Jacobson Preserve - January 18, 2026

The trail was a muddy mess. But at least it was exercise.

The Columbia River and Wenatchee

It was great fun, regardless.

 

Old Ohme Road Trail - January 2, 2026

Kay and I kicked off the new year with Michael and Kathy on this fun hike. We were far enough east not to encounter much snow, the temperature was mild, and there was no rain. We're looking for another fun year on the trail.

Kay working her way up, with the Columbia and the City of Wenatchee in the background.

 

We were excited to be back on the trail together.

Rocky Reach Dam and Lake Entiat in the distance.

Spying Big horn sheep was probably the highlight of the hike.

Queen of the Mountain

 

Other Big Island Adventures - December 8 -14, 2025

Some highlights of our explores with Bob and Judy 

View from our lanai at the Waikoloa Marriott Beach Resort

Pololu Valley Lookout

Keokea Beach Park

King's View Café, Kapaau

Hilo Beach Park

Hilo

Lunch at Hilo Bay Cafe

Waipi'o Overlook

Hulihe'e Palace, Kona

Dinner at Kona Canoe Club Restaurant.

Fish Hopper Restaurant, Kona

Waikoloa Petoglyph Preserve, Hawai'i - December 14, 2025

 Kay and I were fascinated exploring this lava field along the King's Highway trail near Waikoloa beach. Native Hawaiians carved these in lava rock along this old trail at a point bordering two ancient kingdoms. Carved between 1400 and 1800 AD, their significance is unclear. However newer ones use English alphabet symbols clearly done after European contact.

Kay exploring the field