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Trail Angel: Generosity on the Pacific Crest Trail

Trail Angel: Generosity on the Pacific Crest Trail

Thirteen days from the Columbia Gorge and fifty yards from Sheep Lake, I broke camp around 8:00 a.m. to begin another day of hiking.  My[Read More…]

by March 1, 2016 0 comments Community
Almost There: A Chance Encounter along the Pacific Crest Trail

Almost There: A Chance Encounter along the Pacific Crest Trail

It was the first day of September, 2013, and I was feeling a little impressed with myself. Starting at the Columbia River Gorge, I had[Read More…]

by January 28, 2016 0 comments Community
The Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail spans three National Parks, seven National Forests, and three mountain ranges on its way from the Continental Divide to the Pacific Ocean. Source: pnt.org

Nonstop Hike from Montana to the Pacific Ocean Coming Soon

Lace up your hiking boots and grab your backpack, the 1,200 mile Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail from Glacier National Park to the Washington Coast[Read More…]

by September 8, 2015 0 comments Trails
Wildfires treaten National Forests in central and eastern Washington.

Wildfire Affects Pacific Crest Trail: Closure in Glacier Peak Wilderness

The Blankenship Fire in the South Fork of Agnes Creek of the Glacier Peak Wilderness has grown to over 70 acres, causing the Forest Service[Read More…]

by July 27, 2015 0 comments Community
Winter conditions make route finding difficult on the PCT (Photo from pct.org)

Daring Duo Set Winter Thru-Hiking Record of the Pacific Crest Trail

As if thru-hiking the mountainous Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada wasn’t enough in the best of weather conditions, Justin “Trauma” Lichter and Shawn[Read More…]

by March 10, 2015 0 comments Community
Reese Witherspoon portraying Cheryl Strayed on the Pacific Coast Trail in the movie Wild (Photo from telegraph.com)

The Movie Wild Spurs New Permitting System on the Pacific Crest Trail

If you’ve recently been motivated by the blockbuster movie Wild, staring Reese Witherspoon, to hike the 2,650 mile Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) from Mexico to[Read More…]

by February 6, 2015 0 comments Community, Trails
Taking on the Pacific Crest Trail: 2,650 Miles for Scholarships

Taking on the Pacific Crest Trail: 2,650 Miles for Scholarships

Big ideas start with a single spark. My adventurous spirit caught fire three years ago, when I found out I had the audacity to attempt[Read More…]

by January 23, 2015 0 comments Community
Sheep Lake – Sourdough Gap Via PCT NO. 2000

Sheep Lake – Sourdough Gap Via PCT NO. 2000

If you like to gamble you might consider rolling the dice and heading up to Sheep Lake via the Pacific Crest Trailhead at Chinook Pass. But hurry – the gamble, of course, is the weather!

by November 25, 2013 0 comments Trails
Pacific Crest Trail – Washington And Oregon Book Reviews

Pacific Crest Trail – Washington And Oregon Book Reviews

These guidebooks provide good concise descriptions of a selection of nice hikes of 1 to 5 days duration along the PCT in Oregon and Washington, with some handy features and information.

by May 6, 2013 0 comments Gear
Mountain Bikes on the PCT

Mountain Bikes on the PCT

All users must think big-picture and put their voices and actions to those steps which provide the most benefit against the critical goals of protecting quiet, primitive outdoor experiences and protection of one-of-a-kind scenic and natural resources. Be informed. Listen. Think. Participate. Encourage cooperative rather than polarized behavior. We all agree on the precious and unique value of the PCT and owe it to our grandchildren to act today so that it is maintained and enhanced for them to treasure as we have.

by January 29, 2013 0 comments Community, Earth, Trails