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Larch Madness at Cutthroat Pass & Lake

Posted on October 7, 2020October 7, 2020by Gabby

The larches are coming, the larches are coming! The stunning larch trees are starting to turn (or have already), so now is the time to hit the road! What are you waiting for?

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In Tents Research: Picking a Backpacking Tent

Posted on September 23, 2020February 23, 2021by Gabby

Ever noticed how hermit crabs fit snugly in their shells? If you are carrying your home with you, you don’t want to be lugging around something too big. Same applies for backpacking tents!

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Rachel Lake

Posted on September 16, 2020September 16, 2020by Gabby

With summer appearing to approach it’s final weeks, the window to hike in some areas has been rapidly closing (even before the smoke set in). To I-90 for possibly the last time in 2020 I went!

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Queets Backpacking to Spruce Bottom

Posted on September 9, 2020September 9, 2020by Gabby

After what has felt like years of begging him for more backpacking trips, the boyfriendo finally initiated a trip on his own!

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How to Ford a River

Posted on September 2, 2020September 2, 2020by Gabby

Last week, I had a backpacking trip with a daunting start–fording the Queets and the Sams River, no oxen. Here’s how I kept my feet wet and my wits about me!

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Skyline Trail Loop at Mt. Rainier National Park

Posted on August 26, 2020March 9, 2021by Gabby

The wildflowers were calling, and I had to go! For a few weeks a year, Paradise at MRNP lives up to its name by becoming awashed with purple, yellow, red, and blue.

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Water Water Everywhere

Posted on August 18, 2020August 18, 2020by Gabby

When backpacking,  you *can* bring all of your water with you, but that can be very heavy. It’s far easier to get water on the trail. While some may think filtering or purifying water isn’t necessary, that’s a gamble I would only make in a life-or-death instance. But with so many options, which treatment is […]

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Watson Lake Backpacking

Posted on August 12, 2020August 12, 2020by Gabby

The 60+ hour weeks are still continuing at work, so for our own sanity, forced time off has been implemented. Twist my arm, I guess I’ll go backpacking?

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Worth the Weight: My Backpacking Luxuries

Posted on July 29, 2020August 12, 2020by Gabby

For backpacking, bringing ‘just the essentials’ can feel like a ton (especially if it’s your first time or you’re not using the most-lightweight stuff money can buy), and every single ounce counts. So why would I advocate bringing luxury items? Because you’ve earned it! Lugging your own gear over miles should be celebrated–and here’s how […]

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Urban Hikes Washington & Meadowdale Beach Park

Posted on July 22, 2020July 22, 2020by Gabby

As I’ve said before, I love urban hikes. They are accessible year-round and some are a great way to keep in hiking shape year-round! So imagine my delight to learn Beers at the Bottom have a new hiking book out all on urban hikes in Washington!

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I'm Gabby. When I'm not drinking beer and hiking, I'm likely drinking coffee at my desk and thinking about beer and hiking.

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