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Dave
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First of, let me introduce myself (I'm brand new to the forum). My name is Max 18 years old, live in Spokane. I've recently adopted to a mor hostil life style, hoping for the best for me. Will be going to collge here soon, to major in Archaeology. Also speak French and and some Spanish. Those are some pretty interesting things I would like to share with you all.
But anywhos. I've recently got a crazy idea to backpack from Spokane, Washington to Portland, Oregon. I was actually wondering if this would be acheivable, legally. I have a route planned out (roughly), but I was wondering if I needed a camping license, or something similar to camp in certain places. This is my first time going on a long-distance hike like that. I was wondering what your advice would be for me.
Thank you!!
-- Dog friendly
-- NW Forest Pass
-- Multiple, I do mean multiple, water sources
-- Minimum of 2 miles
-- Easy to moderate in difficulty. Siouxon Creek #130, between the trailhead and junction #130A, is an ideal example of the level of difficulty in terrian/altitude gain I would like to have in a hike.
I am also looking for someone who would like to join me on some adventures. I leisurely walk, stopping and looking at everything; not in any hurry to reach the destination, just livin' in the moment.
Thanks.
will be parking on hwy 20
any suggestions or tips? i've never been to this area and am always willing to take some input from those who have been.
Do we need a permit or is there someplace else that has great trails
Thanks
Amy
Can any one could recomend me any days hikes?
Anyone know of open trails between Portland and Newport? Headed west for the weekend, would like to stop for an overnighter to test the new tent. What better weather than the current! Looked at Tillamook National, but it looks like all open trails are OHV or equestrian. Any ideas? Just want a short hike in, 2 mi or so...
Thanks :)
I will be traveling to Northwest Washington for July and I would like to backpack in Olympic National Forest. My partner and I will be able to hike for about three to five days and would really like to see some of the unbeaten areas (if they exist) within Olympic National Park. Does anyone have any suggestions? We are in good health and in our 30's so I hope anything. In addition, we will be driving from Colorado, and I am wondering if someone could suggest a trail that might be easier to access with our drive.
Thank you all for your consideration.
From the Rockies.
I was told Mink lake is a destination and there are plenty of options along the way but i am open to ideas. Would look to camp by water that has fishing opportunities for me and the family. Kids are fit and could likely hike several hours per day but not full day hikes each day.
Any feedback or suggestions is greatly appreciated.
Thank you
*Does anyone have any experience with this tent? Here is a link to their site:
http://www.lightheartgear.com/index.php?main page=index&cPath=1
So, I have the SoLong for my 1 person, have a GoLite Eden 2 for my 2 person tent. I like having the 3 poles for support and stability. Then I have a Big Agnus 3 person for longer 2 person treks...then a Black Diamond Mega Light for my 3-4 person (or my other spacious 2 person) tent. I had my wife sew in some mesh lining to the tarp for bug protection and have yet to ever use the bug nest (I have it, just do not need it). Then for the family I have a GoLite Shangra La 6+ tent. It is huge and light weight! 5 of us can fit in there with our packs and the dog! Geezzz, I look like a tent junkie.......I guess the first step is admitting the problem.... ha-ha-ha
What does everyone else use for their tents? What do they like about them and what do they dislike?
Eric
Papa Sherpa
one thing i have done is replace my plastic water bottles with some single walled stainless ones that fit on top of my stove so i don't have to brin g a pot.
I have also contemplated replacing my sleeping pad with one of those foil lined car windshield sun shades. the idea is obviously to save weight and space. it will not be nearly as comfy but, it will reflect heat back to me and will provide a barier between me and the ground.
I replaced my knife and mini-tool kit with a leatherman tool...self explanatory
I have down graded my water filter with a small and light gravity system instead of the larger pump system i was using.
What have you guys done to save weight/space?
