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Mixed Intuitions
American high-altitude alpinist Heidi Howkins will present "Mixed Intuitions," a slide
\ on show covering her recent climbs, including an attempt of K-2 in 1998 and her successful
”\ A summit of Gasherbrum II in 1997. Heidi is one of only a handful of women in the world
who is currently climbing 8,000-meter peaks without high-altitude porters or supple
mentary oxygen. She hos also launched "The SupPorters Project," to solicit contributions
and financial support for the local porters hired by expeditions. Her goal with the project
is to enable expeditions to provide the porters with adequate equipment. The slide show
is sponsored by McKenzie Outfitters and Mountain Hardwear, manufacturer of the
mountaineering tents, sleeping bags and clothing which Heidi uses when climbing.
Thursday, 7:30 pm: 100 Willamette Hall
O.F Kayak Feel Sessions
Tired of schlepping your gear to the pool sessions at Echo Hollow? The Outdoor
Program, with the help of Oregon River Sports, has reserved pool space at Gerlinger Pool
on the U of 0 Campus for five skill builder sessions. An O.P. staffer will be on hand to
offer informal tips, but instruction is not provided. Hone those skills and let's get
on the river! Small pool means space will fill fast.
Reserve your spot by pre-paying at the O.P. Office. Discount for pre
paying for all five sessions!
Pool Session: $3 UO students and O.P. Co-op members
$5 General Admission
O.P. Kayak Rental $3 (first come basis)
January 19, 26, February 2, 9,16 Call for details
Avalanche Awareness Clinic
Avalanches are a serious hazard for winter backcountry travelers.
Skiers and climbers literally can trigger their own destiny by venturing onto
7A unstable slopes. Attending this evening clinic by avalanche expert Jim
Blnachard, Director of the UO Outdoor Pursuits Program, will raise your
awareness and understanding of avalanche hazards. The slide
show presentation will include a discussion of avalanche types, hazard
estimation, route selection, rescue techniques and equipment. Free!
Thursday, 7:30 pm: 100 Willamette Hall
intretiucticm to GFS
The Global Positioning System (GPS), can be a useful navigation and safety tool for
7$ backcountry travelers. This workshop will cover the basics of how these units work,
identify the conditions they are and are not useful in, and how to use GPS with maps and
charts for navigation. While the clinic will feature the Garmin GPS system, the
information is easily transferred to other makes. Garmin GPS units are available for
check-out through the Allard and Casey Memorial Safety Library. See the facing page
for more information on the library. Free!
Thursday, 7:30 pm: EMU Outdoor Program Room
Arctic Kayak Expedition
Vdo On July 4th, 1998, Jason and Ryan Tinsley left civilization behind, cutting themselves
off from outside communication and support, and entered a world where success is based
on the ability to adapt to any situation. In one of the most dramatic North American
expeditions accomplished in years, Ryan and Jason faced Arctic wilderness situations,
starvation, solitude, fatigue, and bears! Join them for a slide show and lecture
documenting their journey as they navigated flatwater, whitewater, the ocean and a 200
mile upstream drag and portage. Free!
Thursday, 7:30 pm: 100 Willamette Hall
Forest Service Trailheati Fees
Debate
. Lost year, the Willamette National Forest, along with several other forests, abruptly
V introduced a new revenue program colled Adventure Pass or Troilheod Fee Program. This
\ 0 program is a test program authorized by Congress with possible permanent implemen
tation on the horizon. The difficult issue of the merit of the fee has sharply polarized the
self-propelled outdoor recreation community. Andy Stahl of AFSEE and Scott Silver from
Wild Wilderness are both articulate and passionate advocates for each side of the issue
and have agreed to a public debate to present their arguments. This event promises to
be a very lively, interesting and in depth discussion on (railhead fees. Free!
Wednesday, 7:30 pm: 100 Willamette Hall
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0.3R Trip Initiators Clinic
The most exciting element of Outdoor Program cooperative trips is the opportunity for
anyone to shape their own outdoor adventure. No specialized skills ore required, just a
desire to participate and get the trip process rolling. This event will cover the basic steps
of initiating a common adventure trip as well as outlining the economic and spiritual
benefits of being a trip volunteer, such as free equipment rental, leadership training, and
opportunity for personal growth, and more. Free!
Thursday, 7:30 pm: EMU Outdoor Program
0.£ Raft Trip Initiator’s Clinic
Really!? Access to all that boating and transportation equipment to do river trips when and
where I want!? Yep! Become an OP raft trip initiator: it's easy! The first night covers OP
philosophy, liability, trip planning, and procedures. Saturday well go over equipment, barn,
vehicles, safety and more, then do a short fun river trip on the McKenzie. Attendance at both
sessions is required to become an initiator. If you can't go boating on Saturday, you
can still come for the morning Barn session. Cost: $12 for river trip.
Thursday, 7:30 pm: EMU Outdoor Program
Saturday, 9:00 am: The Barn
First Descent of Borneo's
Livnbang Bluer
Borneo, the world's third largest island, holds the oldest rain forest on earth and is
home to a vast diversity of plants and animals. It is also a land of great confrontation
where some of the world's last nomadic people strain for existence against encroaching
natural resource extraction. In an effort to explore what may be the last remaining
pristine river in Borneo, Sprague Ackley and Eric Volk set out in October, 1997 to kayak
the Limbang River, from its source near the Molaysian/lndonesian border to the South
Chino Sea. Come join Eric and Sprague as they take you down the river in slides and
stories. Free!
Thursday, 7:30 pm: 100 Willamette Hall
Outtiaar Stare Garage Sale
Returns, discontinued items, excess inventory, used rental gear and other deals will
be flying at this unique gathering of Eugene's most popular outdoor gear stores! These
folks are here to get rid of stock at bargain prices. This exciting event provides a great
compliment to our traditional, private sellers Equipment Swap.Cnn yrrlhtfr1 Free.
Tuesday 7:30 pm: EMU Ballroom
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