Eco Adventure: Discover Oregon’s Oldest Tree

Difficulty

Easy

Comfort

Basic

Weight limit

Embark on an unforgettable adventure to witness the majesty of Oregon’s oldest tree, estimated to be between 2,000 and 3,000 years old! This ancient giant has weathered the wild, rugged mountains of Eastern Oregon for millennia, and now it’s your turn to experience its timeless beauty.

The trip includes all meals, cook shelter and sleeping tents. On the first day we will meet at the trail head at 8 am for a 4- hour hike or ride along a beautiful river to the camp site. Once we set the camp up, we will explore local wildlife and plants as well as discuss the geology of the area. Next morning we will spend all day hiking and exploring our way across mountain terrain, snow fields and creeks to the tree location. The third day will be spent riding or hiking to mountain passes and as another day of exploring. And on the final fouth day we will ride back to the trailhead, arriving at about 1 pm.

SHIRLEY C. is the provider and guide of this trip

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The provider speaks: English

Barry and I train and give Horsemanship Clinics so we have a very high standard for the horses we use in our tours.

Tour highlights

Witness the Majesty of Oregon’s Oldest Tree

The tree is estimated to be between 2,000 and 3,000 years old! Now it’s your turn to experience its timeless beauty

Discover Picturesque Landscapes

Enjoy stunning views of the local wilderness- rugged mountains, crystal clear rivers and creeks, endless snow fields are all waiting for you

Explore Local Wildlife and Plants

Learn about history and geology of the area while hiking or riding atop your beautiful horses

Route details

We will gather at the trailhead at 8 am to embark on a 4-hour hike or horseback ride alongside a picturesque river to reach the campsite.

Once we establish our camp, we will delve into the local flora and fauna, while also discussing the peculiarities of the region's geology. During the route riders will stop at various lakes for lunch, swimming or fishing.

Difficulty

Easy

Minimal physical activity. Suitable for everyone regardless of fitness and age

Tour provider's comments

The trip can be tailored for all abilities (beginners/ intermediate riders/ experienced riders). The only limiting factor is age and physical condition.

Horse Breed: Lusitono, Spanish Mustang and Morgan horses

Tack Type: Western

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic

Tent

3 nights

Accommodation during the trip includes tents with cots and cook.

We also provide:

meals;
food and cook;
wall tent (cook tent);
wood stove;
propane cook stove/ propane;
dome tents (min of 2/ tent);
lantern;
tables;
camp chairs;
saw and axe.

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place

Oregon, Multnomah County, Portland International Airport

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Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route

You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on

the forecasts for this season
the statistics from previous years’ trips

Tour conditions

Included

4 riding days;
3 nights accommodation (tents with cots);
meals;
food and cook;
professional guides;
well-trained horses (horses stay at camp for day ride use);
wrangler;
tack;
wall tent (cook tent);
wood stove;
propane cook stove/ propane;
dome tents (min of 2/ tent);
lantern;
tables;
camp chairs;
saw and axe.

Extras

international flights to and from the US;
transfer to and from airport;
travel insurance (we encourage clients to obtain relevant travel insurance before visiting the US);
tips, personal expenses and gratuities;
lodging pre and post trip;
sleeping bags;
pads;
personal items.

Group size

up to 7 tourists

Duration

4 days

3 nights

It's important to know

CLOTHING:

- 1 pair of pants or jeans;

- 1 pair of shorts and or swimsuit;

- 1 heavy coat;

- 1 pair hiking boots, well broke- in;

- 1 pair camp shoes (loafers or sneakers);

- 3-4 T-shirts;

- 6 pair of socks;

- 1 pair gloves;

- rain gear;

- cap or hat;

- long underwear.

TOILETRIES:

- hand soap, shampoo;

- toothbrush, toothpaste;

- toilet paper/ wet wipes;

- prescription medications;

- small first aid kit;

- sunscreen.

OTHER:

- sleeping bag;

- pillow;

- pad;

- camera;

- water bottle;

- binoculars for wildlife viewing;

- day pack;

- headlamp or flashlight;

- mosquito repellant.

HOW TO PACK:

All gear is packed in on mules or horses and we appreciate it if you make an effort to pack light. Suggested weight allowed for each camper is 27 kg. This helps us plan how many pack animals to bring for each trip. If you are bringing more than 27 kg per person we will have to bring extra pack animals and there may be an additional charge.

We limit loads for our pack animals to 54 kg or 27 kg/side. If you have a lot of gear, we suggest you consider packing your loose items in Rubbermaid 14 or 18 gallon totes. Totes are weatherproof, flexible enough to tie on a pack animal easily and are good in your camp to use for tables and to set things on.

Soft items should be in duffle bags.

You might consider a small backpack for lunch and water. We also suggest you tie an extra coat and rain gear on the back of your saddle.

Plan to meet us at the Two Pan trailhead at 10 a.m. unless other arrangements have been made. The Base Camp is approximately a 3 ½ hour ride from the trail head.

There is a spring near the camp but you may consider bringing a filtering device.

Reviews

5.0

Based on 1 review

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Melanie

19 Jul, 2023

about tour

I had a fabulous time. I loved the horses…how happy and well treated they are, Jordan is a great guide, the accommodations were comfy, scenery spectacular of course. I hope to come again next year. I’ll get back in touch with you about possibilities of a trip. I would do my own food this time, try to get together a small group. Meanwhile, thanks a bunch. You’re all doing a grrrreat job.

19 Jul, 2023