Mazama Bulletin - December

The Mazamas promotes mountaineering through education, climbing, hiking, fellowship, safety and the protection of mountain environments.

December/2014 • Vol. 96 • No. 12

nesika klatawa sahale— we climb high

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December 2014 Cover: Brinda Ganesh on Mt. Rainier. Photo: Vaqas Malik.

(Left) Mazamas Wim Aarts, Tomasz Piekarz, and Terry Donahe enjoy the summit of Mt. Hood during an early season climb of Devil’s Kitchen Headwall on Nov. 17, 2014. Photo: Wim Aarts.

Mazama Mountaineering Center 527 SE 43rd Ave., Portland, Oregon, 97215 503-227-2345 adventure@mazamas.org Hours: Mon.–Thu. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Mazama Lodge 30500 West Leg Rd., Government Camp, Oregon, 97028 503-272-9214 mazama.lodge@mazamas.org Hours: Thursday Noon— Monday Noon

Mazama Staff Lee Davis—Executive Director (lee@mazamas.org) Kati Mayfield—Volunteer Manager (kati@mazamas.org) Adam Baylor—Stewardship and Communications Manager (adam@mazamas.org)

FEATURES

Upcoming Events Dec. 1—Advanced Rock Application Available It’s time to apply for Advanced Rock! See details on p. 21

Dec. 2—Simone Moro at The North Face

The North Face athlete Simone Moro, the celebrated Italian alpinist renowned for his daring winter ascents, will speak to his experiences in the mountains, discuss his new book “The Call of the Ice: Climbing 8000m Peaks in Winter,”and present a screening of Cory Richards’ film “COLD.” Free Event. The North Face Portland, 8 p.m.

Dec. 12—Classics’ Luncheon at the MMC

an opportunity to mingle and visit with fellow Classic Mazamas and MMC staff, and enjoy a wonderful lunch. See page 26 for more details.

Dec 14—Ueli Steck at University of Portland

Presented by Mountain Hardwear, with proceeds to benefit the \AAC, the highly acclaimed “Swiss Machine” will present a visually stunning and interactive slideshow about his experiences climbing the world’s largest mountains, setting speed records without oxygen, and training in the Swiss Alps. $15, University of Portland (Buckley Center), 7 p.m.

Dec. 20—Annual Snowball at Mazama Lodge

Scandinavian Holiday Celebration. See page 19 for details.

Dec. 31—New Year’s Eve Celebration at Mazama Lodge Talent show, travel monologue, excellent food, rec room competition, family fames, and much more. See page 19 for details.

Building Closure: The MMC will be closed from Dec. 24–Jan. 1 for general maintenance, cleaning and Ice Wall Construction.

What Does Volunteerism Mean to You? p. 4 How Can I Volunteer? p. 6 Portland Alpine Fest— Year 2, p. 10 Mazama Award Winners, p. 10 Turn Your Volunteering Into $$$! p. 11 Hike Leader Profiles—Kate Evans, p. 14 It Takes a Village, p. 24

MONTHLY COLUMNS

Upcoming Events, p. 4 Volunteer Opportunities, p. 5 Evening Travel Programs, p. 13 Outings, p. 18 Membership Report, p. 20 20s & 30s, p. 20 Mazama Lodge, p. 21 Successful Climbers, p. 21 Families, p. 23 Classics, p. 26 Trail Trips, p. 28 Executive Council Minutes, p. 30

Sarah Bradham—Marketing and Publications Manager (sarah@mazamas.org) Jamie Anderson—Member Services Manager (jamie@mazamas.org) Rick Craycraft—MMC Facility Manager (rick@mazamas.org) Charles Barker—Mazama Lodge Manager (mazama.lodge@mazamas.org)

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Executive Director’s Report

Thank You Dear Mazamas, Snow is in the mountains and the holiday season is here.

It’s time to get out our skis, snowshoes, and ice tools and dig through drawers to find our balaclavas. December is also a time when we reflect on a year gone by, on moments of success and failure, and on the value of friendships, family and community.

As such, this Bulletin is all about recognizing and thanking the hundreds of amazing Mazama volunteers who helped make 2014 a wonderful year.

As is our tradition, this last year we helped thousands of people hike, climb, ski, snowshoe as well as travel to amazing places around the world. We raised funds and sent our Critical Incident Stress Management team to Nepal, built the largest indoor ice climbing wall in North America, improved internal systems and started exciting new programs. And as always, the majority of this work was accomplished, with enthusiasm and purpose, by our hundreds of dedicated Mazama volunteers.

For most of us, the best moments of volunteering at Mazamas are in the field. Teaching a class, helping to lead an activity and mentoring others way out in the mountains, on a trail or at a crag is where it’s at. We get up early, drive towards the mountains and help others learn how to safely access, enjoy and protect the beauty of the mountains. It’s what we do.

Driving home after a long weekend of volunteering with a carload of tired and happy friends is something all of us have experienced. There are many other common elements to those rides; we’re often a little sore, a little smelly, looking for the closest open restaurant and waiting for cell service so we can contact our friends or family and let them know we’ll be home soon.

Similarly, the carpool conversation often turns to storytelling from the trip or class gone by, moments of humor, challenge and fascination. At some point before we’ve unloaded our packs and walked back into our homes, we always turn and say thank you to our fellow volunteers. Our leaders, assistants, instructors, safety officers, and committee members make those weekends happen for everyone, and each and every one of us is thankful for their efforts and their choice to volunteer.

Like all nonprofits, the Mazamas are blessed to receive regular financial support from members, individual donors, foundations and corporate sponsors which helps us continue to operate our programs and expand our capacity. All of that support is dwarfed in value, nearly ten times over (according to the IRS valuation of volunteer service hours) by the volume of volunteerism at Mazamas. Often over 50,000 hours per year are given in service to Mazamas mission and programs.

There are many reasons why we each choose to volunteer with the Mazamas. Personally, we benefit; we explore our strengths, meet new people, spend time with our friends, improve our skills, and experience new and beautiful places.

We also experience the great joys of being with others when they triumphantly achieve their personal goals after sustained preparation and effort. Helping people learn those skills,

values and ethics necessary to be a successful and responsible mountaineer is immensely gratifying. Our work strengthens our community and helps us share our values with others.

In addition to these direct benefits, we also believe that by creating these personal growth experiences in the mountains, that our people bond with the land in a unique way and begin to care about preservation and conservation of the alpine environment.

Through volunteering in Mazama programs you’re not just helping to forge hundreds of new alpinists each year but also new conservationists.

Our collective impact is not small. As Mazamas, we believe that learning to climb mountains makes people stronger, wiser and more competent through their whole lives. By teaching others the skills necessary to attain a personal goal like summiting a mountain we make our whole community stronger.

We’ve each individually been affected by climbing, hiking and skiing in the mountains and we want to cultivate that experience throughout our community.

By helping with Mazama programs we are promoting our values and serving to strengthen our community. For myself and many of our members this reason is at the core of why we volunteer.

Over the next few years we, the Mazamas, have decided to invest heavily in expanding our core programs, enhancing our operations and exploring new opportunities. We are working to improve our strength and our ability to serve our mission and our community. Your contribution of time, through volunteering on Mazama activities, classes or committees, makes you a part of that investment and helps us attain our goals all the more quickly.

Your choice to volunteer continues Mazamas 120-year heritage of generosity and community service. Thank you, one and all for your gifts of time and effort which truly help everyone enjoy and protect the mountains.

Happy holidays,

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Our collective impact is not small ... By teaching others the skills necessary to attain a personal goal like summiting a mountain we make our whole community stronger.”

Lee Davis Executive Director December/2014—3

What Does Volunteerism Mean to You?

by Sojo Hendrix, Mazama President When I consider what volunteering for the Mazamas means, I think of another word— ommunity. My friend and fellow Mazama Rebecca Schob recently shared this insightful quote with me: “We cannot seek achievement for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community... Our ambitions must be broad enough to include the aspirations and needs of others, for their sakes and for our own.”–Cesar Chavez Rebecca was sharing some wonderful thoughts and energy about our recent and very successful 2014 Portland Alpine Festival. An event whose success was directly proportional to the dedication and tireless work of a committee of volunteers and a host of event volunteers. In my email exchange with Rebecca, we talked about the very nature of our Mazamas community and how important it is not only to build it from within, but also invigorate it from without,

through invitation within our larger community.

My own journey within the Mazamas, from hike leader to event leader to Parker Cup recipient to Executive Council President is rooted in my love for the mountains and for community. When you are passionate about your cause, service is the easy part. Yes, I can sometimes be heard complaining about a three-night week at the Mountaineering Center, but it’s not like I don’t have other options! I do it because I believe that what I am doing makes a difference for something greater than myself.

The amount of time any of us can spend on volunteer efforts has many direct factors like full or part-time jobs, children, age, health, etc. But the common thread in the fabric of volunteerism is that desire to make a difference without expectation for ourselves.

Mazamas are woven together through our mission of “promoting mountaineering through education, climbing, hiking,

Incoming Mazama President Sojo Hendrix receives the Sholes Ax from outgoing president Doug Couch.

Photo: Justin Brady.

fellowship, safety and the protection of mountain environments.” Though we are evolving and changing as every viable organization must do, our spirit of volunteerism is as strong and steady as ever.

And as I told Rebecca, being a Mazama at any time is special, but now it is particularly so because I feel that we are poised for greatness like never before. Thank-you for your contributions, volunteers. I look forward to our continued journey together!

Volunteer Opportunities

by Kati Mayfield • Volunteer Manager • kati@mazamas.org

Ice Wall Prep Volunteers Needed Dec. 6–7 Before installing the ice walls we need to make some small modifications to the MMC: cutting concrete, digging/ moving concrete and soil, plaster demo, and minor electrical and carpentry work. If you have a background in construction, carpentry and/or electrical work, please consider helping out! Bring your own hand tools if you have them. To sign up or get info, contact Ice Wall Project Manager, Mike Magyar, mike.magyar@ gmail.com.

Education Committee Info Night Wednesday, Dec. 10 Curious about the Mazama Education Committee? Join us for a pizza party and learn about the important role the committee plays in orchestrating and developing our educational programming. We’ll also talk

about the current openings, and about projects for the year ahead.

RSVP to Kati Mayfield, kati@ mazamas.org.

Nordic Ski School Instructors Select weekends December and January Seeking Nordic enthusiasts to volunteer as Instructors or Assistants for Nordic school.

Instructors should have First Aid and CPR (encouraged but not required for Assistants). We’ll reimburse for CPR/First Aid, mileage and provide professional instructor skill training by Shelley Hakanson (1st weekend in December). If interested in teaching or assisting with a Mazama Nordic Ski School class please contact Jodi Wacenske at jwacenske@yahoo.com.

Programs Committee Wednesday evenings (6:15–9 p.m.), Oct.–May Programs Committee organizes,

schedules and hosts our Wednesday Programs. We are looking for volunteers to share hosting duties such as setting up the auditorium and presentation system, and assisting guests and presenters. You’ll find it easy and fun with the bonus of seeing great shows and meeting other Mazamas, writers, notable climbers, scientists, tour leaders, pro photographers, adventurers, etc. Contact Program Committee Co-Chairs, John Leary or Nancy Bentley, Leary.j@comcast.net and nbentley62@aol.com, to inquire.

Outreach Committee Ongoing We’re about to embark on a new course at Outreach Committee.

Help us refine our mission and become a key committee member; or just attend outreach events. You can choose how much involvement is right for you. Try it out at the second Monday of the month meeting (Dec. 8) at 6:30 p.m.; or contact interim Chair Gary Ballou (grballou@gmail.com) for more info.

Bulletin Reader Service Flexible We are seeking volunteers to read the monthly publication to members who aren’t able to see it well or access it online. It’s like the Mazamas Audible.com service! Contact Kati Mayfield, kati@mazamas.org.

Research Committee Ongoing Research Committee seeks new members. The committee solicits proposals for research related to Mazamas goals; we then evaluate proposals, award grants, and track the progress of funded projects. Ideal candidates will hold an MS/MA or PhD, and have some graduate-level or postgraduate research experience, in a science-related field; but any club member with an interest in scientific research is welcome to apply. Please contact the committee at mazama.research@ mazamas.org.

Mazama Blog—Video Feature We would like to showcase your video on the Mazama Video of the Month feature on the Mazama Blog (mazamas. blogspot.com). Videos made by Mazamas featuring your climb, backpack trip, ski adventure, hike or other outdoor activity are needed. Please consider sharing your wilderness passion with your fellow Mazamas by sharing your video. Submit the URL of your YouTube- or Vimeo-hosted video, along with a concise introductory description, to mazama.bulletin@mazamas.org.

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How Can I Volunteer?

by Kati Mayfield, Volunteer Manager We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: you don’t have to give your life away to volunteer at the Mazamas!

