Hood will be the best this time of year, super clear, super sunny, super quick (compared to Santiam). Santiam has a 40 mile drive north to get into the Portland area, so we shave about an hour off going Hood (At least, in my experience).
Meet can't be at my house, roommates would probably kill me. Sorry. Wish I could have em here.
Also, with Zach here, how much should I bring for gas?