Posts in August 2019

A small forested island in a lake.

Hike of the Month: South Waldo Shelter Hike

August 12, 2019 Posted by August 2019, Newsletter 0 thoughts on “Hike of the Month: South Waldo Shelter Hike”

By John Sparks, Volunteer, Trailkeepers of Oregon

Distance: 3.3 miles / Elevation gain: 35 feet

One of Oregon’s largest natural lakes, Waldo Lake is also considered one of the purest lakes in the world, with water so clear that it’s possible to see over a hundred feet into its depths. (more…)

Ten workers in hardhats posing between the cut sections of a thick log across a trail.

Want to Be a Crosscut Sawyer with TKO?

August 12, 2019 Posted by August 2019, Newsletter 0 thoughts on “Want to Be a Crosscut Sawyer with TKO?”

By Guy Hamblen, Crew Leader, Trailkeepers of Oregon

The art of using a crosscut saw is reawakening, especially among trail maintenance groups working in US Forest Service wilderness areas where chainsaws are not allowed.

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A shallow lake with conifers in the background and water lily leaves on the surface.

Three Mountain Lakes for Young Hikers

August 12, 2019 Posted by August 2019, Newsletter 0 thoughts on “Three Mountain Lakes for Young Hikers”

By John Sparks, Volunteer, Trailkeepers of Oregon

It’s often a challenge to find a very short but interesting destination for young children around three to seven years old.

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