A 16-pitch Yosemite Valley classic rock climb rated 5.7 A0 or 5.10b.

A strenuous, 14 mile round trip day hike with 2,650 ft in elevation gain and options to climb and scramble. The trail cuts through the Royal Creek vale to a lake beneath snow capped mountains. From the lake head up to Upper Royal Basin and access to scrambles of Mount Deception, Mount Mystery, Mount Fricaba and Hal Foss Peak.

Ruby Mountain is a scramble of 17 miles with 6,200 feet of gain.

Technical off-trail route with 13 miles and 4,500 feet of elevation gain. Seldom visited peak along the Middle Fork Road.

Epic Mendocino area kayaking destination going N or South out the Russian Gulch State Park. Sea arches, caves, rock-gardening options. Protected and exposed nooks to explore.

The scenic Ruston Waterfront along Puget Sound is a 3.2-mile path of paved trail and sidewalks. From the south, it passes through Chinese Reconciliation, Jack Hyde, Old Town Dock, Dickman Mill, Les Davis Pier, Judge Jack Tanner Park, and Cumming Parks. It ends to the north in Dune Penninsula at Point Defiance Park. It is an oppotunity for a winter conditioner while enjoying the magnificent scenery, expansive views of Puget Sound, and historical artifacts along the waterfront. Enjoy a hot lunch at one of the many eateries along the way and in Old Town Tacoma. Some of these parks are good launch points for a sea kayak trip along the waterfront.

An easy snow/glacier climb to Ruth and then to camp, is followed by another glacier climb with a bit of 3rd class rock scrambling to reach Icy. Or plan this as a ski/snowboard trip to Ruth Mountain. Enjoy spectacular views of the northeast side of Shuksan and other North Cascades peaks. Black flies and mosquitoes can be bothersome on the hike to Hannegan Pass and there are some rockfall issues on Icy Peak. Times:5-6 hr trailhead to camp on Ruth Mountain, 3-5 hr camp to summit of Icy Peak.

Trail hike to Saddle Mountain summit offers superb hiking, abundant mid-spring to mid-summer wildflower photography/viewing, blooms, geology interest, views of four Cascade volcanic peaks and coast. 5.9 miles round-trip and 1600 feet gain.

Boston Basin and Cascade Pass area is renown for its alpine environment. Climb Sahale Peak, Sharkfin Tower, and/or Boston Peak for an excellent alpine experience on glacier and Class 4 to low Class 5 rock climbing depending on the route.

An easy 3.5 mi trail leads to Cascade pass, then head east, up Sahale Arm for another 1,700 feet of gain to camp on the Sahale Glacier. Views down the Stehekin valley and into the heart of the North Cascades, and great sunrises/sunsets from camp. Watch for rockfall during the descent from the summit. Times: 4-5 hr trailhead to camp, 2 hr camp to summit.

A 326-acre day-use park with more than a half mile of freshwater shoreline on Lake Washington. Enjoy a hike, contemplative stroll, trail run, mountain bike adventure, or quiet picnic on grounds of a former Catholic seminary.

Located in the Selkirk Mountains in northeastern Washington bordering Idaho and Canada, the 43,348 acre Salmo-Priest Wilderness has some of the wildest country left in the state. Climb out of old-growth forest to enjoy sweeping views from high ridge lines. Scenic and solitary day hiking and backpacking options abound in this arid and distinct area, where you might spot elk, caribou, bears, and other wildlife.

Snowshoe playground near Roslyn. Flat stretches along the river and gentle hills if you're feeling vigorous.

Salmon Ridge is an advanced cross country ski tour, up to 10 miles round trip and up to 1,200 ft in elevation gain. The route follows forest roads up Anderson Creek and eventually connecting to an abandoned trail.

The Salmon River is one of the longest free-flowing rivers in the lower 48 states, passing through one of the country’s deepest canyons on its way to the confluence with the Snake River. Hammer Creek to Heller Bar on the Snake River is 72 river miles, a 4-5 day trip.

The Main Salmon River is a classic 81-mile whitewater trip through Idaho’s remote roadless mountains. The scenic canyon has a mix of mostly drop-pool rapids from Class I to Class IIII-IV at moderate flows; camping on big sandy beaches or among ponderosa pines; pictographs; hot springs; and side hikes. The trip is usually done in 6-7 days.

Saltwater State Park is a 137-acre park featuring forested trails, campsites along a bubbling creek, tide pools, a driftwood-strewn shore to explore and sea kayaking.

The Sam Hill area consists of 40 acres located outside of Leavenworth containing 12 well-known climbing crags perfect for scramble and climbing practice and home to diverse flora and fauna.

Enjoy Samish Island, walking by the water, along trails, gardens, and a small lake with beautiful water views from the lightly traveled roads.

Samish River: the forgotten waterway. The Samish river runs through the rich farm lands of the Skagit Flats, providing access to the wildlife and history of this unique place. Start in a sprightly little river, pass through broad flats, and finish in a salt water bay.