[NFBWATLK] [NFBSea] Greater Seattle Chapter Hike Next Weekend (Sunday June 9)

[Jim Portillo]

I hope this doesn’t seem like a silly or overly-logical piece of advice.  I would just suggest that when we do this hike, let’s all make sure and have a good, solid cane we can use with ease.  For example, I don’t think I’d use a telescopic cane simply because it might telescope on you at the strangest times if you’re not careful.  We don’t know how smooth or rough this trail is going to be, so those of us who use canes want to make sure we’re using them properly so as to detect the obstacles we might encounter.
Jim


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> On Jun 2, 2019, at 12:52 PM, Michael Forzano via NFBSea <nfbsea at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi All,
> 
> Next Sunday the Greater Seattle Chapter will be taking the Metro Trailhead direct bus to the East Sunset Way trailhead to hike the Tradition Lake Loop Trail.
> 
> When: Sunday June 9, 2019
> Time: 11:00A-5:00P
> Meeting location: Mount Baker Transit Center Bay 2. We will be taking the 11:11AM trailhead direct Mount Baker TC to Issaquah Alps route to the East Sunset Way Trailhead (the ride is about 50 minutes).
> Hike location: Tradition Lake Loop Trail (https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/tradition-lake-loop-trail--2)
> 
> This is a 3.7 mile hike rated as easy by AllTrails. Based on the reviews, the trails are well maintained and there is very little elevation change.
> 
> We plan to return to Seattle at around 5PM, but this will depend  on how long the hike takes us. The trailhead direct bus back to Mount Baker transit center runs every half hour in the afternoon.
> 
> Please note that this is an adventure in nature so dress appropriately and bring snacks and water.  Below is a list of recommended items.
> Hiking shoes or lightweight boots
> Hiking poles
> Water
> Sunglasses and a hat that covers the ears and shades the face
> Light colored clothing to reflect heat
> Sunscreen
> Snacks such as trail mix, cheese and crackers, baby carrots, chocolate, portable high protein foods
> A small day pack should suffice for carrying things you will need
> 
> Please RSVP to me by email at michaeldforzano at gmail.com or by text at (914) 806-7579 if you plan on joining us.
> 
> Hope to see you there, and feel free to contact me with any questions.
> 
> Mike Forzano, Greater Seattle Chapter President
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