Calling all adventurers! Join us for a special Nature of Writing double feature as Romano and Asars discuss their new PNW hiking guides!
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Within easy day-hiking distance for Seattle and Ellensburg area hikers\, the Snoqualmie Pass region boasts an abundance of incredible variety: forested valleys\, alpine meadows\, craggy peaks\, and even high desert terrain. Day Hiking Snoqualmie Pass \;features boots-on-the-ground research by seasoned Washington hiking expert Tami Asars. With 126 handpicked trails\, this is the most accurate and comprehensive guide to one of the state&rsquo\;s most beloved outdoor playgrounds.
Whether you&rsquo\;re chasing waterfalls\, wildflowers\, or wide-open views\, this guide ensures you&rsquo\;ll get the most out of every mile!
Tami Asars is an outdoor writer and nature photographer living in the Cascade foothills of Washington with her husband\, Vilnis\, and her rough collie\, Scout. She is the author of four hiking guides\, including Hiking the Wonderland Trail and Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Washington\, as well as a contributor for outdoor publications and online hiking resources. Her work has appeared in several magazines\, including Alaska Airlines\, City Dog\, Washington Trails\, and Washington Magazine. Find her online at tamiasars.com.
With hikes to rugged alpine peaks\, lush river valleys\, and the wild Pacific coast\, Day Hiking Olympic Peninsula\, 3rd Edition\, is the essential guide for exploring one of Washington&rsquo\;s most iconic regions. Featuring 136 hikes--including 10 all-new routes--this completely revised edition is packed with accurate\, boots-on-the-ground research.
Hikes range from backcountry treks to family-friendly nature trails under three miles--so there are adventures for hikers of all levels. Each entry includes key details on distance\, difficulty\, and trail highlights.
Craig Romano is a prolific and award-winning author\, an ardent conservationist\, and a Northwest trails and hiking expert. He hikes\, runs ultra-marathons\, paddles\, and bikes and has written for more than two dozen publications including Northwest Travel and Life and Washington Trails\; and for numerous tourism publications and websites. He provides weekly content for Hikeoftheweek.com and is co-host of the Washington State Hiking podcast. He lives in Skagit County\, Washington\, but he is most frequently out hiking or trail running somewhere\, often accompanied by his wife\, Heather\, and son\, Giovanni. Visit Craig online at craigromano.com\, on Facebook at Craig Romano guidebook author\, and on Instagram @craig.romano.
North Cascades Institute is an education nonprofit\, inspiring environmental stewardship through transformative learning experiences in nature. Since 1986\, the Institute has offered dozens of ways to explore the North Cascades Ecosystem\, with hands-on learning adventures from the Cascades Crest to the shores of the Salish Sea. Diverse educational programs invite students of all ages to learn about the natural and cultural history of the region&rsquo\;s mountains and watersheds\, explore interconnections between human and ecological communities\, and work together to foster healthy Northwest ecosystems where all species thrive.
At \;Backcountry Essentials\, an outdoor specialty shop in Bellingham\, WA\, we help you gear up for the things you love&mdash\;skiing\, hiking\, climbing\, camping\, traveling\, or simply enjoying life in the PNW. Our advice comes from real experience\, and a lot of passion\, so whether you&rsquo\;re just getting started or have years under your belt\, we&rsquo\;ll help you feel confident\, ready\, and excited for your time outside. \;
We take pride in being part of your adventures and helping make your time out a little easier\, and a lot more fun&mdash\;no matter how you choose to spend it. \;
*Feel free to contact the store for further assistance at 360-671-2626!* \;