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Vol. 14 No. 30 June· 2, 1977

Easf 30th Ave. Eugene, Oregon 97405

The TORCH

dims for
summer

by Michael Riley

It's hard to believe that nine months
ago tlie staff of the TORCH was
putting out its first paper of the school
year.
Not unlike an unborn child, this
weekly bundle of words has grown and
developed, giving news and entertainment to the students, faculty and staff
of LCC.
And what news!
From the possible return of the '' F''
grade to the KLCC firings, we made
attempts to keep on top of what was
going on and reported on the same. In
fact, when it came to giving students a
clear picture of the KLCC situation,
the TORCH published a special
supplement.
That's not all; we also informed you
about poisonous mushrooms and how
to conserve water. Have you ever
tried to interview a toilet? TORCH
staffers worked late hours to give their
readers material to line birdcages
with.
Those days are by the wayside now.
This is the last issue for the year. As a
member of the slightly demented
group behind this paper I find it hard
to say good-bye to friends and
companions on the staff. You see,
we're more than just a paper--we're a
family. The Waltons should be so
close.
Now that I have gotten all the
sentimental drivel out of my system,
its time to look at a number of things
that I failed to_write about over the last
year.
For starters, ~ave you ever noticed
the turnstiles in the cafeteria and
snack bar area? I hate to discuss my
personal life in the paper but those
devices are a hazard to my health!
The turnstiles operate in such a
manner as to regulate tlw people who
rush in and out of the food areas. Last
fall, the food services office informed
me of the amount of theft that goes on
downstairs and said that's why the
one-way devices are there. My
"difficulty" with the entryways seems
to be a rarity, according to many of the
people who frequent the aforementioned places. Still, boxers like
Muhammed Ali get penalized for
hitting below the belt, so why can't a
lousy turnstile get evicted for the same
crime?
Hang gliding was another event not
reported on. My life insurance agent
rolled on his office floor in la~ghter
when I asked if he'd cover me for a
one-shot flight. (I am now wiser, •
realizing that hang gliding requires
some education before you venture out·
into the wild blue).
Another disappointing failure of
mine was not interviewing Don
Bischoff of the Eugene RegisterGuard. I never got the chance before
last Tuesday and even though I had
discussed it with him earlier it had
slipped my mind. A fast call to the
Register-Guard office allowed me to
apologize to Bischoff. He informed
me it happens to him on occasion and
that it was- no problem. As far as
being classed as a story failure, he
laughed.
Now that I have apologized for my
faults and commented on the last year
continued on page 3 ,

Work-study gets extra $15,000

by Kathleen Monje

LCC's work-study students received
$15,000 worth of financial aid from the
college's Board of Education at an
occasionally stormy special meeting held
over the Memorial Day weekend.
Tempers flared from ume to time during
the meeting as all seven Board members,
the LCC administration and a small group
of work-study students discussed the May
20 lay-off of 345 students in the
Work-Study Program. The students lost
their jobs because the program ran out of
funds three weeks early.
Though some students were able to
continue working because the college's
various departments put them on their
payrolls, 225 were still unemployed at the
end of last week.
Dean of Students Jack Carter explained
to the Board that LCC's Financial Aid
office must overcommit its work-study

funds (which come partly from the federal
government and partly from the college
itself) in order to compensate for students
dropping out. If too many students drop
out and all the allotted money is not used,
the federal government penalizes the
college by giving less money the foliowing
year.
Playing this guessing game, LCC has
been successful 10 out of 11 years. Board
members expressed support for the
Financial Aid Office's success. Carter said
it came within $10,000 of meeting -its
commitment to students--but Board member Catherine Lauris said, ''Those students
who were shafted don't give a damn how
close it was.''
The unanimously approved and muchamended motion that gave the extra
$15,000 to the students was made by Board
member Larry Perry and seconded by
Lauris. Perry moved that "spring term
students to whom commitments were made

and not fulfilled be given the opportunity to
work the hours that they have expected to
work under the Work-Study Program, and
that up to $15,000 be transferrfd from the
contingency fund for this purpose."
Carter said Tuesday that students will be
able to be paid for as many hours "as they
would have worked had the whole incident
not ·happened.''
Lauris suggested that a special workstudy contingency fund be set up to avoid
future shortages, but no action was taken
at the Sunday meeting. The Board
concurred with member Richard Freeman,
who suggested that the college write a
letter to the U.S. Department of Health,
Education and Welfare asking for the
removal of penalties from federal grant
recipients.
"I think there's a failure on their part to
understand where those dollars came from
in the first place," commented Board
member Ed Cooper.

Pair takes landslide victory

by Linda Mooney

Tom Ruckman and John Miller were the
overwhelming winners in last week's
ASLCC elections for the presidential and
vice-presidential positions. They won by
more than a 6 to 1 margin over both of the
other team competitors.
The ballot totals were Ruckman/Miller-

However, the remammg four positons dent, attributed this lack of participation to
will be filled from a list of 39 other write-in (l) ASLCC' s lack of power and impact on
names. The 39 people, whose names have the students, and (2) the lack of other
been posted by ASLCC, are being asked to candidates to run for the other offices, for
come to the first ASLCC Senate meeting on generating interest in the election.
June 7 at 4 p.m. in the Board Room. At
that time it will be decided who will fill the
Miller and Tom Ruckman, president• elect, assert that this lack of power is
four senator-at-large seats.

ASLCC vice-president and president, John Miller and Tom Ruckman
190; Milliken/DiYanni-30; Ruiz/Walton32.
Also a part of the winning ASLCC ticket
were Mark McNutt, cultural director, and
Curtis Best, treasurer. Both ran unopposed.
The vote for the seven senators-at-large
was largely inconclusive. There were two
candidates, Al Bravo and Wendy Whitlock,
who were el_ected, plus one write-in
candidate, Gay Ian. Littlejohn, who also
won.

The turnout of students voting this year
was termed ''very poor'' by Marta
Casebeer, ASLCC vice-president. 264
people voted this year out of a student
population of approximately 10,000.
Unfortunately, this is considered relatively normal, Casebeer continued. Last
year, she said, 458 ballots were cast with
three polls open. Only one poll was open
this year.

c-aused by the administration. •"The
voluntary funding for ASLCC is the S_!lme
as no funding at all," Ruckman said. This
lack offunds leaves ASLCC with no power,
they continued.

Miller is optimistic, however, about the
outlook for student government next year.
He and Ruckman feel that the LCC Board
of Education is ''progressive in its outlook
and this outlook inspires confidence for
John Miller, newly elected vice-presi- next year's student government."

