My idea of an excellent day is one spent outdoors in a national park, national forest, or wilderness area. The more I explore the wilderness outside, the more I connect with my inner adventurer. I share my experiences on my blog, where I write to inspire others to explore and steward their public lands. Because as John Muir observed, going outside is really going in.
My love of national parks led me to write a book about the history of North Cascades National Park, a little-known gem here in Washington. Crown Jewel Wilderness: Creating North Cascades National Park is published by Washington State University Press and available at your local bookstore or favorite online retailer. The park turned 50 in 2018 and it was great fun to be part of the celebration.
Now I’m working on a new project, based on my quest to visit all of Washington’s state parks. It’ll keep me busy for a while–there are more than 100 parks in The Evergreen State. Please follow my blog for updates.