Grand Opening - Blue Lake Park

[jdinteg]

[Rakoz]

Originally Posted by Bullseye

I'm pretty sure its right around a par 69.

Jeff

Well, You would certainly know. That's going to be one tough Par to make! I plan on leaving work at SE Powell at 5pm and playing till I'm done or till the sunsets. Anyone else heading out around that time?

[LegoRules]

BTW no dogs & no alcohol allowed in Blue Lake Park including the disc golf course.

[TreeLove]

Is it OK to park at the nearby Lake House? Is that a valid way to avoid the parking fee? Are there other places to park for free? Or must we park in the pay lot?

How strict is the No Pets policy? I was just at Lowe's last night. The sign on the door says "Service Animals Only," but I asked an employee, and he said I could bring Bailey into the store. I did, she was great, and made a lot of friends.

This article would suggest it is QUITE strict. It appears the policy is in place primarily to protect wildlife. I can understand that: the last squirrel Bailey got her chompers on lived only about 12 seconds.

Keeping dogs on a leash would seem to solve that problem, though. The article says they tried a leash rule, but people did not abide by it. And they did not pick up their dogs' crap. Sounds like age old scenario of a few douchebags ruining things for everyone else.

Any informed answers to these parking- and pet-related questions will be greatly appreciated.

[Rakoz]

Looks pretty cut and dry to me: No dogs.

About avoiding $5: We're talking about the premium course on the west coast maybe the United States, and one of the best in the world! Here, in our own backyard (or just over the river and through the woods); or at least it will be soon. Without those fees we're not going to get there though and without an increase in those fees we're likely to lose what sounds like amazing public park support. Carpool if it's an issue but if you're using this facility, pay something for it.

Playing late night, ignoring dog rules, drinking onsite, trash, destroying environment/habitat, smoking... all things that could easily ruin this amazing opportunity. There are parks to take your dog (and I've met Bailey and she's one of the better ones), there are free parks, there are parks where it is ok to drink, there are private courses to indulge in other behaviors, but if a public park is posting rules and making requests of us to use their space we have to abide by their wishes.

[Matt B.]

Originally Posted by TreeLove

Is it OK to park at the nearby Lake House? Is that a valid way to avoid the parking fee? Are there other places to park for free? Or must we park in the pay lot?

[Dr. Zaius]

Wow. A HUGE thanks to Stumptown disc golf and all who were involved. Somebody please post as many pics of the fairways and holes as possible when you get the chance. We need to show the city of Eugene what a real course can look like when the entire community gets behind it. We've got some good things on the horizon down here and this looks like a wonderful model of community involvement and course planning.

Thank You Thank You Thank You!!!

[LegoRules]

Originally Posted by TreeLove

Is it OK to park at the nearby Lake House? Is that a valid way to avoid the parking fee? Are there other places to park for free? Or must we park in the pay lot?

How strict is the No Pets policy? I was just at Lowe's last night. The sign on the door says "Service Animals Only," but I asked an employee, and he said I could bring Bailey into the store. I did, she was great, and made a lot of friends.

This article would suggest it is QUITE strict. It appears the policy is in place primarily to protect wildlife. I can understand that: the last squirrel Bailey got her chompers on lived only about 12 seconds.

Keeping dogs on a leash would seem to solve that problem, though. The article says they tried a leash rule, but people did not abide by it. And they did not pick up their dogs' crap. Sounds like age old scenario of a few douchebags ruining things for everyone else.

Any informed answers to these parking- and pet-related questions will be greatly appreciated.

Gawain I specifically asked the park officials that were there those two questions. No to dogs on leash or off leash definitely no dogs at all.

You can not park at the Lake House. That parking area is only for special events. If you are driving to Blue Lake the only option is to pay the day fee, or purchase an annual pass.

Well worth it though this course is rad!!


Cindy

["Over the Hill" Bob]

Originally Posted by Rakoz

Looks pretty cut and dry to me: No dogs.

About avoiding $5: We're talking about the premium course on the west coast maybe the United States, and one of the best in the world! Here, in our own backyard (or just over the river and through the woods); or at least it will be soon. Without those fees we're not going to get there though and without an increase in those fees we're likely to lose what sounds like amazing public park support. Carpool if it's an issue but if you're using this facility, pay something for it.

Playing late night, ignoring dog rules, drinking onsite, trash, destroying environment/habitat, smoking... all things that could easily ruin this amazing opportunity. There are parks to take your dog (and I've met Bailey and she's one of the better ones), there are free parks, there are parks where it is ok to drink, there are private courses to indulge in other behaviors, but if a public park is posting rules and making requests of us to use their space we have to abide by their wishes.

