Lewis and Clark were amazed by giant birds they first described for science along the lower Columbia River. With wing spans as wide as 9 feet, the California Condor has not soared in our region for decades since most died from lead poisoning and poaching. For nearly ten years the Oregon Zoo and U.S. Fish and Wildlife experts have worked to bring back this ancient creature. Hear about this history and restoration effort from Dr. David Shepherdson who is credited with the program’s success. Suggested donation $3.00.  Tualatin Heritage Center is located at 8700 SW Sweek Drive in Tualatin. Parking is at the adjacent police station.

Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, Fort Clatsop is pleased to announce the next In Their Footsteps free speaker series event. This program is Lost in the Fog, November 7, 1805 by Roger Wendlick. This is scheduled for Sunday, October 19, at 1:00 p.m.



 Mr. Wendlick will present an enlightening program about the Corps of Discovery's November 1805 arrival near the Columbia River Estuary. His talk will correct errors of Lewis and Clark Expedition history commonly taught in schools and published in books. Come early and look at many copies of original maps of the lower Columbia River and learn the truth about "Ocian in View."

 Roger Wendlick spent decades acquiring the premier collection of literature related to the Lewis and Clark Expedition. His collection is now in the Lewis & Clark College Aubrey R. Watzek Library in Portland. Wendlick is a recipient of the National Daughters of the American Revolution Award for Preservation of History and is a past board member of the Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation. He is an internationally recognized historian who continues to study and write about aspects of the expedition with a particular focus on civilian interpreter George Drouillard. Wendlick is a delightful and knowledgeable storyteller.

This monthly Sunday forum is sponsored by the Lewis & Clark National Park Association and the park. These programs are held in the Netul River Room of Fort Clatsop’s visitor center and are free of charge.

For more information, call the park at (503) 861-2471.

Saturday September 6th, 9:00-9:30am. For a peaceful half an hour, the iconic Bridge of the Gods will be closed to motorized traffic, so pedestrians and bicycles can celebrate its breathtaking views. Explore what it's like to cross the bridge as a hiker on the PCT. Celebrate the bi-state connection of Gorge communities and economies. Learn about the efforts to make the bridge safer for pedestrians, bikes, and horses.

In the heart of the Columbia River Gorge, hub of world-class bicycle, hiking, and historic trails, the Bridge of the Gods sits at the convergence of The Columbia River Historic Highway, three National Historic Trails, and the Pacific Crest Trail. The Bridge is a beautiful asset to residents and visitors alike. At the same time, it has been referred to by many long-distance hikers and equestrians as the most treacherous part of the Pacific Crest Trail. Despite the fact that pedestrians, horses, bicyclists, and even casual tourists are permitted on the bridge, there’s no shoulder-the narrow lanes must be shared with constant two-way traffic.

The addition of a non-motorized pathway across the Bridge would radically transform the experience of countless cyclists, commuters, history buffs, photographers, students, families, and sight-seers. We now have an opportunity to take first steps towards this vision. We are working towards raising $18,000 for an engineering cost analysis. After contributions from four organizations, we have $5,000 left to go! During this event, consider contributing an optional "bridge toll" toward long term safety for non-motorized users.

Please, no pets. Use extreme caution with children. Meet at the Bridge of the Gods PCT trailhead area, near the tollbooth. Park in the Marine Park or downtown Cascade Locks. Following the bridge walk, enjoy the PCT Days festival that's ongoing at the Marine Park!

Contact Dana Hendricks of the Pacific Crest Trail Association: dhendricks@pcta.org; 541-844-9133

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Come join us for a rare opportunity to step foot on the same beach William Clark and others camped on while Lewis was selecting the future site of their winter quarters at Ft. Clatsop. This is an exciting chance to visit Tongue Point, or “Point William”, as the expedition called it, which is on federally secured land and is not open to the public. Captain Bruce Jones, recently retired Coast Guard commander of sector Astoria will meet us at the security gate at Tongue Pt. where he, Tom Wilson, Mark Johnson and others will share the research that they and others have done. We will discuss the amazing history of Tongue Point beginning with native American history, its Ft. George connection, and its current use. We will also discuss our chapter's plans for new historical interpretation.

We will walk the beach and quite possibly see the same “butifull pebble of various Colours” that Clark described in his journals.

