terrific New Years Day Brunch from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $9 adults/$6 kids 12 and under.

The Mazama Lodge has plenty of availability for the weekend of January 1–3. Even on days that the lodge is sold out we are still open until 3 p.m. for day use.

Lunch at Mazama Lodge served every Friday–Sunday. Lunch will also be served on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Presidents’ Day. ▶▶ Vegetable du Jour ▶▶ Hot Soup (vegan options) ▶▶ Grilled Cheese Sandwiches ▶▶ Whole Fruit ▶▶ Rice Crispy Cookies

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AYM: ADVENTUROUS YOUNG MAZAMAS

Winter Weekend is HERE!

This month AYM is featuring our upcoming WINTER WEEKEND, Feb. 5–7! If you haven’t been on a Winter Weekend with AYM yet, you should know two things. First of all, the weekend is a blast. AYM Leaders plan hikes, XC ski excursions, snowshoe adventures, board game competitions by the roaring fire in the lodge, and more.

The second thing that you should know is that it sells out. Sign up quickly to reserve your spot! The schedule and costs are below. As always, see our page on the Mazama website for the most detailed, up-to-date information.

FRIDAY ▶▶ 6–8 p.m.: Appetizers and icebreakers ▶▶ 8 p.m.: Dinner ▶▶ 10 p.m.: Possible sledding behind the lodge!

SATURDAY ▶▶ Breakfast ▶▶ 9 a.m.: Activities include snowshoe, ski, and hike trips ▶▶ Evening: Dinner and board games

SUNDAY ▶▶ Breakfast and Pack Up ▶▶ 9 a.m.: Activities include shorter snowshoe and ski trips ▶▶ Afternoon: Return home

COST: $90 members/$120 nonmembers, which includes: ▶▶ all activities (bring your own skis or snowshoes) ▶▶ late evening Friday dinner (8 p.m. for late arrivals) ▶▶ Saturday & Sunday breakfast ▶▶ Saturday dinner ▶▶ Lodging for two nights Participants will receive a detailed prospectus by email in January that includes information regarding carpooling, directions, and parking. Please plan to bring a sleeping bag or bedding, and skis or snowshoes if you’d like to participate in those activities.

OTHER UPCOMING TRIPS AND EVENTS: MONDAY, JAN. 4: COMMITTEE MEETING Would you like to help plan AYM events? We are looking for volunteers! We invite everyone to come join our monthly committee meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Mazama Mountaineering Center (MMC). We will review the past month’s activities and plan the future month. Primary focus for this month will be planning Winter Weekend. We love guests at our meetings and we often go out for libations afterwards.

SATURDAY, JAN. 9: SNOWSHOE We’ll start from the Bennett Pass Sno-Park, just across OR 35 from Mt. Hood Meadows.

We’ll head up 2.4 easy miles to the Terrible Traverse, and beyond toward Pocket Creek if we’re feeling ambitious. On a clear day, the views of Mt. Hood are spectacular. Snowshoe: 4.8+ mi RT. Exploratory. Dr.: 120 mi RT. Each car will need an Oregon Sno-Park pass ($7, available in Sandy).

Gear rental: We will stop in Sandy to rent snowshoes if needed. Meet at Gateway Transit Center, SE corner, 8:30 a.m. Leader: Keith Dechant (keith.dechant@gmail.com) WEDNESDAY, JAN. 13: HIKE LEADER ORIENTATION Do you love hiking with AYM? Have you ever considered becoming a hike leader? Join us for a hike leader orientation, where we’ll cover the nuts-and-bolts of becoming a hike leader, and then hear more about each of our hiking groups - from AYM to Classics. Please RSVP to Kati Mayfield (kati@mazamas.org) if you’d like to attend or if you have questions.

6:30 p.m. at the Mazama Mountaineering Center, 527 SE 43rd Ave. TUESDAY, JAN. 19: CLIMB NIGHT ▶▶ Planet Granite (1405 NW 14th Ave) ▶▶ 6:30– 9 p.m. ▶▶ $18/person; harness and shoe rental available at additional cost ▶▶ More details at mazamas.org/activitiesevents/climb-night FRIDAY–SUNDAY, FEB. 5–7: WINTER WEEKEND! See full details in the beginning of this column.

Hikes are continually being posted to our website and Meetup page. Hope to see you out there!

Activities are $2/$3 members/nonmembers unless otherwise noted. Be prepared for all activities with rain gear, food, and other essentials. Suggested donation of $.10 per mile to driver.

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EVENING TRAVEL PROGRAMS

Exciting Travel Adventures!

Our evening travel programs get underway at 7 p.m. at the Mazama Mountaineering Center.

The programs are free and open to the Mazamas and general public. We appreciate voluntary contributions at the discretion of each attendee. Carpooling, public transportation, biking, and walking to the MMC are encouraged. Thank you for supporting our successful series by your regular attendance. Program Committee: John Leary (Chair), Dyanne Foster, Ben Jones, Sharon Leary, and Nancy Bentley.