This month we’re profiling a number of Mazama volunteers who give their time in different ways—from one-day events to short-term projects to recurring roles to decades of service. We are highlighting them to illustrate the diversity of volunteer pathways available, and to encourage you to find a volunteer pathway that fits your skills, interests and availability.

Throughout the issue watch for icons describing the following pathways, and read about the inspiring volunteers who have taken those paths.

Heath Harrelson Remember that beautiful new website we launched in February of 2014? One of the volunteers behind the massive content transition project was Heath Harrelson, who joined the Mazamas in 2011 after taking BCEP that year. His wife, Mary Beth, took BCEP a few years after he did, and they enjoy regularly hiking and climbing together. If he stays local, Heath loves hiking to the Cairn Basin on Mount Hood “via the Mazama Trail, of course!;” further afield, Heath’s favorite hike is the Half Dome hike in Yosemite.

He enjoys climbs where he can have a good time and push himself a little, noting Mazama climbs of Middle Sister and Three Fingered Jack among his recent favorites.

Heath is a software developer for the Oregon Clinical and Translational Research Institute at OHSU, creating web applications to help researchers collect data, which he says keeps him on his toes since he constantly gets to learn about new types of research projects and work directly with researches to develop apps that meet their specific needs. He is harnessing his developer skills for the Mazamas as well, updating the climb scheduler code and “reorganizing and modernizing things behind the scenes.”

Cheers to Heath, who is helping the Mazamas catch up with 21st century technology!

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Whatever, Whenever I’m new and want to learn the ropes: You don’t have to be a long-time Mazama to volunteer. In fact, some people really do hit the ground running.

Whether it’s getting people onto trails, helping committees run smoothly, or taking on new projects to get people engaged in the Mazamas, some volunteers really do jump in with both feet.

On Call Some volunteers prefer to be on call. To drop into the MMC to help with dues or payment processing; to fill in for hike leaders if they have to cancel; to staff a check-in table or represent the Mazamas at an event these “on call” volunteers are crucial!

Episodic Give what you can! There are a number of volunteer opportunities that ask you to commit just a few hours or a day, such as helping with a stewardship project or at an event; or to own a project but do it on your own schedule.

Short-term projects We often have projects which require concentrated work in a short period of time. Sometimes we need people with specialized skills to support these projects (like database work); sometimes we just need people with enthusiasm to help brainstorm and rally support.

Long-term commitment We certainly do have a number of volunteer roles that require you to immerse yourself in our organization or our sport. Administrative and governance roles; as well as class and activity leadership are a great fit if you are looking to sink your teeth into something.

Innovation The Mazamas has been around for 120 years, so naturally many of our volunteer roles are about keeping things running smoothly and according to plan. But we are also growing and looking forward, which means we need volunteer innovators to help us identify what our programming, classes and activities should look like in the 21st Century.

BCEP 2015 is Right Around the Corner!

by Chris Kruell, BCEP Coordinator We are in full swing with planning next year’s BCEP sessions and as you know, you are all responsible for making it happen! Time and time again, BCEP students tell us that they found out about the class from friends and acquaintances--so talk it up! Let the outdoorsy-inclined folks in your circles know that information night will be on January 22, 2015.

In addition to spreading the word, BCEP cannot happen without your kind and generous volunteering of time, whether you are leading a team, delivering a lecture, assisting with field sessions, or tromping through the mud and sunshine on conditioning hikes, keep BCEP in your plans for the spring (and summer). Our first lecture in the spring session is on Tuesday, March 17. We are beginning to formulate plans for a summer session for a limited number of students, so stay tuned if that fits better into your plans.

BCEP Info Night, Jan. 22; 7–9 p.m. at the MMC

Mazama president Sojo Hendrix presents James Selby with the Hardesty Cup. Photo: Justin Brady.

John Roskelley speaking during The Summit.

Photo: Andrew Holman.

Portland Ice Comp women’s winners (from left to right)— Elizabeth Bowers, 3rd place, Rebecca Schob, 2nd place, and Karin Mullendorf, 1st place.

Ania Wiktorowicz practices slacklining at The Source during Libby Sauter’s clinic.

Photo: Ally Imbody.

The main room during The Summit. Photo: Justin Brady.

Rayce Boucher climbs at the MMC during a clinic. Photo: Zak Tollefson.

Silent auction fun at The Summit.

Photo: Andrew Holman.

Brad Farra taking third place during the Portland Ice Comp. Photo: Andrew Holman.

Doug Couch (right) receives the Dafoe Award from Bill McLoughlin.

Portland Alpine Fest—Year 2!

Climbing Awards

Last year’s Portland Alpine Fest was an experiment: If we built a multi-day festival celebrating alpine recreation, would people come? Over 6 days and 10 events, we learned that they would. We also learned that we needed to make adjustments to timing, venues, and format to make the festival a hit for everyone.

What did the 2nd Annual Portland Alpine Fest offer? What didn’t it offer might be a better question ... There were 7 clinics taught by three professional athletes, 7 seminars taught by 4 professional athletes, 3 evening presentations at the Mazama Mountaineering Center, 2 movie nights at the MMC, 1 Ice Comp held at PRG, and 1 major event—The Summit—held at the Oregon Convention Center. A total of 21 events taking place over 6 days.

To make this happen took a formidable team of volunteers, staff, contractors, sponsors, local partners and vendors. This broad team was represented and organized by the Portland Alpine Fest Committee. The committee had members from the Mountain Shop and Portland Rock Gym as well as 15 Mazamas, all working together to create a weeklong celebration of alpine recreation for the entire portland community.

The Committee, strongly chaired by long time Mazama leader Tim Scott, created clinics and seminars that would be appealing to a large number of people, found a venue suitable for all, designed a tasty and inclusive menu for The Summit, managed athlete schedules and lodging, and so much more. Tackling a project of this magnitude is no easy feat, and this group of capable individuals epitomized the meaning of the word cohesive as they worked together to make it happen.

The festival kicked off on Monday, Nov. 3 with a Veterans Adventure Films movie night. An enthusiastic crew enjoyed short films made by veterans, as learned about the Adventure Film School that trains aspiring active service members and veterans in the art of outdoor filmmaking. As we rolled into Tuesday we launched into our seminars with hometown climber, John Frieh, leading the way with his first seminar of the week, Climbing Nutrition, followed by a fun-filled evening presentation on his first ascents in Alaska. On Wednesday there were a multitude of clinics and seminars—led by Graham Zimmerman, Libby Sauter, Aaron Mulkey, and John Frieh—along with an raucous evening presentation by Graham Zimmerman, on Explorations in Alaska.

Only three days into the festival, we were already starting to see people attending multiple events and we watched their excitement and enthusiasm build throughout the week. Thursday brought more clinics, by all of our athletes, along with “Jungle Wall-Fare” presented by Libby Sauter. On Friday we wrapped up the clinic and seminar series, and enjoyed a packed house for Aaron Mulkey’s movie night, showing “The Pursuit.”

Many of the same people who were attending clinics and seminars during the week also signed up to compete in the indoor ice climbing competition on Saturday morning. We were pretty stoked to learn that 5 of the top 6 spots in the competition went to Mazama members! Only an hour and a half after the comp wrapped up, the final party got started at the Oregon Convention Center. Of all the events during the festival, this is the one that underwent the most changes from last year.

Big successes were moving the event to Saturday evening, and locating it at a central, and well-known venue such as the

16 Peaks

Oregon Cascades

Quentin Carter Karl Kelser Amy Mendenhall

Karl Helser Michelle Van Kleeck

Guardian Peaks Stephen Baker Joe Eberhardt Amy Graham John Leahy Patricia Neighbor

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Bryan Oates Scott Osbron Seng Phou Teresa Redman Erin Wirtz

Trail Trips Awards

by Sarah Bradham, Mazama Marketing & Publications Manager

Oregon Convention Center, with numerous transportation and parking options. Food was included in the ticket price—and what a spread it was! There were two separate rooms—one for the vendor fair, food, silent auction, bars, and socializing, and the other for the presentations. This allowed those who came to enjoy the vendors, food, and friends to hang out, while others could enjoy presentations—all without any noise level issues.

The silent auction was very popular this year and we saw some heavy bidding and quite a bit of excitement as the auction closed, with people hovering around “their” items hoping not to get out bid at the last second. Keith Thomajan and Matt Zaffino led us through a lively and exciting live auction to benefit Youth Outreach programs and Mazamas award ceremony.

John Roskelley’s program wowed the audience with the astonishing difficulties and achievements from the golden age of climbing in the Himalaya and Karakorum.

He was quite touched to receive the Honorary Mazama Member Award at the conclusion of the evening.

As of this writing we have heard nothing but positive comments about the festival, and especially The Summit. It seems as though people really appreciated the overall format this year. Take a minute and tell us what you thought about the event here http://mazamas. org/activities-events/portland-alpine-festival/.

Thanks to all of the volunteers that made the Portland Alpine Fest possible, to all the athletes who came to teach and present, to the sponsors who supported us, and to the attendees who came out for one or multiple events throughout the week. We’ll see you next year for round 3!

Leadership 700 Leads–Tom Guyot

150 Leads–Megan Johnson

600 Leads–David Braem 100 Leads–James Selby 300 Leads–Wayne L. Lincoln, 50 Leads–Matt Reeder Robert (Bob) Smith 25 Leads– Sojo Hendrix, Dick Meissner, David Nelson, Marilyn 200 Leads–Rex Breunsbach Ziegler

Mileage 3000 miles–Rex Breunsbach, Marilyn Zigler

500 miles–Carole Beauclerk

Service Awards Honorary Member— John Roskelley This award is the highest form of recognition the Mazamas can bestown on an individual. We present it to those who have distinguished themselves in mountaineering, conservation, exploration or service to the organization.

Dafoe Award—Doug Couch The Vera and Carmie Dafoe Award was established in 2004 and is presented by the Climb Committee to an outstanding climb leader with fifteen or more years of continuous active participation, demonstrated outstanding leadership, and substanitial service to the Mazamas.

This award is comparable to the Leuthold Award—it cannot be applied for and is awarded at the discretion of the Climb Committee. It differs from the Leuthold Award in that it does not require the recipient to have led the Sixteen Northwest peaks.

Montague Cup—John Rettig The Richard Ward Montague Mazama Conservation Award recognizes outstanding conservationists in our organization who have demonstrated a long-term commitment to the cause of environmental protection and preservation.

Parker Cup—Bob Murphy 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.

Hardesty Cup—Jim Selby 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.

Turn your volunteering into $$!

Investigate your company’s Volunteer Hours Matching Program Did you know that many employers in our area offer Volunteer Hours Matching programs? These employers assign an hourly dollar value to the time their employees spend volunteering, and will donate that amount of money to the nonprofit at which the employee volunteers. In some cases the match kicks in right away; in others it kicks in after a certain number of hours are accrued.

Does your employer match? Here’s a list of companies that we know provide a match: • • • •

Bank of America Boeing Covidien eBay

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Gap Google Intel PacifiCorp

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PRG Starbucks Verizon Wells Fargo

Help us maximize your impact by 1) checking with your employer to find out whether they offer such a program; and, if so, 2) letting us know! We cannot request the match (you have to initiate it) but we can help you fill out the appropriate paperwork and track your hours.

If your employer does not have a volunteer hour matching program, they may have a donation matching program; or a grant program open to those nonprofits for which their employees volunteer.

The Mazamas benefits from over 90,000 hours of volunteer service each year, why not make those hours go even further? http://wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Volunteer_Hour_Match

Shout out to the 2014 Portland Alpine Fest Volunteers

by Kati Mayfield, Volunteer Manager Congratulations to the Portland Alpine Fest Committee and volunteers for another successful year!

The smooth success of PAF’s second year is due to the great volunteers, sponsors and partners who planned and executed events.

This year’s PAF was led by the 15 person-strong Portland Alpine Fest Committee: • Tim Scott, Chair • Laura Bax • Justin Brady • Heather Campbell • Candi Cook • Rick Craycraft • Sojo Hendrix • Ally Imbody • Heidi Medema • Karin Mullendorff

• Jacob Raab • Anna Rymill • Jonathan Skeen • Charles Stilwell • Ania Wiktorowicz And a bevy of folks who helped with the clinics, seminars, presentations, and at the Portland Ice Comp and the Summit: • Gary Ballou • Tyler Bax • Michael Booher • Lowrey Brown • Elizabeth Kay Bowers • Aina Cabra • John Cole • Devin Deswert • Ken Dubois • Dyanne Foster • Joann Gadbaw • Denara Goble • Michael Hirsch • Andrew Holman • Shelly Hsu • Karthik Jambunathan • Paul Johnson

• Michael Kipley • Jeremy Lubkin • Lisa Mellman • Katie Mills • Treicia Molina • Scott Peterson • Gary Riggs • Sanman Rokade • Marty Scott • Anna Soens • Steph Spence • Lacy Turner • Jim Van Lente • Shirley Welch • Darrell Weston • Doug Wilson Finally, we’d like to thank Zak Tollefson and Wayo Benavides of Purple Bottle Media who donated their photography and videography services for the week, and produced this great footage of the event: http://vimeo. com/111900795.