Thanks for any input
-Tom
So, long story short; I'm a poor college student/part-time mechanic/first time father and I wanted a GPS for my back packing trips. I could not afford one but, a family friwend gave me their hand-me-down garmin. only problem is, I am having a tough time figuring out how to use the thing. I mostly want to upload some topo maps (if possible), learn how to use the tracking feature (to track my trail, track distance, elevation changes, speed, time, etc...), and i'll need to know how to use the way point function.
I believe it's a garmin 72, but I will double check and upload a picture when i get back to the house.
if anyone has owned or owns one of these and would like to give me a quick run down on how to operate it, I would really appreciate it.
-Tom
EDIT: it's a Garmin 76s
I am relatively new to the backpacking scene but I have always been an athlete and adventurous thrill seeking guy. That said I have been researching the sisters mountains for great hike in camping options. Last year, we went on a backpacking trip to Mink lake using Cultus lake as our trailhead. The trip was 10 miles in and 10 miles out roundtrip. I'm looking to do another trip like this in June with friends. I am also curious about looping hikes where setting up camp a few nights in different places sounds ideal.
Any suggestions? We are all in shape and capable of any hiking.
Thank you for looking.
James
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Happy Trails,
Jeannie
What do you use for your jackets as well? I just bought some Nikwax that is a wash-in for my jackets... not sure how well it will work ~ as I have used the spray-on in pervious years.
Any suggestions/ideas?
I lived in Walla Walla, WA at the time, the trailhead was within a few hours drive. The hike was about 3 miles, very steep switchbacks almost the whole way. At the top was a beautiful glacial lake surrounded by stone mountain peaks; one of them was like the Half Dome in Yosemite. We could see bighorn sheep on the mountain faces, and found a carcass that had been partially eaten by mountain lion. The lake was sortof U-shaped, we camped on the interior of the U so the lake was almost all around. It was an AWESOME spot, but it was so long ago, I can't remember where we were!!! Can anyone help? Thanks
He who never thought to leave his backpack at the turn of a path cast the first stone.
For my part, I must admit that it has too often crossed my mind during my travels.
Until there was light!
Damn, but it's obvious! Yet who would think to buy a suitcase without wheels while a few years ago, each of us cursed this thing of torture just out of prehistory? And on what grounds the backpack is it excluded from the theory of evolution?
So I took the time to my position and very modestly, to imagine a backpack rolling on all types of terrain that I could finally get back on the trail in good conditions!
And this is the fruit not yet ripe for this work.
After holding a trial for a crossing of Iceland about 350 km on foot with 35 kg, and 400 km with 26 kg in the Pyrenees last summer for use at 70% HRP, snowfields and mountain passes, I am convinced interest of the Trekkady. But there is some places where it could be better to carry, hence the interesting switching from mode pulled without removing worn in 5 seconds (with a little experience).
As a reminder, as my creation has given rise to a probationary deposit of authorship in 2010 (legally valid in the Berne Union) and as technical solutions are not described in this video, there is no public disclosure, so I can always file a patent later (the subtleties of Intellectual Property ...).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsDZHJIRZEE
Guillaume
I have two children aged 10 and 12 and they love to fish too. We would like to hike out of Central Oregon (sisters, Bend) etc. in july or august.
Maybe 3 nights but given ages, hikes cant be too long and we want to move each night to a new lake that would offer fishing enroute and/or at the overnight. We are trying to avoid places that have any boating, car access etc. but are instead looking for a wilderness experience.
This is our wish list but understand it might not all be available.
Welcome any feedback from those of you have have experience or suggestions for us to consider.
Thanks in advance.
So I am planning a 6-7 day hike from Hwy 410 down to NFD 90 (or heading south to north). Since you have hiked the PCT, any advice on that area?
Barb
So here is my scenario: I have developed a case of tendonitis (bad enough that the doctor's quote was "oh' my" when I showed him my ankle) so, sadly my Asolo Moran full boots are going to need to be replaced. I hike often in shoes.... however, there are times when I will go into the wilderness for 10+ days and when I do this, I may carry 50 lbs with food, tent, etc. The tendonitis seems to be getting worse and worse...and this is condition is perpetuated by a full boot.
