On this hike we will learn the art of animal tracking and how to help protect our threatened local forests. Cascadia Wild is dedicated to teaching people about the natural world and inspiring personal connection to nature, while Bark is dedicated to protecting Mt. Hood National Forest. Check out www.cascadiawild.org to learn more about their work.
Carpools meet at the Hollywood Trader Joe's, 4121 NE Halsey in Portland at 9am sharp. It is across the street from the Hollywood Transit Center, near the I-84 exit 2. If you are able to drive, we greatly appreciate your contribution to helping make a successful hike. Weather is very unpredictable this time of year, so please be prepared for winter travel. If you are looking for a ride, please come prepared to reimburse your driver.
This hike is likely a snowshoe hike, so if you have a pair please bring them along. If not, Bark has a few pairs to loan out for the day. Snowshoes can also be rented at Next Adventure and (426 SE Grand) and Portland area REIs. Please contact Gradey at Bark for more information and to see if we have a pair of snowshoes for you - gradey@bark-out.org.
Public Access program featuring an interview with Lela Brown, volunteer with Cascadia Wild. "Cascadia Wild is a nonprofit (501) (3c) organization whose mission is to inspire personal connection to nature and community, striving to awaken people's feelings of kinship with nature and increase their understanding of how we are ultimately a part of, and sustained by, the natural world."
About 50 minutes in length.
2011 Interview With Member of Cascadia Wild
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