The Meeks Table Research Natural Area is in the William O. Douglas Wilderness. After several days of heavy rain and wind […]
Bear Creek Mountain Undone
On my second day of hiking in the Central Cascades of Washington State, I drove the very rough road to […]
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A late Summer Hike to Burnt Lake and East Zigzag Mountain
Waterfalls, one of the prettiest lakes in the Mt. Hood area and a mountain to climb – – – this hike […]
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A Climb to the Summit of an Extinct Volcanic Cinder and Lava Cone
Like U.S. Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas, some of my favorite outings have been on the Tumac Plateau. In […]
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Chinook Pass Outing
Arriving on a sunny afternoon in the Central Cascade Mountains of Washington State, I decided to stop on the top […]
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A Wonderful Hike along Siouxon Creek
On a cool, late summer day we hiked in a hidden gem of an old-growth forest. The trail followed the Siouxon […]
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Renewing Old Friendships
It’s fascinating to attend the reunion of your high school graduating class. Even though it may have been many years […]
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Where there is Smoke there is Fire
What a vacation! We planned to spend a few pleasant days with friends in Twisp Washington, enjoy a couple of […]
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Lost in the Wilderness
For my 501st blog post, I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you that read and follow my blog. […]
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Gnarl Ridge, Elk Meadows and Bushwhacking too
Gnarl Ridge, topped by Lamberson Butte, is one of the most scenic areas on Mt. Hood. Toss in a trip […]