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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE:20260309
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URL:https://onc-pdx.org/events/ochoco-summit-siege/
SUMMARY:Ochoco Summit Siege
DESCRIPTION:Ochoco National Forest\, OR\nMar. 9 - 13\, 2026\, Mon - Fri\nAd
 vanced Backcountry Nordic\n\nCome ski this enchanting area of rolling\, fo
 rested high country in the Ochoco Mountains\,  perfect for telemark or al
 pine turns in open glades. Just 25 miles east of Prineville\, this area of
   Oregon is known for its dry snow\, butterscotch-smelling Ponderosa pine
 s\, and expansive views.\n\nWeather and conditions dependent\, I will lead
  advanced tours on Lookout Mt. (highest peak in  the range)\, Round Mt.\,
  and Slide Mt.—three full days of skiing. If the conditions are not favo
 rable\, we can ski the Walton Lake Forest Service trails. There are 20 mil
 es of trails. A half day ski during travel days is an option for individua
 l carpools.\n\nWe will be staying at the Ochoco National Forest Ranger Hou
 se. This well-lived-in former  forest ranger home is furnished with 1.5 b
 athrooms and 3 large bedrooms—two rooms with  queen beds and one co-ed 
 room with three twin beds. The house has electric lights\, hot water\, and
  heat. The kitchen is a bit worn but fully functional with cook stove\, re
 frigerator and plenty  of basic kitchenware and cleaning supplies. There 
 is no dishwasher. A large wooden dining  room table and a spacious knotty
 -pine paneled living room with comfortable Mission-style seating add to th
 e charm. There is no cell service at the cabin.\n\nParticipants are respon
 sible for their own breakfasts and lunches. Three dinners will be potluck.
 \n\nBackcountry ski gear (NNN-BC\, Xplore bindings\, or better) is require
 d for these advanced  tours. Participants should be able to ski 10 miles 
 with 2000’ gain\, have solid downhill ski skills\,  and be able to navi
 gate map and compass or GPS app.\n\nThis trip segues nicely with the John 
 Craig Memorial ski race and tour Saturday March 14\,  2026 on the Old McK
 enzie pass near Sisters\, OR.\n\nTrip limit:  7 participants\, including 
 trip leader\nCost:  $70 per person. Includes 4 nights lodging. Excludes c
 ost of travel and meals.\nTravel miles:  From Portland\, 350 miles round 
 trip\, plus mileage to the ski areas\nTrip Leader:  Audrey Bergsma\, audz
 nd@yahoo.com
CATEGORIES:Backcountry Ski/Telemarking,Cross Country Ski
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