Thru-Hiking The Great Divide Trail—Jan. 6 The Great Divide Trail is a 750 mile route that begins at the US/Canada border and traverses the Canadian Rockies along the Continental Divide between Alberta and British Columbia. It is known as one of the most spectacular and challenging trails in the world and is an experience like no other. Join Erin “Wired” Saver, who has backpacked over 10,000 miles, as she takes you along on her recent thru hike of the Great Divide Trail. More on this thru hike and many others can be found on Erin’s blog, www.walkingwithwired.com.

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Kilimanjaro: A Route Less Taken—Jan. 13 From jungle mists to the glacial cap of Africa, journey with Paul Steger to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. The climatic zones of Kilimanjaro are unique and found only in this part of Africa. Along the way Paul will note the scenery as well as fauna and flora in this unique Tanzanian National Park. He will share insights of the Chagga people, the tribal group whose members led and supported his team in their attempt to reach the top of Africa. You will have a chance to visualize the summit few trekkers/climbers experience.

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Salmonberry Trail: Linking the Valley to the Coast—Jan. 20 The Salmonberry Trail is the name for the rails-to-trails project between Banks and Tillamook along the old Salmonberry Railroad. This is an opportunity to convert the no-longer functional portions of rail line to a trail and add a trail adjacent to the viable sections of rail. This unique 86-mile recreational opportunity, steeped in history, natural beauty, and adventure, can connect urban and rural Oregon—the Portland area to the Coast­—while tapping into a wide network of existing recreation trails and facilities, educational opportunities, and heritage sites.The project is now under full steam. A master concept/plan has been completed, a leadership coalition has been formed, and fundraising is under way. Mike Cafferata, District Forester for the Forest Grove District of the Oregon Department of Forestry, though which a portion of the railroad passes, will provide photos of the project, a current status report, and plans for the future of this exciting project.

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Creative Imagery In the Northwest—Jan. 27 Alan L. Bauer is a professional photographer who has been a co-author and photographer for many of the Washington State “Day Hiking” series of hiking guidebooks. In this presentation he will take you from wilderness areas and mountain tops all the way into the cityscapes with adventures in some of the “how or why did he do it that way” stories behind the photographs he shares. His work with the “Day Hiking” series will be interwoven with other photography subjects that might surprise you about him. His lively presentation is rich with images, sharing stories and laughs of his experiences as an outdoor photographer.

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Hiking Norway’s Western Fjordland—Feb. 3 Mark your calendar now! Full details in the February Bulletin.

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Adventure Travel— Foreign & Domestic NORTH TO ALASKA 2016 March 5–12, 2016

This outing travels to Talkeetna, Alaska, and uses a beautiful log lodge as a base for late winter activities in the foothills south of Denali. The trip this year overlaps with the start of the Iditarod and the plan is to attend the restart of the Iditarod in Willow on March 6.

The group will meet in Anchorage and use rental vehicles to drive to Talkeetna. In Talkeetna and the surrounding area, there will be opportunities for XC skiing, snowshoeing, aurora watching, learning about dog mushing and the Iditarod, photography, meeting locals, and learning about Denali mountaineering history and the role Talkeetna plays in modern mountaineering in the Alaskan Range.

There will likely be an optional air taxi flight around Denali, with glacier landing in the Ruth Gorge. Group participants can arrive earlier in Anchorage to attend Iditarod and Fur Rondy activities.

Deposit of $600 covers Talkeetna housing, ground transportation during the outing, half of food costs and the outing fee. Participants are responsible for airfare, Anchorage housing, all restaurant meals, equipment rentals, and extra activities. Signup deadline Feb. 1, 2016.

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Want to go on an outing? Contact the leader for more information. Forms you will need: application, liability release, and a medical information form. Send those forms to the leader and then, upon acceptance for the trip, send payments directly to the Mazama office with the name of the outing written on the check. As a service to our members, we are providing links to the following organizations that may also offer trips of interest: Seattle Mountaineers—seattlemountaineers. org, Colorado Mountain Club—cmc.org, Appalachian Mountain Club— outdoors.org, and the American Alpine Club—americanalpineclub.org.

“As an incentive for leaders to put in the time and effort to arrange and lead outings, the leader and assistant leader costs may be paid by the participants.”

Individuals interested in joining the outing need to contact Tom Bennett at nordlystom@gmail.com.

Please let Tom know why you want to attend and what special skill set you bring to help us have a fun and rewarding trip for all participants. Age 21 and over.

CLASSIC MAZAMAS For members with 25 years or more of membership or for those who prefer to travel at a more leisurely pace CLASSICS HOLIDAY LUNCH Over 60 people attended the third annual Classics Holiday lunch, catered

by Charles Barker of the Mazama Lodge. Dyanne Foster handled RSVPs, and Jamie Anderson made beautiful table decorations. Lee spoke of Mazama success stories this year: the Outdoor School, Families program, and hiring of Mathew Brock to be our Library and Historical Collections manager.

Dick Miller applauded the Outdoor School and Families program, stating that young people are our future; he called Mathew Brock up to the stage to receive a gift from Dick and Jane, a gorgeous book by the Conservation Land Trust about Yendegaia National Park, the new national park in Tierra del Fuego, Chile.

Mathew then introduced himself and spoke about current projects and future library plans and the need for volunteers. Jamie asked folks to raise a hand and then lower it to show the number of years they had been a Mazama member, and to identify the person who had been a member for the longest. Marianne Kearney, member since 1945, easily won. Kate Evans distributed pins and letters to the new 25- and 50-year members.