Feel free to come earlier to the Astoria area and explore on your own the many historical opportunities it has to offer, as well as SHOPPING!

For the Explore More event:

• Meet at 1:30 pm at the security gate leading into the Tongue Point Job Corps (turn just east of the Crest Motel, a bit east of Astoria)
  
• Bring sturdy shoes, we will walk on uneven terrain.
  
• Expect to be out in the weather for 2 hours.

Please RSVP Tom Wilson, 503-325-6284 (wilson206@charter.net) if you are planning to attend, he needs to give numbers in advance to Capt. Jones to allow for security planning.

Note — Board members will also have a meeting at Ft. Clatsop at 11:00am the same morning.

See the Columbia River as Lewis and Clark saw it. Margaret Miller and I will lead our annual Lewis and Clark paddle trip on Saturday, June 28th, and we would like you to join us.

We will be paddling the same route as in years past, following the incoming tide

Columbia River & Sloughs, from Skamokawa to Cathlamet

We’ll paddle past two Wahkiakum Villages and note where Lewis and Clark did some trading.

If you are interested, please contact one of us to RSVP no later than Tues. June. 24th.

Margaret
360-423-4760
margaretmiller.mm@gmail.com

Mark
503-805-6691
markbarb2@comcast.net

Paddlers will need to pack a lunch, water, and sunscreen. And, of course, you must wear a PFD (personal floatation device).
You will also need to bring:

• $1.00 launch fee to box at Skamokawa Vista Park.
  
• $2.00 take-out fee to be collected by Mark for Elochoman Slough Marina in Cathlamet.

Here is our time table:

• 9:30 AM - Meet Mark at the YMCA in Longview to caravan to Cathlamet
  
• 10:30 AM - Meet Margaret at Elochoman Marina in Cathlamet to drop extra vehicles, sign waivers, discuss float plan, then travel to Skamokawa
  
• 11:30 AM - Start paddling from Skamokawa
  
• 12:30 PM - Lunch at Hornstra Beach
  
• about 2 PM - Arrive Elochoman Slough Marina

Refreshments and social time at Margaret’s house following paddle trip.

Note that we are not supplying boats so you must bring your own boat (canoe or kayak).
If you do not have a boat, you may be able to rent one at one of Alder Creek's locations (http://aldercreek.com).
If you are planning to rent a boat, please arrange it in advance, and be sure you can transport it.

Lewis & Clark inspired film + Q/A with director Justin Schwartz

Come see the Lewis and Clark themed, Oregon-filmed movie, "The Discoverers" starring Oscar and Emmy nominee Griffin Dunne at the Regal Fox Tower in downtown Portland on June 20. Meet writer/director Justin Schwarz and producer Laura Kleger for a Q&A opening night after the 7pm show.

The New York Times named The Discoverers a Critics’ Pick and the Journal of Early America's called it, "Witty and warm... where Little Miss Sunshine meets the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial." The Village Voice praised the "gorgeous" Pacific Northwest cinematography and Vanity Fair dubbed the award-winning film, “smart, canny, and sweet… full of grace notes and small surprises.”

Tickets & trailer: discoverersmovie.com

The Discoverers is a bittersweet comedy about a family forced on a Lewis and Clark historical reenactment trek who discover themselves and each other as they make their own passage across America.

Learn more:

discoverersmovie.com
facebook.com/TheDiscoverersMovie
twitter.com/TheDiscoverers
instagram.com/TheDiscoverersMovie

THE DISCOVERERS (NYT CRITICS PICK) IS NOW PLAYING IN THEATERS

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of "Chief" Snider. A Celebration of Life memorial will be held this Sunday, Dec. 15, at Alder Creek Middle School in Milwaukie. The program will begin at 2:30 p.m. The address is 13801 SE Webster Road, Milwaukie, OR 97267, just off Hwy. 224, (Milwaukie Expressway), and 1/2 mile west of Hwy. 205. [map]

All Tribal members are encouraged to bring drums.

Parking is a premium so arrive early. The family welcomes anyone who would like to join in remembering Chief.

Susan Glen, US Coast Guard Air Station and Group Astoria – 1:00 pm; Visitor Center Netul River Room

Albert Furtwangler, Reading the West—and Surviving There: Explorers, Traders, and Missionaries at the Mouth of the Columbia, 1:00 pm; Visitor Center Netul River Room