So, my request is; I would like to hear anyone's feedback on a mid-boot. I want a liltte more support than what is typically found in my Scarpa hiking shoes.
Anyone have any suggestions/history on a good mid-height boot? Just curious for feedback.
Thanks.
Eric
I've just moved down to Corvallis oregon for school, and naturally i have loaded a backpack good for at max 3 days of back packing but i'd prefer 2 day trips. I am totally out of my element, down here. I'm from Washington where i can basicaly take a city bus to trail heads (yes ive done it many times, adds a few miles to any hike though)
Im just wondering if anyone know of a website like Wta.org....except for oregon.
and also curious if anyone know some sweet hikes for the fall that are with in an hour drive.
cheers,
Rex
IMO, now until the snow flies is the best time to Backpack. I intentionally hold off a bit on backpacking during early summer, so when late-summer and fall hit I'm out every chance I get..
The trip is a Dads and Daughters hike and I want to make sure we all have a great time.
Thanks to anyone with some insight or ideas!
Ideas or Input sought and thanks in advance!
Sheryl
Eagle Creek jumped out at me as one of the places to visit in the Columbia River Gorge area. I was thinking I'd want to hike all the way up to Tunnel Falls through verigo mile and possibly camp at Seven 1/2 camp.
so, Eagle Creek has a reputation of a great hike but crowded. Planning on hitting the trail on Monday or Tues morning in mid August. Will the crowds still be bad?...ie is it worth it?
Then, does it make sense to hike out the next day the same way we came? Would we do a loop. I saw Waltham lake, but it seemed to be multiple nights. Is there a 1 nighter loop? Can that Waltham Lake loop be done in 2 days/1 night.
Those are my questions. I plan to then jet further east in Oregon
-alexander
Thanks, Scott G
I am an Australian visiting Portland State University towards the end of August.
I would love to do some hiking/backpacking in the Oregon area in late August early September.
If anyone has a trip planned, and is happy for someone to tag along, I would like to hear from you. Multiple day hikes are fine.
Contact at roycesimmons@hotmail.com
Best Regards,
Steve
Anyone care to share your thoughts as to which you prefer and why?
Any suggestions on a backpacking trip for 3-5 days in the Pacific Northwest? Is snow still a concern? There will be three of us and we are experienced backpackers.
Thanks :)
I'm hoping for a recommendation. I am looking for a 3-4 day hike of intermediate or less skill level. My wife and I are planning on coming to the NW during the week of Aug 20-27.
I have spent a great deal of time hiking in British Columbia and the Olympics area in WA. I was thinking of a hike somewhere in Oregon or Idaho/Montana area. I've never seen either of those places. I am a bit worried b/c I'm planning this last minute and I'm not sure what limitations I will face.
Preferably , a hike with some good climbs, we would both be very happy.
Thanks for any tips.
-alexander
Some things I am thinking about: Hell's Canyon is 7 hours from Portland. It seems more spectacular overall (5000 foot river gorge). Is it worth all the extra driving for someone who is only around for 5 days?
What is Hell's Canyon like in July? Most of what I has read recommends it April-June. Is it unbearbly hot? Is ther enough water?
How crowded is the Columbia River Gorge during the week? We'll start on a Sunday and I expect the early trail to be crowded, but on Monday and after, will it be more like wilderness levels of solitude? Will we be able to hear I-84 the whole time?
Thanks for any input!
Thanks!
I'm looking for help finding a trail for a 5-day, 4-night backpacking trip. There are four of us, and we have a fair amount of backpacking experience. The hiking starts July 10 and ends the 14th.
The ideal trail would be:
-a loop (we are from DC, renting a car in Portland)
-have total mileage of 25 miles, give or take 5 miles. Day trip possibilities are a bonus.
