Originally published in the Mazama Bulletin—view the full February 2019 issue. If you’re anything like me, you get super hungry when you’re out in the backcountry. After a long day of backpacking or climbing, all I want is to sit…
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Originally published in the Mazama Bulletin—view the full January 2019 issue. What does it mean to be a volunteer? Sure, it can mean missing out on an epic powder day, teaching basic knots rather than sending routes with your friends,…
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Originally published in the Mazama Bulletin—view the full October 2018 issue. I’ve spent a lot of time being the only woman in the room, in a tour planning session, or at the top of a rad ski line. Now, I’m…
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Sun, snow, skis. What more can you ask for on a June day? Nothing, as far as I’m concerned! I haven’t gotten out touring nearly enough this winter and spring. The combination of amazing conditions and being able to lazily…
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Andy and I wrapped up the (lift-operated) ski season at Mt. Hood this last Saturday. The last day of the season is always so bittersweet for me. On one hand, spring skiing offers much in the way of sun and fun with friends,…
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When you hike a lot, you tend to find trails you like and repeat those a time or two each year. Luckily, here in the Pacific Northwest there are tons and tons and hikes to choose from – it’s pretty easy to try…
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Taryn rocking it (puns!) – she’s way better than me <3 On Friday, my friend Taryn and I checked out Women’s Night at Planet Granite for an evening of bouldering, yoga and pizza in the Pearl. (Gentrification much? I had…
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Now that spring is here, it’s time to dust off the hiking boots! (Unless you use yours all winter, in which case you’re awesome. I usually swap mine out for a pair of ski boots.) I haven’t hiked much so…
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We’re not all lucky enough to work outside for a living, or have the flexibility to adjust our work schedules to take advantage of a sunny day. I have a desk job, just like so many people around the world. Our…
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