Name: Finn Rock Reach with MRT
Start: 2021-10-18T00:00:00-07:00
End: 2021-10-18T23:59:59-07:00

Past Activity

Finn Rock Reach with MRT

Start date: 10/18/2021
Start time: 12:00 AM
End date: 10/18/2021
End time: 11:59 PM

Description:

McKenzie River Trust (MRT) representatives will join us as we explore work that has been conducted at Finn Rock Reach. The 278-acre property which was acquired by MRT in 2015 features 2 miles of McKenzie River front property with channels, ponds, and wetlands ideal for area habitat. Fire activity in 2020 created an opportunity for enhancement of salmon and other fish habitat. We will wander the area viewing the improvements and tour the wetland area. We estimate returning to the Eugene/Springfield area by 2-3 PM

Due to the recent work in the area, trails may be rough and uneven, so hiking poles are advised.

Obsidian COVID-19 protocols will be followed. Those carpooling masks will be required, and participants should be vaccinated.

Event Leader: Dave Predeek
Event Leader Phone: 15413455531
Event Leader Email: dpredeek@msn.com
Assistant Leader: Kay Coots
Event category: Trips
Area Type: Mountain
Departure Location: Behind McDonalds, 57th and Main in Springfield
Rating: Moderate
Roundtrip total drive miles: 70
Season: 2021
Permits Required:
Event Status: Passed
Supplies and Equipment Required: Sturdy footwear, clothing appropriate for the weather, including rain gear. Bring water, and a snack/lunch to enjoy. Bring a face mask to wear as needed for Obsidian protocols (please review).
participant prerequisites:
Conditions:
Total Distance: 3
Member Fees: 1
Elevation Gain: 50
Non-Member Fees: 5
Committee: Trips
Junior member fees: —

Trip Report

Eight Obsidians had the opportunity to visit phase 1 of restoration project work completed at McKenzie River Trusts (MRT) Finn Rock Reach. MRT Executive Director, Joe Moll, lead the group through the project area which had been ravaged by the Holiday fire just 13 months earlier. Project goals include increasing wetland areas, slow and spread water across the floodplain, improve juvenile Spring Chinook Salmon habitat and increase nesting habitat for Western Pond Turtles. The group enjoyed good fall weather as we walked the project area and learned about the project and impacts of the Holiday Farm Fire on the area.