-be within about a four hour drive of PDX
-snow-free
-have some spectacular views :)
-not TOO overriden with mosquitos, though perhaps this is too much to ask?
I have called some ranger stations and will call others, and also checked out several trail guides. But I wanted to ask here because people seem very friendly and this way I can maybe get some suggestions, do some research, and ask follow up questions, if you don't mind. :) Actually, the way I found this site was that this hike came up when I was googling: http://www.trailsnw.com/index.php?fuseaction=Trails.DisplayTrail&hike num=216
It looks great. Does anyone know if it is snow-free? Is it within Mount Baker/Snoqualmie or Gifford Pinchot?
Thanks for any help, pointers, or other information!
-William
Snow?
Mud?
Mosquitos?
Thanks
Jim
Looking at Gifford Pinchot but open to where.
Anybody wanna partner up?
Im 27 and male.
I'm moving back east in early August with the ol' pickup and am hoping to spend a few days in the Wallowas and/or Hell's Canyon and a few days in Glacier NP.
Does anyone have advice as to what I hikes I should do?
BTW Forest, I believe you know my coworker Shem Harding. He recommended your site and I'm glad he did.
Best,
Frazier
We have been planning this trip from last year.....Hiking Mt Jeff....We Hiking from Olallie Lake ( OMG the Masquitoes Sucked ASS.....) to Brighten Bush but then we had some Mechanical problems, we only were able to do about 14 miles and one night....So we hope the wether will be ok this July....we are setting of July 3rd hope to make it in 4-5 days....If this plan does not go we are on to plan B than we are doing the Olypmics.....Can anyone let us know of a 5 dayer in to Olympics that can take us from the Mt's to the Beaches...? Any help would be PERFECT....Thanks
S & B
I almost included an mp3 player (I know, even the suggestion is sacrilegious to some). I don't normally bring them on short trips, but they definitely helped pass some miles while on our long distance trips. Like kendalla, I would normally say I prefer the sounds of nature, but perhaps there is music that could heighten the experience of certain landscapes?
I also find 'camera weight' more acceptable than some. I attempted to cut some weight with a Gorilla Pod, but I hardly ever use it as much as I did a normal tripod, so one of these days I need to invest some cash in a good quality, but light weight tripod.
I know Ingalls & Duckabush are possible options given their low elevation.
Any other ideas out there?
I'm not looking to camp in the snow which certainly rules out many options this year. <sigh>
I have looked at the gorge, Breitenbush, and the Zig Zag mts area. Not sure what the snow levels are like right .
Advice???
Thanks,
Jeff
Do you have any trip recommendations that are dog friendly, 4-7 days, and likely doable in early July?
Thanks!
For hiking the great northwest, Forrest and I heavily use our "hiking bible" - Foghorn Outdoors Pacific Northwest Hiking. It doesn't always have the most detailed descriptions, but we leave it in our car so we are always able to find a trail when we're out and about (or a backup when our first trail doesn't work out).
What are your favorite "go to" hiking guide books when searching for information to plan your next hike?
I'm taking a business trip out to Portland, Oregon in the 2nd week of May and I decided to stay for the weekend and do some hiking. I've never been in the NW states before and I'm pretty excited.
Right now I'm trying to find a good 2-4 day backpacking trip that would be open that early in the year. My current thought is to go to the Columbia River Gorge. From what I've heard, this should be cleared out of snow (for the most part) by then.
Does anyone have any good loop recommendations for the gorge? Or any other places for that matter?
Also, where do I get trail maps for these parks? Would a gps be recommended?
Thanks!
My BF and I are hoping to hike a 39 mile stretch of the PCT from Hoodoo to Breitenbush lake. I have been trying to find maps but having any luck does anyone have suggestions?