Kate also mentioned that the Classics need more committee members, friends of the committee, and event leaders, especially a co-chair to help chair Rose Marie Gilbert, and a volunteer to help Flora Huber with the new transportation plan. We are planning to have a west side (location to be determined) and an east side (Gateway) pick up point. If you are interested in becoming a transportation buddy you can sign up on the Classics section of the Mazama website or contact Flora Huber, our new transportation coordinator, at flobell17@comcast.net or 503-658-5710. New 25-year member Richard Getgen has already volunteered to lead Classic hikes. Thanks, Richard!

All ages are welcome to join the fun.

CONTACTING THE CLASSICS If you wish to contact the Classics, you can call or email Chair Rose Marie Gilbert at 503-762-2357 or gilbertrosemarie@centurylink.net, or Executive Council liaison Kate Evans at 503-635-6540, kateevans97@gmail.com, or classics@mazamas.org.

LEADING EVENTS IN FEBRUARY If you are interested in leading an event next month, please contact Rose Marie Gilbert by Jan. 12.

THURS. JAN. 7 GLENDOVEER HIKE AND LUNCH Enjoy a 2 mile hike around Glendoveer. Meet at the parking lot on the corner of NE Halsey and NE 148th at 10 a.m. After the hike we can have lunch at Sharis on NE 122nd and visit. Leader: Billie Goodwin, 503-2546121, oriongood@aol.com.

MON. JAN. 11 CLASSICS MEETING Are you interested in becoming more involved with the Classics? We could use your energy, enthusiasm, and assistance. We’ll be discussing our transportation plan, recruitment efforts, and winter events. Meet at 11 a.m. in room 3 at the MMC. TUE. JAN. 26 SNOWSHOE: TRILLIUM LAKE Meet in the parking lot at 9:30 a.m. The leader will bring a stove to heat water for anyone who would like to make soup, coffee or tea for lunch (you bring the water). The trail around the lake from the parking lot is 4.4 miles, and a SnoPark permit is required for the lot. Interested persons email: David.R.Christopher@ gmail.com.

SAT. JULY 2 DICK AND JANE MILLER’S “FOURTH” OF JULY PICNIC POTLUCK AUG. 27-SEPT. 2 CLASSIC HIKERS GETAWAY LONG BEACH PENINSULA Five days of relaxed pace hiking on the Long Beach Peninsula including Fort Columbia, the many trails in Cape Disappointment State Park, the Discovery Trail, and Leadbetter Point. We will meet at the trailhead for each hike; there will be no in town meeting. Hikes will be listed in the Bulletin under Trail Trips. For those who want to camp in the area Cape Disappointment State Park will be the leader’s base. It can be a popular campground so early reservations are recommended.

For details email Ray Sheldon at rbshldn@pacifier.com.

The Basic Climbing Education Program is Almost Here!

by Matt Blecharz, BCEP Coordinator

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e’ve been talking about this weekend for a month, everyone’s excited. Here we are; pristine snow, four thousand feet left to go, not a boot track in front of us. Rustling sleeping bags, boiling water, tent zippers pull open, can you feel that, its freezing cold, back in the sleeping bag I go ...

An experience had by many, so much energy, a wonderful weekend, a successful summit! For many, the Basic Climbing Education Program (BCEP) is where it starts. An opportunity to meet new friends, uniquely experience the outdoors, learn critical skills for mountaineering and rock climbing, and build lasting friendships as we each endeavor to succeed.

Whether you enjoy being drenched on a Gorge hike or a fun day outdoors learning new skills, whether interests lie in rock or snow, BCEP has something for all. Beginning in March and carrying through April, our course teaches the skills required to be a successful team member of mountain climbs. From the ability to belay safely, to techniques for rope team travel on glaciated peaks, to how to get yourself off that summit through safe rappelling techniques, as well as focusing on all the in between skills to get from your car, back to your car, safely.

Each of these skills are critical to becoming a safe and positive member of successful climb teams. Each skill preparing all BCEP’ers to be strong members of Mazama “A” and “B” level climbs (all routes on Mt. Hood are graded “B” Level climbs or higher!).

BCEP is truly a unique experience, where thousands of volunteer hours are put in to empower 200 plus students to succeed where each volunteer has succeeded before. Mark your calendars, come to BCEP Info Info Night, and all of us together can make 2016 a great year. I’ll see you there!

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Order Your Mazama Annual Today!

The Mazama Annual is the Mazamas yearly publication. The 2015 edition will include best-of articles from the past year, new articles, color photographs, research and expedition reports, and administrative reports. This 80-page book is $5 and available for order. If you prefer to read the Annual online you don’t need to do anything now—you’ll be able to find it at issuu.com/mazamas in March 2016. Orders will be mailed in March 2016.

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Donate Your Warm Clothing Last year, the Mazamas donated over 600 pounds of much appreciated warm winter clothing to Fish Emergency Services.

You can help our Portland neighbors again this winter.

Please look through your closets for: warm coats & jackets gloves, mittens, hats, and socks warm shirts & pants ... all that fleece clothing the Mazamas are famous for!

Donation boxes are in the lobby of the Mazama Mountaineering Center and at the Ramble sign-in spot at REI. Donations will be accepted through March.