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A thank-you
by Kathleen Monje
In this last issue of the TORCH for
1976-77, I want to indulge myself by
saying a few things about the staff that
has put this paper together every
week.
The entire editorial, news, advertising and production staffs have been
s<:rious full-time students. They have
carried heavy academic loads and
maintained creditable grade averages
while working 10, 15 and 20 hoursoften even more-each week on the

newspaper. They have been phenomenally hardworking and loyal, above
and beyond any monetary compensation the TORCH is able to offer. Some
of their names do not appear even in
the small print in the masthead.
If this newspaper has been effective
during the past year, it is because of
the time and effort they have given. A
public acknowledgement of their work
is certainly due, along with an
expression of pride in their ability and
dedication.

Commentary

June 2, 1977

Letter to the Editor
To the Editor,
I would like to take this space to inform all
my friends that I have a boatbuilding job in
Westport, Washington and that I am sorry
I could not contact all of them in my haste
to leave. I thank all my friends for their
advice and encouragement during the
many months that I looked for a job in the
boatbuilding field.
I enjoy the job very much, building
fishing boats from 40 to 60 feet in length
with a lot of wood construction. I am
working in wood which makes me very
happy, and with a small shop such as this

(10 employees), I should move along and
learn very quickly. Soon I shall start
forming ideas for a boat of my own to sail in
Grays Harbour, at the mouth of which
Westport sits.

Again I thank everyone for their help and
encouragement. Without them I would
have remained in production of newspapers for the rest of my life.
John Brooks
c/o C. Doolittle
Star Route Box 673
Aberdeen, Washington 98520

Meditate the friendly skies of TM

by Michael Mooney

'

Reporter's Note: It has been eight
years since my initiation into Transcendental Meditation [TM] and three
years since leaving TM for another
path. I attended this presentation out
of a keen interest in what "New
Breakthrough,, into the demonstration
of "supernatural powers" TM now
had to offer after many years of official
silence on the subject of these
"powers" or "Siddhis.,,
For five years I had appreciated the
TM technique of growth into higher
consciousness, yet I had been somewhat disappointed in the actual fruits
beyond internal, subjective peace. I
sought a more direct path toward
expressing and manifesting the powers of the infinite inner potential of
consciousness. This TM presentation,
which took place May 26, at the
Eugene Hotel, promised to present the
fruits of this tree of TM, the roots of
which are said to be in the very
''ground of Being'' in ''God Consciousness. ''
The setting was the elegant King
Cole Room of the Eugene Hotel. The
time was 8 p.m., May 26, the greeters
and speakers were all formally dressed
in suits and ties and wearing radiant
(or at least, well-polished) smiles.
They were charging five dollars a head
(three for students) for their presentation of how the Transcendental
Meditation (TM) advanced course now
teaches meditators to levitate or fly to
become invisible, to sense beyond the
physical senses; in short to demonstrate the miracuJous powers of
"consciousness in the field of all
possibilities," (through meditation).
The speakers were a panel of the
Northwest Executive Governors of the
TM program's Age of Enlightenment.
The Governors were Joe Rept, Gary
Gill, Peter Lyda, and Henry Eckstein.
They explained that in the past year
and a few months the Maharishi, the
founder of TM, decided to introduce
TM teachers and all who would follow
to the legendary supernormal powers

of the yogic tradition as recorded in the
ancient Hindu scripture, "The Rig
Veda.''

One was left to wonder if video tapes
or live demonstrations of these powers
would not have been more convincing
"substantiation of the evidence." In
fact, th is reporter asked why no
demonstrations were offered the audience. The answer was that the
general public is not ·yet ready for the
shock of such a demonstration of the
potentials of the unlimited consciousness.

The speakers, in turn, told the story
of how they were Qiven certain
formulas or techniques from the "Rig
Veda" which would help them manifest specific "life supporting desires"
as they expressed the unlimited
potential of Transcendental Consciousness. For example, in meditation, the
slightest desire for an apple would
cause the meditator to experience the
image, the feel, the taste--even the
experience of satisfaction of eating an
apple. At first, they said, such
experiences were just internal experiences like those of one's vivid
imagination. Then, they were given
formulas and techniques for more
objective, externally observable demonstrations.
They were eventually able, they
said, to accomplish levitation, become
invisible, understand the cries of
animals, see, hear and, . in general,
perceive beyond all physical senses,
and enjoy the bliss of absolute freedom
in fulfillment of any and all "life
supporting desires. ,,
The speakers described scenes at
their training headquarters in rooms
carpeted with wall to wall foam rubber
in which meditators began lifting off
the floor and floating up and down.

Com~.:"rt,~oo~cH
Colleg'l I
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Editor
Associate.. Editor/
Production Manager
News Editor
Feature Editor

Cultural Editor
Photo Editor
Sports Editor
Advertising Manager
Circulation Manager

·,athleen Monje
Sally Oljar
Paul Yarnold
Michael Riley

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Jack Scott
Janice Brown

John Cecil

bouncing around the room with their
legs crossed in meditation.
Certain brain wave recordings (EEG
patterns) and other physiological data
recorded during these "Siddhi" experiences were cited to "substantiate
the evidence-.''

,Production
Photographer
Jeff Hayden
Ad Graphics
Dave Mackay
Bill Queener

'Linda Engrav
Marta Hogard
Teena Killian
Linda Mooney
Joy Rhoads
Tom Ruckman
Cathy Smith
Kristine Snipes

Member of Oregon Community College Newspaper Association and Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association.
The TORCH is published on Thursday's throughout the regular academic year.
Opinions expressed in the TORCH are not necessarily those of the college, the student body, all members of the TORCH
staff, or those of the editor.
Forums are intended to be a marketplace for free ideas and must be limited to 500 words. Letters to the editor are limited to•
250 words. Correspondence must be typed and signed by the author. Deadline for all submissions is Friday nc;>on .
'.The editor reserves the right to edit for matters of libel and ~ngth.
All correspondence should be typed or printed, double-spaced and signed by the writer.
Mail or bring all correspondence to: TORCH, Lane Community College, Room 206 Center Building, 4000 East 30th Avenue,
t:ugene, Oregon 9740S; Telephone, 747-4S0I, ext. 234.

