Tag: PNW hiking
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Barclay Lake Hike
After going a year an a half without much hiking, this 4.4 mile round trip without much elevation gain was a blessing! The day after this hike I hardly had any muscle soreness and was ready for more hikes. This trail is a popular hike for beginner hikers, backpackers, and families with kids. For those…
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Monumental Mount. St Helens
When I think back to Mount. St Helens, I think of a week’s journey through the blast zone in a van full of college students and camping under the stars in old growth forests. To see the mountain or say volcano up close is and always awe inspiring experience. This May 18th, will be 40…
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Don’t Be A Trail Jerk During The Corona Virus
Last year I wrote a post about not being a trail jerk. The post received many positive review from others who had experienced not so nice behavior from other trail users. As I write this post, some local trails and parks have opened for day used here in Washington. But still, before the mandatory stay…
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Hikes Around Western Washington
Where do I go next to hike? A question most natives to PNW ask themselves when summer rolls around. Finding great hiking trails with or without a lot of people are abundant around Western Washington. Here are my favorite hikes to do. I believe Mt. Baker national forest is a best kept secret when it…
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