This program is part of the Mazama Trail Trips Committee—for more information contact Tom Davidson at Tedclimbs@gmail.com.

FISH is located at SE 13th and Hawthorne and they serve residents from our Mazama neighborhood. For more information about FISH Emergency Services, please visit their web site: www.fishemergencyservice.org

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TRAIL TRIPS SCHEDULE

Join us! Mazama Trail Trips are open to everyone.

Contact Trail Trips Committee chair Regis Krug at 503-704-6642 with any questions. To lead a hike next month, go to: mazamas2.org.

WEBSITE UPDATES

Leaders may schedule a hike after the Bulletin is published, or occasionally a hike location will change. Visit mazamas. org/activities-events/hikeschedule/ for updates!

HK B2 Jan 01 (Fri) Dog Dawn Day One. Regis Krug 503-704-6442/ regis_krug@mentor.com. No extra fee to cajole hung-over hikers to their first summit of the year. Check the weather and be prepared, we’ve had bluebirds to blizzards in years past. MU 8 miles, 2,900 feet, Drive 98, TH, Gateway TC 7:30 a.m.

HK A1.5 Jan 02 (Sat) Explore Metro Parks—Graham Oaks. Rick Craycraft 503-679-2113 or leftfield5@ juno.com. Come explore a park off the Willamette in Wilsonville.

Graham Oaks offers a glimpse into oak prairie habitats once common in the Willamette Valley. Easy trails.

There’s a McMenamins nearby if we need to dry out. 3 miles, 200 feet, Drive 46, MMC 9 a.m.

HK B2 Jan 02 (Sat) Forest Park Loop. Mark Sanzone, msanzone@ yahoo.com, 503-679-0962. Morning hike. Start at the Wildwood Trailhead on Germantown Road.

Done by noon. 6 miles, 600 feet, Drive 0, 9 a.m.

Class A: Easy to moderate; less than 8 miles and under 1,500 feet elevation gain Class B: Moderate to difficult; less than 15 miles with 1,500–3,000 feet elevation gain OR 8–15 miles with less than 1,500 feet of elevation gain Class C and Cw: Difficult to strenuous: 15+ miles in distance OR 3,000+ feet elevation gain; Class Cw indicates winter conditions Class D and Dw: Very difficult, strenuous trips in challenging conditions. No specific distance or elevation gain. Special equipment, conditioning, and experience may be required. Contact leader for details before the day of the trip is mandatory. Dw indicates winter conditions.

Numeral after class indicates pace. All pace information is uphill speed range; e.g.

1.5 = 1.5–2 mph: a slow to moderate pace; 2

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Everyone is welcome.

See the separate list at mazamas.org/activitiesevents/aym/

HK B2.5 Jan 02 (Sat) WahkeenaMultnomah Creeks Loop. John Sterbis sterbisj@gmail.com.You must contact group leader to sign up for this hike. This is a waterfall lover’s paradise. There are eight named waterfalls on this trip as well as countless cascades and intermittent falls. Great opportunity to start the New Year with a hike!

Be prepared for varied weather conditions. 5.4 miles, 1,700 feet, Drive 48, Gateway 8 a.m.

HK A1.5 Jan 03 (Sun) Tryon Creek Winter Walk. Carolyn Jenkins 503422-6456. Nice walk, short drive, late start. Join us! Walk a loop through a forested canyon tucked between Portland and Lake Oswego. On the far end of the loop we walk along residential streets. Dress for the weather and prepare for some mud.

No parking fee. 6.2 miles, 500 feet, Drive 0, Meet at the Nature Center at Tryon Creek State Park 10 a.m.

HK B1.5 Jan 03 (Sun) Kings Mountain. Sue Dimin 503-293-0263. = 2.0–2.5 mph: a moderate speed common on weekend hikes; 2.5 = 2.5–3.0 mph: a moderate to fast pace and is a conditioner.

“Wilderness—Limit 12” indicates the hike enters a Forest Service-designated Wilderness Area; group size limited to 12.

MU: Hike is posted on Meetup.

Hike fees: $2 for members, each family participant, and those belonging to clubs in FWOC; $4 for non-members. No person will be turned away if they are unable to pay. Street Ramble fees: $2 per person; $1 per person if over 55 or 14 and under. Both members and nonmembers are welcome at all trail trips. Trail Tending events are free.

Meeting Places: Gateway–SE corner of P and R Garage near 99th and Pacific (I-84 Exit 7); L and C–Lewis and Clark State Park (1-84 Exit 18); Oswego TC–Boones Ferry Rd

WILDERNESS DESIGNATION

Wilderness—Limit 12 indicates that the hike enters a Forest Servicedesignated Wilderness Area and the group size is limited to 12.

There may be snow, so bring your yak traks 5.4 miles, 2780 feet, Drive 66, Target/185th 8 a.m.

HK C2 Jan 06 (Wed) Larch Mountain (Multnomah Falls) (W). Rex Breunsbach 971-8322556 or breunsba@teleport.com.

Wilderness—Limit 12. One of my favorites, providing a steady workout with a great view at the top.

Come prepared for rain, snow, or ice 13.8 miles, 4100 feet, Drive 48, MMC 8 a.m.

