Cornucopia - Projects, Plans and Pack Trips

Yes!! That IS a vehicle you see parked in front of the lodge!!

Yes!! That IS a vehicle you see parked in front of the lodge!!

We are (finally) able to drive up again!  While the path is still a little narrow through some of the snow fields, access IS possible and it's always a wonderful day when we can once again use only ONE mode of transportation to come and go! While we've been on "lock down", we've been busy little beavers working on a variety of small projects (can you see one in the picture above?) as we waited for the snow to start it's slow retreat from the onslaught of spring's warmer temperatures (although "warm" is relative this time of year!)  And, now that access is somewhat easier, we'll be moving on to some larger projects in our constant quest to improve. 

AND... be watching our Facebook page for an exciting new promotion this week!  In conjunction with our partners (GoWild: American Adventures; Hells Canyon Adventures; Blue Mountain Outfitters; and more to be announced) we will be doing a Facebook "Share" campaign each week for at least 4 weeks!  Each week will have a drawing from those who've "shared" the post for that week.  Each weeks winner will receive a "gift basket" of items from each of our partners including branded gear, books and more.  Then, at the end of the 4 weeks, a winner will be drawn from everyone who shared over the course of the promotion, for a "Getaway" adventure including lodging, jet boat ride, hiking, and gear!  Make sure you're "following" us on Facebook @CornucopiaLodge so you can enter this exciting give a way!!

"In God’s wilderness lies the hope of the world – the great fresh, unblighted, unredeemed wilderness.”- John Muir

"In God’s wilderness lies the hope of the world – the great fresh, unblighted, unredeemed wilderness.”- John Muir

Like many of you, we've been dreaming and planning as we hunker down and wait out the world's craziness.  Many of those dreams and plans have featured YOU and how we can safely and creatively provide you with an AMAZING place to recreate, refresh, and restore your soul.  We have been putting together our "Co-Vid 19" action plan for going forward that will outline and determine our methods, policies and procedures for everything from cleaning cabins to serving food to leading pack trips.  Any guest who wishes, may, upon booking, request a copy of the pertinent Co-Vid 19 plan. 

“Mountains are loneliness and mystery. To them throughout the ages man has gone, humbly and afoot, to dream his dreams and seek his God”

“Mountains are loneliness and mystery. To them throughout the ages man has gone, humbly and afoot, to dream his dreams and seek his God”

One of the above-mentioned plans is for PACK TRIPS!  Back country trips into the Eagle Cap wilderness offer fresh air, vast areas that are the epitome of social distancing, amazing views and quiet solitude, and adventure on a grand scale.  For 2020, we have put together a variety of packages and options for your summer adventures that feature the absolute BEST environment in today's new "norm" where individuals are encouraged to avoid crowds, enclosed community spaces and travel of any significant distance.  Be watching our website for the dates of pre-scheduled trips (including some "dip your toe" types of horse-based trips for our horse-camp families).  Or, call today to reserve your preferred dates for your private trip, day ride or lodging.


Stay safe everyone and we hope to see you this summer for your next AMAZING adventure!!

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April 2020 Newsletter "Cornucopia - Over a Century of Social Distancing"

April 2020 Newsletter "Cornucopia - Over a Century of Social Distancing"


Nearly 150 years ago, the first settlers, miners & explorers started arriving here in northeastern Oregon, and specifically here in Pine Valley and Cornucopia.  While gold, excellent ranching opportunities and the possibility of a new start all were some of the core reasons for their immigration west, so too was the desire for "elbow room" which was getting increasingly rare in the east.  "Social Distancing" was not yet coined as a term, but those early settlers would certainly have understood it - and agreed with it's value even if that "value" has a slightly different connotation today.