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Historic Lolo Trail Corridor &

Bicentennial Lewis & Clark Trail

Trip Dates:  Tuesday, August 24 & Wednesday, August 25

The Lolo Trail corridor holds a wealth of treasures.  It was the site of many historical events and carries the memories of hundreds of years of American Indian use.  Two National Historic Trails -- the Nez Perce and the Lewis and Clark -- stretch the full length of the Lolo Trail, which is also a National Historic Landmark.  The McCall Hiking Club has permits for 35 people.  RSVP!

Below is what you need to do:

l) Contact Susan Waters (634-2371) to confirm your participation.  We are limited to 8 vehicles.  You must have an access number for your car. Fill your vehicle with passengers. Deliver coolers, tents and gear to the Gorsline’s for transport in their pick up truck. (634-1793 … 945 Lick Ck.)

2) Pay the driver $10 each way.

3) Sign the ‘Hold Harmless Agreement’ (it's in your August newsletter) and give to Susan Waters at Powell Campground.

4) 

Day 1:

August 24. 3 l/2 hour drive from McCall (map on back.) 

A 30 min. video “On Sacred Ground” plays at the Lolo Pass Info Center . See it and meet at Lochsa Lodge at l:00pm to travel # 569 Parachute Hill Road to Lolo Motorway.  Hike 6 miles into Lost Lakes . 220 foot elevation gain, 820 loss.  Return on #566 Doe Creek Road to Lochsa Lodge.   OR meet at Lochsa Lodge at 2:00pm and hike trail #368 out of Powell Ranger Station along White Sand Creek, 6 miles, 300 feet elevation gain.

Dinner at the Lodge.

Day 2:

August 25. After breakfast meet at 9am to caravan to Hike #25, the Indian Grave & Smoking Place. Lunch at Cedar Grove. Camp at Lolo Campground. There might be a small fee, no reservations necessary.

There is no water so bring plenty.

Day 3: 

August 26. Complete the rest of the 199 mile drive and exit at Kamiah.

Remember to bring:  

Ice chest, food, drinking water, pots, pans, eating utensils, cookstove, fuel, matches, first aid kit, insect repellent, sunscreen, lantern, flashlight, tent, sleeping bag, warm clothing, rain gear, binoculars, camera, toilet articles, spare car tire in good condition, extra gasoline if necessary, etc.  We can share some items.  Not everyone needs everything.

Reservations:  

Lochsa Lodge, cabins and motel rooms.  208-942-3405.  Powell Campground, $8.15 & $24.00 for hook-ups.  www.reserveusa.com, 877-444-6777, or 208-942-3120.  Club will make reservations at Lolo campground.

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