Greater Hells Canyon Council
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A night of fundraising and advocacy for a wild greater hells canyon region
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Thank you to everyone who helped us raise some hell for Oregon’s wild lands, water, and habitats!
Hellraiser 2021 celebrated 54 years of Greater Hells Canyon Council's successes. If you missed the event, held on Saturday, May 8, you can watch a replay of it now. While we would have loved to host a live event like years past, this year's event was held virtually.
Hellraiser 2021 featured our work on the Blue Mountains Trail. It included an energizing live auction, and an inspiring presentation from keynote speaker Renee Patrick, Oregon Desert Trail Coordinator from ONDA, who recently completed the first solo thru-hike of the Blue Mountains Trail.
The proceeds from the night enhance Greater Hells Canyon Council's reach to connect, protect, and restore the Greater Hells Canyon Region and help fund our work on the Blue Mountains Trail. We are excited to engage and energize people to get outside and develop a relationship with this special place in the Northwest.
Thank you again to everyone who joined us for an amazing event!
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
RENEE PATRICK
In October 2020, Renee Patrick completed the first solo thru-hike of the Blue Mountains Trail while the route was still in development. She endured 100+ degree days along the crest of the Strawberry Mountains in August and subzero conditions on the Elkhorn Crest in October. Along the way she kept a trail journal and blog, sharing her stories of the amazing landscapes on the trail, the history of the effort and the region, and how recreation and conservation can work toward a common goal.
Renee has logged over 10,000 miles on a multitude of trails in her many thru-hikes. She brings and a rich cross-section of wilderness teaching skills to her work. She completed the triple crown of long-distance trails in the United States—Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail. She has led trail crews, guided wilderness therapy trips, taught lightweight backpacking, and served as the Continental Divide Trail’s first Trail Ambassador.
Renee works for Oregon Natural Desert Association (ONDA). She is responsible for establishing the 750-mile Oregon Desert Trail, shaping its future, and inspiring others to get out and explore the high desert as much as possible. In addition, Renee leads ONDA’s independent stewards program and is working to educate and inspire others to experience our desert landscapes responsibly. She lives in Bend, Oregon.
Golden Raffle
Here’s how it works: We're selling just 99 Golden Raffle Tickets for $100 each. When you buy yours, you choose one amazing vacation from our eligible live auction travel packages. We’ll draw the winning ticket just before the auction on May 8th, and award the chosen package to the raffle winner. You do not need to be present on the livestream to win, making this a wonderful way to raise some hell for conservation in the Greater Hells Canyon Region.
You may purchase more than one raffle ticket, and we will continue selling them until all 99 are sold. Each raffle ticket must be purchased in a separate transaction to ensure the ticket aligns with the auction package of your choosing.
Auction Packages
Like Hellraisers of years past, we will have a compelling slate of silent and live auction packages available for you to bid on. Come prepared to bid live on these packages on May 8th, and start planning your future vacation today!
the silent auction has closed
5 Day Hells Canyon Rafting Trip for 2 & Flight Over Hells Canyon!
Enjoy a scenic flight over the canyon, raft class III rapids through the deepest gorge in North, hike to Native American pictographs, and search for eagles, falcons and owls, as well as over 100 other species of birds that call Hells Canyon home. Nothing compares to rafting Hells Canyon in Idaho, home of the mighty Snake River and the deepest gorge in North America. Hells Canyon plunges to depths of nearly 8,000 feet between the Seven Devils range to the east and Oregon’s rim country to the west. Warm weather, warm water and fun rapids make this a great trip for kids, parents and grandparents of nearly any age.
TERMS AND RESTRICTIONS: OARS must have 4 paying guests on the desired date of booking. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. Payment of applicable fees required at the time of booking. $400 per person refundable deposit is required to reserve space and ensure participation. Standard booking conditions apply. Certificate has no cash value and is not transferable. Valid any time through the 2021 season.
