Olympic Coast backpack
With the kid safely off to college, Mr. Adventure and I abandon the empty nest for a backpacking trip to the Olympic coast.
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Mount Rainier backcountry: Carbon Glacier
With rain in the forecast, our day hike to Carbon Glacier turns into an opportunity to watch the seasons tick over from summer to fall in the blink of an eye.
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Mount Rainier backcountry: Yellowstone Cliffs and Windy Gap
Forest fires almost kiboshed the trip, but inspired thinking led to an inspiring backcountry adventure at Mount Rainier.
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Berkeley Park overnight
Marmots, mountain goats, and bears — oh my! Testing gear and stamina on an overnight trip to Berkeley Park at Mount Rainier National Park.