The Forest Service’s Last Stand in the North Cascades
In the 1960s, the Forest Service tried hard to retain jurisdiction over Cascade Pass, but couldn’t overcome public opinion — and the President.
In the 1960s, the Forest Service tried hard to retain jurisdiction over Cascade Pass, but couldn’t overcome public opinion — and the President.
Three weeks as a creative resident at the North Cascades Institute’s Environmental Learning Center has been an enriching experience.
Twelve years and 364 days after my first hike to Cascade Pass, I went back. Spoiler alert: it’s still stunning.