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About The Blue Mountain eagle. (John Day, Or.) 1972-current | View Entire Issue (July 27, 2016)
C10 Journey Blue Mountain Eagle Wednesday, July 27, 2016 A HIKE TO ALDRICH PONDS YIELDS FISHING OPPORTUNITIES By Angel Carpenter Blue Mountain Eagle f a fi shing adventure is on the list, a four- wheel-drive trip to Aldrich Ponds may hit the spot. The ponds are located on the Phillip W. Schneider Wildlife Management Area, east of Dayville. With hike-in access only, not too many anglers take this off-the-beaten-path trail. The hike to the first pond is 1.3 miles, with less than a half-mile more to the sec- ond pond. I The road to the trailhead is located 4-5 miles east of Dayville off Highway 26. The ponds are stocked each spring with 750 fingerling rainbow trout. Aldrich Ponds are managed for trophy trout and are very popular with anglers because the fingerlings grow rapidly, of- ten producing trout over 20 incheslong. The bag limit is two trout a day. Scenery along the hike and at the ponds includes Ponderosa pine and west- ern larch, along with other native trees for a serene, yet rugged, journey. How to get there: Grubsteak Mining Co. To reach the trailhead, travel 4-5 miles east of Dayville on Highway 26, turn south onto Flat Creek Road, between mileposts 136 and 137. There is no sign at the Flat Creek Road turnoff; however, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife plans to post signs in the near future. On Flat Creek Road, travel 3 1/2 to 4 miles, on the gravel road, to the trailhead. Two small creeks cross the road, and four-wheel drive is recommended. Thunderstorm activity can make travel diffi cult, if not impossible, so check the forecast. A Wildlife Management Area permit is required for parking. Restaurant & Lounge Open 7 days a week 11 am - 9 pm Lounge & Lottery Contributed photo Great Burgers & Steaks! MOBILE GLASS OF OREGON, INC. Take-out • Lunch • Dinner Aldrich Pond is seen on a sunny day. With hike-in access only, not too many anglers take this off-the-beaten-path trail. SHATTERED GLASS? We’ll fix it in no time. Rock Chip Repair • Autoglass Replacement 149 E Main St., John Day 541-575-1970 A U T O M O T I H V E & T FREE ar BEHIND EVERY PROJECT IS A INSURANCE CLAIMS ACCEPTED CCB#175517 27825 Wilderness Rd., John Day 541-575-1055 Looking for fresh, flavorful dishes for BREAKFAST, LUNCH or DINNER? Y o u r Come see what the Squeeze In has to offer. Supply Store ve • Hunting We ha ies! • Fishing pl V Sup R • Camping • RV supplies We have everything you need to prepare for your summer journey! Great Food • Outstanding Service Dining on the Deck • Gluten - free Options Beer & Wine Available Squeeze In Restaurant Downtown John Day • 541-575-0632 • Open 7 days a week Norco can provide you or your loved one with the equipment needed to remain safe and comfortable at home, whether it be oxygen, bathroom safety supplies, walkers, hospital beds or something else. We provide in-home delivery and pick-up for qualifying equipment. Mon-Sat 6:30am-8pm • Sun 6:30am-7pm 423 Main St., John Day • 541-575-1045 Life Without Boundaries 437 W. Main • John Day 541-575-0372 HOSPITAL & HOMECARE MEDICAL SUPPLIES • Medical Oxygen • Blood Pressure Monitors • Diabetic Supplies • Hospital Beds • Incontinence Products • Infant Monitoring & Phototherapy • Lift Chairs • Orthopedic Supplies & Braces • Personal Care Products • Therapeutic Support Surfaces • Walking Aids • Wheelchairs & Scooters r C Loane ible ct Dedu nce ta Assis ble Availa Towing & Precision Auto Body Repair FREE ESTIMATES • COLLISION REPAIR • AUTO GLASS George Hamsher, Manager 200 E Main, John Day • 541-575-0358 • 541-575-0359 Cell 541-792-0366 • tandhautomotive@ymail.com
