A gear shop and headquarters of the American Alpine Institute (AAI). Located in Bellingham, it can be reserved for meetings and events.

Climb one of the "Baker's Dozen" peaks that is just northwest of Mount Larrabee and just south of the US-Canadian border. It's a basic-level alpine rock climb of 9 miles round trip and 2,800 feet of elevation gain.

This easy to moderate 7.5-mile loop hike on San Juan Island starts at historic American Camp, where you can find a visitors center, 19th-century buildings, and other remnants of the military camp that was used by American soldiers during the Pig War. The hike continues to the summit of Mount Finlayson (290 feet) and then to the lighthouse at Cattle Point. Return along the tree-shaded shoreline trail with views of Jakles Lagoon.

A well-stocked lake just west of Lakewood that's great for fishing and sea kayaking, or maybe both. Visit one of the parks on the lake's shore—American Lake Park, Harry Todd Park, and Shoreline Park. It's also home to our Tacoma Branch's on the lake sea kayaking class in spring.

A challenging 19.4 mile loop with 4,700 feet of elevation gain. Expect a rough trail and a few river fords, but earn dramatic 360 degree views, golden larches in October, and an excellent chance to see and hear elk.

A multi-day 118 mile bikepack through some of Central Oregon's most stunning scenery and terrain (total elevation gain 9,840', 47% paved and 53% unpaved). Starting from the town of Estacada, OR, this 3-4 day loop route travels along the beautiful Clackamas River before ascending through forested hills and riding along alpine lakes.

A desert area in eastern Washington that offers hiking, backpacking, and bikepacking option from 5 to 20 miles and 200 to 1,500 feet of elevation gain. Travel through desert, past basalt walls, and around the lakes, at the end of which is a waterfall, a rare feature in a desert. Enjoy wildflowers and interesting geology just to the east of the Columbia River near Vantage along the way.

A moderate cross-country ski tour and snowshoe on Forest Road 1107 from Baker Lake. It's 10 miles round trip with 2,000 feet of elevation gain. On a clear day, enjoy views of Mount Baker and Mount Shuksan.

An island in South Puget Sound offers a mix of developed and undeveloped shoreline for sea kayakers.

There are eleven parks on Anderson Island. Andy's Marine and Wildlife Parks are connected by at trail and include a forested loop and an ocean beach with tidal inlet. The Schoolhouse Creek Parks which includes Andy's Wildlife Park showcase the island's salmon restoration efforts.

A public recreation area on the Quimper Peninsula in Jefferson County. This state park has 496 acres of woods and wetland that slope down to 70-acre Anderson Lake. There are 8 miles of hiking trails with surrounding a lake good for day hikes, exploring nature and photography.

Hike to lakes high in the North Cascades Noisy-Diobsud Wilderness or scramble or climb a route on Mount Watson.

It's known to peak baggers as a "dumpster dive" and a " Napoleon," because of its over 3,000-foot prominence and low elevation. It's a good winter training hike of 5 to 12 miles, all with 3,000 feet of elevation gain, in the Alger Alps near Bellingham and just north of Mount Vernon and Sedro-Woolley.

A moderate hike of 12.6 miles with 3000 feet of elevation ending in a subalpine lake in the Eagle Cap Wilderness. The hike starts on the north side of Eagle Cap Wilderness near Wallowa Lake State Park, about 60 miles sound of the Washington-Oregon border.

A pleasant park in SeaTac on International Blvd between Burien and Des Moines. It features lake access, a boat ramp, a dock for fishing, a water spray park, and more.

A moderate 7.5-mile round trip hike with 1,800 feet of elevation gain. Hike through dense second-growth forest with occasional views of Humpback Mountain. Enjoy clear views of Abiel Peak, Humpback Mountain and Silver Peak at the lake.

Located in the northeast corner of Oregon, the Anthony Lakes Nordic Center has 18 miles of groomed trails for classic cross-country and skate skiing. There is terrain for all ability levels, and cozy Nordic Center Lodge warms skiers and offers rental and retail ski equipment.

A moderate day hike along a ridge next to the volcanic mudflats on the southeast corner of Mount St. Helens.

A High pay-to-play, Technical Intermediate canyon. A narrow and extremely-committing majestic gorge. Ape Canyon can be run in a very long day by a strong, efficient team. Team members should be dialed on efficient anchor-building using a minimum of materials. It's good to start early, hiking up in the dark, then dropping into the canyon at first light.

An easy day hike on the south side of Mount St. Helens. The trails take you through forests, into lava tubes and to a good viewpoint. The upper Ape Cave is *not* a day hike. You need to climb a slick 8-ft wall with only a single decent foothold. Good headlamps and a lack of claustrophobia are a must for the lava tubes.