About us
!Greetings and Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to check out the originality (no cheap imitations here!) and camaraderie that !Paulina Peak Social Club! (PPSC) has to offer!
When I first started Paulina Peak Social Club in March 2020, quarantine hit the world. I had just moved to La Pine to care give for my mom with four days to spare before lock down. I had no idea what to do with myself because I knew no one. Thus began PPSC as a way to meet friends, maintain my longstanding sobriety (I have events where there's alcohol and it doesn't bother me if YOU drink) and to give back to the community. I moved to Bend at the end of 2020 and it was then that this group became the catalyst for myself and countless others to meet Like-Minded People.
Tom Kraus, my Co-Organizer, joined the team and added Biking, Men's only events and Personality to the "club". (He calls this a "club" because it's classier than "group"). He is worth his weight in gold and a valuable asset on every event! THANK YOU TOM!
PPSC is a small, friendly, diversified group of ages from 45-?. You will find down-to-earth members (a melting pot really) who enjoy hiking, camping, kayaking, snowshoeing, snow and water sports along with experiencing Central Oregonβs food scene and breweries. Most of us have never felt more alive and fit than we do living in Bend. We explore Bend, Sunriver, La Pine, Sisters, Redmond, and surrounding areas.
Guidelines:
*Please Keep your RSVP current at all times. No-Shows are No-Go's and I have no tolerance for No-Shows.
*On any outdoor event I expect that you are prepared with The 10 Essentials (https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/).
ALWAYS bring water no matter WHAT! Know your physical limitations and please don't sign up for an event you question your ability. It's very taxing on the Sweep when individuals are much slower and have difficulty keeping up.
*Most of my hikes are at a MODERATE pace. We tend to be on the faster side. Please be aware of this prior to signing up.
*In almost all cases, I do not allow anyone to leave an outdoor event midstream and return back to the trailhead without being accompanied by another member. If you have tight plans, outdoor events can never be predicted and can last longer than what I had projected. PLAN ACCORDINGLY.
*Food Truck events: I have no issues with anyone arriving late. Just keep the RSVP current. I am aware of who's there and who's not on ALL of my events. wink wink.
*I will usually ask you arrive a little early to outdoor events. The event starts at a specific time, that doesn't mean to ARRIVE at that time; It means we're LEAVING at that time.
*My motto: IF YOUR EARLY, YOUR ON TIME. IF YOUR ON TIME, YOUR LATE.
*Please keep your Photo Profile updated, with only YOURSELF.
*Dogs are not allowed on hikes unless specifically noted. Well behaved dogs are welcome at any food truck events but must be kept on a leash. Many of my food truck events are quite full so please take this into consideration.
*If you have any questions, comments or complaints...please message me.
Hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing: All skill levels are welcome. Each event will disclose the location, skill level, distance and approximate duration, and gear and equipment required. PPSG recommends you pack the βTen Essentialsβ for all hiking events: https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/
Pets are only allowed when noted on the event.
ATTENDING EVENTS
Please read the entire event description before signing up and only sign-up for events within your capabilities. If you RSVP and can't make it...UNRSVP!
All events have an attendee limit. Attendee limits are determined by the nature of the event and the number of Event Hosts attending an event.
Events fill-up quickly. Members are encouraged to download the Meetup app to receive notifications for events as soon as they are posted.
When an event is full (reached its attendee limit), you may be assigned to the Waitlist. If spots open up, members are automatically RSVPed to the event in the order that they joined the Waitlist. Please be patient if youβre on the Waitlist. It's common for the head count to fall as an event gets closer, and most likely you will be RSVPed.
### Liability Waiver for Outdoor Activities
1. Assumption of Risk The Participant understands that participating in any PPSG activity involves certain inherent risks, including but not limited to: unpredictable weather conditions, uneven terrain, physical exertion, and potential contact with plants or wildlife. By signing below, the Participant voluntarily assumes all risks associated with these activities.
2. Release and Waiver of Liability The Participant hereby releases, waives, and forever discharges the Volunteer Organizer from any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from the Participantβs involvement in the aforementioned activities.
3. Medical Treatment The Participant hereby releases and forever discharges the Volunteer Organizer from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any first aid, treatment, or service rendered in connection with the Participant's involvement in the activities.
4. Volunteer Status of Organizer The Participant acknowledges that the Organizer is acting as a non-compensated volunteer and is not providing professional guiding services, medical expertise, or commercial transport.
5. Indemnification The Participant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Volunteer Organizer from any loss, liability, damage, or cost they may incur due to the Participantβs presence at or participation in the activities, whether caused by the negligence of the Organizer or otherwise.
Featured event
!Where PPSC Friends Gather For FUN! @ CRUX FERMENATION
Paulina Peak Social Club is celebrating 6.5 years in motion! YOUZERS!
**The semi-annual (every 6 months) Meet-Up Organizer fees for Paulina Peak Social Club (Organizers are responsible for the fee to run the club) are due Oct 5th, 2026. I will begin collecting donations at this event (it usually only takes ONE event to collect the money) of $179.00 that's due. There will be a donation basket for those that would like to contribute a "casual cash donation".