HK A1.5 Jan 09 (Sat) Explore Metro Parks—Canemah Bluff.

Rick Craycraft 503-679-2113 or leftfield5@juno.com. Hike in an undeveloped area on the cliffs above Hwy 99E south of Oregon City. Views of the river in places and some newly improved trails in the woods.

Rain pants recommended for hiking in wet brush. Call for directions if you want to meet at the trailhead.

However, there is limited parking. 2 miles, 500 feet, Drive 32, MMC 9 a.m.

at Monroe Parkway; Salmon Creek P and R–Vancouver P and R at 134 St (1-5 Exit 7 or 1-205 Exit 36); Parkrose/Sumner Transit Center–Sandy Blvd. and 98th Ave. (1-205 Exit 23A); Durham–P and R at Boones Ferry and Bridgeport (1-5 Exit 290); MMC– Mazama Mountaineering Center, 527 SE 43rd at Stark; Pendleton–Pendleton Woolen Mills in Washougal; REI–Pearl, NW 14th and Johnson; Target185–Target P/L Sunset Hwy at 185th. Dr.–round-trip driving mileage. ft– Hike elevation gain. TH Pass–USFS parking pass needed for trailhead; SnoPass–Snow park pass.

Trail Trips Hike Rules: Hikers are encouraged to carpool and share costs. The maximum suggested total rate each is a donation of ten cents per mile for up to three people per vehicle. Dogs are not allowed except for hikes designated as “dog-walks.” Alcohol

STREET RAMBLES

Multiple groups teams hike at different paces every Tuesday and Thursday with various leaders. Bring a headlamp.

4–8 miles, 500–1,500 feet.

Meet at REI-Pearl, NW 14th and Johnson. Group leaves promptly at 6 p.m.

HK B2.5 Jan 09 (Sat) Neahkahnie Mountain. Gary Bishop gbish90@ hotmail.com. Pre-BCEP conditioning hike. We will head down to the scenic headlands of Oswald West State Park. Then it’s up to the top of Neahkahnie Mountain with wonderful views (if the weather cooperates). 8.6 miles, 1,950 feet, Drive 120, Target/185th 8:30 a.m.

SS A Jan 09 (Sat) White River Snowshoe. David Nelson dkbmnelson@gmail.com.

Wilderness—Limit 12. We will venture up White River canyon approx. 2 miles, gain the west ridge and travel off-trail back down Boy Scout Ridge to the cars. Pace will be easy/moderate. Bring ski poles.

Please contact leader via email to reserve a spot. 4 miles, 1,000 feet, Drive 110, Sno-Park, Gateway 8 a.m.

HK A2 Jan 10 (Sun) BalfourKlickitat River. Dan Smith 503-4088923. We will do a 1-mile loop at Balfour area and then on to Klickitat River Trail. The bald eagles should and firearms are not allowed. Participants should wear appropriate hiking shoes; carry lunch, water, rain gear (umbrella, parka, or poncho), and the 10 essentials (whistle, extra food and clothing, sun protection, map, compass, flashlight, first aid kit, pocket knife, waterproof matches, fire starter). Participants should be in a physical condition appropriate for the difficulty of the hike.

Leaders may decline anyone not properly equipped or judged incapable of completing the hike in a reasonable time frame. Hikers voluntarily leaving the group are considered nonparticipants. In case of accident, illness, or incapacity, hikers must pay their medical and/or evacuation expenses whether they authorize them or not. Hikes leave the meeting place at the time listed. Adverse conditions, weather, and combined circumstances can affect difficulty.

be out for some great photos. Dress warm for this hike.—It can be very chilly next to the river. 8-9 miles, 440 ft. Drive 141 miles, Gateway 8 a.m.

HK B2 Jan 10 (Sun) Dog Mountain Loop. Rick Eskridge 503-668- 8200.

It will be your usual thigh buster. Up the east trail and down Augspurger.

Bring you traction devices in case we find ice, and be prepared for any type of weather. (Please be considerate to your carpool drivers and bring a change of shoes and a bag to put your muddy boots in).

7.2 miles, 2,900 feet, Drive 98, TH, Gateway 8 a.m.

SS D Jan 10 (Sun) Mt. Defiance Snowshoe. David Zeps 503-638 5430 or davidz24130@gmail.com.

Wilderness—Limit 12. Strenuous hike including several thousand feet of elevation gain on snowshoes.

Be prepared for any weather and possible return after dark.

Mandatory call or email to leader before the day of the snowshoe for OK to participate. 12 miles, 4,800 feet, Drive 90, Gateway 7:30 a.m. MU HK B2 Jan 13 (Wed) Chocolate Falls. Rex Breunsbach 971-8322556 or breunsba@teleport.com.

Mt. St. Helens Area. Named for the color of the water that sometimes flows here. We will start at Marble Mountain Sno-Park and work our way up to Timberline. Traction devices, snowshoes, and poles required. 8 miles, 1,200 feet, Drive 130, TH, MMC 8 a.m.

BP Jan 16 (Sat) Twin Lakes Beginner Winter Backpack. Regis Krug 503-704-6442 or regis_krug@ mentor.com. You must contact the leader to join this activity.

Wilderness—Limit 12. Never been backpacking in the winter before?