The TM "age of enlightenment
program" is, however, ready to
introduce TM meditators, of at least
six months experience, to a special
course of training in these Siddhi

techniques. The handout literature
outlines a series of eight one-week
courses from $245 per course (including room and board at one of the TM
course centers).
One might consider flying lessons
for $1 ,960--without the expense of a
plane--as quite a bargain. Then again,
one is not guaranteed a refund if
she/he does not learn to fly (or become
invisible, or create banquets out of the
ether. or experience oneness with the
universe, or whatever).
TM will undoubtedly get their share
of business--in the commerce of those
who can afford it. Those who are not
investing so heavily in the financial
commerce of the new consciousness
will find other alternatives.
Further information about the Transcendental Meditation programs may
be obtained in Eugene from their
office at 170 E. 11th Ave., Suite 204;
Phone 343-8738.

Student Associates-there to help

by Diana Gatchell
New to campus? Feeling left out
because no one in your classes talks to you?
Can't quite decide on where to go from
here and you don't know which counselor
to go to? LCC may have just the kind of
help you need in their Student Service
Associates (SSA's).
The Associates are students themselves
of varying ages who went through an
intensive training program last summer in
order to provide a liaison between
counselors and students.
Steve Hanamura, LCC counselor and
advisor for the group, states they reach
students counselors may not reach.
'' Going to a counselor can be scary for
some students. I like teaming with an
Associate. It's creative. I can work with
students differently because the SSA's
provide me with insight and information
from the student perspective."
SSA Janie O'Brian has worked closely
with several of the counseling staff this
year. "It's a responsibility most people my
age don't get a chance to have. I find
students are more relaxed with me because
they're not afraid of my title. And I feel I
can make life easier for them sometimes by
just general rapping about school."
Working with individual counselors is
·only one aspect of the SSA's job. Assisting
a counselor in Human Relations and Career
Planning classes is another option. Clair
Lamata has worked in four classes this
year. '' Classes have been an intense
personal experience for me. I've had a
chance to see how others live and to help
by bringing my own perspective and
experience to the class.''
Lois Sanborn, another SSA, agrees, "I
feel I bring a number of experiences to the
classroom. I've worked here at Lane for
about five years and know the campus
resources well. And I bring my experience
as a parent and helping my children
explore and grow up from grade school to
college. It's neat to be part of the
self-discovery process that happens in the
class, and to grow myseif."
''I see my role as a back-up and

supporter in the Human Relations classes''
is how SSA Penny Rankin puts it. •·• one
thing I do is role-play (acting out a
situation} so students can see the concepts
they' re learning acted out and see how
they might choose to act in similar
situations.''
Another job of the SSA's is workihg at
the Career Information Center located in
front of the library. They assist students
with the computer and answer questions
about jobs. Marilynn Cottrell finds it a
good place to meet and help students, but
it's not only job questions that are asked.
"Often students' questions are about
choosing a direction or time management.
Sometimes they are having trouble with
social skills and are overwhelmed by not
being able to make a contact with anyone.''
Terry Way has been involved in a
different way this term. He has been part
of a crew making career exploration video
tapes for distribution to community
colleges throughout the state. ''The tapes
are for students who- want more information about a specific field and also about
the career planning classes available at
community colleges. ''This summer there
will be a tape for perspective students of
just what goes on in a career planning
class. And right now we're working on a
tape to show interested students what kind
of jobs there are in the auto body and
painting field.''
Workshops can be another part of an
associate's schedule. Lois McClennan has
wo,.ked this term with a special career
planning workshop for CETA in Cottage
Grove. "I've found this workshop more
personally challenging than classes on
campus. The people have had lifelong
careers, but because they became physically disabled, they must find a whole new
career. These people are desperately in
need of a career change."
The Associates do a variety of things,
but they are useful only if their job is
known. Clair puts it this way, "We're not
effective if people don't know we exist.
One of us is usually at the Career
Information Center. Drop by and check.''

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The Oregon Coasi--a cultural event in its own right

Student health service
tokes vacation
by Gary Vargas
LCC Student Health Services (SHS) will
be closed this summer but will reopen in
the fall in a new facility on the second floor
in the Center Building.
However , a member of the campus
security force has had para-professional
medical training and will attend to any
emergencies that occur during the summer.
The construction of the new SHS offices
is being funded by an allocation of
$105,000 of state money. Although only
about 300 square feet larger than the
present facility , the new structure has been
better designed and will boast twice as
many examination rooms (four) and will
have more storage space. The central
location will also make the SHS more
ac~es~ible to the rest of the campus.

Dim
Memorial Day weekend wasn't spent.
inside a stuffy theater or in an overcrowded
concert hall. Instead, I found mv wav to :i
small fresh-water lake in the sand dun_e~ 0!l
the Oregon Coast.
The Oregon Coast offers two extremes; it
is either serenely spectacular under sunny
skies, or it is violently picturesque under
storm clouds and piercing, cold winds.
Nature allows us one of the most
awesome cultural events if only we open up
our senses and free our imaginations to

perceive the drama, the music, and the
special effects Mother Earth has to offer.
The fresh-water coastal lakes seem to be
a haven of wildlife. While enjoying the
sandy and sylvan setting that surrounds
the lake. I couldn't helo but notice thP.
activity of a Wood Duck family that
inhabits the_shoreline.
The mother duck was taking her 12
ducklings on what appeared to be their first
tour of their greater environment (the
whole lake). I felt honored that sh would

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WHAT'S HAPPENING TODAY:

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN CONCERT:

UO: Intensive course in Introductory meditation sponsored by In Portland at the Paramount: Friday_: Wild Cherrr, Sunday :
Sri Chinmoy Centres tonight, -6:30 p.m. Erb Memorial Union Tanya Tucker.
Forum Room 2nd of a two part series.
Lane County Civic Center: (formerly Willamette Christian
Center) Flora Purim and Upepo, Friday. Two shows 7:30 and 10
p.m. TicketsSS .50 in advance and usual ticket outlets. $6.50 at
UO: " Shampoo" June 3 & 4. ISO Science, 7 and 9:30 p.m., the door.
Sl .25 .
WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND:

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of TORCH production, I turn to the future
share such an important event with me, with some - predictions toward the school
and my family.
and the people who are a part of LCC:
The sunny day made way for a
The library will be open on the weekends
beautifully clear night-time sky. The moon next year. Of course, due to the present
on the ocean created an illusion that even energy situation, the lights and heat will
the most hard-hearted would succumb to. remain off during that period of time, so
The coastal trees, knarled by wicked bring flashlights and warm clothes.
weather and vicious winds are dramatiThe women's restrooms will be installed
cally illuminated by a spring moon. The as promised in the vocational shops. The
sound of the ocean, as it comes crashing only difficulty will be in dividing present
into the shoreline is musical and rhythe- all-male washrooms to accomodate women.
mical, playing a symphony on the sand.
Someone will goof, giving the standing
I must admit that I tend to be an urinals to the wrong side.
incurable romantic, but at the same time I
The parking situation will be improved
thoroughly enjoy what's around me.
next year. All cars will have five minutes
As you may have noticed, I haven't_ to park before the lots close, with access
mentioned where ''my'' fresh-water available through only one entryway. LCC
coastal lake is; it is a refuse for wildlife and also plans to announce the opening of a
is void of people and I want to keep it that course in operating your own wrecking
way. I'm like that mother duck; I want yard for next fall.
to be able to explore with my children a
So much for this year; see you returnees
place that is mostly natural and unspoiled. in the fall, and remember to turn over after
w~ll browned while sunbathing.

