Marys Peak Group - October 11
Barry Wulff
Marys Peak Group - Sierra Club
P.O Box 863, Corvallis, OR 97339
Serving members in Lincoln, Benton, Marion, Polk and Linn Counties
October 11th, 2009
Here’s what’s coming up ……
• Sierra Club Membership
• Tues., Oct. 13th – Global Climate Change and Its Impact on Oregon
• Wed., Oct. 14th – ViewPlus Technologies, Inc. Tour - Marilyn Hinds
• Thur., Oct. 15th – Middle Pyramid – Randy Selig
• Sat. Oct. 17th – Trail Work at Beazell Forest - Denise Nervik & Tom Bucht
• Sun, Oct. 18th – Dunn Forest Dog and People Walk - Kay Yates
• Sat., Oct. 24th – Silver Falls Geology Walk - Ralph Nafziger
• Sun, Oct. 25th – Kid-Friendly Walk on Clemens Park Loop – Julie Arrington
And here are the details ……
Are you a member of the Sierra Club? The Sierra Club is the nation’s largest grass-roots environmental organization. It is John Muir’s legacy. Today it acts on our behalf to save our old-growth forests on public lands, to halt mountain top removal and stream destruction, and to halt the burning of coal that is significant in causing global climate change and mercury pollution. Your membership helps to support these and many other important undertakings geared toward a more sustainable future. We of the Marys Peak Group strive to support our local environmental efforts, as well as provide many enjoyable outdoor programs for all to enjoy without obligation. A portion of your membership also goes toward helping us in those endeavors. Attached to this email is an application form to make it easy to join now.
Tuesday, October 13th – "Global Climate Change and Its Impact on Oregon" Professor James Coakley from OSU’s College of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences will outline projected changes in Oregon’s environments due to global climate change. The presentation is co-sponsored by the Corvallis League of Women Voters and the Friends of the Corvallis-Benton County Library. 7:00 p.m. Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, 645 NW Monroe St., Corvallis.
Wednesday, October 14 – ViewPlus Technologies, Inc. Tour. “ViewPlus is recognized throughout the world as a leading innovator in research and development of assistive technology products for people with print and sensory disabilities.” We will visit this amazing company right here in Corvallis. RSVP by October 5th. Meet behind the Super-8 Motel in the 1st Street parking lot for a 1:00 p.m. departure. Contact Leader, Marilyn Hinds, 541-929-7136,mkhinb...@peak.org
Thursday, October 15th – Middle Pyramid. Weather permitting; we can get in some last of the season’s views from this vantage point in the Old Cascades. This hike may have great colors and views. Moderate, 7 miles with 1,800 feet of elevation gain. Leave from the 1st Street parking lot behind the Super 8 Motel at 8:00 a.m. Contact leader: Randy Selig, 738 0753 or rse...@mindspring.com
Saturday, October 17 – Trail Work. Assist with trail building or maintenance at Beazell Memorial Forest. Bring work gloves, water and lunch; return mid-afternoon. Meet at the Wilkinson Hall parking lot (Arnold & 27th) for an 8:30 a.m. departure. Contact leaders: Margie Powell, Tom Bucht, Denise Nervik, 752-8241 or ner...@peak.org
Sunday, October 18 – Dunn Forest Dog and People Walk. With or without a dog, walk the Berry Creek Loop in this OSU research forest north of Corvallis. Dogs must be under leash or voice control at all times, be well-behaved and non-aggressive to people and other dogs. Six-mile hike on gravel roads with some hills and elevation gain; stunning views of the valley due to some recent logging. Walk-in hunt season going on, so wear bright-colored clothing and put something colorful on your dogs. Bring water (for your dogs, too) and snacks for a 3+ hour outing. Meet at the Wilkinson Hall parking lot (Arnold & 27th) for a 10:00 a.m. departure. Contact leaders: Kay Yates, 754-0463 orkya...@peak.org; Monika Shepherd, 754-5994.
Saturday, October 24 – Silver Falls Geology Walk. The Canyon Trail to 10 waterfalls is one of Oregon’s premier sights. We’ll walk the Canyon and Ridge trails, discussing the geology of this special place, and making a stop by the fire in the classic lodge. Good rain gear and water-resistant boots or sturdy walking shoes are essential. Moderate, 7.1 miles with 1,000 feet of elevation gain. Pre-registration required; number limited to 10. Contact leader to register and for departure time and places: Ralph Nafziger, 541-926-4245 or nafz...@peak.org
Sunday, October 25 – Kid-Friendly Walk on Clemens Park Loop. Join us as we stroll through lovely Clemens County Park near Alsea on a family-friendly excursion. We will be joined by a biologist from the Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife. She will introduce us to the conditions necessary for a healthy salmon habitat along the North Fork of the Alsea River. If our timing works out well with the fall rains, we may see some salmon on their migration. Clemens Park features a salmon viewing platform next to the river. We will see large Pacific yew trees, Douglas firs, grand firs, raptors and sword ferns up to 6 feet in diameter. Afterwards, we will stop at a nearby hatchery for a tour. Have you ever seen a sturgeon up close? Easy, 1 nearly level mile; could be muddy. Meet at the Wilkinson Hall parking lot (Arnold & 27th) for a 1:00 p.m. departure. Contact leaders: Julie Arrington, 541-752-6052,Julie.s...@gmail.com; Mike Neeley-Brown. (Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult; a liability release is required from a parent or guardian. Leaders can tell you about details.)