Intimidated by it all? This is your opportunity to give it a try. We will do an easy 2-mile snowshoe hike up the Pacific Crest Trail from the Frog Lake Sno-Park to Lower Twin Lakes and set up camp. Once settled in, you can relax in camp or explore the area around the lake. After a lazy breakfast on Sunday morning, we’ll snowshoe to Upper Twin Lake and Palmateer Point. With good weather, we should have clear views of Mt. Hood, Barlow Butte, and the Barlow Creek valley. Then, it’s back to camp, pack up, and head for the trailhead.

HK A1.5 Jan 16 (Sat) Explore Metro Parks—Cooper Mountain.

Rick Craycraft 503-679-2113 or leftfield5@juno.com. The last of our explorations of Metro Parks. A system of trails draped on the side of Cooper Mountain in Southwest Beaverton. Forested paths, open

views, and patches of preserved prairie. Note that this hike is a bit steeper in several places than the preceding three. Dress for the weather. 3.5 miles, 800 feet, Drive 40, MMC 9 a.m.

HK B2 Jan 16 (Sat) Greenleaf Overlook. Rex Breunsbach 971832-2556 or breunsba@teleport. com. We will hike up to the Pacific Crest Trail and visit Gillette Lake on the way to the Greenleaf Overlook for a nice view over the Gorge. We will stop for lunch at Gillette Lake on the way back. 9 miles, 1,600 feet, Drive 90, TH, Gateway Park & Ride 8 a.m.

HK A2 Jan 17 (Sun) Alameda Ridge. Paul Steger PaulSteger612@ gmail.com. Gather in NE corner of Whole Foods parking lot in front of the Albina Library. We will walk/ hike up and down streets and stairs winding our way along the Alameda Ridge and looping back to the library. Be prepared for any type of weather. 7 miles, 800 feet, Drive 0, 8:30 a.m. MU HK B2 Jan 17 (Sun) Dry Creek Falls (Herman Creek Pinnacles).

Angelica Schaefer 608-575-7142.

Hike from the parking lot under the Bridge of Gods, to the Herman Creek Pinnacles then on to small waterfall, before heading back to Dry Creek Falls for lunch. 7.6 miles, 1,800 feet, Drive 78, Gateway 8 a.m.

HK C2 Jan 20 (Wed) Nesmith Ridge to Corky’s Corner. Rex Breunsbach 971-832-2556 or breunsba@teleport. com. We will climb steeply up to Corky’s Corner and perhaps do some pruning. Good winter conditioner.

Bring pruning shears, traction devices, and come prepared for any kind of weather. 6 miles, 2,760 feet, Drive 70, 8 a.m.

HK A2 Jan 22 (Fri) St. Johns Bridge Loop. Sherry Bourdin 503-246-8095.

Great inner city hike beginning on the east side of the St. John’s Bridge where we will cross the bridge and follow Ridge Trail into Forest Park.

We’ll climb an easy grade up into the park intersecting with numerous trails and ending back at the St. John’s Bridge. You’ll experience beautiful deep forest views and almost total quiet. Maybe convene for a hot cocoa or coffee in St. John’s Village after the hike. Call leader for details. 7.2 miles 900 Feet Drive 0 9 a.m.

HK B2 Jan 23 (Sat) Bunker Hill.

Rex Breunsbach 971-832-2556 or breunsba@teleport.com. Scenic Wind River area north of Carson with eleven heart-pounding switchbacks and a secluded summit.

Mazama hike in the Oregon coast range—Gales Creek/Story Burn loop. on a beautiful day, Oct. 14, 2015. New Hike Leader: Tony Spiering and mentor leader—Rex Breunsbach. Photo: Jim Selby.

We might see a few elk along the way. 8 miles, 1,500 feet, Drive 75, Gateway 8 a.m. MU NS A2 Jan 23 (Sat) Cross Country Ski. Flora Huber 503-658-5710.

Location will depend on the weather and availability of sites. Trail trip fee of $10. 3.2 miles, 400 feet, Drive 60, Sno-Park, Safeway on Hwy 26 in Sandy by ATM 8:30 a.m.

SS A Jan 23 (Sat) Trillium Lake Moonlight Snowshoe. David Nelson dkbmnelson@gmail.com.

Wilderness—Limit 12. Plan is to snowshoe around Trillium Lake under the moonlight. (Jan 23 is full moon). If weather and clouds cooperate it will be a great evening.

The pace will be easy to moderate.

Being late at night, bring extra warm clothes (no cotton) and headlamp (part of 10 Essentials).

Estimated snowshoe time 2.5-3hrs.

Meet at Clackamas Town Center Transit Center Park & Ride, 9225 SE Sunnyside Rd. North end of transit parking center, up ramp to lower level. Please contact leader at dkbmnelson@gmail.com if you plan to go. 5.2 miles, 800 feet, Drive 100, Sno-Park, Clackamas Town Center Park & Ride 6 p.m.

HK B1.5 Jan 24 (Sun) Hamilton Mountain Loop. Sue Dimin 503293-0263. May be snow, so pack the yak traks and be prepared for all weather. 7.6 miles, 2100 feet, Drive 88, State Park, Gateway 8:30 a.m.