Also any advice on this stretch of trail or info on your hike would be greatly appriceated!
thanks
Quick Hike up to Bridal Falls and part way to Lake Serene. Took our rescue dog Bear out for his first trail trip... The hike up to the falls was great. I decided after traveling most of the way to the lake that I was not going to risk the avalanche danger
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7uf1Ga1KERM
Great all year hike and great place for fishing.. Connects with the Pacific Northwest Trail.
Full Report
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fT89P4o8 v8
Here is a chance to share your spring trails and discover some new ones to hike off the winter blues. The trails need to be accessable sometime from March to early June and be in the NW (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and close boundry areas of those states). List the trail, location, time of year it is accessable, and any other info that may be helpfull {mileage, scenery rating(1-5), difficulty rating(1-5)}. Hopefully, it will help others(including myself) plan their spring backpacks. Happy trails!
This year we want to do another, only one problem. The success of last years trip, combined with the growth of our youth group, means more kids are going to want to go than the nine +3 adults we took last year. Pamelia will therefore be out of play, as we will have more than 12 in our group.
So question is, where can we take a group larger than 12 people, with great access to water, an easy to moderate hike in to the campsites, and preferably within two hours of Salem?
Anything out there fit the bill? I'm finding all sorts of great looking locations, but they are all in wilderness areas so group size is limited to 12.
Thanks for any help you can give.
-Rich
So what's your favorite training hike? I'm particularly looking for ones that open up in the early season. I think it'll be particularly difficult this year with the late, cool, wet spring we're having.
I'm 5'1", 125 pounds, and generally pack 50 - 60 pounds for a week-long trip (yeah, I know...).
Thoughts? Should I stick with what I know? Anyone know anything about the Xenon?
It's not helping my pack-envy that my husband is planning to get a new internal frame pack this spring, either...
here is is heather lake right after the heavy snow fall in February
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvgdL4bo25E
Enjoy!
We just got our packs, the stove, the other gear/equipment essentials, and have done our research, but just don't know where we want to go and what would be a good start for beginners.
We'd prefer something close to water sources (lakes, rivers) as we're really not interested in carrying our water in. Yes, we have a way to purify and filter our water.
Also, any yummy meal ideas outside of dehydrated eats would be nice.
Really, any tips would be much appreciated!
we are all used to hiking 10-13 miles a day, but the more i've read the more rigorus the trail is looking. So can anybody vouch for the dificulty of the "day to day" hiking? (steepness/ trail maintenance).
also on the topo maps ive seen the trail pushes above the 6000 ft a few times, in mid july does anyone know how much snow will be around the trail, were fine with snow but, im hoping to have a nice summer hike.
thanks in advance
I'm an avid hiker, nature enthusiast, easy-going young woman. I have a few girlfriends who are interested to do this backpacking trip, but we are hoping to form a larger group comprised of hikers who also have some experience with backpacking and hiking approx. 10 - 15 km/day.
I'm flexible about which National Park(s) we choose to explore, and can go on this trip any time within the date range listed above. If you're interested contact me and we can start corresponding!
Cheers
Kendra
Thanks for any information or action.
Mary K.
Perfect trip would include:
2 night stay with atleast one of those days like this:
-Starting out in a forest type atmosphere, maybe along a river, but not through it.
-Hiking up to a mountain peak by lunch. Medium difficulty.
-Hiking back down to a gorgeous lake to fish.
Any suggestions? I live in the Portland Metro Area, thx! Oh, and I don't want the area to be very crowded either :)
I'm looking for a good mid-range family tent (4+ people) that will be used for car-camping in shoulder-season weather and could use some suggestions.
To start with, I'm looking for the following in a tent:
*Waterproof - Must be able to hold up to puget sound shoulder-season camping.
*No, or very little condensation! Wife's biggest complaint about camping is waking up feeling damp and cold, so definitely looking for a double-wall to get her out there (camping) more.
*4+ person size.
*Preference on minimal amount of required staking. Some is of course needed, but I dont expect the family to want to stick around with much more than 15mph+ winds. So anything beyond a few guy-lines would be unneccesary. Reason for not wanting many tie-downs is toddlers tripping on them, playing with them, etc.
