New Visitor Center at Mt. Rainier Sneak Peek
Being a “Mount Rainier VIP” (did you realize that volunteers are labeled “VIPs” because they are “Volunteers In Parks?”) allowed me to recently take a private tour of the new Jackson Visitor Center and remodeled Paradise Inn. Both are still under construction (which has consumed the Paradise upper lot for the last 2 summers) but [...]
Top 5 Training Myths for Endurance Athletes: The Alternative Truths
I think these tips apply to all of us who are Endurance Hikers / Backpackers too! ( I know this is from the Powerbar website, and I am not trying to plug them on purpose, but hey its good info so I left it intact..) By: Fiona Lockhart, CTS Pro Coach An abundance of information [...]
Is ‘Nalgene’ Hazardous to Your Health?
by Rich Kassel December 2007 Earlier this month, Mountain Equipment Co-op, the “REI of Canada,” pulled its Nalgene bottles from its shelves, citing concern over potential health risks. It seems that those iconic bottles (Neat colors! Cool graphics! Originally used in laboratories!) that are ubiquitous in backpacks, dorm rooms and office refrigerators are made of [...]
Wonderland Trail and Backcountry Camp Conditions Aug 3rd 2007
Take a look at some flood damage pictures from the NPS. The Trail Crew clearing a large tree from the Wonderland Trail NEWS: August 3, 2007 – The park is now accepting Wonderland Trail reservations. The park experienced severe flooding in November 2006. Travel here for more information. Mount Rainier can receive 700 or more [...]
Scenes of Skagway June 2007
Smuggler’s Cove outside of Skagway Alaska Downtown Skagway
Highline Trail Mt. Adams, Wa
Take a look at some pictures of my hike around Mt. Adams I will post a trip report soon
Timberline Trail trip report 7/30/04 – 8/1/04
We arrived at Timberline Lodge about 8:30, which gave us until 9:00 to meet the rest of the group. Tori, Drew, and I walked up to the lodge and admired the displays about Timberline Lodge and its construction. I guess Heidi the St. Bernard is on vacation during the summer. We met up with Mike [...]
Box Canyon to Panhandle Gap, WA
Directions: The road to this trailhead is generally closed from November to May. Check the Mt. Rainier National Park website for the Stevens Canyon Road opening and closing dates. From Portland, take I-5 north for about 70 miles. Take exit 68 from I-5 to Hwy 12. Drive about 59 miles from I-5 to Packwood. Drive [...]
Mt. St. Helens Crater Rim, WA
Originally uploaded by hikingdrew Switchback Steve took this awesome shot the week after we made a summit in the freezing rain. While we could not even see the dome when I went, he returned to find the weather and the winds were cooperating. Thanks Steve! Directions: From Seattle take I-5 south and exit I-5 to [...]
Mt. Rainier gears up for summer, but read on for details
Posted by Terry Richard June 18, 2007 08:59AM Categories: Western Washington Planning a summer visit to Mount Rainier National Park? Be sure to check ahead to make sure the roads and trails you plan to use will be open. The mammoth rain storms of last November left the park with much to repair. Click on [...]