Resources
Ten Plus Essentials for outdoor adventures
1. whistle
2. fire starter & waterproof matches
3. map
4. knife
5. compass
6. first aid kit
7. sun protection (lip balm, sunscreen and a hat)
8. warm, extra clothing (hat, socks, gloves) – NO COTTON.
9. flashlight (with extra bulb and batteries)
10. extra food
11. rain gear (We live in the NW, not in CA).
12. Repair kits, to fix pack straps, belts, and shoelaces. (Duct tape works too)
13. Toilet paper, because it’s essential.
Web Resources
The place to finding information when planning a hike or ski trip, enjoying outdoor activities, and more. Please send the Webmaster your favorite links of interest to Trail Club members. Also, let us know of any broken links.
Cheers!
Weather:
Links to weather sites, ODOT weather cams, etc. relative to skiing, hiking and outdoor activities in the Pacific Northwest.
Washington State Wide Travel Informations
Washington Highway Travel Alerts and Slow Downs
Washington State Mountain Pass Cameras
Northwest Weather and Avalanche Information
Clubs:
Columbia River Orienteering Club
Federation of Western Outdoor Clubs
International Mountain Bicycling Association
Fun Links:
Evergreen Hiker’s personal page – Hikes, Hard of Hearing Hiking
Hikelight – Ultralite backpacking information
All Trails – Free trails database
Safety Information and Tips:
Links to sites with safety tips and information.
Washington Trails Assn: Building a First Aid Kit
Sgt Rock’s Hiking HQ: Navigating with a Map and Compass
Hiking Safety: NY Dept. of Environmental Conservation
BackCountry.com: Backpacking Planning
JustRoughingIt.com: 5 Common Hiking Injuries and How to Prevent Them
Ultimate List of Hiking Safety Resources
Government:
Links to government agencies that have a direct influence on our enjoyment of outdoor activities in the Pacific NW.
Oregon State Parks Day Use Permits
Oregon Minimum Chain Requirements
US Forest Service – Recreation Passes of the NW
Check out – Which pass do I need?
Commercial:
Links to commercial sites that provide product or services for the enjoyment of outdoor activities in the Pacific NW. The Trails Club of Oregon does not endorse these companies or assume any responsibility for services provided.
National CPR assn – Wilderness First Aid Basics
About.com – Camping Basics
The Ultimate Hiking Guide – Links to hiking info sources
Love the Outdoors – Camping & Campgrounds
Oregon Mountain Community – Outdoor equipment
REI – Outdoor Equipment, Clinics, Travel
Area Stores: Clackamas, Hillsboro, Portland, Tualatin
Taiga Works – Clothing, Outerwear, Gear