Seminar
Pacific Northwest Hiking: Best Hikes plus Beer, Bites, and Campgrounds Nearby by Craig Hill & Matt Wastradowski - Online Classroom
ZOOM presentation of Pacific Northwest Hiking: Best Hikes plus Beer, Bites, and Campgrounds Nearby with Authors Craig Hill & Matt Wastradowski and a guest appearance by Largent the Adventure Dog!
Contacts
- Sun, Sep 13, 2020
- Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Day Hiking, Backpacking, Exploring Nature
- Adults
- Easy
- 334 (499 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
This online presentation will start at 7pm on Sunday September 13th using Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent out prior to the event.
All attendees must RSVP to receive the virtual presentation link and call-in information. The Zoom link and password will be emailed to all RSVP'd attendees prior to the presentation. Please do not email the event contact asking for a link prior to the event closing.
Not a Mountaineers member? No problem! You can still register to attend this event by signing up for a free guest adult or family membership. All you need to do is click this link, select your membership type (Guest Adult or Guest Family), and fill out the membership info page. Five minutes and you’ll be all set to register for any two Mountaineers virtual events! If you plan to enjoy more than two virtual events, consider signing up for a paid membership using the link above.
- Diverse Hiking Options: Whether you plan to take breathtaking coastal walks in Oregon or challenging treks around Mount Rainier, enjoy outdoor getaways ranging from easy day hikes to multi-day backpacking trips
- Find Your Hike: Looking for something specific? Choose from strategic lists of the best hikes for waterfalls, wildflowers, bringing your dog, and more, plus a breakdown of the best hikes by season
- The Top Outdoor Experiences: Wander through the damp, dense greens of a rainforest in Olympic National Park or revel in a Mars-like red rock landscape in southeastern Oregon. Watch an orange sunset on a beach adorned with sea stacks or gaze into the mouth of a volcano crater. Catch a glimpse of a bighorn sheep, see actual wagon ruts on the historic Oregon Trail, and stroll through fields of wildflowers. Walk behind a waterfall or take in unbridled views of the downtown Portland skyline
- Nearby Fun: Kick back at a local brewery after your hike, find a nearby campground for a night under the stars, or enjoy a plate fresh oysters with an ocean view
- Essential Planning Details: Each hike is described in detail and marked with round-trip distance and hiking time, difficulty, terrain type, elevation gain, and access points
- Maps and Directions: Find easy-to-use maps, driving directions to each trailhead, and details on where to park
- Expert Advice: Seasoned hikers Craig Hill and Matt Wastradowski reveal their experienced insights, local secrets, and honest opinions of each trail
- Tips and Tools: Advice on gear, first aid, and camping permits, plus background information on climate, landscape, and wildlife
- Moon Pacific Northwest Hiking covers hikes in Washington and Oregon
Required Equipment
You will need access to a computer. A smartphone or tablet can also be used to participate. Be sure to download the Zoom app ahead of your first meeting. You do not need to sign up for a (free) account, just have the app on your device. You will be prompted to join the meeting through the Zoom app when you click the meeting link. Note that the “one touch mobile” information connects you only with audio and you will not see any screen sharing. Information about how to log-on to the Zoom meeting will be sent a day or two before the session.