Sahale Glacier Camp is perhaps the most coveted backpacking destination in all of the North Cascades. The hike to the glacier is touted as the most spectacular trail in the region, if not the state. If you are looking for breathtaking 360-degree mountain views, incredible wild animal sightings, resplendent wildflower blooms in summer or fall…
When I moved to the Seattle area many years ago, I felt like spring was one of the hardest times of year. You’ve survived a long and dark winter, and now there’s still plenty of rain and the higher altitude mountain trails still aren’t open! Then I discovered the joy of wildflower hiking. The Pacific…
One of the most common questions I get asked about moving to Washington is, “But what about the rain?” Yes, it does rain here quite a bit, but no, it isn’t a deal breaker for me. While I don’t always love how wet it can get here, I do realize that the rain we have…