AdventuresNW
Jones Island Loop Located in the San Juan Archipelago, Jones Island is a place apart: rocky shores, sculpted cliffs, beautiful madrone forests, and impressive groves of weather-beaten Garry Oaks. From the dock on the northern shore of Jones Island, an ADA-accessible trail crosses through deep …
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The Coast is Clear: A Return to Shi Shi Beach
Was this the worst coffee I’d ever tasted? A definite possibility. Clearly, the pot had been sitting on the burner for many hours (days? we…
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Listen to the Frogs
On a chilly evening, not long ago, I heard them. Maybe you did, too. You must be asking, “Heard who?” I heard the frogs. In the dark of n…
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The Mysterious Box Hatter of the John Day River
Paddling futilely like a one-winged albatross, I watched the bow of the balloon-like inflatable kayak swing inexorably broadside…
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A Not So Desolate Adventure to Desolation Sound
18 -20 mph winds and three to four foot swells met us as we paddled our kayaks out of Lund Harbor heading north. Waves sloshed over the boat…
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Reflections on Desolation Sound
The off-season in Desolation Sound, on the British Columbia Coast, has a mysterious feel. I haven’t seen another boat for hours, and n…
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Cycology: Cycle Highways
Saturday, April 25, marks the return of a historic Seattle bike ride that gives people the opportunity to bicycle on a car-free highway. First held in 2016, the Emerald City Ride starts in the Stadium District of Seattle and proceeds onto SR-99 for a short …
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Listen to the Frogs
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Cycology: Balance Bike
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Cycology: The War on Bikes
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Make America Bike Again
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We’re Number One!
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Dampening Expectations
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Autumn Bikepacking
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An Enduring Resource
On September 3, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Wilderness Act into law. Its purpose: “to assure that an increasing population, accompanied by expanding settlement and growing mechanization, does not occupy and modify all areas within the United States and its possessions, leaving …
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Reflections on the Privilege of Running
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Celebrating the Dark and Grey
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Curiosity, Mystery, and Motivation
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Running As Ritual
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How Running Found Me and Changed the Game
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Solo Ironman: 140.6 Miles through Unfamiliar Territory
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Running the Hill
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A Winter’s Day at Huntoon Point
The sojourn to Huntoon Point is a study in contrasts – it starts amidst the hustle and bustle of the Mt. Baker Ski Area and ends in the serene silence of Kulshan Ridge, where the icy winds blowing off the glaciers will cleanse your soul. …
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The Wind
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The Burden of Knowing
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Cathedral of Ice
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The Trajectory of Dreams: Rediscovering Mt. Stuart
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Backcountry Bliss: A Week at the Asulkan Cabin
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The Couloir
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Requiem for the Raptors
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Sail!
I’m still trying to figure out what I want to be when I grow up. At the current moment, I find myself sitting on the couch next to my wife–the kids are in bed, and I’m staring down the barrel of my 35th birthday. I …
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The Mysterious Box Hatter of the John Day River
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A Not So Desolate Adventure to Desolation Sound
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Tsunami in Tracy Arm: A Mountain Came Down
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Blending Rivers and Trails: Kayak-Hiking Route Design for Explorers
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In Search of the Subliminal
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After the Landslides
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Onto Thin Ice: Daring Crossings of the Bering Strait
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Kīlauea: Episode 27
It sounds ridiculous to say that I had already let the first 26 eruptive episodes of Kīlauea slip by unappreciated. Life has a way of carrying us along in autopilot mode. So, this time when I saw the fountaining lava on the webcam, I made …
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Five Wildlife Adventures to Inspire Your Next Journey
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Exploring Some of the World’s Most Scenic Spots
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Field Trip: The Dawes Glacier
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Top 8 Cheap & Convenient Airport Parking Options Across the UK
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Adventure Towns You Should Visit: Bend, Hood River, Leavenworth
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5 Car Rental Tips to Save on U.S. Trips
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Five Relaxing Getaways in France
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Off the Grid, But Not Offline: Why Modern Adventurers Still Need Smart Connectivity
For many outdoor enthusiasts, the idea of adventure is closely tied to disconnection. The Pacific Northwest, with its dense forests, alpine lakes, rugged coastlines, and volcanic peaks, offers countless opportunities to unplug from daily noise. Whether hiking in the Cascades, kayaking along the San Juan …
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Introducing Trash Club: An Interview with Matt Bryant
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The Cull of the Barred Owl
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Conserving Lily Point: Honoring Chelhtenem
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4 Essential Outdoor Activities to Rejuvenate Your Mind
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Lessons from the Glacier Peak Wilderness
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A Day in the Life of a Park Ranger
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Recovery Beyond: An Audacious Idea
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Spring Gear Reviews: Staying Dry and Sleeping Well
Therm-A-Rest NeoLoft Sleeping Pad The Therm-A-Rest® NeoLoft pad has too many features to cover here, but the two that stand out for me are the side rails and the super soft surface material. The side rails keep you in place if you twist and turn in the …
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ANW Book Review: Positively Uncivilized
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Gear Spotlight: Topo Athletic Ultraventure 4 Running Shoes
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Winter Gear Reviews: Stability, Comfort, and Happy Kids
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Gear Spotlight: Black Diamond Cirque 35 Ski Pack
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ANW Book Review: In Timberline’s Embrace
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Autumn Gear Reviews: Backpacking Essentials
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ANW Book Review: Pacific Harvest: A Northwest Coast Foraging Guide