*Fairly stout design, again, toddlers, must be able to stand up to a little abnormal abuse.
*Price range - Would like to find something in the $200-$300 range.
I basically want to find a family-size tent thats able to stand up to the typical surprise overnight rain shower in the puget sound without soaking us inside and is kid-survivable.
Something like Big Agnes Big House 6 caught my eye, though it's flexing my budget up a bit.
Anyway, car-camping isn't really my thing, but I would love to get my family involved even if it's right next to the truck lol.
Any suggestions/experiences on any particular tent that any of you can recommend? It would be highly appreciated! Thanks for reading!
-Aeritus
I am tired of eating Mountain House or Backpacker's Supply and am looking for a better option regarding freeze dried food.
Any suggestions or comments?
I live in Texas where June is DEFINITELY summer. I would like to come explore some of the wonderful trails it looks like you have up there, and I am planning a trip in the middle of June. Is that too early for some of the better trails? I was looking at High Divide and Goat Lake for example. Are those still snowed in or really muddy at that time? I'm looking to do a three night backpacking trip. Thanks for any help you can offer. Will M. Austin, TX
But I don't know such unofficial car camping places on or near US Route 2 in the North Cascades in the Mt Baker Snoqualimie National Forest. Can anyone suggest any?
Thanks!
Has anyone done this loop? What is the mileage? Where should we camp?
Suggestions?
Directions?
Descriptions?
Any and all info is appreciated.
cheers
We are looking to go on a moderate level backpacking trip over Labor Day Weekend. I would like to to stay within the Portland, OR area within 3 hours or so. Looking for get views of the mountains, valleys, and lakes/rivers. Where we live there are not any mountains to enjoy. We are novice backpackers that have gone on one trip to Yellowstone in Lamar Valley. We have not experienced difficult terraine but are active people in good shape. Any suggestions? Interested in Mt. Hood area.
Texahhillhiker
I useually cook it up and drain it, then add the standard seasoning packet and some hot oil, but my buddy just eats it dry and sprinkles the seasoning on it with every bite.
How do you cook it while on the trail?
I have a backpacking trip planned for the Seven Devils on June 20th. The guidebooks I initially read said this area was hikable in June. Subsequent guides say most likely in July.
Anyway, I cant change my dates and I've contacted the Ranger Station and they said the road still has snow drifts after the 11 1/2 mile mark. The weather is suppose to improve but my gut feeling is is that the road will still be blocked on June 20th. So, I'm looking for a backup plan and am having a hard time finding a suitable hike.
Basically the requirements are a lake or good river for fishing and a place for a base camp with some options for exploring. (taking some adolescents)
I would really appreciate some suggestions. I've looked at some websites for US forest district and there doesnt seem to be much open yet, despite the low snowfall this year.
Thanks again
Steve
-within 3 hours from Portland
-moderate trail
-secluded lake or stream to set up camp (although, not too interested in doing a river crossing along the trail)
-ideally we'd like to hike in 10 miles or so
-pet friendly trail
I've been doing some research, but I thought I would check and see if their are any favorite trips out there. Is it best to wait until mid-summer or is June an okay time? I appreciate any suggestions!
Haven't had much luck while searching online and was hoping I could get some feedback from real people on the possibility of this.
Thanks.
I would like to backpack for a week in Goat Rocks this summer at about 5,000 or 6,000 feet. I have not been there befors. Ideally, I'd like to miss the snow and, with the mosquitoes abating, catch the wildflowers. Anybody want to hazard a guess as to the best time to go? Have historical experience?
Diamond Peak Loop
This loop includes a short 2 mile road walk (purple), and a mile bushwack (blue) between the Divide Lake and the Pacific Crest Trail (has anyone done this?). The rest of the trip is just nice trail. This should be a pretty good trip to experience one of Oregon's forgotten mountains, and a loop that not too many have probably done.