HK C2 Jan 27 (Wed) Sedum Ridge from Trout Creek. Rex Breunsbach 971-832-2556 or breunsba@teleport. com. Let’s try something different.

We will start at the Trout Creek Trailhead in the Wind River area above Carson and hike along the PCT south toward Table Mountain.

10.8 miles, 1,960 feet, Drive 80, TH MMC 8 a.m.

NS A2 Jan 30 (Sat) Cross Country Ski. Flora Huber 503-658-5710.

Location will depend on the weather and availability of sites. Trail trip fee of $10. 3.2 miles, 400 feet, Drive 60, Sno-Park, Safeway on Hwy 26 in Sandy by ATM 8 a.m.

HK A1.5 Jan 31 (Sun) Boring Lava Tube Exploration. Bill Stein billstein.rpcv@gmail.com. Did you know there’s a secret cave on public land a short distance from Clackamas Town Center? Toward the end of a short loop hike, we will ascend off-trail to a cave entrance.

There we will hang out in the cold or rain as, one by one, we get on all fours to enter the metro area’s only(?) Boring Lava Tube worthy of a visit. Once inside, there’s room for everyone to sit or crouch. Bring clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting muddy, and be sure to bring a strong light. RSVP required by Jan. 29, as our maximum party size is 20. 2.3 miles, 650 feet, Drive 3, Clackamas Town Center MAX Park & Ride, 2nd level 9 a.m.

HK B2 Jan 31 (Sun) Cape Horn.

Brett Nair 503-847-9550. If this isn’t on your top-ten list, it should be: less than 45 minutes from Portland, a moderate trail through a pleasant forest of coniferous and deciduous trees, sweeping views of the Columbia Gorge. This a great hike under partly cloudy (even stormy) skies. Last day to hike the full trail before the lower section is closed for the privacy of falcon parents-to-be.

7 miles, 1400 feet, Drive 55, Gateway 8 a.m. MU SS A Jan 31 (Sun) Twin Lakes Snowshoe. Joe Whittington joewhittington@gmail.com.

Wilderness—Limit 12. From Frog Lake Sno-Park we’ll snowshoe a five mile loop to Lower and Upper Twin Lakes. Contact leader for details. 5 miles, 500 feet, Drive 116, Sno-Park, Contact Leader 7 a.m. MU

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Mazama Service Awards 2015

HONORARY MEMBER— DOUG WILSON

This award is the highest form of recognition the Mazamas can bestow on an individual. We present it to those who have distinguished themselves in mountaineering, conservation, exploration, or service to the organization.

PARKER CUP—JOHN GODINO

HARDESTY CUP—TOM GUYOT

The Parker Cup is given annually to recognize the member who has rendered services of the greatest benefit to the club during the past year. Named after Alfred E. Parker, who was president of the club in 1925.

The Hardesty Cup is awarded to the person who has accumulated the most leader points on trail trips over their hike leading career. Named after William J. Hardesty, who started the hiking program in 1912 and was Mazama President in 1917. Hardesty left his estate to the club, which is the basis for the Mazama Foundation.

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THIS MONTH IN EXECUTIVE COUNCIL The Executive Council meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month.

Meetings are open to members.

For those of you who closely follow the Bulletin and watch what’s happening at the Mazamas, the Executive Council (EC) is trying something new. Each month, instead of printing the formal minutes, we will provide a report on what happened at the regular EC meeting. The purpose is to create a digest of news of committee business and the initiatives that EC is discussing.

What’s going on this month? Most committees reported moving forward with planning and executing programs. Trail Trips announced a few new exciting initiatives: online feedback, GPS tracks, and, just in time for stocking stuffers, punch cards for frequent hikers and ramblers. Climbing is also making advances with leader development and are beginning to launch priority projects, including organizing a fundamentals of mentoring program. Mazama Families is also preparing a new Crag/Top Rope Leader program for spring.

Portland Alpine Fest (PAF) reported on this year’s event. The initial analysis shows a very successful event, beating budget, attendance, and sponsorship goals. The organizers, however, reported that stronger staff leadership would benefit the festival, and that one challenging area is balancing the outreach and recognition aspects of the event. To address these issues, the committee requested that Sarah Bradham, Mazamas Marketing & Publications Manager, be formally in charge of PAF next year to coordinate volunteer effort.

They also proposed recrafting PAF’s strategic plan to focus on outreach while creating a new event in spring, not run by this committee, which exclusively celebrates the achievements and volunteerism of Mazamas. After discussion it was decided to form a task force to look into whether and/or how to separate the functions of the event.

There is a lot of news on the strategic project front. The IT project will begin phase II in earnest in January, with a special meeting to approve expenditures and hiring for a project manager. For Youth Outreach, the Gray Family Foundation announced that it will award the Mazamas $35,000 to improve the Mazama Lodge for Outdoor School programs. This grant must be matched, and project-specific discussions will take place in spring to further explore how this impacts the Lodge’s long-term capital improvement plan, including the parking lot. Additionally, Jenny Dempsey Stein, an intern brought on board to work on youth program development, presented recommendations for assuming the management of the Adventure Wild day camp, hosted at the MMC, to generate revenue for Youth Outreach programs.

EC also addressed topics outstanding from their October retreat. A proposal on how to plan, organize, and direct work at the Mazamas based around teams of directors, staff members, and committees was presented.