Valley River Inn Dinner Theatre Entre Act Theatre presents: WHAT'S CONTINUING:
" She-Zam," contact Valley River Inn for more information.
Music Bulletin: For information on tonight' s music in Eugene,
and concerts coming to the area call 485-1411 FREE.
LCC: Sunday: LCC Wind Symphony concert, Performing Arts
Theater, 8 p.m .. FREE.
UO : Dialing the phone number 686-4636 activates a recording
that lists all that day' s campus events (lectures, plays, movies,
WHAT'S AHEAD:
etc. ,) plus their times, locations and costs.
Renaissance Faire, June 24-2

Willamalane Pool Building: Through June 9 , women's
self-defense, Tues. , and Thurs., 9:30-11 :30 a.m. Students learn
basic self-defense techniques and increase physical fitness and
body control. Pre-register at park district office. District, SB;
non-district, $16. 1276 G Street, Springfield. 746-1669.

-LOOK!

.Summer Showcase: Eugene Parks and Recreation Cultural Arts
Program is taking applications for performers in this summer's
entertainment series, scheduled for parks, malls and community
centers. Bands, jugglers, magicians, singers, mimes or other
acts should contact Vivienne Friendly, 687-5353.

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Saturday Market happens every Saturday, rain or shine, and
features a variety of times handmade by local craftspeople,
delicious food·. and free entertainment, planned and impromptu.
Comer of 8th and Oak, downtown , Eugene.

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Backpa ck
this summer ;
LCC
Geologi st
•recomm ends
trails for
novice
hikers

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Oregon is a veritable gold mine of
thick, lush forests, rolling, green
mea:k>vvs, high rrountai n lakes, long,
winding rivers and snow-capped peaks;
the majority of which stand. readily
accessible via a network of trails
seemingly custom-made for bcd<pcd<ing.

Mt. Jefferson invites packers in the Cascades

By Russell Kaiser
Aside from the enjoyment that good old-fashioned physical exertion can
afford, Ryan Anderson believes that geographical diversity is most important
when choosing a back_packinp trail. Land forms, vegetation and waterways all
combine to make for interesting hiking.
An instructor of geology, geography and natural environment classes at Lane
Community College and an almost-native Oregonian, Anderson has been
backpacking and hiking his way through Oregon countryside since he was 14
years old.
"I usually combine business with pleasure," he says. "Most of my outdoor
trips are focused around the question 'What do I need for my classes?' .''
Anderson spends a good portion of his summers seeking and gathering
information and pictures to be used in the classroom. However, for the first time
in six years at LCC, Anderson's outdoor activities will be somewhat curtailed this
summer as he will spend the summer in a hot, stuffy LCC classroom teaching
Geography of Oregon; no doubt thinking of the great outdoors.
Ryan Anderson has spent 16 some years backpacking in Oregon, certainly
qualifying time enough to make suggestions on several trails for the beginner
and some hints on how backpacking can be made more ·enjoyable.

Local Trails: McKenzie Pass, Santiam Pass

[Photo courtesy of Oregon State Highway Division]

following the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail south to Sunshine Shelter in the
Three Sisters Wilderness Area. Should you wish to cut your hike short, Oppie
Dildock Pass is another convenient point at which a base camp may be set.
Santiam Pass/Marion Lake: This trail is just as crowded as the Sunshine
Shelter trail even though it begins 85 miles from the Eugene/ Springfield area.
It is a flat trail with rises in elevation amounting to less than those of the
Sunshine Trail. Approximately nine miles long one way, it makes for a simple
weekend trip.
To reach the beginning of this trail, follow Highway 126 again to the Santiam
Pass. This time, follow the Pacific Crest Trail north. In doing so, you will pass
through some thickly forested area, skirting 6,604 foot Porcupi"ne Peak. About
1.5 miles past Porcupine Peak is a trail to the left leading to Marion Lake .
"A lot of people underestimate the amount of physical conditioning they have
to have to backpack," says Anderson. He explains that if isolation is what you
want-to be alone-then physical condition is imperative because to get away
from the crowds, you must be able to hike farther, longer and in rougher country
than the average backpacker.
Anderson says that "You have to know your limitations," and warns ~g_ainst
pushing yourself too far, overextending yourself and getting into " trouble "
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situations.

'lfyou don't like being sweaty .

There are two good trails within 100 miles of the Eugene/ Springfield area.
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One is the McKenzie Pass to Sunshine Shelter trail and the other the Santiam
Pass to Marion Lake Trail.
The McKenzie Pass/Sunshine Shelter Trail is a weekend trip. If you"'re used to
southwest Eugene, it should be relatively ~asy with slight variations in elevation.
It is approximately six miles one way; a beautiful trail distinguished by much
visual variety. Along the way, the backpacker may see fresh volcanic landscapes
The physical shape needed to backpack depends on the trail that is chosen.
including Four-in-one Cone, Ahalapam Cinder Field and Yapoah Crater. Views
Sunshine Shelter and Marion Lake trails are relatively short and easy , but
The
in
can be had of several glaciers including the Collier, Renfrew and Linn glaciers
are trails that are much longer and more demanding in terms of physical
there
Lakes
Mathieu
the
of
all
with
what
water
of
plenty
is
There
Sisters.
the Three
region and Minnie Scott Springs along the way. Once at Sunshine Shelter, exertion. One of these in Oregon is the Mt. Hood Trail. It is about a 5-tdObsidian Falls and Sister Springs are both within a mile to provide more water if 7-day hike som& 37 miles in length. Completely circumventing Mt. Hood,
This trail is easily accessible to backpackers from the Anderson says it is far from boring; there is a great deal of ascendin_g and
needed.
drainages that are anywhere from 200 to 600 feet deep in some
Eugene/Springfield area well traveled as a result, so don't expect to spend the descending
places. There is always the sight of the Mountain to your left and as you reach
entire weekend alone; chances are, you'll have plenty of company.
To reach the beginning of the McKenzie Pass/Sunshine Shelter Trail, travel' the timberline and look around, the Columbia Gorge and Mt. Jefferson both can
due east on Highway 126 from Springfield until you reach Belknap Springs. be viewed providing it is a clear day.
One nice thing about this hike is .that you can park your car at Timberline
Turn off at this point onto Highway 242 and proceed to McKenzie Pass. The
road trip is approximately 65 miles one way. Begin the hike at the Pass, Lodge , where the hike begins.
To reach the start of this trail, leave Portland via Highway 26 and follow the
signs onto Highway 35 which will ultimately deposit you on the doorstep of
Timberline Lodge.