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Live Your Values: Volunteerism

by Kati Mayfield, Mazama Volunteer Manager

Ted Slupesky Ted Slupesky helped out at more ICS sessions last year than any other volunteer (other than Coordinator Gary Ballou and Assistant Coordinator Dan Gerbus). Why does Ted Slupesky enjoy teaching so much?

“I really like seeing the light bulb go on (the one that says, hey this gear actually works, and it’s kinda fun being up here.”

He also loves leading climbs: “My favorite [climb was] a Hood climb I did with a friend who needed just a little bit of encouragement to make the summit. It was the first time for me that I was really able to help another team member out and it was super awesome to make the summit. Some key people have helped and encouraged me when I needed it and I like being able to pass that on.”

Ted’s attitude towards volunteerism really is all about paying it forward and providing that voice of encouragement.

The best words of encouragement Ted ever received were “trust your feet.”

He also recognizes the wisdom in the words of Richard Caldwell, his BCEP leader, who said “mountaineering is the art of suffering.” Ted seems to have mastered this art, not paying much attention to the nasty conditions you sometimes encounter on the trail: “I actually like the rain. Besides, if it’s raining here, it’s snowing on the mountain! It’s a little bit harder to motivate for bike commuting and Gorge hiking, but as someone once told me, there’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad gear.”

Thanks, Ted, for passing on this wisdom, for showing us the ropes, and for providing that voice of encouragement to so many Mazama climbers!

“As Mazamas, we believe volunteers are the driving force in everything we do. Teamwork, collaboration, and generosity of spirit are the essence of who we are.”

As a volunteer-run organization, to include Volunteerism in our Core Values seems almost unnecessary - it’s like pointing out the importance of peanuts in a PB&J - but as we learned with the concept of “Respect”, sometimes unless you acknowledge a value specifically, you end up taking it for granted.

This month we dedicate the entire bulletin to the spirit of Volunteerism and the volunteers who define it, because very often at the Mazamas we do take volunteers for granted.

In this issue we pay tribute to and explore the motivations of a few of the volunteers who make the Mazamas happen.

So, why do Mazama volunteers … volunteer?

In some cases it’s all about giving back.

If you have gone on a Mazama trip, taken a class or attended an event, your experience was brought to you by volunteers. Many people say they volunteer to honor the people who donated their time and expertise to teach them a skill or expose them to the beauty of the mountains. Whether you call it giving back or paying it forward, this spirit of altruism gives the Mazamas its feeling of community and camaraderie (two other Mazama Core Values).

In other cases, Mazamas volunteer to learn something new, or improve on what they know. We have all heard the concept of docendo discimus: the best way to learn is to teach! The vast majority of our volunteer roles are teaching roles; and whether the setting is formal (in a class or clinic) or informal (on a hike or climb) the act of providing guidance and instruction to others offers our volunteers the opportunity to reinforce what they know and learn more by observing the learning process of their students or participants.

Finally, some Mazamas volunteer because volunteering is the way they their ownership in our organization. We all

have a stake in the mission and the vision, and in shaping the future of the Mazamas; and the most active and direct way to exercise this ownership is to volunteer. In the most immediate sense, volunteers oversee our governance; create and implement class and program content; and act as the “faces” of the Mazamas on the ground, representing the organization to the community. The indirect, or intangible, impact of Mazama volunteers defines the culture of the Mazamas and defines who we are.

Today, as we wrestle with the idea of the club we used to be, and the public charity we are becoming, volunteerism bridges the gap between these dueling Mazama identities.

Volunteers serve the Mazamas in governance, risk management and leadership; and volunteers serve the public through our community-facing programs.

This month we are calling special attention to our Core Value of Volunteerism in hopes that you will take a moment to pat yourself on the back if you are a Mazama volunteer; to express your gratitude to the Mazama volunteers you know; and, if you aren’t currently volunteering, to consider what your motivations might be and what volunteer path you might like to take.

Evening Travel Programs Welcome to the Mazama 2014–2015 season of evening programs. Our Wednesday Programs begin at 7 p.m., and are free and open to Mazamas and the general public. We do appreciate a voluntary contribution 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: Nancy Bentley (Co-chair), John Leary (Co-chair), Dyanne Foster, Ben Jones, Sharon Leary and Gail O’Neill.

Mazama Outing to China and Tibet Wednesday, Dec. 3 In October of 2013 Bob Breivogel and a group of Mazamas had the ultimate China—Tibet experience. The trip began in Beijing with Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Then to the ancient capital city of Xian with the Terra Cotta Warriors and hiking up spectacular Hua Shan (Flower Mountain). Then we boarded the coolest train ever for our trip to Lhasa, Tibet. In Lhasa, we toured the Potala and other famous monasteries and associated sites. From Lhasa we proceeded overland to Gyantse, Shigatse, Lhatse, and on to western Tibet’s Lake Manasarovar and then to Mount Kailash where we attempted a three-day trek around the sacred mountain.

Yosemite, JMT, Mt. Whitney and the Enchantments Wednesday, Dec. 10 People come from all over the world to visit beautiful Yosemite National Park. Most never leave the Valley. John Leary and friends climbed, day hiked and backpacked as they cherry picked some of the best of the park. A climb of Mt. Hoffman, the famous waterfalls, Half Dome and Cloud’s Rest are some of the sights along the way. We backpack the John Muir Trail (America’s most famous trail) through Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, crossing spectacular alpine regions, to Whitney Portal. The Mountaineers Route on Mt. Whitney is a fun Class 3 climb with fantastic rock and scenery offering the challenge of both altitude and endurance. Last but far from least is a backpack of Washington’s legendary Enchantment Lakes; a gorgeous group of lakes in rock basins over 7000 ft. high featuring large lakes, small ponds, gigantic slabs of ice polished granite, meadows, gnarled trees, snowfields, glaciers and lots of mountain goats.

North Korea Skiing Wednesday, Dec. 17 In 2012, North Korea’s Kim Jong Un dispatched thousands of soldiers into the mountains of the heavily armed Kangwon Province to carry out a bizarre mission: Build the country’s first luxury ski resort. They succeeded, sort of, and in February 2014, Bend resident Tim Neville, a correspondent for Outside magazine and a frequent contributor to the New York Times Travel Section, became one of the first westerners to ski the Masik Ryong resort. Join him on a dark but fascinating journey deep inside the Hermit Kingdom where skiing offers a tiny taste of Offered for Weekday freedom.

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Hike Leader Profile: Kate Evans

Kate Evans In addition to leading hikes, Kate Evans is currently in her second year as a member of the Mazama Executive Council. Previous to this, Kate served on numerous Mazama Committees (including Conservation, Nordic, Trail Trips and Publications). She is contributing in a huge way as a member of Executive Council, overseeing organizational governance and acting as a liaison to Mazama committees.

Most notably, last year Kate spearheaded the rebuilding effort of our long-standing “OldTimers” Committee.

Kate organized and facilitated six months of meetings with long-time (and brand new) old-timers, who decided to call themselves the Classic Mazamas and to re-invigorate their trail excursions and social activities. Thanks to Kate’s work, the committee now has capable leadership in the hands of Lanning Russell, Rose Marie Gilbert and Dick Miller; and a calendar of cultural and outdoor events. If you are a long-time or Classic Mazama, consider joining us for a holiday potluck on Friday, December 12 at noon at the MMC and congratulating Kate on a successful year!

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Residence: Lake Oswego Hometown: Tacoma, WA When and how did you become involved with the Mazamas? As a member of the Tacoma Mountaineers in high school I had known about the Mazamas for years, but I did not join until 1994, the Centennial Year. My first Mazama hike was with Richard Getgen, and my first Mazama climb turn around was Bob Breivogel’s attempt of Glacier, via the Chocolate Glacier, an early Mazama route. Since then I have climbed over 27 peaks with Bob. I have also greatly enjoyed my 20 years of Mazama friendships, climbing, hiking, skiing, outings, classes, and (gasp!) committee work.

Favorite climbs: Tomyhoi, Mt. AdamsMazama Glacier What climbs did you most enjoy this year? In early August Robert Joy was leading Gunn Peak near Stevens Pass, so climbing buddy Rick Craycraft and I decided to sign up, then do a few climbs in the area after Gunn. We bushwhacked up to the saddle on Gunn only to be greeted by storm clouds, thunder and lightning in the distance, so we turned around. In the next three days Rick and I climbed three peaks, Labyrinth, Baring, and Persis, with Baring being the toughest. Gorgeous views, very few people, except for some base jumpers on Baring. Why are these peaks not on the climb schedule? Geezer stats: 26 miles, 13,200 ft. in 4 days. We then went to Safeco Field in Seattle to watch the Seattle Mariners defeat the Atlanta Braves, my

first baseball game ever. (BTW both Rick’s wife Jan and I detest the Mariners Moose.)

Most memorable turn-around climb this year: In early September Bob Breivogel led the Corkscrew route on Sloan Peak.

Bluebird weather, what could go wrong?

The route ascends a rock ridge from camp, crosses a glacier, then climbs another ridge to the summit. In spite of the beautiful weather, we had to turn around. The snow bridges were all gone, and the one possible route left, right under the summit ridge and above a yawning crevasse, could not be protected safely. We were disappointed but also saddened to realize that another mountain route has been altered by a changing climate.

Future climbing goals: Rainier, Emmons Glacier (I like the number seven.)

Favorite piece of gear you won’t leave home without: Sense of humor Hike leader philosophy: Pay attention to the party members’ needs, stay safe, and have fun.

Favorite leader treat? Pretzels Most influential book: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare.

Favorite quote: Thoreau “It’s not what you look at that matters; it’s what you see.”

Favorite musicians: Bonnie Raitt, Pink Martini, Leonard Cohen, Bob Marley.

Favorite movie: Black Orpheus.

Favorite restaurant: Cha Ba Thai on NE Sandy.

Favorite website: Google.

Words that best describe you: Still optimistic liberal, passionate conservationist, Max’s doting grandma.

Most treasured possessions: Family photos and my mother and grandmother’s journals.

Pet peeves: Whiners.

Person most interested in meeting: Michelle Obama.

Favorite vacation spot: Hartstine Island in southern Puget Sound.

When you aren’t on the mountain, where are people likely to find you? Boot camp or book group.

Hobbies other than hiking/climbing: Sea kayaking and cross country skiing.

Occupation: Retired PCC English Teacher.

Apply Now for Advanced Rock

Application Period: Dec. 1–Jan. 13 Advanced Rock/Beginning Trad class (AR) runs from March–May 2015. For more information about the course and to apply, visit mazamas.org/educationclasses/advanced-rock/. The class consists of: • 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.

• An invitation to 2–4 rock climbing outings (spring through fall); no climb card required.

• 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 or the Mazamas Office at 503-227-2345.

Interested in Assisting for AR? Sign up for one of the AR Assistant Update Sessions!

Dates: • Jan. 8, 6–9 p.m. at the MMC • Feb. 26, 6–9 p.m. at the MMC No registration required—just come on by!

Or for more information, email mazamas.ar@ gmail.com.

David Shirley & Lehman Holder

By Carol Lane David and Lehman exemplify the spirit of volunteerism. They have been steadfast in their passion for teaching cross-country skiing with the Mazamas as ski instructors with the Nordic Ski School by committing over 40 years of service between them!

Their patience and enthusiasm has introduced the joy of crosscountry skiing to hundreds of students, and many of them have been inspired to become instructors or assistants themselves (I am one!)

One thing that stands out for both Lehman and David is the strong friendship that quickly developed between them as they began their years of instructing together.

As David said on the 2014 anniversary of his 20th class: “This was my 20th year—in a row I might add. An achievement of which I am quite proud. It has been a blast! I thank the Mazamas for offering such a service to me, first as a student, then as an instructor. And too, my associate instructor Lehman Holder who has become one of my best friends.

My outdoor resume would include outdoor teaching and leading with the Boy Scouts, the Ptarmigans Mountaineering Club (now disbanded), the Oregon Nordic Club, the Oregon Ocean Paddling Club, and the Willamette Riverkeepers/Paddle Oregon. I think that our experiences would show that there are lots of opportunities to introduce/teach/lead others in the out-of-doors world. I am so happy that I have had those opportunities.”

Lehman, who was also recently recognized by the Sierra Club with it’s “Fellow Award” for his years of service with them, had this to say: “I served as a Nordic instructor for 23 years. I was an assistant instructor in ‘91 and ‘92, then became a lead in ‘93. I think that’s the first year that Dave and I worked together. We worked together really well and after a few years, it was like we could read each other’s minds on what we wanted to do next in a class.

I think one of the terrific highlights for me in teaching Nordic was meeting and working with so many outstanding people. I’ve always been a people-person and I found that very fulfilling.”

