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      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

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      Cover photo: Mt. Hood from Hood River Mountain (Chapter 5: Trip 25)

      All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form, or by any means electronic, mechanical, recording, or otherwise, without written permission from the publisher, except for brief quotations used in reviews.

      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

       PREFACE

       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

       TRAIL SAFETY & COURTESY

       Preparation & Equipment

       Being Properly Equipped

       Some Special Hazards

       Being a Good Neighbor

       HOW TO USE THIS BOOK

       Capsulized Summaries

       Highlights & Directions

       Other Useful Information

       Map Legend

       CHAPTER 1 COAST RANGE

       Trip 1 Gnat Creek

       Trip 2 Northrup Creek Loop

       Trip 3 Saddle Mountain

       Trip 4 Soapstone Lake

       Trip 5 Bloom Lake

       Trip 6 Cedar Butte

       Trip 7 Wilson Falls

       Trip 8 Lester Creek Pinnacles

       Trip 9 Kings Mountain Junior Loop

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