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Tastes like dandelion souffle

by Michelle Kraxberger

Stinging nettle omelettes and specially prepared snails contributed to
educational pursuits 'in the ''Edible
and Poisonous Foods'' class, taught
by instructor Jay Marston with
instructor Tom Wayne assisting.
Marston teaches fundamental botany with a focus on distinguishing
between poisonous and edible plants.
The plants are found locally, including
dandelions and chickweed which grow
in backyards.
Learning is organized around studying the specifics of plant biology in the
classroom and making t}ractical obser-

vation on field trips to nearby areas
once a week. At the end of the term, a
major field trip is taken to Siltcoos
Lake, to an area donated to LCC.
An important' part of learning is
finding edible foods and preparing
them to make them palatalbe. Working in groups, the students prepare
dinners that have included rumex pie,
dandelion scouffle, and wild carrot
cake.
Wayne stresses the importance of
understanding ecological relationships
and the diversity of life. He wants the
students to attain a personal interest
in maintaining the natural environment and preserving ecosystems.

Ea,~~•m Oregon: Geamanlt Mt., Strawberry Ml

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One mistake that is being committed fewer and fewer times in recent years is
that of isolating yourself too much. This sudden turn-around is all for the wrong
reason however. It is no longer possible, in most areas, to isolate yourself at all ,
much less too much.
There are several places, though, where those who wish to make the mistake
of overisolation can do so. Two of these places are located in Eastern Oregon.
According to Anderson, it is truly "a place where you can really be by yourself."
Some 30 miles northeast of Klamath Falls, Gearhardt Mountain stands in the
center of its very own wilderness area. It is very definitely "off the beaten path"
as shown in statistics which name the Gearhardt Wilderness Area as the least
visited wilderness area in the state.
Gearhardt Mountain is an old volcanic structure that since has been glaciated.
Approximately 50 square miles in size, the Gearhardt Mt. Wilderness Area is
extremely warm during the summer months; perhaps one contributing factor to ·
.continued on page 6
its limited use.

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1977

Equipment for
the experienced or
novice backpacker
by John Healy
Wherever you go backpacking this
summer--the Cascades, Eastern Ore' gon, the Columbia Gorge area--go
prepared.
Taking the right eauiprnent won't
guarantee that you will enjoy yourself,
but it will make the excursion more
bearable--and may save your life.
The Pack-A-Home on Your Back
The most basic piece of equ1pmer'ft
iis the pack. It's your own portable
home capable of carrying 50 pounds
,of equipment.
[Photo courtesy of Oregon State Highway Division]
Owyhee Reservoir: A different beauty to explore
There are two basic types of
backpacks: The rucksack, used mainly
. for day hikes or overnight excursions,
and the packframe and bag, which is
geared toward longer trips.
The typical rucksack (or knapsack)
abrasion or broken leg· or cracked
by a professional backpacker.
by Mike Arnold
will carry up to 20 pounds of
Marston has never seen a serious skull is a possibility. Falling off a cliff
equipment but since it lacks a frame or
Backpacking and biology will be accident on any of the ~ackpacking is a possibility," he said.
hip belt, it tends to get extremely
combined this summer in what Biology trips he has led, yet he thinks it's
uncomfortable after a few hours of
Marston said he and the instructors
Instructor Jay Marston has called an probably inevitable. For this reason,
walking.
"incredible" journey.
the groups check in at the ranger and assistants are prepared with first
Most rucksacks are currently made
"We're going into the most isolated stations before starting into the for~st . . aid supplies. "The thing we don't do
from nylon--canvas went out with
place in the United States in terms of The groups aren't completely Iso- is give any (first aid) instruc,tion. We
World War 11--and run from $10 to
being away from people and roads," lated, admits Marston, "We'll see a know who has CPR (cardiopulminary
$20. They are available in most
said Marston. "We walk right along ranger about every two days. We_'re resuscitation) cards, and who has sporting and camping stores in the
the ocean in the Olympic National within a day from the ranger sta~1on advanced first aid cards, and these
Eugene/ Springfield area.
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Forest in coastal Washington State for either way along the coast, although people are labeled with little red
The more serious hiker will probably
50 miles."
you have to walk around the tide. You crosses. Eveyone is aware of who
buy the packframe and bag, as it is
Two sections of the class, with the can't get through a lot of areas unless these people are, and what the
more confortable and can carry a
enrollment ceiling of 19 students each you're on the right tide."
dangers of the trip are."
heavier load than the rucksack. The
are scheduled for this summer.
Most of the accidents are caused by
Before going on a trip the students
contoured frame is made of tubular
the terrain, Marston said. "We walk sign a waiver which indicated they
titanium or aluminum with the nylon
The class is called Coastal Field on a lot of large boulders that are have been given a description of what
bag attached to the frame. Most Biology and covers just - about every covered with algae, and that makes to expect in the way of accidents and
feature padded shoulder straps and a aspect of the coastal environment. them extremely slick. Any kind of possible hazzards, said Marston.
waist-belt, which transfers roughly 75 "The students live it, eat it, drink it,
per cent of the pack's weight from the
taste it, and feel it," said Marston.
shoulders to the hip region.
"To me, it's one of the most incredible
Kelty produces the best packframe educational experiences because in
and bag combination for the serious
two weeks time these people come
hiker, if you're willing to pay around
away knowing a lot more about.biology
$50. Recreational Equipment, Inc.
than if they spent a year in the class(REI) has a large variety of durable
room here on campus," he said.
:b~Gkpacks running from $25 for a basic
Marston will teach a class offered
model to almost $50 for their ''deluxe''
June 23 to July 5. Biology Instructor
backpack, which features what seem Tom Wayne wi 11 teach the second
tike a million seperate compartments class--offered July 22 to August 3.
to stow your gear in.
Both classes begin with 24 hours of
Gerry, Alpine Designs and Jan
instruction packed into two days at the
Sport all produce top-notch packs for LCC Heceta House on the Oregon
the beginner or veteran backpacker-- Coast. "We've broken the major
A complete cookbook and guide to edible wild plants in Callllda and
their prices are similiar to REl's.
academic course into five mini- · North America
Tenting is the Palace
courses, and we spend about five
There are an immense number of hours on each of them," said Marston.
tents and tarps currently on the
"We deal with topics like marine
Learning to live in the wild.
market, and a person willing to spend
biology, oceanography, botany, ecothe money can buy a veritable palace logy," he said.
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for upwards of $200.
• Marston elaborated on the class
The cheapest -way to go is to outline, explaining ·that Coastal Eco- Guide to what equipment, food to take and pitfalls to avoid when backpacking.
purchase a sheet of polyehtylene (poly) logy will concentrate for the most part
from the nearest hardware store--it's on the (Olympic) rain forest.
commonly used as a painter's drop•The topic on Marine Ornithology
cloth. Only .002 of an inch thick, you deals with birds the backpackers are
People's guide to the wilderness.
can buy a 9 by 12 foot piece of poly for likely to see on the trip.
just a few dollars. It's light, easy to
•The study of the waves, the wind
carry, waterproof, and large enough to and ocean currents will be covered
accomodate two to three adults.
Guide to planning and preparation of simple, satisfying, strength giving foods that
under the topic of Marine OceanoMost cam ping stores also sel I a graphy.
will make your trip more enjoyable. _
more expensive version of the poly
•The unit on Coastal Botany concentarp, made of polyurethane-coated trates on the edible and inedible plant
nylon. It's a lot stronger than poly and life found in the area.
doesn't tend to tear as easily in a
Backpacking is not taught so much
strong wind; sells for under $20.
in this class as it is lived, said
How to identify creatures.
Two basic types of tents are Marston. The only formal training
available: The single wall tent and the comes at the Haceta House session. It
double wall or ''true'' tent, the major is here that 'the backpacking hopefuls
difference being the tarp which comes learn about foods the students should
Information on planning ywr trip,_ equipment, food, activities, weather predictions
with the double walled tent--it can be take, boots, clothing, tents, and rain
and
more.
placed over the main part of the tent in gear, and the precautions they'll need
event of rain, thus forming a second · to take against hypothermia (The
roof for added protection from the lowering of the body temperature
elements.
caused by cold and wet conditions).
A single wall tent will cost anywhere
Neither Marston nor Wayne has
from $30 to $80, while the more been formally trained in backpacking.
popular double wall ranges in price For this reason, according to Wayne,
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Lee hI.k.Ing, C1·•1m b.Ing CIasses
0ffere d th IS summer