3 Night Stay at Good Bear Ranch for 10 & Hike the Blue Mountains Trail with GoWild: American Adventures!
This one-of-a-kind log home tucked into the base of the Elkhorn Mountains is located on 250 acres bordered by the Wallowa Whitman National Forest. Grab this 3 day get away in this gorgeous home with a gourmet kitchen, pool table, and incredible views. Located just 5 miles from the Marble Pass Trailhead of the Elkhorn Crest Trail, it provides easy access to hiking and biking trails, Baker City restaurants and stores, the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center, and Anthony Lakes. The house has a large wrap around deck, including a furnished, covered area near the kitchen/main entry. The seven bedroom and four bath, 5200 sq.ft. home accommodates a lot of people! Enjoy, relax, and rest easy knowing your vacation supports a great cause.
In addition, join the expert wilderness guides Go Wild: American Adventures for a full day of guided hiking, fly fishing, and all-around revelry at Twin Lakes in the Elkhorn Range of the Blue Mountains. Dine on an assortment of gourmet charcuterie and sip local wines surrounded by Oregon's oldest mountains.
TERMS AND RESTRICTIONS: Pets ok with additional deposit ($50.00 per pet in additional to the regular deposit of $750.00). All deposits are refundable within one week of departure. Book any available stay dates between July 6, 2021 and August 11, 2022, excluding holidays or Spring Break. Go Wild day trip is for up to 4 people. Scheduling is dependent on weather conditions and accessibility may be limited due to snow.
3 Night Stay at Barking Mad Farm B&B for 2!
Explore one of Oregon’s most beautiful landscapes in a deluxe bed and breakfast that offers a full list of modern amenities. Barking Mad Farm B&B combines the quiet serenity of the gorgeous Wallowa Mountains with a fantastic lodging experience in a restored farmhouse that gives you the best of outdoor wonder and indoor comfort. Our pet-friendly bed and breakfast in NE Oregon includes accommodations for every vacation, from a brief weekend retreat to a romantic trip to the mountains to a base for outdoor recreational adventures.
Sip coffee in bed or relax on the wraparound porch as you watch the deer, buffalo and eagles outside. We’ll serve you breakfast each morning with organic ingredients sourced from local farms and markets and provide you with local insight to help you plan your day’s adventures.
Includes a dinner for two at nearby Terminal Gravity. Book any available stay dates before the end of 2021.
Flight Over Hells Canyon and the Wallowas & 2 Night Stay at the Geiser Grand Hotel!
Stay in one of Oregon's most historic hotels. The Geiser Grand Hotel in Baker City features ornate mahogany, crystal chandeliers in every room, beautiful stained glass ceiling, and Northwest food at its best. Come explore this architectural jewel, and find out why the Geiser's spectacular restoration received The National Trust for Historic Preservation's coveted Honor Award for Excellence in Historic Preservation.
Just a few miles from Anthony Lakes and the Elkhorn Crest, a shuttle will take you from your hotel to one of the Blue Mountains Trail's most beautiful trailheads. Follow this with a one-hour flight at Baker Airport in a plane or helicopter over Hells Canyon and the Wallowas.
Book any available stay dates before the end of 2021.
In addition to these great auction packages, you won't want to miss the packages included in the silent auction. This year's items include:
A 3-night stay for up to 12 people at the Weston Mountain Lodge in the Blue Mountains near Weston, Oregon
A stay at the River Dance Lodge on Idaho's Lochsa River
A 2-night stay in a rustic cabin at The Suttle Lodge near Sisters, Oregon
An Ultralight backpacking gear package from Six Moon Designs
Lift tickets from Anthony Lakes Mountain Resort
Handcrafted wood artwork
And many more items to bid on, all of which supports our mission. Bid now!
Sponsors
This year's event is sponsored by these amazing businesses. We hope you enjoy the adventure, travel and gear packages they have also generously contributed to the auction.
