Washington Pass - June 13, 2012

We decided to scout out the area near the Washington Pass overlook for a potential late season snow shoe. It looks like we have a winner.

 In search of a lunch spot

 State Creek

 Liberty Bell dominates the skyline

Turn Island - May 4, 2012

The first paddle of the season is always special. We were the only people on the island but did share it with some deer, raccoon, eagles, and herons.

 Fawn Lilly

 Camas



Wallowas, Norway Basin - April 11-15, 2012

I had the opportunity to return to the Wallowas with Emily, Patrick and their friends in April. The weather was dramatically better this time and and I was able to get around better as the snow was much more consolidated. It was much warmer and the scenery was spectacular.

 Ready to start the day

 Cornucopia Peak



 Granite Mountain

 My downhill "apparatus"

Enjoying a beer back at he car after an awesome trip.

Palouse Canyon - March 10, 2012

We took the Palouse canyon hike offered by the Ice Age Floods Institute. It was educational as well as beautiful. It was fun to hike in an environment different than we are accustomed to on the coast.

 Gene tells the story of the big floods

 A colorful snake in the grass

 There were some challenging spots.

 Receiving instructions for the potty break

 A career in geology has its rewards