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Want to go on an outing? Contact the leader for more information and the forms you will need: an application, a 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—www.seattlemountaineers.org, Colorado Mountain Club—www.cmc.org, Appalachian Mountain Club—www.outdoors.org and the American Alpine Club—www.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.”

Kilimanjaro—A Route Less Taken

North to Alaska Outing

Feb. 7–19, 2015

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 Outing group will fly to Anchorage and after one night in Anchorage, use rental vehicles to drive to Talkeetna. At Talkeetna and the surrounding area, there will be opportunities for XC skiing, snow shoeing, aurora watching, learning about dog mushing, photography, meeting locals, 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.

Basic costs for airfare to and from Portland, vehicle rental, most food and lodging is around $1,200. Equipment rental if needed ~ $75; dog mushing sled ride ~ $75; scenic Denali flight and Ruth Gorge landing ~ $300. Outing deposit is $550.

Individuals interested in joining the Outing, contact leader Tom Bennett, nordlys_2@yahoo. com. Please let us know why you want to participate and what special skill set you bring to help us have a fun and rewarding trip for all participants. Age 21 and over.

From jungle mists to the glacial cap of Kilimanjaro, experience the scenery and wildlife of unique climatic zones as we ascend to the highest summit in Africa.

Our ascent to the summit follows one of the least frequented routes via Lemosho Gate and the Western Breach climb.

Following 9 days of trekking and climbing, we return to Moshi and either head home or extend our time in this part of Africa by joining a safari.

In country costs for this unique trip range $3,800–4,300 per person depending upon number of participants. Airfare from Portland is currently around $1,600 and can vary widely depending upon routes and accommodations. For more information please contact the leaders: Paul Steger, 503-998-6188, (PaulSteger612@ gmail.com) and Eric Hoem, 503-341-3996, (erichoem@comcast.net).

Springtime in Sedona March 14–21, 2015 Experience hiking amongst soaring Red Rock monoliths, vortexes and Indian ruins. Spend a week in the greater Sedona, Arizona area with 6 days of day hikes and a mid-week break to visit ancient pueblo ruins, ghost towns and art galleries. Both A & B hikes will be offered with a variety of terrain. Escape the rainy NW and enjoy the high desert with over 300 days of sunshine, average temperatures in the 60’s and cold nights with star filled skies.

Costs include 8 nights lodging at a moderate hotel with continental breakfast (double occupancy). Not included are transportation, lunch and dinner. Air costs run $280+. Participants are encouraged to share car rentals and gas. Costs $433–$489 for members, depending on number of participants. Registration deadline Feb. 21, 2015. Pre-outing meeting will be held.

Contact Rex Breunsbach, rbreunsbach@ ecd.com and Marilyn Zigler, mszhike@ gmail.com.

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Olympics National Park Hiking June 20–27, 2015 Six days of hiking on the north side of the Olympic Peninsula. There will be an assortment of A-level and B-level day hiking during the six days (Sun-Fri). Hurricane Ridge, Sol Duc Falls, Dungeness Spit, Elwah River, and Cape Alava are on the agenda. Wildlife sightings, wildflowers, rugged terrain and photographic vistas await you. Attention will be given to the history of the area, as well as the park’s topographic features, and the flora and fauna we encounter.

The group size will be limited to 30 persons. Hikes will be led by Richard Getgen, teambears@frontier.com and Robert Smith. The cost of the trip is $140 for members and $200 for nonmembers. Campsite/lodging expenses are not included in the cost. Contact the leader to apply for the outing. Application and payment will be accepted until the outing is full.

There will be a pre-outing meeting in the spring for participants to meet and receive additional information.

Hiking Norway’s Western Fjordland July 22–Aug. 2, 2015 Full—Waiting List This outing takes us to the fjords of western Norway and the dramatic, adjacent mountains of Romsdal. Our base will be the scenic town of Molde where we will stay in an upscale hostel, which offers private rooms and includes breakfast. We will visit scenic coastal fishing villages and historic farms. Every day will include hiking, some easy and some more challenging.

Land costs include lodging, transportation, heritage farm tour, breakfasts, and two dinners. Not included: transportation to and from Molde, Norway; museum fees; lunches; and dinners other than ones included. Cost: $2,200 to $3,600, depending on number of participants. Deadline for application: Dec. 15, 2014. Required deposit: $500. Contact: Eric Hoem, leader (503-694-6036; erichoem@comcast.net) or Paul Steger, assistant (503-998-6188; paulsteger612@gmail.com).

See full details in November Bulletin.

Chamonix—Mt. Blanc Alpine Climbing July 11–27 2015 Mazamas return to Chamonix for our 3rd annual climbing outing!

Nestled near the border of Switzerland, Italy and France, lays the birthplace of alpine mountaineering, Chamonix France. We’ll be there during the peak alpine climbing season for over two full weeks. Based at the foot of the Mt. Blanc Massif with hundreds of day trip objectives on snow, ice, and rock, this will be a unique opportunity for climbers to explore the Alps and stretch their skills. This will be a strenuous outing with climbing opportunities daily for the duration of the trip.

Participants should be Mazama Intermediate Climbing School (ICS) graduates or equivalent (Advanced school graduates or equivalent preferred). Most climbs involve following pitches of 5th class terrain and/or WI2+.

Participants should also have a good fitness level as a large portion of the alpine climbs start at 11,000 feet.

Outing cost will be $2,200 per person, airfare to Geneva not included. Costs include round trip transportation from Geneva to/from Chamonix and all lodging and

transportation within the Chamonix-Mt. Blanc area for 15 days (nearly all lifts, gondolas, trains and cable cars are included). Food cost, hut fees and the cost to ride the panoramic Midi-Hellbronner gondola are not included.

The leader and assistant have climbed in Chamonix multiple times and will orient the participants to the area and assist daily with route selection, logistics, communications, and hut reservations. Daily climbs are not guided but are organized independently by participants in groups of 2-4 with approval by the leader and/or assistant. In each of the past two years a climb of Mt. Blanc via the Gouter route have been successful.

Prior to the trip, we will include an evening class/refresher on high-angle rescue techniques.

For those ICS graduates who have not done any ice climbing, we also plan to do a one-day instruction/review of ice climbing technique on the Mer de glace Glacier when we first arrive while acclimatizing. Participants will be expected to bring their personal climbing equipment in their luggage and to carry some group gear (typically a rope). Information night will be Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the MMC. Contact Lee Davis, lee@mazamas. org (leader) or Lisa Brady, pdxlisa@gmail.com (assistant leader) for more details.

Mazama Affiliate Outings 8-Day Hut-to-Hut Traverse of the Transylvanian Alps in Romania July 24–Aug. 2, 2015 The coolest place you never knew you wanted to go! In partnership with Mountain Hiking Holidays: Join us on a challenging and memorable “hut to hut” adventure in the high Carpathians of central Romania, also known as the Transylvanian Alps. Complete an exciting multi-day traverse along the main ridge of the Făgăraş Mountains--one of the longest continuous high mountain traverses in Europe. The traverse will take you over Romania’s three highest peaks (Moldoveanu, 8,350 feet; Negoiu, 8,317 feet; and Viştea Mare, 8,291 feet). Round out your Romania adventure with visits to the splendid medieval town of Sighisoara (a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site), and a sampling of Transylvania’s treasury of castles, monasteries, and fortified Saxon churches. Trip price: $3,595. Contact: info@mountainhikingholidays.com

Oregon Coast Hiking Dates: August 10–16, 2015 Contact Joe Whittington, leader, or Adonay Vargas Solleiro Based out of South Beach State Park, we will hike approximately 60 miles of the Oregon Coast Trail south from Lincoln Beach. We will use car shuttles to connect the segments of the trail. Other hikes in the area may also be offered. Hikers wanting a break can also visit local attractions such as the Oregon Coast Aquarium.

Participants are responsible for making their own transportation, lodging/camping arrangements, and meals; and can come for fewer than seven days if they wish. Outing cost will range from $90–$145 depending on the number of participants. A $100 deposit is required with sign-up by July 15, 2015.

(Participants should make site reservations ASAP if they are planning to stay at South Beach SP.)

Annapurna Base Camp Trekking Tour Oct. 26–Nov. 13, 2015 Every trekker’s dream trip in the heart of the Himalaya.

In partnership with Embark Adventures: Journey with us to a place that will be physically, emotionally, and mentally compelling. From jungle to Tibetan plateau you’ll trek 13 days from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp via the amazing remote valley locked deep in the heart of the Annapurna range; all the while encountering the amazing Nepali people. This trek begins at the awe-inspiring lake city of Pokhara. You’ll travel on foot through several iconic villages, including Thakali, Magar and Gurung; coming to rest finally at Annapurna Base camp, elevation 13,800 feet. The trip is 19 days and includes time in Kathmandu, Pokhara. $2995.

Contact Donovan@Embarkadventures.com. Trip leader: Jim Ronning, Mazama member.

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Sunday, Dec. 14: Snowshoe Hike at Gumjuwac This is an exploratory snowshoe adventure in a lesser known area of Mount Hood. Be prepared for a long hill climb and route-finding as we explore Gumjuwac. We will be using our maps and compasses, and following topographic clues to find our way! Hike: 5 miles round-trip to Gumjuwac Saddle and return, Elevation gain: 1,800 feet.

Exploratory. Drive: 106 miles roundtrip. Trip fee: $2/$3 members/nonmembers, and please bring cash for gas money for drivers. Bring a lunch, and be prepared for adverse weather conditions. Meet at the southeast corner of Gateway Transit Center.

Depart at 8:30 a.m. Leader: Erin Devlin (erin.teresa.devlin@gmail.com)

Friday–Sunday, Jan. 16–18, 2015: Winter Weekend It’s never too early to start thinking about Winter Weekend! Get ready for a fun weekend out in the snow.

We’ll have snowshoeing, nordic skiing and backcountry skiing for all levels.

After a full day of outdoor winter fun, we’ll return to the warm and comfortable Mazama Lodge. There will be a lot of fun folks, great food, socializing, board games, sledding and camaraderie around a roaring fire— and possibly even some igloo building!

Cost: $90 Mazama members/$120 nonmembers—includes all activities (bring your own skis or snowshoes, or rent them before the trip), late evening Friday dinner (8 p.m. for late arrivals), Saturday and Sunday breakfast, Saturday dinner, and lodging for two nights. Participants will be emailed a detailed prospectus in January, that includes information regarding carpooling, directions, parking, and suggested items to pack for a stay at the lodge.

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Monday, Dec. 15—Pub Night: Horse Brass and Peacock Lane Join the 20s & 30s Mazamas the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. for our roaming Pub Night! This month we’ll be at Horse Brass Pub, 4534 SE Belmont St. We will also be walking over to see the holiday lighting display on Peacock Lane. Come join us for an evening of new friends, adventure planning, and malted beverages! This is also a great time to find out what we’re up to, plan your next adventure, and see what the Mazamas are all about in a more informal atmosphere.

Bring your stories and photos from your recent adventures; extra points for pics from Mazama events. How will you find us? Look for the ice axe!

Monday, Jan. 5: Climb Night at ClubSport Monthly evening of rock climbing at ClubSport in Tigard. See the Climb Night page on the website for details.

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Monday, Dec. 1—Climb Night at ClubSport Our monthly evening of rock climbing at ClubSport in Tigard. See the Climb Night page on the website for details.

Email the leader to sign up. Please read Hiking Tips information online for gear checklists and expectations for participants.

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The days may be getting shorter, but that doesn’t mean that 20s and 30s Mazamas are slowing down! Here are some opportunities to get outdoors, and climb indoors, as autumn winds down. More events will always be added on our website, mazamas.org/ activities-events/20sand30s/, and check out our Meetup page, www.meetup. com/Adventurous-Young-Mazamas/, for the latest events!

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Erin Beyer–South Sister Galen Bishop–Mt. Baker Robert Boileau–Mt. St. Helens Benjamin Boling–Mt. St. Helens Peter Bosworth–Mt. Baker Paul Breed–Mt. Hood Arkady Brown–South Sister Adam Cherry–Mt. Hood Mackenzie Cummings–Mt. Baker Catherine Diaz–South Sister Sebastian Duchene–Mt. Baker Chris Dunckle–Mt. St. Helens Matthew Feist–South Sister John Foster–Mt. Hood Shane Garling–Whiteout Peak Glenn Gill–South Sister Russell Hatz–Old Snowy Susan Hatz–Old Snowy Kristen Homel–Mt. Adams Brittany Juarez–Mt. Adams David Kingston–Mt. Shasta Kelin Kuhn–Mt. St. Helens Kristin Larson–South Sister Laura Lenseigne–Mt. Adams Erik Madison–Mt. Hood Amrish Menjoge–Mt. St. Helens Prajwal Mohan–Mt. Adams Shweta Mokashi–St. Helens Shadia Nagati–Mt. St. Helens Ralph Oyler–South Sister John Perkins–Mt. Hood James Pitkin–Mt. Shasta Cody Prouty–Mt. Hood Nolan Reisbeck–South Sister Anibal Rocheta–Nevada Uros Este Elizabeth Schallert–Volcan Tajumulco Austin Shaff–Mt. Baker Brett Stigile–Mt. St. Helens Christina Taylor–Mt. St. Helens David Urbaniak–Mt. Rainier Andy Veenstra–South Sister Molly Vogt–Mt. Rainier Stephen Wadley–Mt. Rainier Matthew Wiest–South Sister Luke Wolfe–Mt. Adams Deceased Marjorie Walker (1958) Chad Karr (1960) –year in parentheses indicates year joined.

