This event has been canceled. A family day hike has been scheduled as an alternative.
Are you ready for an outdoor adventure? One that will challenge your skill and may push you to your limits? Join us on August 19 and where we plan to summit Middle Sister. This experience will be led by Link Up Vets Board Member and Hiking/Outdoor Event Specialist, Mark Erickson, US Navy Veteran.
We will meet at the VFW Post 584 parking lot early the morning of August 19 (time to be determined) to begin our drive. Once we arrive at the trailhead, the hike will begin at the Pole Creek trail for a duration of 5 miles and 1,500 feet of elevation gain. We will then arrive to camp at timberline, by the foot of the Hayden Glacier. Early the next morning, we will climb another 3,000 feet in about 2 miles to reach the summit of Middle Sister (approximately around noon). After a short rest at the top to celebrate, we will head back down the mountain to pack up our camp and trek the remaining 5 miles back to the trailhead. We expect to return to Albany on August 20 by 10:00 pm. These times are estimates based on past experience but will certainly be determined by the fitness and pace of our group.
Please note that this climb is weather dependent on snow levels. Updates will be given as we get closer to the date.
Supplies: A meeting will be held prior to the hike to review all supplies needed and to answer any questions.
This trip is taxing physically but is certainly achievable without special gear or training. The better shape you are in before the hike the more enjoyable it will be. This experience will be a challenge, but one to remember!
If you are interested in participating in this hike, please send us an email elizabeth.linkupvets@gmail.com. Let us know your name and phone number and our coordinator will contact you.
Please visit the sites below or our Facebook page for more information:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/middle-sister-via-pole-creek-trail-4072
https://www.mountaineers.org/activities/routes-places/middle-sister