Re: [pct-l] End of the PCT Trek Gathering

["Paul Nickodem" <Dharmabum64@worldnet.att.net>]

For we the people not completing  a thru-hike  speed record....please tell
us how it went!
Cheers
Dharmabum
"hiking is a leisurely activity"

> Come to the end of the season party sponsored by ALDHA-West at the Mazama
> Lodge on Government Camp just below Timberline Lodge and the PCT. This
> year's event will be held on Friday night around 5 p.m. through Sunday
noon
> on September 29th, 30th, and October 1st.
>
> This event is dedicated to having fun and learning from each other. It is
> for both those who have hiked or for those who are planning to do the PCT,
> CDT, AT, or other long distance treks in the future, Sessions on light
> weight gear, nutritious food, route finding, etc. are standard. As are
slide
> shows of the long trails (PCT, AT, CDT) and other special trails. If you
> would like to present (volunteer only - no fees), please contact our
> coordinator.
>
> Come and share stories of your adventure, your plans. Reconnect with trail
> partners, get encouraged to hike next year, find out that there are many
> others who share your feelings. Bring your equipment and see what folks
have
> been talking about on this site.
>
> As with some other things in life, this event is not free. The Mazama
Lodge
> needs to charge for bunks (bring sleeping bag for dorm rooms) and
fantastic
> meals (just perfect for those coming off the trail). And we need know how
> may are coming so the cooks have food. You pay for what you use, so fees
run
> from $38 to $65 per person for the whole weekend which gives you up to 6
> meals and lodging for both nights.
>
> Rides from Portland can be arranged and many folks in the area will be
> willing to put you up. More information will be available a little later.
> Please check the ALDHA-West web site at
http://www.gorp.com/nonprof/aldhaw/
> or contact the Gathering coordinator, Jan McCartan at mccartans@gorge.net
>
> You may contact me at the address below until 04/20/00 when I'm off for
the
> trail. After that, try me at m_karon@hotmail.com
>
> Hope to see many of you at ADZPCTKO, on the trail, and at the Gathering.
> =============================
> Marshall Karon, President
> ALDHA-West
> E-mail after 04/20/00:  m_karon@hotmail.com
>
> Work E-Mail: marshall.d.karon@co.multnomah.or.us
> Home Phone: (503) 232-5271
>
>
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