*SOME HAVE ASKED IF I DO VENMO. I DO NOT. If you wish to donate and can't make the event, you can give it to me when you see me at any event or catch me in 6 months when I do this again!
LET'S GIVE A FAREWELL TO SEPTEMBER with Yummy food, good beverages and better company!!! Guests are allowed!
There is no live music so we can enjoy each other without competing with live music and an over crowded event!
If the weather continues to be so nice, we will sit in the back, under the trees and on the rocky area with plenty of picnic tables and mingling room!
Crux Fermentation did an overhaul of their venue and they have reopened it. Looking forward to a New And Revised Crux!
Crux Fermentation Project in Bend, Oregon
Join us for a good time at the excellent Crux Fermentation Project brewpub. The pub has an extensive beer selection with several non-alcoholic options plus a varied food menu. In addition, there are a couple of food trucks as well, and Mt Bachelor views to boot!
ATTENDING EVENTS
Please read the entire event description before signing up and only sign-up for events within your capabilities. If you RSVP and can't make it...UNRSVP!
All events have an attendee limit. Attendee limits are determined by the nature of the event and the number of Event Hosts attending an event.
Events fill-up quickly. Members are encouraged to download the Meetup app to receive notifications for events as soon as they are posted.
When an event is full (reached its attendee limit), you may be assigned to the Waitlist. If spots open up, members are automatically RSVPed to the event in the order that they joined the Waitlist. Please be patient if youβre on the Waitlist. It's common for the head count to fall as an event gets closer, and most likely you will be RSVPed.
If you are unable to attend an event, please unRSVP prior to the event. This allows members on the Waitlist to be RSVPed. I don't need a reason or explanation as to WHY you can't attend.
No shows will be marked as such and after three no shows you will be a βno go.β
RISKS AND WAIVER
No activity is without risk. Please read the entire event description before signing up and only sign up for events within your capabilities. PPSG members are responsible for making their own decision on acceptable
Upcoming events
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!ROCK'N A SATURDAY EVENING w/LIVE TUNES of "ALMOST" @ On Tap!
On Tap, 1424 NE Cushing Dr., Bend, OR, US- Join PPSC and the truly wonderful members for an evening of entertainment, beverages, chow and friends!
- We will more than likely be outside!
- .LIVE MUSIC WITH "ALMOST"
- SATURDAY, Sept 19
- 6:00β―PM 8:00β―PM
- ON TAP1424 NORTHEAST CUSHING DRIVEBEND, OR, 97701UNITED STATES(MAP)
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- ALMOST is a popular local Bend cover band that plays high-energy rock, pop, and blues covers from the 1970s through the 1990s. They are known for performing crowd-favorite hits in a way that sounds "almost exactly the way you remember"
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- Welcome to On Tap - Your Ultimate Beer Garden Experience in Bend
Nestled in the heart of scenic Central Oregon, On Tap is the perfect spot to enjoy a refreshing drink, a delicious meal, and a view! Located on Bendβs Eastside, we feature 35 rotating taps, offering a diverse selection of craft beer, cider, wine, and kombucha, ensuring there's something for everyone.
Our award-winning food truck lot (voted Best Food Truck Lot by the Central Oregon community in 2020, 2021, 2023, and 2024) brings a variety of mouth-watering options to satisfy every palate. Whether you're craving a savory bite or a sweet treat, we've got you covered.
Newly Renovated Tap House & Spacious Beer Garden
Step inside our freshly renovated indoor tap house, where you'll find comfortable communal seating, cozy heaters, and TVs to enjoy the game or catch some entertainment. Outside, our spacious beer garden offers plenty of room to spread out, play lawn games, and gather around our inviting fire pits - perfect for a relaxed afternoon or evening with friends and family.
Events & Fun for All Ages
There's always something exciting happening at On Tap! From live music and trivia nights to bingo and unique beer and food events, weβre committed to keeping things fun and fresh. And yes, weβre dog-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friends along for the ride!
Whether youβre here for a quick drink, a meal with friends, or a fun evening out with the whole family, On Tap is the place to be.
We canβt wait to see you soon!### LOCATION
1424 NE Cushing Dr.
ATTENDING EVENTSPlease read the entire event description before signing up and only sign-up for events within your capabilities. If you RSVP and can't make it...UNRSVP!
All events have an attendee limit. Attendee limits are determined by the nature of the event and the number of Event Hosts attending an event.
Events fill-up quickly. Members are encouraged to download the Meetup app to receive notifications for events as soon as they are posted.When an event is full (reached its attendee limit), you may be assigned to the Waitlist. If spots open up, members are automatically RSVPed to the event in the order that they joined the Waitlist. Please be patient if youβre on the Waitlist. It's common for the head count to fall as an event gets closer, and most likely you will be RSVPed.
