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Wednesday, May 1, 2019 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon 11 Popular trail writer to make Sisters encore By Craig F. Eisenbeis Correspondent Popular trail writer William L. <Bill= Sullivan will be speaking at The Bjarne Holm Speaker Series, which is sponsored by the Sisters Trails Alliance (STA). His appearance will mark the series9 first-ever <encore= performance. Perhaps the Northwest9s best-known trail writer, Sullivan will be speaking in Sisters next week. His appearance last year was so well received that he was asked to return for yet another trail update; and, with all the local changes tak- ing place, an update is defi- nitely in order. For many years, Sullivan has been a principal source for trail and hiking informa- tion in our area. He is the author of 22 books, includ- ing the updated <100 Hikes= series. His <100 Hikes in the Central Oregon Cascades= is considered by many to be the hiking bible for Sisters Country, and it has been fully updated for this year. His presentation will highlight recent changes and additions to local hik- ing options, as well as antici- pated restrictions to wilder- ness hiking opportunities due to be implemented next year. The program will include a slide show featuring the exceptional photography for which his presentations have become known. The event is being co-sponsored by Paulina Springs Books. Over the last five years, STA has sponsored a series of public talks focused on local outdoor recreation and natural-resource issues. The Bjarne Holm Speaker Series was launched by the late Bjarne Holm, for whom STA named the series in 2016. Since its inception, the purpose of STA9s series has been to enhance outdoor public recreation opportuni- ties in the Sisters area and to educate the public about the natural world. Regarding the upcoming event, Catherine Hayden, STA9s current board chair, said, <It9s such a treat to have Bill return to the speaker series. His presentations are wonderful, and I look for- ward to hearing this one.= Very familiar with the Sisters area, Sullivan has hiked Sisters Country since the early 1960s, as well as cross-country skied the area in winter. He has made it a point to personally hike every trail, so his writing relies on his personal experience. Further, he updates the book every year and rehikes the trails on a regular basis. Many of Sullivan9s fans no doubt envy his job, but it9s not always what it seems. <Hiking for a living is a tougher job than most people imagine,= he says. <Actually, it wouldn9t be that hard if I just published a book and walked away without look- ing back. Some authors do that. But I print updated ver- sions of my Central Oregon guidebook every single year. I even offer a free book to anyone who finds a correc- tion I haven9t yet posted on my website9s 8Trail Updates9 page at www.oregonhiking. com.= His newest Central Oregon update brought with Dr. Thomas R. 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Nineteen of the most heavily used paths are likely to be impacted by lim- ited-entry permits in 2020.= Still, he thought those challenges brought with them some new opportunities. <I set out to look for new trails 4 or overlooked trails 4 that did not burn and are not plagued with overcrowd- ing. And guess what? I found some terrific gems not far from Sisters. In sharing what I9ve found, my goal is to entice people to explore some new places. The best way to walk lightly on the land is to leave the crowds behind. Let me help you find some new hikes in the Central Oregon Cascades!= Donna Timmerman, a for- mer STA Board member and current Bjarne Holm Speaker Series Committee member, said, <I have attended four of Bill9s presentations and always enjoy his insights and updated trail information. He9s an excellent speaker and makes his already interesting topics more personalized. He gives you the low-down on current maintenance of the trails systems so you can plan your hikes better, too. We9re very fortunate to have him present his Central Oregon slide show here in Sisters.= Sue Tank is the manager of Paulina Springs Books and is quite pleased to be co-host- ing Sullivan9s upcoming visit. <His talks are something we look forward to,= she said. <We really like Bill and are looking forward to his talk and slide show presentation. He will talk about new hikes in the area, and that will be reflected in this new updated edition of 100 Hikes in the Central Oregon Cascades.= Through sponsorship of these free public presenta- tions, STA is working to pro- mote outdoor public recre- ation and education in Sisters Country. This next event will be held on Thursday, May 9, in the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire Station Community Hall in downtown Sisters at 301 S. Elm St. Doors will open at 6 p.m., and the for- mal program will begin at 7 p.m. The program is free and open to the public. Snacks and refreshments will be pro- vided. Donations to help off- set expenses are appreciated; PHOTO PROVIDED Bill Sullivan will be speaking next week in Sisters. a $5 amount is suggested. Donors will be eligible to win raffle prizes donated by REI. Sullivan9s featured books will also be available at a 10 percent discounted price, and there will be a drawing for a free book. For information about STA or performing volun- teer work on trails or other outdoor-related projects, contact the organization at 541-719-8822. Additional information can also be found on their website at https://sisterstrails.org or follow STA on Facebook at Sisters Trails Alliance. Holistic Mental Health Solutions Medication Management Counseling • Functional Medicine Audry Van Houweling PMHNP-BC Now Accepting Insurance 541-595-8337 • www.shesoarspsych.com 102 E. Main Ave., Downtown Sisters