Beautiful early-season snow (about 3 inches) left us with pleasing photos and foliage-freeing beyond the Thompson/Granite junction. Snow started just above the "waterfall" so plan accordingly with poles/traction devices.
West Craggy Peak via tarn at 6,600. Camped and had a relaxing trip over a three-day weekend in the Okanagan National Forest and Pasayten Wilderness.
An afternoon bike and raft through wildlife-filled wetlands in my own backyard
Bold Fall foliage, eerie fog banks, and unexpected encounters with large aquatic mammals.
Short but sweet T3 scramble in wet, snowy, windy conditions. By continually evaluating weather and terrain, we were able to carefully reach the summit during an early morning weather window. (Cover photo: Chris M.)
Trimmed edges of trail between Kechelus Dam and Roaring Creek Campsite We removed branches intruding
It's a winter wonderland! Got about 1 inch of snow today and now covers most of the trail. Snow depth is 3 inches at the lake, tapering to just a trace at the Smithbrook trailhead. Trail is easily passable, even without microspikes.
Lovely hike through old-growth trees, mosses, and mushrooms!
A small weather window allowed us to complete Hibox and enjoy the fall colors.
Berry munching and panoramic views from a Snoqualmie First Ten peak
Wonderful fall paddle in near perfect conditions. Sunshine, little wind, fall colors and very little boat traffic.
Despite the forecast for intermittent rain showers, we had gorgeous weather with sunny skies and gorgeous views.
Saturday afternoon at Flaming Geyser State Park. Saw the salmon, saw the flaming Geyser, saw the bubbling Geyser.
Another great Deschutes run on the segment upriver of last year's trip!
The view, the weather and fall color were all great. We had a good conditioner and a good time.
Truly beautiful with the first snow of the season. We had a blue sky day with views and the fall color we were looking for.
An October scramble to Hidden Lake Lookout after the first snow of the season.