Lodge News Looks life we are off to a strong start for snow this season.

Summit is opening their tubing hill a week before Thanksgiving and Mazama Lodge now has enough snow for sledding!

Starting the week of Christmas the lodge hill will be groomed every week through March (weather permitting).

As a gentle reminder please pay your locker bill for the season.

They are now past due.

Holiday Schedule Mazama Lodge is open every day starting

Thursday, Dec. 18–closing Monday, Jan. 5 at noon (also closed Dec. 24 at noon until Dec. 25 at noon.)

Annual Snowball Saturday, Dec. 20— Scandinavian Holiday Celebration. Live music and dancing until 1 a.m. Event starts at 5 p.m.

Holiday Cookie Decorating Party Monday, Dec. 22—We supply the decorating materials, cookies and a hot lunch. Decorating goes from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Just $10.

New Year’s Eve Party Celebration Events start at 5 p.m. at Mazama Lodge.

Manager: Charles Barker Caretakers: Aaron & Brett 503-272-9214, mazama. lodge@mazamas.org

Talent show, travel monologue, prime rib dinner and flaming Bananas Foster dessert, rec room competition, family games, and our midnight flare parade down Mazama hill. $18 adults/$12.50 kids 12 and under (free under 2).

New Years Day Brunch at Mazama Lodge.

Served from 9 a.m.–Noon. $8.50 adults/$5.50 kids.

January 2 Legendary Caretaker Max Rupert takes to stage with the piano as he plays to the classic Silent Movie starring Laurel and Hardy.

New Year Even Dinner and Celebration.

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Cheeses from Around the World and Hot Cider 6 p.m.

Caeser Salad Sauteed Carrots Homemade Bread Prime Rib with our Wasabi Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes Creamy Polenta with Mushrooms Bananas Foster Midnight Snack of Tea Sandwiches and Milk (This is a Family Event!)

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The winter lodge caretakers, Brett and Aaron, get ready for a snow filled winter. Photo: Charles Barker.

Successful Climbers September 18, Mount St. Helens, Monitor Ridge. Leader: Amy Mendenhall, Asst: Barry O’Mahony. Sarah Andrus, Robert Bondaruk, Salim Charabaty, Julia Haykin, Bryan Oates, Eng Phou, Becky Rall, Angela Shaefer, Mary Van Steenberg September 19, Mount St. Helens, Monitor Ridge. Leader: Amy Mendenhall, Asst: Amy Graham. Gary Peck, Patrick Riechel, Brandon Schwartz, Natalia Sutin, Lauren Wang, Tyson Wooters

The fall 2014 Mazama Lodge workday was a great success. Several volunteers came up Friday evening and enjoyed a nice meal and some great conversations around the fire and the magic of being at Mazama Lodge. Twenty energetic volunteers took advantage of a break in the blustery fall weather on Saturday to complete several necessary tasks: snow shutters were hung, the trail rope was put in place, mattresses cleaned, windows washed, Adirondack chairs were stored on the deck, the tepee was taken down, firewood was stacked in racks on and under the south deck, and chips were spread on the upper trail to West Leg road to reduce erosion.

Volunteers included: Willian Emerson, Michael Kipley, Tom Quarels, William Hinkle, Matt Fogarty, Dyanne Foster, George Cummings, Al Papesh, Julia Haylan, Tom Bero, Lisa Cenotto, John Mechel, Phil Baird, Ric Amadeo, Wanda Amadeo, Gisela Davisson, Aaron Nation, Ed Rea, Jim VanLente, and Bob Stayton.

Thanks to all the volunteers. The camaraderie of working together to accomplish tasks is satisfying and in keeping with Mazama tradition. It is part of what makes Mazama Lodge our home on Mt. Hood.

Thanks to Tom Quarels for bringing his chipper.

Thanks to Jim VanLente for cooking a fabulous fajita lunch for everyone. Thanks to the Lodge staff, manager Charles Barker, and caretakers Sandy and Duane Rupert for the hospitality.

The Spring Work Day will be announced in the April or May Bulletin in 2015. Watch for the notice, it is a great experience.

December/2014—21

Calling All Parents!

By Bob Murphy and Andrea McKee with help from Eric Einspruch

Craig Martin Craig Martin, father of two, became a climb leader with the intent of developing a Mazama families group like the scout group his father had introduced him to the outdoors when he was a kid. He has been engaged and given 110 percent of his effort to forming and leading activities for the Families group since its beginnings. He is a founding member of the Families Committee, where he helps develop and oversee climbing-related activities, the strategic plan, and works on the age limitation policy.

He has created and led two annual Families Rooster Rock climbs and BBQs, led groups of families at two annual Smith Rock weekends, organized Family Climbs nights, tirelessly belaying and encouraging kids of all ages, led activities at Family Winter Festival, and is instrumental in developing the idea of Families Mountaineering 101 (FM101). He has been working to develop rock and snow curriculum for FM101 as well as helping to organize the set-up and operation of FM101 rock and snow sessions.

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There are a lot of good reasons to volunteer for the Mazamas: giving back, reinforcing your own skills through teaching, meeting like-minded people, finding new climbing partners and participating in something larger than yourself. Being a leader for Mazama Families adds a couple more reasons to the mix.

First, you can inspire a young person in a way that can influence them for the rest of their life. I still remember a swim coach who came to me when I was 6 years old. I was swimming at a public pool where he was holding a practice for his team. He asked me to consider joining the swim team. He thought I had great potential that I could develop if I joined the team and practiced my stroke and strength.

When I joined the team he was no longer there, but I remembered him when I swam in the state finals a number of years later. His Eric Einspruch teaching before a hike. Photo: Bob Murphy. comment still inspires me to try hard at everything I do so I can reach my potential.

Second, by leading a hike, backpack, an activity, or a climb for Mazama Families you can create opportunities for your family where other like-minded kids and parents can participate in activities that you enjoy, on a schedule that works for you. We have seen over and over that kids are more excited and motivated to do things when other kids are present.

Third, you will model leadership for your kids. As we know all too well, when we slip and say something in front of our kids we shouldn’t, it is quickly absorbed and emulated. You can demonstrate that you can create your own opportunities in life instead of waiting for things to happen to you. Show them how rewarding it can be to lead a group of parents and kids in the wilderness or teach people new skills.

Fourth, by leading Mazama Families activities you will ignite the adventurous spirit within your own family. Since leading for Families, we have had our most active and rewarding years. This is because we engage our kids (ages 2 and 10 years old) in our climbing and outdoor activities in a fun, supportive, and rewarding way (we work to ensure they have so much fun they can’t wait to do it again) instead of trying to pursue our passion despite having kids.

We are looking for parents to become hike leaders and backpack leaders, Advanced Rock grads who can be a rope leader at a rock climbing event, and folks who would be interested in leading Family Climbs. I guarantee that along the way to becoming a Mazama Families leader, you will meet some great like-minded people and supercharge your family’s outdoor adventures.

We have a very supportive mentoring system and we’ll help you be a successful leader—Families take care of their own. For more information or to explore leadership possibilities that will work best for you, please contact Bob Murphy at families@mazamas.org.

Mazama Families little steps lead to BIG STEPS

The spirit of volunteerism is alive and well in the Families Committee, as it is in the rest of the Mazamas. The committee leadership would like to thank the many volunteers who worked hard to make our group a reality. Beside its 12 formal members, there are six friends of the committee—Mazamas who regularly attend Families Committee meetings and provide services and direction to the group. A variety of volunteers regularly offer their time and equipment coordinating and leading events like Climb Night and hikes. FM101 has been successful to date largely because of the huge number of volunteers who have acted as assistant instructors, helped set up routes and stations at Horsethief, taught skills, belayed for hours, coordinated the camping efforts, and helped design and educate during hands-on sessions. We could not survive and thrive without the many hours donated by these volunteers.

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Saturday, Dec. 6: Tryon Creek State Park This is Oregon’s only state park within a major metropolitan area. All ages capable of completing 4 miles with less than 500 ft. of elevation gain in about 2½ hours are welcome, including parents backpacking their kids. $5 per family. Register: tinyurl.com/TC-12-06-2014.

Meeting time and location will be sent to applicants.

Saturday, Dec. 13: Silver Falls Trail of Ten Falls This hike takes place during the weekend of the Silver Falls Christmas Festival! The hiking loop will include the following falls: South, Lower South, Lower North, Double, Drake, Middle North, Twin, North, Upper North, and Winter.

Families with children who can maintain a 2 mph pace are welcome. Be prepared for rain, wind, and cold with wool or synthetic layers including a warm hat, plus a change of clothes and socks for after. Photo breaks will be offered at each waterfall.

The hike itself is 8.9 miles, with 1,300 ft. of elevation gain. There is a $5 parking fee; annual Oregon State Park passes are also honored.

Meeting time and location will be sent to applicants. $2 per person, max $5 per family. Register: tinyurl.com/ Silver-Falls-2014.

Justin Rotherham Justin Rotherham, father of two, has long had a vision for a families group within the Mazamas. With the help of his family, he started to develop this vision as the host family for the Mazama Lodge Family Winter Festival from 2011–14. Justin is currently working to become a climb leader in order to lead Families Climbs and to run Mazama classes for families and others. He is a founding member of the Families Committee, where he developed the initial Families Policies. Now, working on his passion of outdoor education he has been instrumental in the creation of FM101. He has taken a leadership role as Assistant Coordinator this year and will be the Lead Coordinator for 2015– 16. Justin is working to develop the FM101 curriculum—leading the development of the snow curriculum, rock and snow skill station set-ups, and has brought a high level of organization to the foundation of the class to ensure its success into the future.

Thursday, Dec. 18: Family Climb Night Belaying from the top will be covered as well as how to put your harness on, tying in, and climbing commands.

Register: tinyurl.com/FCN12-18-14 To view more activities and/or sign up for updates, visit mazamafamilies.org.

December/2014—23

by Mary Rotherham

Gary Ballou Talking to Gary Ballou, last year’s ICS Coordinator and the current interim Chair of the Mazama Outreach Committee, reminds you of the importance of traditions and rites of passage.

One of Gary’s rituals has been helping out with ICS, which he’s done for the past five years. His very favorite volunteer moment happened at the graduation celebration this year, when he got to shake hands and hand diplomas to the graduates he had taught. He says there was “No greater reward than watching their growth and maturation over the course of a challenging program.”

Gary says you earn these rites of passage when you step up and take the initiative, instead of waiting around to be told what to do. His climbing mentor Rodney Sofich gave him that advice, which Gary illustrates through this example “Rather than ask what kind of clothes are right for the weather etc, use your training to make your own judgment, make your decision, then learn from the outcome.”

Whether they are personal (like Gary’s fall pilgrimage to the coast range to hunt mushrooms); or communal (like his New Year’s Day hike of Hamilton Mountain, followed by a soak-and-wrap at Bonneville Hot Springs, of course!); traditions help us return to what is important and foundational while also celebrating the progress and change we achieve through the passage of time.

And there is always room for new traditions—Gary loved last summer’s climb of the West Ridge of Mount Stuart so much that he says it may become an annual event— watch for it on the 2015 climb schedule!

They say it takes a village to raise a child. I’d say it takes a club to raise a climber– and anybody who spends any time at all on the trail knows that climbers come in all shapes and sizes. There’s grizzled old timers with external framed backpacks and ultra-lighters with holes drilled in their toothbrushes and the more than occasional four legged climber with a tail.

Then, if you spend much time with certain Mazamas, there’s the student climber. The one with the shiny new gear and their name emblazoned across the front of their helmet. Lately, for some new climbers, the shiny new gear comes in kids sizes and the names written across the helmets were the most popular name of babies born after the new millennium started. And they’ve brought their parents along for the adventure. The one thing that all of these climbers have in common, regardless of how heavy or shiny their gear, is that someone along the way introduced them to the wonder of the alpine environment, which has sparked in each student, the desire to gain more knowledge of the outdoors and earn more experiences.

The Mazamas, being a volunteer led organization, has a long and rich history of passing knowledge and experiences along through peer to peer teaching, through classes and all the many, many clinics and lectures that occur throughout the year. And of course, the most important learning environment of all, an actual climb. My husband, Justin has been a longtime volunteer for the Mazamas and has taught or assisted with years’ worth of BCEP and ICS students, countless clinics and even a few climbs. The joy of teaching for him, I know, comes from the feeling of community and pride he gets by making new friends, expanding his circle of Mary Rotherham on rappel during the 2014 Mazama Families Rooster Rock trip.