by Mike Arnold
Two classes, Backpacking and
Mountaineering, will be offered by the
LCC Health and Physical Education
Department this summer.
Both classes will again be taught by
Bud Proctor, who has been teaching
them for six years. Proctor, who is the
co_mmunity education coordinator for
Adult Education will be .on loan to
the PE Department for the two classes.
Proctor's classes begin with an
orientation session where he b_rings
to class "exactly what I would be
taking on a particular trip. I'll bring
my pack, loaded with everything
except food.' '
Proctor goes through his pack
describing or pointing out features
that students should consider. "I'll
break my pack frame and pack sack
down, showing why I use what I do,"
said Proctor, "but I emphasize that
my preferences are one of many styles
available."
''We talk about shelter in terms of
moisture and warmth," said Proctor.
"We'll talk about sleeping bags. My
thought is, no matter how tired you get
during the day, that's fine, providing
you get a good night's sJeep."
According to Proctor, "If you don't
take the right equipment to sleep
comfortably, then by the second or
third day, you're going to be wiped
out,''
Next, Proctor shows what he'll be
wearing on his feet.
''Without
adequate shoes. you're just not going

to be able to handle the hiking" he
said, "and I 'II talk about socks .. as well
as foot wear.' '
''Then I'll go into clothing and the
why of clothing. As an example,
cotton versus wool. I'll talk about the
layer system. Is it better to carry two
or three lighte_r weight pieces of
clothing; than one very heavy, warrr,
piece of clothing," said Proctor.
Proctor discusses ''keeping the
extremities warm; hands, fingers,
head, feet, and so on. How to stay dry.
Types of rain gear. The 10 essentials:
flashlight, knife, map, compass, and
so on.''
Definitely covered is "hypothermia" said Proctor, "because I feel it's
something everyone should know
about. Hypothermia is not something
that occurs only in cold weather. It can
occur in weather well above freezing.
and if a person isn't aware of that or
the symptoms that go wJth it. .. "

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Oregon trails

To reach the Gearhardt Mt. WHderness Area, leave the Eugene/Springfield
area on Highway _
58 until it intersects Highway 97 from the north. Follow 97 ,to
Klamath Falls and take Highway 140 to Bly. Directly due north of Bly stands
Gearhardt Mountain.
Another area that lends itself readily to those who wish to be as isolated as
possible is the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness Area near John Day in Eastern
Oregon. A network of short hikes up to 7 or 8 miles in length traverses the entire
area, and 9,038 foot Strawberry Mountain hovers peacefully over Strawberry
Lake, casting a shadow in the afternoons. Volcanic formations once again make
up the geology of the area. Many wide, open valleys dot the area.
To reach the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness Area, take Highway 126 out of
the area, pass through Redmond and intersect Highway 26 at Prineville.
Follow 26 to John Day.
Once again, if it's isolation you want, you must be prepared to work at getting
it--both the Gearhardt Mountain and Strawberry Mountain Wilderness Areas
are almost 200 miles from Eugene.
Since you will be isolated quite a bit, if you hike either of these areas,
Anderson doesn't recommended that you add insult to injury by hiking alone.
Anderson doesn't feel as though hiking alone is a good idea "until you feel
comfortable and have a lot of well-founded confidence in yourself. "Otherwise," he goes on, "backpacking can be dangerous. " He believes that three is
the best number for beginning hikers. "That way," he says, "if something
happens to one person someone can stay with him and the other can find the way
out.
If hiking alone can cause certain problems, so can hiking with a companion--if
he or she is the wrong kind of companion. Such is the case with children. Anderson has two of them, ages 3 and 1. He doesn't take them on his backpacking
trips because, he says, ''They are too yo1,1ng for what I consider to be
enjoyable.'' On the other hand, Dave Croft, history intructor at LCC and
Anderson's hiking companion, has involved his two children in backpacking
since they were three years old. "I think it's great, as long as you don't push
them too far.''
Anderson says children present special problems on the trail because hikes
must be cut short, and their needs catered to. ''The important thing is not to
push them so far that they get disenchanted with it. '.' If that becomes the case,
Anderson continues, '' By the time they are old enough to make their own
decision about whether they want to go or not, if it hasn't been fun for them in
the past, they are not going to want to.''

