Articles written by Tom Chase

Tom Chase|Updated Jul 22, 2003

Eight local residents from Black Butte Ranch will spend three days hiking around Mt. Hood, according to Jessica Judy, trek organizer. "We have room for four more as we can handle a maximum of 12," she said. "Our hike will take three days," she said, "although most groups allow four or five days." The hike is planned for August 16-19. The Timberline Trail (route #600) is 40.7 miles long and is characterized by "spectacular views and mountain meadows," according to the Mt. Hood Information Center's web site. The local group pla... Full story