Photo: Justin Rotherham.

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climbing partners and sharing his passion for altitude. For most of the past decade, I’ve lived vicariously through his high alpine adventures, which was perfectly fine with me. But, for the first time this year I find myself a student under Mazama tutelage, after being somewhat reluctantly convinced that since everyone in my household had climbing shoes and a harness, that I needed to be a competent belay and know how to pass through the pro in fixed line travel.

So, I bought some lightweight gear, slapped my name on my helmet the kids and I signed up for FM101 (Families Mountaineering 101.) Which worked out well, because Justin is the assistant coordinator for FM101 this year.

There’s a lot of pressure, being the assistant coordinators’ family and I had a lot of concerns before starting the class. I mean, what if we only remember to bring nine essentials? What if I get to the top of a climb and clip my personal pro into the wrong spot? Or worse, start to cry at the top of a really scary rappel? (That one actually happens to me a lot.) And the biggest question of all– would I really be able to supervise my own learning and the learning of my two kids in the class at the same time?

Fortunately the answer to the last question has been a resounding “yes,” and largely because of the amazing volunteers that are coordinating, assisting

Adonay Vargas Solleiro

Mary Rotherham and Julia Rotherham traverse from the summit of Koala Rock at Smith Rock. Photo: Justin Rotherham.

and teaching the class. Each session has about 15 experienced climbers that share Justin’s passion for passing along knowledge; making new friends and expanding their circle of climbing partners, and the best news for me is that they don’t seem concerned that some of these climbing partners cry like a baby (like me) at the top of a pitch or that some of these other climbers get back to the parking lot and crack open root beers, rather than microbrews. They patiently explain and demonstrate techniques to both me and my kids until I’m comfortable with my own skills and confident in my kids’ skills. They challenge all of the students differently based on our learning styles and mastery.

They insist that safety is a priority, so I can trust them to watch over my kids learning so I can concentrate on my own. They are climbing super heroes in my eyes; and each one of them has something incredible to share with my family.

So far this year, one of the biggest benefits of the class has been the number of friends that we’ve made. On FM101 weekends, it’s not just my family exploring the crags and working on our belay muscles, but my extended family as well.

In fact, the best teaching comes from unexpected places as both adult students and non-adult students’ practice immediate peer to peer teaching when they test each

other on knots or share climbing beta and cheer each other through a really technical move. And this of course extends to the volunteer instructors. They are our big brothers and sisters in climbing.

But what happens to us after the class is over? We’re going to need climbs to go on, to continue to learn the craft of alpine climbing and to keep our FM101 skills sharp. We need more and different experienced climbers to share their experiences with us, show us the really hidden places, the really scary rappels and keep adding fuel to the desire to climb higher. We need reasons to reinvest in bigger backpacks, bigger harnesses and bigger sleeping bags as our kids continue to grow and we need you to help us keep them passionate about the outdoors. We need to continue to feel connected to you, the club, to each other and to the mountains we are learning to be passionate about. At its core, it’s what the Mazamas is all about. Take away the mission statements, the strategic plans and the committees and what’s left is what we do.

We climb.

So I only have one question left. Will you take us climbing?

If you are interested in volunteering with the Mazama’s families group, please email Bob Murphy at families@mazamas.org.

The most important thing to know about Adonay Vargas Solleiro is that he loves to dance!

He danced onto the Mazama scene this year after taking BCEP and participating in the Intro to Outdoor Leadership Cohort in June. Adonay says he has been climbing forever—when he was three he started scaling trees, and then he moved on to volcanoes. Raised in Mexico City, Adonay says “my parents took me every year to Mexico’s second tallest mountain, the Popocatépetl volcano, and every year I would hike higher and higher.”

Adonay became a hike leader this summer, and pushes others to hike higher and higher: “I see hiking and climbing as a way to connect physically, spiritually and emotionally with nature. By leading hikes I get to share that passion, teach others to enjoy the outdoors safely, and also to “push” others to become stronger hikers (since I like to hike fast).”

The training element is important to Adonay, but safety is first and foremost.

The importance of caution was reinforced during his first climb of Mt. Hood, when he slipped and fell towards Devil’s Kitchen.

Thankfully he was able to self-arrest, with the words of his friend Andrew Stronach echoing in his mind “No matter how tired you are, never cut corners or become sloppy when climbing because you could die.”

Not one to dwell on the negative, Adonay shares another vivid memory from that same climb, “I was getting upset because I thought the climber in front of me was having stomach issues ... but it was actually the sulfur fumes coming out of the mountain.”

Thank you, Adonay, for your fun and playful approach to mountaineering, and for jumping in with both feet this year!

December/2014—25

Classic Mazamas 25 years or more of Mazama membership We lead a wide variety of year-round activities at a relaxed and flexible pace. Share years of happy Mazama memories with our group. All ages are welcome to join the fun.

If you are interested in leading an event in January, please contact Rose Marie Gilbert at gilbertrosemarie@ centurylink.net or 503-7622357, Dick Miller at 503-5903598, or Lanning Russell at lanning616@gmail.com or 503775-1164 by Dec. 12 so they can include it in the January Bulletin.

Wed. Dec. 3 Pre-program Potluck, 6 p.m. at MMC The Evening Program is Mazama Outing to China and Tibet Thurs. Dec. 4: Powell’s Book Tour and Pearl District Walk 10 a.m.

Meet at the main entrance to Powell’s Books, 1005 SW Burnside.

Bruce, our tour guide, will acquaint us with information concerning the recently completed renovations of their store. The tour includes all floors and each department with a description of services provided at each site. Bruce is an expert on the history of the business and also very interesting, often comical, details about items relating to this historic building. There will be access to the rare book room with dialog about certain items of interest.

After the tour, those not wanting to walk can have lunch at a restaurant just around the corner. Others can continue on to the next destination, the old historic restaurant, Republic Chinese Restaurant, via a walk through the Pearl District to Chinatown. After lunch we’ll continue to Pioneer Square and the Max where we can enjoy 26 —Mazama Bulletin

the Christmas decorations.

Leader: Rose Marie Gilbert 503-762-2357 Fri. Dec. 12: Second Annual Holiday Luncheon, MMC, noon This is an opportunity to mingle and visit with fellow Classic Mazamas and MMC staff, and enjoy a wonderful lunch. A short program will include recognizing and awarding pins to new 25-year and 50-year members. This year we are asking for a suggested donation of $5 to cover half the cost of the lunch.

To help us determine food needs and seating requirements, please RSVP by Monday, Dec. 8 to Dyanne Foster at 503-2678937 or dyfozter@gmail.com.

Thursday, Jan. 22 Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge.

Charlie Ferris will lead a 3½ mile walk. Further details to be announced. Call Lanning Russell 503-775-1164, Rose Marie Gilbert or Rose Marie Gilbert 503-762-2357 or Charlie Ferris 503-775-2694.

Stay Plugged in to Classic Mazamas: Would you like some help to make it a little easier to access the Bulletin? Do you need some special transportation or other accommodation to bring you within reach of participating in a Mazamas activity? Call or leave a message with Kati Mayfield, Mazama Volunteer Manager, at 503-227-2345.

Arrangements can be made for a volunteer to call you and read you the Bulletin, get you to the MMC on time, or perhaps other arrangements to keep you connected to the organization.

David Wedge May 5, 1945–Nov. 10, 2014

Chadwick Karr, Ph.D.

by Barry Maletzky

Feb 12, 1919– Oct. 24, 2014

Esteemed long-time Mazama member David Wedge passed away quietly on a gray November morning after enduring one of the harshest and most debilitating illnesses of brain diseases known to medicine—Multiple System Atrophy. As cruel as its name implies, this condition began to affect David about five years ago, sapping him of the strength and wisdom we had all come to admire. It eventually required 24-hour care as weakness and lack of coordination set in.

David’s first attempt at climbing Mt. Hood in the 1980s, in jeans and a cotton T-shirt, marked the beginning of a process during which he came not only to understand the importance of proper gear but of proper training as well. He quickly joined the Mazamas to learn the basics but his rapid progression through all the schools and his athletic skills and strength brought him to the attention of Mazama leadership gurus and soon David was teaching as much as climbing. Indeed, as strong a climber and hiker as he was, it was his ability to lead, teach and help others appreciate the magnitude of the mountains that set him apart. His patience, kindness, and intelligence helped more than a few new Mazamas learn the ropes and eventually join our organization. Each student became a testament to his commitment to teaching; each climb he led became a witness to his determination to make climbing an enjoyable and educational voyage for all who followed him. He did not lead the south side of Mt. Hood 20 times for his own glory, but to share the joy of climbing with those new to the sport.

Throughout the 1980s and into the earliest years of the present century, he became one of the most respected and admired of the great Mazama climbing teachers and leaders. Not restricting his leads to the usual “16 Majors”, he often led climbs into remote and relatively unexplored regions of the Northwest. David also served selflessly on a variety of committees and became a lead instructor in almost all of our schools, including leading ASI on several occasions. He also was instrumental in transforming what was our New Member Fair into our present format of Discovery Night.

Throughout long committee meetings and countless days with his students at the practice cliffs and ice crevasses, the generosity of his spirit never dimmed.

Of all his admirable traits, humility stood out in contrast to the range and depth of his achievements. David always searched for ways to improve– both in his business as an apartment owner and in his approaches to teaching and climbing. He exerted the same careful diligence and self-scrutiny toward his tenants as he did to his climbing students. He once asked me if he was “good enough” to lead ASI. I told him, “no– you’re not good enough; you’re perfect”.

If there were wages for being humble, David would have been a billionaire.

He survived the loss of his first wife, Jeannie, also a Mazama climber, to ovarian cancer a number of years ago. Yet he persisted with his climbing and teaching, marrying Tica, his second wife five years ago. She demonstrated great courage in caring for him during his declining years. Aside from Tica, he is survived by a sister in Phoenix, Rosemarie Malroy, and twin sisters in Hood River, Sharon Marsh and Shirly Sterr. A Memorial Service was held in his honor at the Multnomah Athletic Club on Sunday, November 23rd. Although some eulogies were presented, they were largely superfluous; David’s life itself served as his own best eulogy. Assuredly he will be missed both within and outside the Mazama community; however, the memories of his gentle strength will not soon be forgotten.

from The Oregonian Chadwick Karr was born Feb. 12, 1919, in Yakima, to Arthur J. Karr and Harriet Chadwick Karr. Chad went to the University of Washington where he received a degree in sociology. He returned to Yakima to help run the family orchard business, where he built a cold storage unit that he later sold along with the orchards so that he could go back to school to get his Ph.D. in Psychology.

While in Yakima, Chad married Marian Kershaw. They later divorced. With his wife and two daughters, Chad moved to Portland where he began his career at Boys & Girls Aid. After two years there, he began his 29-year-long career teaching psychology at Portland State University, then called Portland State College. Chad especially liked working with students and participating on various committees over time.

He was active in several university-related organizations including Sigma Xi, a national science honorary, where he held several office including president of the local chapter. He was active in both the Portland and the Oregon psychological associations.

In 1987, he married Mary Siebert Pintarich. Chad retired in 1989 and along with Mary, began traveling extensively, especially enjoying the many Elderhostel programs that they attended both in the Unitest States and internationally. Always an outdoorsman, Chad loved mountain climbing, hiking, camping and later birding. He was a 50-year member of Mazamas and served on many committees and as president.

At his request, there will be no service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

A Tribute to Tyler Adams

by Jeff Thomas, Mazama Archivist On March 22, 2014 Steve Elder and the late Tyler Adams (1986-2014) did the first ascent of Brainless Child (WI5+ X 5.9) on the East Face of Mt. Thielsen, perhaps the most difficult mountaineering route in the Oregon Cascades (Mazama Bulletin, May 2014, p. 25). The following link leads to a short video interview of Tyler two days after the climb when the excitement of the first ascent was still vibrant and fresh. vimeo.com/user34584320/tyleradams.

The photographer was Sean Brown. Video production was courtesy of John Waller of Uncage the Soul Productions.

Still photos are from the Steve Elder collection. Since Tyler’s passing, Steve Elder has renamed the climb The Tyler Adams Memorial Route.

December/2014—27

Trail Trips Adventures Join us! Mazama Trail Trips are open to members and nonmembers alike.

HK A1.5 Dec 01 (Mon) Larch Mt. Road to Devil’s Rest. Flora Huber 503-658-5710. Wilderness—Limit 12. Larch Mt. Road to Devil’s Rest. 3 miles 300 ft. Dr. 65 Gateway Transit Center 8:30 a.m.

Check the website for new hikes and updates: Our leaders may schedule a hike for the current month after the Bulletin is published, or a hike location may change due to conditions, so please visit mazamas. org/hike.

