Monday, December 17, 2012
Exploring Fort Rock, Part 1 of a Central Oregon Odyssey
This was part of a near epic central Oregon road trip. In this part we explore Fort Rock.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_Rock
The Fort Rock Basin has served as a vital part of the Native American lifestyle. Fort Rock Cave is near Fort Rock State Natural Area, and is the site of an archaeological discovery of several 9,000 to 11,000 year-old sagebrush sandals. This property serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that has shaped so much of Oregon's history. The story of the Fort Rock Basin is told by the artifacts left behind and by the rich oral tradition of the tribes who claim the area as home.
Fort Rock Cave is a National Heritage site and is open only by a state park guided tour.
Music by: Jason Shaw @ audionautix.com
DIY Cheap Ponco To Tarp Modification
My simple modification to a $4.00 Texsport poncho that makes it usable as a tarp. This a 10 Mil poncho that measures 50" x 80". Weight after completion is just over 9 ounces.
Friday, August 3, 2012
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Robinson Lake
Took a while but we made it to Robinson Lake. Stopped by forest fires, snow & blow downs... Not today! It was a nice lake, easy to get to in the middle of summer.
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Camping in the Cascades & Discovery of the Fish Lake Remount Depot
Camping trip taken in early May 2012. Most of my trips like this are used as a base camp from which to explore the area.
Fish Lake Historic Site, also known as the Fish Lake Remount Depot, is located in the heart of the Oregon High Cascades in the Willamette National Forest. Located along the Santiam Trail, since the mid-1800s thousands of travelers including Indian tribes and wagon trains, along with their livestock, pack animals and freight have passed through the site. The seasonal lake and meadow offered them a place of rest and bountiful provisions
Fish Lake contains water only during the winter and spring months. The water drains to underground sources beginning in June and is usually empty by July.
http://www.fishlakehistoricsite.org/
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