Winter on the beach: My favorite coast hikes
The winter is a great time to visit the coast and get a hike in. The costal mountains in the Northwest receive the most amount of rainfall in the region, but usually only a dusting in snow. Some things to expect to see on the trails this time of year is a lot of mud, […]
Winter in the Gorge: My favorite day hikes
I primarily go day hiking in the Gorge during the winter time because it gets very little snow compared to the mountains, high and rushing rivers with dramatic waterfalls along quiet trails. Spots like Cedar Swamp and 71/2 Mile Camp near Twister Falls are also good winter backpacking trip to boot, offering good exploring options […]
Fresh Air: Mountain Laurel Design’s Cuban Patrol Shelter
I recently bought a MLD Cuban Patrol Shelter and set it up in the park by my house. After having a few other cuban products like packs and stuff sacks, I wanted to try out a shelter next. My initial reaction to set up was that it was relatively easy and self explanatory compared to a […]