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“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely, or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens, nature, and God.”
from The Diary of Anne Frank
Afoot & Afield Portland/Vancouver: A Comprehensive Hiking Guide
1st EDITION June 2003
2nd EDITION March 2008
2nd Printing 2010
Copyright © 2003, 2008 by Douglas Lorain
Front cover photo copyright © 2008 by Douglas Lorain
Interior photos: Douglas Lorain
Maps: Douglas Lorain
Cover design: Andreas Schueller and Larry B. Van Dyke
Book design and layout: Andreas Schueller and Larry B. Van Dyke
Book editor: Laura Shauger
ISBN 978-0-89997-468-2
Manufactured in Canada
Published by: Wilderness Press
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Cover photo: Mt. Hood from Hood River Mountain (Chapter 5: Trip 25)
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SAFETY NOTICE: Although Wilderness Press and the author have made every attempt to ensure that the information in this book is accurate at press time, they are not responsible for any loss, damage, injury, or inconvenience that may occur to anyone while using this book. You are responsible for your own safety and health while in the wilderness. The fact that a trail is described in this book does not mean that it will be safe for you. Be aware that trail conditions can change from day to day. Always check local conditions and know your own limitations.
Acknowledgments
I have no scapegoat to take the blame for the inevitable mistakes that occur in the preparation of any guidebook. All errors and omissions fall entirely at my own booted feet. Nonetheless, a few people deserve to be mentioned for their help in making this book happen.
For her love, support, and assistance with every aspect of this book (and in my life), top honors go to my wife, Becky Lovejoy.
For her assistance with all things botanical and for putting up with me as a sibling, I thank Christine Ebrahimi.
For introducing a fresh perspective on useful outdoor books, my appreciation goes to Trevor and Kathy Todd.
I also thank Brianna James, without whose friendship and support this book (and many other things) would not be possible.
Finally, thanks to the people at Wilderness Press who, to my amazement, were nice enough to publish my books in the first place. Special mention must go to Tom Winnett, Mike Jones, Jannie Dresser, Jaan Hitt, Roslyn Bullas, Larry B. Van Dyke, and Laura Shauger. They all deserve more recognition than they usually get for turning my preliminary efforts into something that is readable, useful, and attractive for you, the reader.
Contents
THE SECOND EDITION & ITS 60 NEW HIKES
INTRODUCING THE PORTLAND/VANCOUVER AREA
Every Imaginable Shade of Green: The Local Flora
Fur, Feathers, Scales, & Slime: The Local Fauna
Welcome to the Pacific “Northwet”: The Local Weather