HK C2.5 Dec 03 (Wed) BanksVernonia Linear Trail (out and back). Sherry Bourdin 503-2468095. A great winter fast walk on a paved walkway. This path travels through fields and forest. Little elevation gain and no great views.

However, since you don’t have to navigate rocks, streams, and other trail hazards you’ll have time to focus on enjoyable conversation and fitting in a good workout to your holiday schedule. Walking or running shoes recommended.

MMC at 7:30 a.m. and 185th/ Target at 8 a.m. 19 miles 400 ft.

Dr. 50 7:30 a.m. Call leader for details.

20s & 30s Mazamas are also hiking: Everyone is welcome. See the separate list at mazamas.org/activitiesevents/20sand30s Contact Trail Trips Committee chair Terry Lawson at 503-819-9250 with any questions. To lead a hike in December, log on to the Trails Trips website at http://www.mazamas2.org.

Winter Hiking Season

During the winter hiking season, it becomes more likely that scheduled hikes or snowshoes listed here could be affected by weather conditions and may be modified to avoid problems or cancelled if that is not possible. Be sure to check the hike schedule online at mazamas.org since every effort will be made to note any changes there. Hikers should also check the online schedule since new hikes may have been added. If you are uncertain whether a hike is running as listed here, please contact the hike leader.

Street Rambles

Tuesday and Thursday Rambles Various leaders will lead walks every Tuesday and Thursday. Multiple groups will be led at different paces.

Bring a headlamp. 4-8 miles, 5001,500 feet. Meet at REI-Pearl, NW 14th and Johnson. Group leaves promptly at 6 p.m.

Mazama Trail Trips Meetup Would you like hiking opportunities to pop up in your email and to receive reminders of hikes you have RSVP’d for? Join Mazama Trail Trips Meetup and receive email notifications. Trail Trips has a number of hikes listed on Meetup. See who else is going, ask questions, post photos. Join at meetup.com/mazama-hiking/.

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HK B2.5 Dec 05 (Fri) Opal Creek Loop. Larry Solomon muensterhump@hotmail.com.

Wilderness—Limit 12. Follow the Little North Santiam River past several waterfalls among huge old growth Doug firs and red cedars. Visit an old mill site and an old mining settlement recently converted to a forest scientific and education center. 10.5 miles 500 ft. Dr. 190 TH MMC 8 a.m.

HK A1.5 Dec 06 (Sat) Lacamas Lake Trail. Jim Selby 828-5085094. Lacamas Lake is a pleasant winter surprise, especially for birds. Can be hiked rain or shine since most of the trail is crushed gravel. Great trail for conversation and an easy pace. 7 miles 100 ft.

Dr. 30 Gateway 9 a.m. MU HK B2 Dec 06 (Sat) Cape Horn.

Brett Nair 503-847-9550. We will walk between the raindrops to enjoy this easy B-level hike. Well groomed trail with many gorgeous view cutouts to enjoy. www.capehorntrail.org/ 7 miles 1,400 ft. Dr. 55 Gateway 8 a.m. MU HK C2.5 Dec 06 (Sat) Christmas Ornament Trail. Bill Stein billstein.rpcv@gmail.com. Wilderness—Limit 12. Get in the mood for the season in the wilderness, of all places! From Wahkeena Falls, we’ll ascend to (the exterior of) the Trails Club’s Nesika Lodge via a short trail with hundreds of ornaments hanging from the trees.

Prepare for rain, wind, cold, and perhaps walking on snow. 12.2 miles 3100 ft. Dr. 45 Gateway 7:30 a.m. RSVP required!

SS A Dec 06 (Sat) White River Canyon Moonlight Snowshoe.

David Nelson dkbmnelson@

gmail.com. Wilderness—Limit 12.

Snowshoe up White River Canyon (appx. 2 miles) enjoying the moonlight (Dec 6 is full moon.) The pace will be easy to moderate. Bring extra warm clothes and headlamp (part of your 10 Essentials). Poles will be helpful. We’ll cancel if it’s a miserable forecast. Please contact leader via email if you plan to go. Meet at Clackamas Town Center Transit Center, 9225 SE Sunnyside Rd, North end of parking structure, lower level. Meeting time 7 p.m. 4 miles 600 ft. Dr. 110 SnoPark Clackamas Town Center Park & Ride 7 p.m.

HK A2.5 Dec 07 (Sun) Mt. Talbert Trail w/Mt. Scott Stairs. Meg Linza 503-502-8782. Eastside trail in Clackamas. Meet at the Mather Rd. parking lot. Bathrooms at the TH. Hike up and over Mt. Talbert, down to Sunnyside Rd. Cross over and up through the neighborhoods of Mt. Scott to a string of staircases up to the top of Mt. Scott at 1,090 ft. Great views if good weather. 6 miles 600 ft. Dr. Metro 10695 SE Mather Rd, Clackamas, OR 97015 9 a.m. MU HK B2 Dec 07 (Sun) WahkeenaMultnomah Creeks Loop. Terry Lawson lawson.terry@gmail.com.

A gorge classic- spectacular waterfalls and the rushing waters of Multnomah and Wahkeena Creeks. 5.4 miles 1700 ft. Dr. 48 Gateway 8:30 a.m. MU HK C2 Dec 07 (Sun) Elk-Kings Traverse. Rick Craycraft 503-6792113 or leftfield5@juno.com. A winter visit to a coast classic. This hike can be serious business. Bring rain gear, maybe traction devices, and layers. Might be a downpour or a beautiful, but cold, day. Contact leader for advice a few days before the hike if you’re not sure what to bring. 11 miles 4,600 ft.

Dr. 66 Target/185th 7:30 a.m.

HK B2 Dec 10 (Wed) Falls Creek Falls (Upper & Lower). Rex Breunsbach 971-832-2556 or breunsba@ teleport.com. Imagine you could almost reach out and touch Multnomah falls. A Forest hike in the Wind River area. Rushing streams and large waterfalls. 8.4 miles 1200 ft. Dr. 90 MMC 8 a.m. MU HK A2 Dec 13 (Sat) Dry Creek Falls. Dan Smith 503-408-8923.

Start at Cascade Locks, head under the freeway, then on to 60 foot high Dry Creek Falls. Herman Creek Pinnacles is our next stop, then back to Char Burger for coffee! 7.6 miles 700 + ft. Dr. 72 miles Gateway 8 a.m.

HK C2 Dec 13 (Sat) Table Moun-

tain Loop. Tom Dodson dodsontw@msn.com and/or 503-2977912. Bring poles, traction devices, sit pads, and snowshoes. Call leader if you haven’t hiked with him before. Be prepared for harsh conditions. Hopefully we will enjoy some good light for pictures of the surrounding mountains and gorge! 10 miles 3650 ft. Dr. 84 Gateway 8 a.m.

OT B2 Dec 13 (Sat) Cross Country Ski Tour. Wayne Lincoln 503245-9193 hm, 503-758 0421 cell linkyway@gmail. Trillium Lake or wherever the snow is. I will be leading cross country ski tours on the second Saturday of each month. Contact leader for more information. 6 to 10 miles 500 ft.

Dr. 120 SnoPark Gateway 8 a.m.

SS B Dec 13 (Sat) Twin Lakes Loop (Barlow Pass). Meg Linza 503502-8782. Wilderness—Limit 12.

Carpool to Barlow Pass trailhead.

The hike begins on the PCT (Trail #2000) and gently climbs for about a mile. Take the #482 trail into a meadow area where another junction will take us to the Palmeteer Point viewpoint. Returning to the junction we will continue on the trail to the edge of the first of the Twin Lakes. Depending on the condition of the group we will continue to second lake then loop back to PCT and return to Barlow Pass. Please have SS with waterproof boots, poles and layers for all conditions. Contact leader to sign up for trip. 7.8 miles 1,100 ft. Dr. 122 TH Fred Meyers NE Corner Sandy, OR 9 a.m.

HK A2 Dec 14 (Sun) NW Newton Road to Newberry Rd and return. Sue Brickey 503-775 2464.

Take Wildwood Trail into the less traveled north end of Forest Park where there are fewer people and the chance to see native wildlife is enhanced. An easy ramble in the woods. 7.6 miles 291 ft. Dr. 30 miles Hwy 30 MacDonald’s or intersection at Skyline and 10 a.m. MU HK B2.5 Dec 14 (Sun) Eagle Creek (7 Mile Falls). Regis Krug 503-7046442. Wilderness—Limit 12. Classic hike to all of the Eagle Creek waterfalls—Metlako, Punchbowl, Loowitt, Skoonichuck, Sorenson, Grand Union, Tunnel, Wy’east, Twister, and 7 Mile Falls. Probably a few more seasonal falls. 14 miles 1,080 ft. Dr. 74 TH Gateway TC 7:30 a.m. MU HK A2 Dec 17 (Wed) Aldrich Butte—Cedar Falls Loop. Rex Breunsbach 971-832-2556 or breunsba@teleport.com. In addi-

Winter Urban Hike Offerings One component of the winter hike schedule is to provide a comprehensive program of hikes in the metro area. This provides hiking outlets when the weather conditions negatively impact hikes further away as well as serving parts of the hiking community seeking hikes nearby with less travel time. They also provide weekend hiking opportunities for the rambling community in diverse park settings throughout the metro area. The December hike schedule includes both weekend and weekday urban hikes. Besides four hikes utilizing different parts of the extensive trail system in Forest Park, December hikes are scheduled using the Lacamas Lake Trail, Mt. Talbert Trail, Kenton-Columbia Slough, and Moulton Falls. Future urban hikes will likely include Washington and Marquam Parks, Mt. Tabor, Round Lake, Ridgefield Wildlife Refuge, Willamette Greenway, Tryon Creek Park, and others. Come hike with us in the metro area this winter. We welcome feedback and suggestions on how to make our urban offerings fit into your hiking plans this winter. Send these to TTC Co-chair Terry Lawson at lawson.terry@gmail.com.

tion to the great view from Aldrich Butte, this hike explores a little known section of the Gorge between Table Mountain and Hamilton Mountain 5.8 miles 1700 ft. Dr. 84 MMC 8 a.m. MU HK B2.5 Dec 19 (Fri) Hamilton Mountain Loop. Adam Russell russell.adam.m@gmail.com. Classic Gorge hike to a great view of Bonneville Dam. If we have clear skies, we should have one of the nicest views of Mt. Adams in the Gorge. Let’s go out and work off that turkey and pumpkin pie. 7.6 miles 2100 ft. Dr. 88 Gateway 7:30 a.m. MU HK A2.5 Dec 20 (Sat) Mt. Talbert Trail w/Mt. Scott Stairs. Meg Linza 503-502-8782. Eastside trail in Clackamas. Meet at the Mather Rd. parking lot. Bathrooms at the TH. Hike up and over Mt. Talbert, down to Sunnyside Rd. Cross over and up through the neighborhoods of Mt. Scott to a string of staircases up to the top of Mt. Scott at 1,090 ft. Great views if good weather.

6-8 miles 600 ft. Dr. n/a 10945 SE Mather Rd. Clackamas, OR 9 a.m. MU

Class A: Easy to moderate; 4-8 miles, under 1,500 feet elevation gain.

Class B: Moderate to difficult; 6-12 miles, over 1,500 feet gain.

Class C: Difficult to strenuous or rugged; 8 miles or more, typically over 3,000 feet.

Class D and Dw: very difficult, very strenuous with challenging conditions. Contact with leader for details. prior to the day of the trip is mandatory.

Numeral after class indicates pace: All pace information is average uphill speed in mph, ex. 1.5 = 1.5 mph. 1 would be a slow, easy pace with 3.5 being a very fast, highly aerobic conditioning pace.

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

HK B2 Dec 20 (Sat) Rock-of-Ages Russ Jolley Trail loop. Kirby Young 503-799-9930. Wilderness—Limit 12. Adventurous loop hike in the Gorge that is difficult for the mileage. Trails are steep and unimproved in many places, with very slippery spots in wet weather, requiring hikers to be sure-footed. Interesting and unique views if weather allows, cultural oddities. Traction devices (yaktrax, microspikes, trail crampons etc) required. Be prepared for cold wet conditions. 8 miles 2,500 ft. Dr. 60 Gateway 8 a.m. MU HK C2.5 Dec 20 (Sat) Mount Defiance. Adonay Solleiro adonayvs@ hotmail.com. Wilderness—Limit 12. Commonly referred to as the most difficult day hike in our region! We’ll go up the Mt. Defiance trail, and come down Warren Lake and Starvation Ridge. Trekking poles recommended. Bring enough water and be prepared for all types of weather. 11.9 miles 4800 ft. Dr. 98 Gateway 8 a.m.

SS A Dec 20 (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

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); Land C–Lewis and Clark State Park (1-84 Exit 18); Oswego TC–Boones Ferry Rd 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

down Boy Scout Ridge. Pace will be easy/moderate. Bring ski poles.