Dark Divide Loop
I have been intrigued by the area between Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Adams for quite some time. It seems like there is some pretty rugged country there ready for some exloration. This loop trip travels along a couple of the most interesting looking ridges. Blue is roadwalk, Purple is bushwack, red is trail.
Thanks for any insight.
Hey, my brother-in-law and I do a fair bit of hiking, but mostly day-trips, or we camp out on the flats with the family. But we've been wanting to stretch our legs on trips like Blue lake, Image Lake, etc around North Snohomish County. Never having camped out at that altitude, I was wondering what sort of overnight temperatures we should prepare for, in spring, summer, fall and winter? And no, we don't plan on heading out in the winter untill we get some more alpine experience, but we *do* look forward to taking some snowshoes with us, some day down the road. ^.^ Thanks!
-Aeritus
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www.TraditionalOutdoorsman.com
dylan
dylan.glosecki@gmail.com
Well I have finnaly decided to do it. I will be traversing the entire 430 miles of the Oregon PCT. Unfortunately I can't take a month of to do it all at once, so I will be completing in a couple of years. I have completed sections of the trail but have never done a thru hike on it. I'm very anxious to get started but I know I won't be going any where with my current pack weight, I've got to get it down to about 30 lbs. I would like to think I'm ambitious enough to complete the entire PCT but to be honest thats a little scary. I plan on conditioning myself for the next couple of years on the Wonderland Trail and getting my daily mileage up to about 20 miles. I feel it would be a great life accomplishment, and besides the bragging rights would be the best, but that's not really why we hike now is it. If any one has any suggestions about other long (100 Miles+) trails for conditioning I would love to hear them.
www.cascade-adventures.com
We will be attending the first annual Spring outdoor recreation expo. on April 24 and 25 at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds in Monroe, WA, featuring outdoor and leisure-related exhibits along with carnival rides and favorite fair food.
This FREE PARKING and FREE ADMISSION two-day expo produced by Snohomish County Parks and Recreation will feature displays and demonstrations on camping, fishing, landscaping, gardening, climbing and boating. Hours will be 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.
Co-sponsored by outdoor gear company REI, one of two outdoor stages will host experts presenting topics on trail running, mountain biking, hiking, climbing and other outdoor adventure topics beginning at 11 a.m. both days.
Please stop by Cascade Adventure Guides' outdoor booth and say hello! We'd love to hear from you!
Check out the event at http://www.evergreenfair.org/page17854.asp
any way if some one currently uses or knows about a good quaility carabiner knife let me know.
thanks
Thanks,
Forrest
-South Washington Cascades Loop:
Start at Mt Rainier, connect with the dark divide area, hike over to Mt. Adams, north through the Goat Rocks and back to Mt. Rainer. Probably 80% of this has existing trail, the rest will require some road walking or route creation. The biggest gap is between Mt. Rainier and Dark Divide.
-Hells Canyon - Wallowas
Start at the northern end of Hells Canyon, hike south, up the Imnaha River, connect with the Minam River and hike out. 95% of this is currently trail, will use small backroads to complete the trip. The only real gap is a small segment between Hells Canyon and the Imnaha River.
-Portland to Hood River
I do a lot of hiking in the Gorge, but haven't done a longer, continuous trip. This isn't really feasible, but I would love to be able to take the MAX (our light rail system) as far as possible to the east, start walking, connect the trails in the gorge, emerge in Hood River, hop on the Amtrak, and take the train back into Portland. Most of the Gorge can be linked by trail, but connecting these trails to Portland and Hood River is a ways off. Still fun to think about though.
-Sound to Coast
Begin in the the Duckabush or Dosewallips Valleys in Olympic National Park, hike through the park, down the Bogachiel River, connect to the coast, and hike up he coast to Lake Ozette. Much of this is trail, but will need to road walk between the the end of the the Bogachiel trail and the coast.
Advice or references are greatly appreciated.