To all who plan to visit Portland, Oregon for TangoFest 2004; The idea has surfaced more than once that someone within the Portland Tango community organize day hikes/trips specifically for those who visit Portland for TangoFest 2004. We want to offer the tango community an invitation to experience two of Oregon s most beautiful places; Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge.
I have arranged two separate day trips specifically designed for Tango fanatics visiting Portland, Oregon for TangoFest 2004. Please be aware these trips are BEFORE the festival begins we will not be offering trips during the festival as we will be dancing! Although these trips are before the festival, don t worry you can still get in your Tango fix each night, as there are regular local milonga s and practica s. We offer: Experience a full-day, exploration of Oregon s, forests, flowing rivers, raging waterfalls, and spectacular mountains! Day hikes with a local guide specifically for people coming to Portland for TangoFest 2004. Roundtrip transportation from the Norse Hall and interpretive guide are provided. No technical climbing or hiking experience necessary. It s a great way to get to know each other before the workshops and milongas begin!! Trips offered: 1) Monday October 11, 2004 day hike on the Eagle Creek Trail. Leave Portland 8:30.a.m., return to Portland 5:00.p.m. 6 Miles round trip. Cost $30 per person includes roundtrip transportation and local guide. See description below. Eagle Creek Trail (from http://www.oregonpackagedtravel.com/iten/hike.html) Difficulty: easy Time: up to 5 hours Length: 6 miles Elevation Gain: 300 to 1,200 feet Season: year-round One of Oregon s most popular and beautiful hiking trails, Eagle Creek showcases some of the best scenery of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. The trail is fairly level and climbs slowly. At times, it follows the river, with some drop-offs. Railings exist along the rock wall, and there is plenty of room to pass. The trail passes several waterfalls and, at one point, drops into a narrow slot that is crossed by a sturdy bridge. Bring a camera and capture the awesome scene of old-growth trees, soaring mountain peaks, and pristine wilderness. 2) Tuesday October 12, 2004 day hike on Mt. Hood 5.5 miles. Leave Portland 8:00a.m. return 6:00p.m. Includes roundtrip transportation and local guide. Cost $35 per person. See description below. Mt. Hood/ Timberline Lodge/Pacific Crest Trail (from http://www.oregonpackagedtravel.com/iten/hike.html)Difficulty: moderate Time: 6 hours Length: 5.5 miles Elevation Gain: minus 1,200 feet then back up 1,000 feet Season: late summer/fall This trail has been rated one of the best in the Northwest. A hike during warm weather permits a stunning foreground to close-up views of Mount Hood. Wildflowers are dense along this stretch, and waterfalls are around each corner. Nearby glaciers are breathtaking; however, in warm weather, there are a few streams to cross. And if the temperature is high, water levels will be high from melting snow. The trail is fairly level to begin with, then it drops 400 feet into Little Zig Zag Canyon. After climbing back out, the trail drops another 600 feet into Big Zig Zag Canyon. Each person is required to bring and carry his or her own water and food. A good set of boots and inclement weather gear is highly recommended. Space is limited. Please contact me if you re planning to attend Portland TangoFest 2004 and you are interested in exploring Oregon. Please call or email if you have any questions. Abrazos, Jerry Wallach 503-784-3786 [email protected] --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Address AutoComplete - You start. We finish.
