PHOTOS BY FORREST MCGAW
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MAC Outdoor guide Forrest McGaw with members Scott and Tracy Oswald; Bruce Landrey; Barbara Hill; Lesley Lanagan; Craig, Radhika, and Suneel Turner; Rahul, Nisha, Siya, Sahana, Suraya, Seva, and Sasha Desai; Michelle Wynkoop; Sharon Nolan; Karen Drake; Stephen Micek; Leslie Mullens; and Deborah Henderson
Members Embark on Scenic Overnight Trip to Silcox Hut During the last weekend of September, 21 MAC members arrived at Timberline Lodge to journey up to Silcox Hut, located a mile above Timberline on Mount Hood at 7,000 feet, for a rustic bed-andbreakfast experience. Ten adventurous participants hiked up to the hut, while the rest traveled by vehicle. Upon their arrival, they helped themselves to wine and beer paired with snacks while the trip’s host made a fire and cooked an amazing dinner buffet and dessert. Trip guide Forrest McGaw led the group on a sunset hike up the ridge to catch some mountain views before the clouds came in. When the sun fully set, many members spent time outside gazing at the stars, moon, and mountain. In the morning, coffee and a hot breakfast were served alongside a beautiful sunrise. Thirteen participants hiked back down to Timberline, while the others completed their trip via SUV. This annual outing is hosted by OAP Committee and the Outdoor program. Look for another opportunity to visit Silcox Hut with MAC next fall!
68 | The Wınged M | NOVEMER 2023
