A nice scramble to burn off some of the holiday goodies.
The student like having small Pod that allow one on one instruction. I agree that this is a strength of the Tacoma Mountaineers group.
Rainy watershed day, turned into a pleasant off-trail travel day
This is a beautiful winter paddle with spectacular views of the Olympic Mountains and abundant wildlife. There is ample parking and very little marine traffic at the Misery Point Boat Launch.
We launched from Steilacoom and paddled past ferry docks, then crossed over to Anderson island, explored Oro bay, then returned via Cormorant passage. About 12 nm.
Crystal South breakable crust
A solitary and remote workout near the western side of Mt Rainier, with a tinge of tension from an approaching winter storm. A great demon cleansing day at ~3500’ gain over ~19 miles (round trip).
Completed another kayak conditioning paddle around Mercer Island
Great day with wonderful hikers. Terrain was a bit muddy in places, but with nice views of Heart Lake, Lake Erie, Lake Campbell, Lopez Island, Allen Island, Whidbey Island and Camano Island.
Excellent winter paddle between gusty weather systems. Saw many seals and bald eagles enroute. The Eglon Community Park has new tables and inviting benches.
A little fresh snow, mostly cooperative weather, and a terrific team made for a fun winter scramble!
Successful intro ski tour, Sunny weather, firm crust with a little dust
Pierce County hike across Edmond Marsh on an old railroad causeway and then down the railroad grade through Sequalitchew Canyon to reach a pebbled beach on the shores of Puget Sound.
Bottom of the road down by Cabin Creek did not have an XC track but after the second hair pin the route was groomed. Snow got much better after the 3-4th switchback and was great up by the Y. Parking lot was maybe 20% full at 8:30, more like 80% full by 11 but plenty of space for creative parking still. A little foggy at the top but no issues with visibility from a safety perspective, just no view!
Well maintained trail. Steady climb and elevation of 1,500 feet. Nice view at Debbie's peak.
Launched from Titlow at 0930 to circumnavigate Fox Island and returned at 1600. A wonderful paddle on a cold winter day!
Successful intro ski tour, Sunny weather, firm crust with a little dust
A wonderful 10 nautical mile paddle around Elliot bay - covering Seattle waterfront, underground waterway (seattle seawall), duwamish river and Alki beach. Saw many Sea Lions and Seals.