Proctor's mountaineering class is
exposed to much the same orientation,
but with the addition of an introduction
to ropes, knots, belaying, belaying
signals, and actual climbing techniques.
All students can apply for the class
by seeing Bud Proctor in the Adult Ed
Building. Applicants are selected by
the instructor. '' I check out the people
Southern Oregon: Sky Lakes
pretty thoroughly before I will accept
The Sky Lakes Wild Area, not yet designated a wilderness area, is located
them in the class," said Proctor. The
PE Department has not released the some 37 miles east of Medford on Highway 140. It is an area of approximately
162 square miles. More than 200 lakes dot the landscape; from mere ponds to
class dates yet.
sh al low lakes of 30 to 40 acres.
Remnants of ancient volcanoes are recognizable in 9,495 foot Mount
Mcloughlin, Devil's Peak and other prominent but less imposing points.
Cinder cones are evident in Goose Egg and Goose Nest.
Glaciers at one time covered the area, as witnessed by the wide valleys, the
gentle lake basins, and the steep, immense canyon walls. Evidence of rapidly
flowing water from ages long since passed and Morrains (glacial deposits) fill
many pockets of the landscape.
Crater Lake is readily accessible to the north, and there is a trail, one of
approximately 40, ranging from 1.5 miles to 35 miles, that will take the
enterprising hiker to the lofty top of Mt. Mcloughlin.
Anderson believes that the beginning of September is by far the best time to
go hiking. "By that time," he says, "all of the families are out of the woods
because public schools have started, many people give up with the end of August, all the leaves are turning, the nights are cool so it's easy to sleep in a bag
that's usually too warm, it's nice and warm during the days, the mosquitoes are
gone because there has already been a couple of frosts, and the bug problem
isn't as bad."
Others believe that the best time is late spring and still others contend that
mid-summer is the best time. Whatever the case may be, Anderson ~ays that
some people don't like the feeling of being sweaty, and if you don't like being a
little grubby, you might as well not go."
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Pacific Crest Trail: Right up the middle

Whatever your preference you can always find a section of the Pacific Crest
National Scenic Trail (PCNST) open and ready to greet backpackers.
Some say it is exciting. Some say it is boring.
Some say it is hard. Some
say it is easy.
Whatever else it may be, the PCNST is long; extending some 2,500 miles from
the Washington/Canadian border to the California/Mexico border; 420 of those
miles are in Oregon.
The PCNST vertically bisects Oregon from the Columbia Gorge in the north
to a point approximately 28 miles southwest of Ashland to the south. Along its
route through Oregon there are many campsites and numerous offshoot trails
leading the hiker to lakes, streams, and rivers. There are also numerous points
along the trail at which roads intersect. This makes it easy to take shorter trips
for those who do not wish to complete the entire trip.
Nearly every type of Oregon geology may be found along the length of the trail
a,, well as game and vegetation of almost infinite variety.

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Ban ks, Johnson named
Co-Athlete s of the Year

They came out of the blocks together, hit the finish line at the same time and now it's a tie
-- tracksters Andrew Banks and Joel Johnson have been named TORCH Co-Athletes of the
Year by the editor and staff of the sports department.
Both athletes had fine years. Banks, a potential world class sprinter, took firsts in the 100
and 220 yard dashes and long jump at both the league and region championship meets, in
addition to competing well by taking third in the 100 at the Nationals. Johnson, dubbed "Mr.
Everything", won the decathlon in league and regional competition before he came back on
the second day of competition to claim the National title in his specialty. Banks signed a
letter of intent to attend Oregon last Friday, while Johnson is reportedly still undecided on
his future plans.
Other nominees were: Ken Martin, cross country and track; Rich Harter, cross country
and track; Kevin McCarthy, men's basketball; Janel Huser, women's basketball; Teri Booth,
women's basketball; Steve Upward, baseball; and Tom McDonald, men's bowling.

SPORTS

Joel Johnson

Andrew Banks

Most programs on winning track

BY JACK SCOTT, Sports Editor
The last ball has bounced in Lane
inter-collegiate athletics for the 1976-77
academic year.
The men's teams have proven once
again that they, along with perhaps
Clackamas and Mt. Hood, are the cream of
the crop in Oregon community college
circles. Although Clackamas outpointed
Lane in the running for the men's
All-Sports trophy, they also competed in
two more sports-golf and tennis-in the
Oregon Community College Athletic Association ranks.
And don't forget the women.Coach Sue
Thompson's female basketball team had a
banner year, while the women's tennis
team captured the Northwest Women's
Collegiate Sports Association Southern
Area title.

Cross Country

It was another outstanding season for
coach Al Tarpenning's men's cross country
team.
Business was as usual as they claimed
their sixth straight OCCAA title with Ken
Martin taking first, Rich Harter second,
Mike McGriff fourth and Dave Martin fifth.
They failed fo win a sixth straight Region
18 championship, though, as they took
second with Ricks of Idaho, led by several
foreign athletes, taking home the trophy.
They did manage to out-point Ricks at the
Nationals by nabbing seventh place with
Harter earning All-Amercian honors.

Soccer

Since Lane doesn't field a football team,
students settle for second best-or maybe
even the best. Coach George Gyorgyfalvy' s men's soccer team enjoyed a fine
year, using exceptional quickness to
breeze through their regular season
schedule and into the league playoffs.

Men's Basketball

The men's basketball team was hurt by
inexperience and inconsistency in finishing
the season with a disappointing 14-15
record.
After a distastrous pre-season, they
started picking up steam early in league
play and finally peaked just before the
season-ending four-team tourney to decide
a second OCCAA representative in the
Region 18 playoffs. However, Linn-Benton
knocked them out of the picture by winning
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manage to snag third place honors in t~
Clackamas-dominated OCCAA tourney.
That they had a team at all was a
wonder, considering the plague of injuries
that hampered the squad all season. Coach
Bob Creed never had a chance to sit down
and think about wrestling; he was usually
more worried about x-rays and medical
reports. With a healthy team, Creed
figures they could have taken runner-up
honors in the league.

the opener, 96-85. It was the Albany
school's fourth straight victory over the
Titans of the season. Following that loss,
they came back to down Chemeketa, 83-66,
in a consolation contest to earn third place
honors in league action.
Sophomore Kevin McCarthy was the
team's brightest star. He led the squad in
scoring, turned in the tough clutch plays
and was the only Titan awarded all-star
accolades. Following John Hassler's
departure at mid-season, McCarthy and
reserve Mike Haberly were the only
lettermen on the team. That allowed
freshmen Brian Conlon, Steve Halverson,
Rob Holstrom, Dennis Immonen and Mike
to develop, so look for them to be much
tougher next year.
Central Oregon and Linn-Benton, the top
two teams this year, should again be
strong. Both clubs boasted top freshmen,
like COCC's Dave Hildahl and LBCC's Tim
Dungey, both all-stars, who will return.

