Mason Lake Hike (Ira Spring Trail)

While Mason Lake lies just inside the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, much of the trail leading to it is not currently protected. It will be if H.R. 4113, introduced in Congress by Dave Reichert, is passed. This bill would expand the wilderness area by 22,000 acres and designate a portion of the Pratt River as Wild and Scenic. Scenic it is, with lake and mountain viewes in every direction.

We’ll hike approximately 5 miles (elevation gain about 2,000 feet) and discuss some of the details of H.R. 4113. Please bring water and lunch, and dress for the weather. Hiking boots required. Contact Mark at 253-639-3862 or markjtn@earthlink.net to sign up. (SK / CH)