If you are unable to attend an event, please unRSVP prior to the event. This allows members on the Waitlist to be RSVPed. I don't need a reason or explanation as to WHY you can't attend.
No shows will be marked as such and after three no shows you will be a βno go.β16 attendees
!Now THIS is an AUTUMN Hike! Tumalo Falls To Happy Valley, Moderate Out-n-Back
Tumalo Falls Trailhead, Tumalo Falls Road, Bend, OR, US*TIME IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO WEATHER.
*This is considered a MODERATE TO CHALLENGING hike, APPROX 6-7 MILES TOTAL.
THIS IS AN OUT AND BACK. WE DO NOT CROSS THE RIVER BUT GO STRAIGHT TO HAPPY VALLEY (providing the bugs, the overgrowth, the heat and the crowds don't prevent us from going all the way.)My review on alltrails from last September: Awesome trail. Counter clock wise is best. The waterfalls are breathtaking. Trail is dirt, rocks, pine needles. Bugs were minimal. Arrive early!
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/tumalo-falls-loop
COME PREPARED. 10 ESSENTIALS, WATER, SNACK, POLE(S), PROPER BOOTS, BUG/SUN SPRAY, ARRIVE EARLY!
*Take Skyliners Rd to Tumalo Falls Rd
20 min (11.5 mi)######
"Highlights include numerous waterfalls, well-maintained trails, and beautiful views. Challenges involve river crossings and a lot of mosquitoes. Bring bug spray and arrive early for parking."
"Waterfalls galore, trail easy to walk, good shade mostly, fewer people early. Parking gets more crowded and by 1:00pm on return too many people. One spot was tricky to find the trail, it required a river crossing over a log. Returning the vegetation was very different. Overall a good 3.5 hour hike."
6.9miLength
1,223ftElevation gain
3h 15mEstimated time
Loop
No dogs and no camping are allowed inside this watershed.**The trail runs past Tumalo Falls, Doulble Falls, Upper Falls, North Fork Falls, and Bridge Creek Falls, among others. The viewpoint for Tumalo Falls is a few steps from the parking lot or a short trail to the top. The 97-foot fall along Tumalo Creek is one of the tallest and most beautiful waterfalls in Central Oregon. The USFS has developed viewpoints both at the top (0.5 miles up the trail) and near the base of the falls making the views easy for everyone.\n\nAs you continue up North Fork Trail you will pass several other waterfalls before crossing Middle Fork Tumalo Creek via a cut log bridge. Thereafter North Fork Trail passes several more waterfalls before the Swampy Lake Trail return route (about 300 yards past the Swampy Lake Trail trailhead, marked by a sign for Bridge Creek, is a beautiful meadow called Happy Valley, which is worth a look though not on this route). The Swampy Lake Trail requires crossing Middle Fork Tumalo Creek again, this time without a bridge. Some downed trees can be used to cross but require great balance; otherwise, you have to wade through thigh-to-waist-deep frigid water for about 50 feet. The Bend Watershed starts approximately a mile further and continues along Bridge Creek Trail until you return to North Fork Trail.
Hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing: All skill levels are welcome. Each event will disclose the location, skill level, distance and approximate duration, and gear and equipment required. PPSG recommends you pack the βTen Essentialsβ for all hiking events: https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/
Pets are only allowed when noted on the event.
ATTENDING EVENTS
Please read the entire event description before signing up and only sign-up for events within your capabilities. If you RSVP and can't make it...UNRSVP!
All events have an attendee limit. Attendee limits are determined by the nature of the event and the number of Event Hosts attending an event.
Events fill-up quickly. Members are encouraged to download the Meetup app to receive notifications for events as soon as they are posted.
When an event is full (reached its attendee limit), you may be assigned to the Waitlist. If spots open up, members are automatically RSVPed to the event in the order that they joined the Waitlist. Please be patient if youβre on the Waitlist. It's common for the head count to fall as an event gets closer, and most likely you will be RSVPed.### Liability Waiver for Outdoor Activities
1. Assumption of Risk The Participant understands that participating in any PPSG activity involves certain inherent risks, including but not limited to: unpredictable weather conditions, uneven terrain, physical exertion, and potential contact with plants or wildlife. By signing below, the Participant voluntarily assumes all risks associated with these activities.
2. Release and Waiver of Liability The Participant hereby releases, waives, and forever discharges the Volunteer Organizer from any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from the Participantβs involvement in the aforementioned activities.
3. Medical Treatment The Participant hereby releases and forever discharges the Volunteer Organizer from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any first aid, treatment, or service rendered in connection with the Participant's involvement in the activities.
4. Volunteer Status of Organizer The Participant acknowledges that the Organizer is acting as a non-compensated volunteer and is not providing professional guiding services, medical expertise, or commercial transport.
5. Indemnification The Participant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Volunteer Organizer from any loss, liability, damage, or cost they may incur due to the Participantβs presence at or participation in the activities, whether caused by the negligence of the Organizer or otherwise.19 attendees
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