Posts tagged PNW

I get anxious before a hard climb. Glacier Peak was not an exception; the nightmares and dreaming started on Tuesday night. It was way too early …

The Olympic Peninsula is one of my favorite weekend getaways from Seattle, and I enjoy its many options while looking for new adventures. With most of …

The resorts are closed, so the only alternative is to pack up the touring skis and head to the backcountry. After finding Turns All Year …

After taking the Washington Alpine Club’s Basic Climbing Class last year, I wanted to climb more, so I decided to learn to backcountry ski this …

Tucked away in northern Washington, the North Cascades National Park is explored by locals. Set aside to protect the northern Cascadian mountain range that spans …

With the seasons changing, it was time to get a few more hikes in before the snow falls and ski season begins. The last trail near …

After Toleak Point hike last year for my birthday, Andy and I decided to do it again as an end of summer hike and invite friends. …

I am not a huge fan for decorating for holidays or seasons. However, in the fall, you can find me drinking pumpkin lattes, beer, and apple …

Summer has come and gone. From the start on June 21st to September 23rd, it was a busy summer. With the nice weather it is …

Famed as one of the best day hikes in Rainier National Park, the Summerland trail has great views of Rainier while on the trail. Even …