Central Oregon Bitterbrush Broads • Entered by Rynda Clark on April 1, 2023
Chimney Rock Hike, Oregon
March 15, 2023
Participants and Hours
| Pre Planning hours | 3 |
| Post Admin hours | 2 |
| Activity Hours | 6 |
| Participants | 8 |
| Total Hours | 53 |
Key Issue: Climate Change
Activity Type: Education & Outreach (tabling, films & lectures, regional B-walks/works)
Key Partners: Bitterbrush Broads
Landscape/area: Chimney Rock National Monument (4726 acres)
Measurable Outcomes
Outcome 1: Event Attendees (8 people)
Outcome 2: Hiked (4 miles)
Short Description of Activity
Come see stunning views high above the Crooked River, possible early flowers and interesting geology. Easy, about 3 miles, 600’ gain/loss. If still icy/snowy, be sure to bring your poles and spikes. Tie in Oregon, especially Crook Co., mega drought, fish habitat and declining water levels in, and overuse of, the Crooked River.
Reflection/Evaluation
Tie in Oregon, especially Crook Co., mega drought, fish habitat and declining water levels in, and overuse of, the Crooked River.
Photos/Uploads
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Photo Captions
1. Chimney Rock – It’s not cold when you are climbing uphill
2. Oregon beauty
3. Spring comes again