Hi Tweets,
There is still room available for the upcoming SAS overnight backpacking
field trip to Umtanum Creek.
Here is the description:

Saturday-Sunday, June 4-5, 2011 - Limit 6
*Backpacking Umtanum Creek
Leaders: Tiffany and Tor Linbo and Mark Wolff
10:00 AM Ravenna P&R or 1:00PM at Umtanum Creek trailhead *
An overnight backpacking trip to take an in depth look at the ecology of
one of Eastern Washington's rich bird and wildlife areas. We'll likely
see big horned sheep, rattlesnakes, Lazuli Bunting, wildflowers, and
Lewis' Woodpecker amongst many others. Strong hiking or backpacking
experience required. Be prepared to hike 6 miles (round trip) carrying
your full camping gear, binoculars, food (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and
snacks), water, and personal items. Trail includes a couple of shallow
stream crossings. Up to an additional 6 miles will be hiked during the
day without the camping gear. There are no bathroom facilities so
cathole methods apply on the trail. Gear checklist and further trip
details will be provided after registering. Return Sunday evening.
Carpool cost: $55 (from Seattle), shared equally by riders. America the
Beautiful pass or fee required to park at trailhead.

If you are interesting in learning more, here is an account of my last
backpacking trip to the canyon:
http://nwbirding.com/Trips/UmtanumCreek10.html

To sign up, call the SAS office: 206-523-4483, Monday through Saturday,
10:00AM-5:00PM.

Feel free to contact me with any further questions.

Tiffany Linbo
Mountlake Terrace, WA