Waldo Lake

Background: This brochure was part of a pilot project, and it was used as part of the larger roll out and implementation of a new set of visual branding standards. Focused on one of the more popular recreation areas on Willamette National Forest, the brochure served its intended purpose, and it continues to be used and given out in Ranger Stations more than ten years after it was created. I was the designer for this project, and in addition to taking the photographs I also drafted the language.

Method of distribution: in person
Format: printed pdf (hardcopy)
Created in: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator

The cover for the Waldo Lake brochure, from the USDA Forest Service.

Nature Matters Nestled up against wilderness, Waldo Lake is one of the largest and deepest lakes in Oregon. Not only is Waldo Lake the headwaters of the Middle Fork of the Willamette River (a National Wild and Scenic River), scientific studies have determined that Waldo Lake is one of the most dilute lakes in the world with a water chemistry similar to that of distilled water. Waldo Lake honors Judge John Breckenridge Waldo, a prominent conservationist who was instrumental in the protection of the area by the creation of the Cascade Forest Reserve in 1893. In 1908 portions of the Cascade Forest Reserve became the Cascade National Forest, and in 1933 the Cascade National Forest merged with the Santiam National Forest to form the Willamette National Forest. The area around Waldo Lake was further protected in 1984 when it was officially designated as the Waldo Lake Wilderness. The Wilderness System was established "for the use and enjoyment of the American people in such a manner as will leave them unimpaired for future use and enjoyment as wilderness." Boat motor use is restricted to electric motors only; 10 m.p.h. or less. Generator and chainsaw use are prohibited in undeveloped areas around Waldo Lake. Must stay at Waldo Lake while mooring boats. Islands are day-use only; no overnight camping. Weed-free feed is required for pack/saddle animals. Waldo Lake is surrounded by a Wilderness Area; the campgrounds, the lake itself and the trail around the lake are NOT in the Wilderness Area. Nature Provides Campgrounds: 1) Harralson Horse Camp: 5 sites 2) North Waldo Campground: 58 sites 3) Islet Campground: 55 sites 4) Shadow Bay Campground: 92 sites Reservations: (877) 444-6777 Stay Limit: maximum of 14 days out of every 60. Fires: Never leave unattended; use local firewood. Pets: Must be on a leash at all times; not allowed on swimming beaches. Quiet Hours: 10 p.m.-8 a.m. (only campers in registered campsites are allowed in campgrounds between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.) USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Willamette National Forest Middle Fork Ranger District Wilderness Rules Self-issued Permit required for entry. Group size is limited to 12 people. No motorized/mechanized equipment (including bicycles.) No cutting standing trees or vegetation. No campfires within 100 feet of any water. No hitching, tethering, picketing or securing any pack or saddle stock within 200 feet of any lake, stream, spring or shelter. No discharging of firearms within 150 yards of any campsite of across a body of water. Note: A Recreation Pass is required for vehicle parking at various trailheads between May 15th and October 1st. Northwest Forest Passes are available at ranger stations and many local businesses. For more information: Middle Fork Ranger Disrict 46375 Highway 58 Westfir, Oregon 97492 (541) 782-2283