Track

Women's Basketball

The women's basketball team, exemplifying the team concept that has shot the
Portland Trailblazers into the National
Basketball Association championship finals, used the slogan "March in Montana"
as inspiration to make the regional
·playoffs.
First year coach Sue Thompson molded
her short but quick outfit into a devastating
force, capable of running a team right out
of an arena. Finishing the regular season
with a best-ever 15-2 mark, their only
nemesis was the tall and talented Clark
Chicklettes, who handed them their only
league losses.
Both teams competed in the Northwest
'A' tournament in Montana during March.
Clark failed to place, but the Titan women
nailed down fifth place, beating Shoreline
of Seattle in their opener before losing
their next two.
Center Janel Huser had an outstanding
season, leading the team in rebounding
and finishing second in scoring. Freshman
guard Teri Booth led in scoring, floating in
jumpers or driving to the hoop almost at
will. With Booth and six other returners
back, they just might be able to knock off
Clark next year.

Veteran coach Al Tarpenning has
boasted some fine teams since initiating
the men's track program here eight years
ago, but none has been as strongly
balanced as this season's edition.
In winning their sixth consecutive
OCCAA team title, they proved they could
score and · score big in just about every
event. In the league meet May 7, they took
first in 10 of 19 events and outdistanced
Clackamas, 215-101, for the team title.
However, they had their string of five
straight Region 18 championships snapped
by Ricks of Idaho, host of the meet. The
Ricks' distance runners, taking advantage
of the 5500 foot altitude, nullified Titan
scoring potential in· all races over 1500
meters.
Versatile Joel Johnson was perhaps their
top performer this season, scoring consistently in both hurdle events, pole vault,
high jump and mile relay. He capped the
season by winning the national title in the
decathalon May 18.
Right behind Johnson was sprinter
Andrew Banks, who won the 100 and 220
yard dashes and long jump at the OCCAA
and Region 18 meets. He tied the national
junior college record in the 100 meters
(10.39) during a prelim at the Nationals,
eventually taking third in the finals.
Other top performers included sprinters .
Bobby Persons and Chuck Casin-Cross,

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The baseball team finished just one
game out in the race for a regional playoff
berth for the second year in a row.
They took third in OCCAA action with a
20-6 mark. Umpqua (22-4) and LinnBenton (21-5) snared the berths in the
Region 18 tourney with Umpqua defeating
Linn-Benton, 8-5, in the title game to
advance to the nationals. There, Urnpqua
won their opener but then lost two in a row
to be eliminated.
Pitcher Steve Upward, outfielder Randy
Guimond, catcher Rick Edgar, second
baseman Mark Piesker and designated
hitter Gary Weyant all garnered all-star
honors. Edgar, Piesker and Weyant will
return next year, along with first baseman
Steve Gillespie and outfielder Terry Kirby,
in hopes of finally nailing a long elusive
playoff spot.

Women's Tennis

After winning the NCWSA Southern
Area title early in May, the women's-tennis
team fell on its face during regional action
the next weekend and could send only two
netters in finals competitions- -in the
consolation round. Still, it was a successful
season for coach Nancy Osborn's racqueteers, with their upset of Mt. Hood for the
Southern Area title the highlight.

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FT PERM: We need four persons to drive cabs. They
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FT PERM: We are always looking for cocktail and food
waitresses who are over 21 years of age. Employers often
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Growing Alternative Youth
Meetings are open to any and all interested people under
23 years. Informal, peer group counseling. 8 p.m ..
Monday, 680 Lawrence St #13. For further information,
call 343-8130 or 484-3003.

RECREATION
HORSES TO RENT.
7 days a week.
No guides, hourly rates.
For information and reservations call Windgate Farms.
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from $75 to $200.
The more
expensive double-walled tents will
protect you from everything but an
enraged bear, can sleep six people,
and weighs less than ten pounds. If
you can afford the high price tag,
investing in a double--walled tent
is worthwhile.
Sleeping Bags Can Be Cadillacs or . ..

Sleeping bag manufacturers have
•outdone even the tent man ufactu rers for sheer complexity.
There are so many different shapes,
fillings, and styles of sleeping bags
it's a wonder any of the producers
are able to break even.
The best buy for your money
would probably be the relatively
new polyester and dacron-filled
sleeping bags, which currently sell
for between $25 and $40. Many are
"mummy" shaped (ideal for retain• ing body heat) and have a nylon
outer shell.
The "cadillac" of the sleeping
bag field are the _goose down-tilled
bags which cost around $100 b1:1t

Munchies
The area which has experienced
the greatest growth in the backpacking field has been freeze-dried
foods. The top firms marketing
freeze-dried food include Seidels,
RichMoor, Wilson, and Mountain
House.
Although they charge rather high
Another extremely important prices, its amazing what these firms
piece of basic equipment is the and others have to offer. You can
cooking stove. The age of the start your meal with shrimp creole
roaring bonfire has passed--the and end with an ice cream bar or a
damage it does to the ecosystem bowl of peaches (soaked overnight
just doesn't justify it's existence.
to restore the moisture taken out
Optimus puts out an excellent through the freeze-dried process).
line of stoves for the backpacker,
Much of the food is rather bland
with prices ranging from $11 to $20. and unappetizing, but it's exThe stoves burn either white gas or tremely light and convenient, and if
kerosene at the rate of about a half you have access to lots of water, you
pint per hour.
might enjoy trying a "no-•bake
The Optimus 8R, priced at around lemon pie.''
$14, is extremely efficient. It is
Before you go out in the field,
capable of boiling water in six make sure you're well prepared.
minutes, weighs less than two Spend a few extra dollars on good,
pounds without gas and comes in a durable equipment and you won't
compact case about the size of a regret taking that week-long trip
small radio.
through the Cascades .

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degree weather. Unfortunate!
moisture tends to wreak havoc upon
the down if you aren't careful while
camping, and the slightest tear in
the bag's nylon shell will let loose
clouds of goose down.
Stoves

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Art students Holly Baumgart and Tom Morandi cast a sculpture by pouring hot bronze into a mold.
Photo by Steve Thompson.

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backpacking,
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