This proposal does not replace the official organizational chart, nor does it replace any current policies. Teams will be meeting in January to discuss goals. Finally, two timelines were presented with different options for a vote on a dues increase in 2016. As it has been almost 10 years since the last dues increase, one of the longest intervals in Mazamas’ history, plans are to move forward. President Steve Hooker and Executive Director Lee Davis will continue working to devise a formal proposal and gather input for a vote in spring or fall of 2016.

To read more on these topics, the formal minutes, and the complete member reports, please visit the member’s section of the website here: tinyurl.com/MazEC. Next month’s meeting will focus on two specific strategic projects: IT and Stewardship.

Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) A Mazama committee providing support services to Mazamas.

If you or your group have had a traumatic experience contact the Mazama office (503-227-2345) or Marina Wynton. All debriefs conducted through CISM are confidential.

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MAZAMAS

Welcome New Mazamas!

Geert Aerts—Hochkonig Jocelyn Akins—Mt. Rainier Christina Arrington—Mt. St. Helens Steven Campbell—Mt. St. Helens Amine Chater—Mt. St. Helens Nathan Cornell—Mt. St. Helens Brian Davis—Middle Sister Tarika Hanawalt—Mt. Adams Vicki Hooker—Mt. St. Helens Chong Huh—South Sister Kwan Huh—South Sister Jamie Hunter—South Sister Dana Knickerbocker—Tomyhoi Peak John Lewis—Mt. St. Helens Gregory Long—Middle Sister Patrick Marre—South Sister Nathan Martchenke—South Sister Kamek Maurice—Mt. Hood James McLain—Mt. Adams Richard Mills—Mt. St. Helens Lisa Oakland—Old Snowy Ben Pellegrom—South Sister Sid Perkins—Mt. Hood Haley Rice—South Sister Taylor Samuelsen—Mt. Shasta Theresa Silveyra—Mt. St. Helens Rachel Smith—South Sister James Spencer—South Sister Richard Sundby—Mt. Adams Pat Thomas—Mt. Stuart Rick Trostel—Mt. Hood Alexander Vasarab—Mt. St. Helens Hughes Wike—Mt. Rainier Mark Williams—Mt. St. Helens Rebecca Witherow—Mt. Hood Reinstated: Ben Elkind (2006), Dennis Fitzgerald (2012), Tina Granados (1999), Greg Milne (1983), Dallas Tate (2014) Deceased: Ferd Zurcher (1972)

Nov. 30 STATS

by Jamie Anderson, Mazamas Member Services Manager

35 New 4 Reinstated 1 Deceased 3,598 2015 3,513 2014

We Teach Trad

Advanced Rock Applications Accepted Nov. 30–Jan. 12 Applications will be accepted soon for the Mazamas Advanced Rock/Beginning Trad class, which runs from March–May 2016. To view more information about the course and to apply, visit mazamas.org/education-classes/advanced-rock/.

THE CLASS CONSISTS OF: ▶▶ A series of 11 lectures given by knowledgeable speakers with hands on demos or exercises where appropriate. ▶▶ 8 weekend field sessions coordinated by skilled, experienced climbers. ▶▶ Opportunities to meet new and experienced rock climbers. ▶▶ A chance to learn about local climbing areas. ▶▶ Involvement in a supportive group that will facilitate learning new skills and challenging yourself through climbing. ▶▶ FUN!! And lots of it.

If you have questions, contact the leadership team at mazamas.ar@gmail.com.

Alpine Photography Clinic

Do you want to improve the quality of the pictures you take while on a Mazama or any climbing trip?

This two lecture and full weekend session workshop will give you the tools to use your camera more often and more efficiently, with a mountain-centered focus for outdoor enthusiasts who want to improve their photography skills. Course topics will cover understanding manual setting and controls like exposure, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and shooting modes. During the workshop the audience will get an opportunity to learn and practice skills in outdoors under different conditions. Topics will also include gear management lens selection/philosophy, composition techniques, low light and night photography, random tips and tricks, post processing, and presentation. ▶▶ Dates: Lecture/workshop March 2 & 10, 2016, 6–9 p.m., MMC ▶▶ Field Session: March 5–6, Smith Rock State Park ▶▶ Cost: $55 members; $90 nonmembers ▶▶ Register: mazamas.org/education-classes/alpine-photography/

Basic Rock Skills

Do you need to brush up on your basic rock climbing skills?

This is your opportunity to refresh knot tying, tying in, climbing commands, belaying, rappelling, prusiking, passing protection on a fixed line and cleaning a top-rope anchor. Join us on the instructional climbing walls at the Mazama Mountaineering Center. You do not need to be a Mazama member to register for these climbing clinics. ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶ ▶▶

Dates: February 19, March 12, April 15, May 26, June 15 from 6–9 p.m. at the MMC. Cost: $15 per evening clinic.

Register: mazamas.org/education-classes/basic-rock-skills/ Required Gear: Climbing harness, 3 locking and 2 non-locking carabiners, belay device, climbing helmet, personal protection (sometimes called a personal leash), prusik cord, and rock shoes or climbing boots. You can rent rock shoes and other gear at The Mountain Shop (1510 NE 37th).

JANUARY 2016

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