Just worth reposting!
Bob

[Matt B.]

Originally Posted by LegoRules

Gawain I specifically asked the park officials that were there those two questions. No to dogs on leash or off leash definitely no dogs at all.

You can not park at the Lake House. That parking area is only for special events. If you are driving to Blue Lake the only option is to pay the day fee, or purchase an annual pass.

Well worth it though this course is rad!!


Cindy

$5 a day, for all the people in a car, for as many rounds as you want, on a brand new and apparently awesome course brought to us by a strong partnership bewteen Stumptown and the biggest land managing agency in the Portland area.......uh yeah, I think we should pay the $5. And leave our dogs and alcohol at home...and follow the rest of the park rules.

[juda4936]

I have the 2 year parking pass (for McIver, Dabney..) will that work? or do they have one just for Blue Lake?

[Matt B.]

Originally Posted by juda4936

I have the 2 year parking pass (for McIver, Dabney..) will that work? or do they have one just for Blue Lake?

That's a State Park day use pass. Blue Lake is not a State park. I believe you want to visit Metro's website, and read the rest of this and the other Blue Lake thread for the info.

[LegoRules]

Originally Posted by juda4936

I have the 2 year parking pass (for McIver, Dabney..) will that work? or do they have one just for Blue Lake?

No Blue Lake is a regional park, and not a state park.

[Bullseye]

Originally Posted by TreeLove

Is it OK to park at the nearby Lake House? Is that a valid way to avoid the parking fee? Are there other places to park for free? Or must we park in the pay lot?

How strict is the No Pets policy? I was just at Lowe's last night. The sign on the door says "Service Animals Only," but I asked an employee, and he said I could bring Bailey into the store. I did, she was great, and made a lot of friends.

This article would suggest it is QUITE strict. It appears the policy is in place primarily to protect wildlife. I can understand that: the last squirrel Bailey got her chompers on lived only about 12 seconds.

Keeping dogs on a leash would seem to solve that problem, though. The article says they tried a leash rule, but people did not abide by it. And they did not pick up their dogs' crap. Sounds like age old scenario of a few douchebags ruining things for everyone else.

Any informed answers to these parking- and pet-related questions will be greatly appreciated.

I understand where you're coming from, but I would argue that since Metro just spent tens of thousands of dollars on this course for us that we support that effort by simply paying the $5.00 or by buying the annual pass for $40. If they immediately see a benefit from this project then the chances of us getting a chance to do this again somewhere will be that much better.

No pets. None. Please don't bring them. The last thing we want at this point is people ignoring the rules. Hopefully people will respect this park and its rules. If we do that... then we won't end up with another Columbia View situation

Jeff

[keith_shupp]

I went out today to the opening and cant believe I have a course about one mile from work and 3 miles from home. I would like to thank Jeff Hagerty,Stumptown, David Munk,Keen shoes and Next Adventure for all there hard work at getting this done. I would also like to thank Metro parks and all the people who were invold from Multnomah county,City of Fairview and the city of Gresham.

We must help prove to the county that we support what they have done for us. paying $5 will be a stepping stone to growing this course and getting more funding for the course. This is what help us build courses in the state parks in Oregon by paying the fee and coming out year around. I know that I will be more than happy to pay to play at a great course made by great people. I support the rule leave your dogs at home disc golfers dont belive in using a leash. I know there are a few who do use a leash but come on there are way to many who dont.

Thank you people very much.

P.S. Please dont burn Jeff Hagerty out he still has more work to do.

[InfamousButcher]

Haters are gonna hate but I thought this course was pure gold. It was brutal and challenging but we fought as hard as we could and managed to shave off a few strokes here and there. Some hole length and tall grass searching was mentally+physically straining. I think that this course will make everyone who frequents it a stronger and smarter golfer. Cant wait to see it evolve over the years. THANK YOU Jeff and everyone else who helped put this together. What a great milestone for Oregon DiscGolf.

[ryanajanes]

course was really hard. i got sunburned pretty bad. had to look for at least 20 discs. got cut up by blackberries. HAD AN AWESOME TIME. awesome course lol

[Scott]

So, how rough is this course, exactly? I'm hearing lots of reports already on lost discs, tall grass, etc...

[Bullseye]

Originally Posted by Scott

So, how rough is this course, exactly? I'm hearing lots of reports already on lost discs, tall grass, etc...

Keep it between the lines and you'll be fine. Don't... and ya won't.

[jdinteg]

The course is not rough, the rough is rough though! Lost 5-discs today. Learned on 5-holes how to throw my lines correctly next time. Still not sure the best technique on hole 17 yet. That hole is challenging.