Who is just loving all the huckleberries (wild blueberries) on the trail right now?? Last week on a hike to Squire Creek Pass, the berries were everywhere! You might remember this area, I wrote about attempting this pass from the old trail on the other side in June and was turned back by snow and…
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I’ve Got A Lot Of Writing To Do
I’ve got a lot of writing to do. This last month has been filled with outdoor adventures and other experiences and my head is swirling with a plethora of memories and thoughts. Every time I have sat down to share them with you I have found myself staring at the screen or easily distracted away…
She Died Doing What I Love: One Year Later
I thought I would give you a little update on my posts from last summer, She Died Doing What I Love and Beauty: Salve For The Soul. It is hard to believe it has already been a whole year, so much has happened in such a small amount of time. Many of you know we…
I Love My Husband But…
…I miss my girls. Don’t get me wrong, I had such a wonderful time backpacking with my husband at the beginning of the month. It isn’t very often that two people who love the outdoors so much get a chance to getaway together as adults to enjoy it. Sitting on the deck in Stehekin waiting…
Rainbow Loop, Rainbow Creek and Imus Creek Trails: Because One Hike Is Never Enough
I think I’m just about caught up on trip reports! So after completing the Lakeshore Trail and making it into the remote town of Stehekin, we decided on a second night up the Rainbow Loop Trail with a side trip up the Rainbow Creek Trail to Bench Creek just for fun. Well, not 100% fun…
The Lakeshore Trail: Celebrating A Milestone Birthday
My husband turned the big 5-0 last Friday so we headed out on a backpacking trip, of course. And not just to any place, but to one of my favorite areas to hike. So much so, this is my 5th time in this area! The first section of our trip was on…