Contact leader via email to reserve a spot. 4 miles 1000 ft. Dr. 110 SnoPark Gateway 8 a.m.

HK A2 Dec 21 (Sun) MacleayWildwood Loop. Terry Lawson 503-8199250. This Forest Park hike starts at the Lower Macleay trailhead, takes the Lower Macleay trail through Balch Canyon to the Stone House, and follows the Wildwood, Dogwood, and Leif Erikson trails and city streets back to the start.

Call leader if you wish to join us at TH instead of the MMC. 5.5 miles 950 ft. Dr. 18 MMC 9:30 a.m. MU HK B2 Dec 21 (Sun) Marys Peak East Ridge and Meadows Edge.

Jess Beauchemin 503-446-0803 or beauchemin.jess@gmail.com. This hike on the east side of Marys Peak follows a wooded trail to the summit, then circles through a stand of noble fir and golden meadows for views of the valley. Expect snow, mud, or a mixture of both. Contact leader for current trail conditions.

7.2 miles 1750 ft. Dr. 200 TH Tualatin (Durham) P&R 8 a.m. MU

continued on next page donation of fifteen cents per mile for up to three people per vehicle. Dogs are not allowed except for hikes designated as “dog-walks.” Alcohol 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.

Dyanne Foster Whether you go on a Wednesday hike, stop into the MMC on a random weekday afternoon, attend an event at the Lodge, or a Classic Mazamas luncheon at the MMC, you’re likely to run into Dyanne Foster, a Mazama member and prolific volunteer since 1988. Dyanne currently serves on Programs, Outings and Lodge committees; before that she was a member of the Mazama Executive Council from 2010–2013. As a member of EC, Dyanne also organized the annual volunteer picnic and annual meeting, a job she continued doing this year even after her term ended.

Dyanne is an accomplished outdoorswoman, as comfortable paddling on a river as she is climbing her favorite route (the Emmons Glacier route on Rainier).

Her most triumphant outdoor moment was at the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro, which she climbed in the spring of 2013. When she is not climbing, hiking, paddling or volunteering, you’ll find Dyanne traveling and enjoying activities with her family.

We are grateful to Dyanne for her cheer, her inexhaustible energy, and her willingness to be “on call” for volunteer projects big and small.

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Executive Council Minutes separately).

Nov. 11, 2014

• Ice Wall • Lodge • Classic Mazamas (verbal report from liaison Kate Evans).

Kate Evans moved and Steve Hooker seconded a motion to accept Gary Ballou as chair pro tem of Outreach; motion passed 5-0.

Kate Evans moved and Judith Baker seconded a motion to accept Lanning Russell, Rose Marie Gilbert, and Dick Miller as co-chairs of Classic Mazamas; motion passed 5-0.

$12,387 projected expenses.

Motion carried 5-0.

Executive Director’s Report The Mazama Lodge’s recent Lee Davis presented the existing parking lot work was Executive Director’s report; discussed; the labor and materials items noted beyond the written to repair and re-grade the lot ran summary provided in the packet over the $1,000–1,500 verbal were as follows: estimate to a total cost of $3,000.

• Discovery Night attendance Although the work done was was low; there were issues felt to be worth the cost, Steve with publicity Hooker requested written bids • Portland Alpine Festival had in the future to minimize such many positive comments, and overruns. It was also noted that attendance at The Summit the Lodge Committee is still was good—ticket sales were within their FY 2014-15 budget.

367 plus 60 vendors and Steve Hooker moved and Judith New Business volunteers. We expect to be Baker seconded a motion to Lee Davis gave a report on the approve $3,000 to repair and within 10 percent of break recent activities and contacts made re-grade the lot; motion carried even point, relative to total

by Alex Kosseff, Outdoor Safety expenditures.

5-0.

Institute. He has met with several • Upcoming Events Action on the Foundation • Mazamas to host Backcountry individuals, activity committees, Grant Agreement was tabled Film Festival on Jan. 15 at the and EC in an informal setting. to January 2015. John Rettig Alex addressed the EC formally MMC noted issues with the Background on his plan to finish the week of • Committee chairs will be description of the Stewardship and scoping meetings, and to issue introduced to the Strategic Advocacy project, and agreed to a proposal in 5–6 weeks for Plan and the three E’s suggest alternate wording offline. work over the next year. We also (Expand, Enhance, Explore) Sarah Bradham gave a at a potluck on Dec. 5 or Dec. discussed climb leader capacity summary of the three bids for Business Reports as the initial focus of leader 10.

Phase I of the IT upgrade project. development and this will serve as It was felt that the OMBU bid was Secretary’s Report Old Business the pilot or model for subsequent the best overall. They are a local The Secretary’s October 31 The USFS Cost Recovery areas of leader development, company and do not bind us to membership report was given Agreement was discussed; this and having Alex complete the any particular vendor after Phase verbally. John R also presented covers the USFS staff costs to risk assessment for the Age I. Judith Baker moved and Steve this same information in graphical review our EA submitted for Requirements for Mazama Hooker seconded a motion to format with 15+ year history the Mazama Lodge parking lot Activities policy, set to sunset in approve OMBU as the vendor for included. It was noted that we project. There is a request for a April 2015.

Phase I of the IT project, for an have trended upward in dropped subsequent one-time processing The Ice Wall project was estimated 165 hours and cost of members over the past few years, fee of $21,206, in addition to the updated. A new budget was $20,000. Motion carried 5-0. and that much of our yearinitial processing fee already paid offered, showing a project cost The performance review over-year gains depend upon of $14,529, total of $35,735. Lee increase of $1,500 to $38,008 cycle for the Executive Director how we net out after some of Davis expressed concern that we total, with a net break even still is initiating, and Sojo Hendrix these members return. It will be have not seen a preliminary report projected by virtue of receiving a reviewed the schedule going occasionally updated, perhaps of work done on the initial fee, the project quarterly, so that trends can more and that we should ask to see this $1,500 pledge from trauma & PTSD forward. An EV task force team. It was requested we approve was formed consisting of Sojo Trauma & PTSD easily be tracked.

Anxiety & Depression prior to the subsequent payment. the projected expenses; Judith Anxiety & Depression Hendrix, John Rettig, and Steve No action was taken. Addictions Baker moved andAddictions Steve Hooker Treasurer’s Report Hooker.

Stress The Consent Agenda was seconded a motion to approve We adjourned at 8:47 p.m.

Presented by Steve Hooker.

Stress reviewed; there were written EMDR As of September 30, 2014, we EMDR reports and actions requested from have $61,502 cash available for the following committees: general operations, and current total assets are $ 1,591,620. There • 20s and 30s Mazamas MA, LPC, LMHC • Climbing was a short discussion about the • Expedition timing of the financial review that • Outings the VP will direct, the history of Supporting the health, well being, and • Outreach (new chair pro tem the present CPA firm engaged to Gary Ballou approved) potential of Portland residents do this, and the nature of their three year quote for reviews (there • Risk Management • Strategic Plan a PTSD anxiety de is no contractual obligation and traum pre • Trail Trips ssion MDR each year has been contracted addictions stress E 503.308.9408 Abridged and subject to approval; for official version, go to http://mazamas.org/members/ executive-council-reports/” Attending: Sojo Hendrix– President, Judith Baker–Vice President, John Rettig–Secretary, Steve Hooker–Treasurer, Kate Evans, Marty Hanson. Staff: Lee Davis, Jamie Anderson, Sarah Bradham. Absent: Sunny Freeman, Amy Mendenhall, Joan Zuber.

The meeting was called to order at 6:33 p.m. by President Sojo Hendrix. It was noted that a quorum was present.

The agenda was corrected on the item “Reading and Approval of Minutes,” in that the reference to the Oct. 6, 2014 minutes in the EC packet should be to page 52 (official minutes), not page 2 (Bulletin snapshot). They were approved as corrected by consent.

Steve Hooker moved and John R seconded a motion to approve the minutes from the Oct. 6 EC meeting. Motion carried 5-0.

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Trail Trips, continued from previous page HK C2 Dec 21 (Sun) Nesmith Point. Sojo Hendrix sojo42@gmail.com. Wilderness—Limit 12. Get in a good conditioner before the holidays ensue! Be prepared for typical Gorge wintry conditions. RSVP Leader to sign up. 9.8 miles 3,810 ft. Dr. 60 Gateway 7:30 a.m.

HK B2 Dec 24 (Wed) Waespe Point—Christmas Trail. Rex Breunsbach 971-832-2556 or breunsba@ teleport.com. Short and quick Christmas Eve hike in the area above Multnomah Falls. Hike up Multnomah Creek to the Multnomah Basin and visit the Christmas trail and it’s colorful decorations. Along the way we will warm ourselves with a little hot cider. 8 miles 1800 ft. Dr. 60 MMC 8 a.m. MU HK A1 2 Dec 26 (Fri) Columbia Slough via Kenton.

Meet at SE corner of Kenton Park in north PDX. Walk several blocks to MAX station where others can meet us. Hike levees along Columbia Slough pass race way returning through New Columbia. 5 miles 100 ft. Dr. 0 none 9 a.m.

HK A1.5 Dec 27 (Sat) Moulton Falls. Jim Selby 828-508-5094. Walking in a Winter Wonderland!

Work off some Christmas food delights with a delightful hike. Can be hiked in any kind of weather, gravel and blacktop trail with beautiful views of East Fork Lewis River. 6 miles 200 ft. Dr. 60 Gateway 9 a.m. MU

HK B2 Dec 27 (Sat) Hardy Ridge. Larry Solomon muensterhump@hotmail.com. Great loop trail climbing along the ridge above Hardy Creek to Phlox Point where we lunch. Traction devices may be in order (watch snow level). Discover Pass for drivers. 8.4 miles 2,300 ft. Dr. 93 TH Gateway 8:30 a.m.

HK B2.5 Dec 27 (Sat) Eagle Creek —Cross-Over Falls. Gary Bishop gbish90@hotmail.com. Wilderness—Limit 12. Eagle Creek in its winter glory and without the crowds. Enjoy several waterfalls along this well-graded trail. Hike may be shortened or moved depending on snow and ice conditions. Sign up at Gateway TC only. 12.6 miles 1080 ft. Dr. 74 TH Gateway TC 8:30 a.m.

DH B1.5 Dec 28 (Sun) Salmon River Dog Hike.

Rick Amodeo 503-804-9397, rick2@aaieng.com.

Wilderness—Limit 12 heartbeats (dogs count!).

Bring your puppy and enjoy a beautiful quintessential Oregon winter hike. Old growth, mossy rocks, soggy boots, sprinkles and fog will be included. Bring your leash; limit 1 dog per hiker.

Bring a snack to share for the other dogs and the other people at our turn-around point. 10–12 miles 1,000–1,200 ft. Email leader to reserve a spot. Dr. 80 TH Lewis and Clark Park at I-84 Exit 18. Meet in pav 8:30 a.m.

HK C2.5 Dec 28 (Sun) Benson Plateau (Herman Creek). Adonay Solleiro adonayvs@hotmail.com.

Wilderness—Limit 12. From Herman Creek over to the PCT and then up. Expect all sorts of weather, bring gaiters, rain gear and layers. 12.8 miles 3720 ft. Dr. 78 TH Gateway 8 a.m.

SS A Dec 28 (Sun) Twin Lakes Loop Snowshoe. Joe Whittington joewhittington@gmail.com. Wilderness—Limit 12. We will car pool to Frog Lake SnoPark and snowshoe/hike to lower Twin Lake and then on to Upper Twin Lake. Depending on conditions and group desires we will either backtrack or continue on for the 8 mile loop. Please contact Leader if you plan to go. 5.5. - 8 miles 450 ft. Dr. 140 SnoPark Gateway 8 a.m. MU HK A2 Dec 31 (Wed) Forest Park—Rollercoaster.

Rex Breunsbach 971-832-2556 or breunsba@teleport.com. This loop hike drops quickly downhill from the start, has a heartwarming steep climb in the middle, then bobs up and down back along the Wildwood Trail back to our starting place. What a ride! Some great views of the Willamette and Columbia Rivers. 7.5 miles 800 ft. Dr. 25 MMC 8 a.m. MU

HK A1.5 Dec 28 (Sun) Forest Park: Aspen to Leif Erickson. Carolyn Eckel 503-251-5939. Aspen, Wildwood, Dogwood and Leif Erickson trails. Gaiters advised. This is a no lunch hike. 3.8 miles 440 ft. Dr. 11 MMC 9 a.m.

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Portland Ice Comp Winners Men 1st—Tim Stabio 2nd—Todd Torres 3rd—Brad Farra Women 1st—Karin Mullendorff 2nd—Rebecca Schob 3rd—Elizabeth Bowers

Photo: Andrew Holman

Matthew Nightengale during Libby Sauter’s Big Wall Climbing Clinic.

Photo: Justin Brady

Big smiles at The Summit.Center–Candi Cook; Right–John Roskelley Photo: Justin Brady