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Multnomah Falls GTG Cruise

danlwil

danlwil

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AvaLance and I were talking the other day and I discovered that he's never been to Multnomah Falls :eek: :eek:

Well... we need to fix that ;D so...
on: July 17th
at: 7:30 AM
in: the Beaverton Towne Center Parking lot

we'll meet for an 8:00 departure to cruise the old Columbia Gorge Hwy to Multnomah Falls. We'll stop at Vista House and some smaller waterfalls along the way to enjoy the beauty of this scenic area.

We can grab a bite of lunch at the lodge or take a picnic lunch ... suggestions are welcome (y)
 
The CAFCNA Portland, OR - Mount Hood Snow Run 22 Dec 02 was a lot of fun. Going now would be a whole different cruise this time of year.

pdxkevin said:
Preliminary Itinerary

Sunday, December 22, 2002

8:00 am - 8:30 am Meet & Greet @ Starbucks by the Beaverton Fred Meyer

Historic Columbia River Gorge Highway ? Trace the cliffs of the gorge for some scenic splendor. The contrasts and riots of color, particularly with fall foliage, provide splashy scenes of quaint historic roads, sharply rising dark cliffs, and the backdrop of the gorge skyline.

9:30 am Portland Women's Forum - Capture dramatic lighting early in the morning at this phenomenal location, which provides a jaw-dropping perspective of the grand Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.

10:00 am Vista House ? This national historic landmark was built with the same beautiful volcanic basalt that makes up the gorge itself. A slightly different viewpoint from here provides sweeping vistas and depth of field within context of the gorge.

11:00 am Multnomah Falls ? Thundering down 620 feet, this is a favorite of photographers no matter what the season. Plenty of splash, spray, lush vegetation, and sheer cliffs make for a spectacular shot.

12:30 pm Discovery Center and Museum in Hood River ? While stopping in Hood River there will be an choice to tour the Discovery Center and Museum ($6) then eat as we drive up to Timberline or stop for a sit down meal in Hood River.

3:30 pm Timberline lodge up on Mount Hood ? The Timberline Lodge, located on the southern slope of Mount Hood near Portland, Oregon, was built under the Works Progress Administration in 1936-37. The Lodge represents one of the finest examples of twentieth-century architecture to be constructed by this government agency. Mount Hood is the highest point in Oregon, rising to 11,240 feet, and snow-covered year round. From here we are roughly 90 minutes 9depending upon conditions and traffic) from downtown Portland.

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There should be plenty of time for photo ops.
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Going now would be a whole different cruise this time of year.
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yep... warm ;D

Lance mentioned intrest in circling Mt Hood and possibly even running up to Timberline... That sounds fun too....

We are already committed for the evening so would break off earlier... however that doesn't mean others couldn't continue on... It's in incredible drive no matter what the season (y)
 
Sounds like fun but Saturdays still do not work for me. Maybe I can hook up with you guys somewhere later in the afternoon as you are headed back.

DRJ
 
danlwil2500 said:
AvaLance and I were talking the other day and I discovered that he's never been to Multnomah Falls :eek: :eek:

Well... we need to fix that ;D so...
on: July 17th
at: 7:30 AM
in: the Beaverton Towne Center Parking lot

we'll meet for an 8:00 departure to cruise the old Columbia Gorge Hwy to Multnomah Falls. We'll stop at Vista House and some smaller waterfalls along the way to enjoy the beauty of this scenic area.

We can grab a bite of lunch at the lodge or take a picnic lunch ... suggestions are welcome (y)
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Take PLENTY of pictures!

I haven't been there since '91? '92? Something like that. STUNNING scenery, and I'd like to get back.
 
The_Intimidator said:
Sounds like fun but Saturdays still do not work for me. Maybe I can hook up with you guys somewhere later in the afternoon as you are headed back.

DRJ
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we've got to have a Sunday GTG so that you can hook up.....
we need to get our thinking caps on
 
A sunday cruise to the small town of Colton Oregon, we could even have lunch BBQ and some great pics at my Granparents house in there field. Any other ideas????
 
Just so everyone knows... this cruise is on

Multnomah Falls Cruise GTG
July 17th
7:30 AM
Beaverton Towne Center Parking lot

we'll meet for an 8:00 departure to cruise the old Columbia Gorge Hwy to Multnomah Falls. We'll stop at Vista House and some smaller waterfalls along the way to enjoy the beauty of this scenic area.

We can grab a bite of lunch at the lodge or take a picnic lunch ...
 
Danwill,

Sorry we won't be able to make this one. I wanted to take the family there, but last week we went fishing and then to Seaside and Astoria, then to Salem on Saturday. Just lots of driving then next week I put the kids back in the van to go back to Arizona for school (4days). They don't want to go on another ride right now.

OK lets say Mom doesn't want to deal with them in the vehicle more than what we have and what is planned.

I will check them out later this summer. I'll be back in town the 30th.

See you all later,


Azfun
 
hey azfun..were you in lincoln city last week...do you have a white av????saw a painted cladding white av ......was very sweet.....
 
azfun said:
Danwill,

Sorry we won't be able to make this one. I wanted to take the family there, but last week we went fishing and then to Seaside and Astoria, then to Salem on Saturday. Just lots of driving then next week I put the kids back in the van to go back to Arizona for school (4days). They don't want to go on another ride right now.

OK lets say Mom doesn't want to deal with them in the vehicle more than what we have and what is planned.

I will check them out later this summer. I'll be back in town the 30th.

See you all later,


Azfun
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glad to know that you've been able to have some time with your family..... HAve a safe trip to AZ.... we'll see you when you get back (y)
 
Well I will see you all saturday morning!!!!!

The Avalanche is packed, and filled up with 2.09 per gallon gas and I am ready to go tomarrow morning 7-8:30 AM

See you all soon
 
Would still like to extend an invitation to anyone that wants to enjoy this cruise....

We'll be taking off from Starbucks at 8:eek:o AM tomorrow morning...

This is a "light" cruise... relaxed and refreshing... ;D
 
Won't be able to do the cruise this weekend as am having a HUGE garage sale. Have a safe trip. PDXKEVIN....you should come check out our sale!!!!!

Ed in Oregon
 
Ed in Or: Could you post or p.m. the details on your HUGE sale??
Would love to stop by to check out your junque and your trailer,etc.
thanks, bob & crew>
 
It starts Sat am and goes to Sun around 3pm. At 160th and Farmington go S on 160th then right on Division. My neighbor is having one as well and they have alot of stuff tooooooooooo..

Ed in Oregon
 
Had a great time and pics are still on the camera... one of these days i'll get off my butt and post them but I am still working on the new computer getting all the software installed.
 
flynhigh said:
Had a great time and pics are still on the camera... one of these days i'll get off my butt and post them but I am still working on the new computer getting all the software installed.
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A perfect day for the cruise... we had a blast.... ya have to watch your rear... never know who's gonna catch ya :eek: ;D

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Trip was great and showed me how out a shape I was when climbing up to ome of the falls :(

 
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