The first photo is the view from near my camp on Cloudy Pass. Today has been incredible but tough. Hiked 20 miles with 6400’ elevation gain. This is not like the PCT, it’s rough trails that go straight up for hours. But i’m so happy, I wanted an epic long weekend and Glacier Peak Wilderness is providing that in spades so far.
The smoke was looking to be bad at Steven’s Pass so I hopped on the PCT at Timberline instead after work on Thursday. Hiked 4 miles and set up camp. After the PCT departs the Timberline Trail, it enters a majestic forest heading towards Timothy Lake. Just before dusk the wind picked up and I received a possible thunderstorm warning. Luckily I packed my rain jacket.
A bunch of Bay Area cities own land in the mountains (Tahoe to Yosemite) and they run summer camps for families. Many of them with low income options. I’m going to the one run by the City of San Francisco, Camp Mather.
Oakland runs one too (Oakland Feather River Camp) and Berkeley runs a few (Echo Lake Camp and Tuolumne Camp). Who else has something similar?
Very glad I decided to make the drive. I didn’t know what to expect but the views and trail are stunning. Lots of shade. I’m camped the first night a couple miles from Knife’s Edge and about 4 miles from Old Snowy Mountain. Should be on the ridge by sunrise so I can attempt to scramble up to the top of Old Snowy. Incredibly excited.
Are there any good #boardGames designed for more than two players that are good to play #outdoors, i.e. not likely to be blown away by the wind?
When I asked for a wind-resistant board game at the local board game shop (7th Dimension Games), they suggested Hive, which looks like fun for two players, but I often chill with more than two people. Notice the solid game pieces that aren't going anywhere, and no board to be caught by the wind. (I don't care so much about portability, on my porch.)
hello world! ☺️ My name is joey and I am just starting a career in web development. I love outdoorsy activities like hiking and swimming. 🦦
I am looking for my place online and am excited to meet new people and have fun! I’m always down to chat or play video games if you’re into it!! 🎮 🏳️🌈
It’s fantastic to have a little piece of California right here in Bonn 🌳❤️
One of the great perks of living in California was being surrounded by beautiful nature everywhere 🏞️
Now, when I find myself missing the magnificent sequoias and redwoods, I love visiting the botanical garden in Bonn where they have a small section dedicated to the flora of California and the Pacific Northwest.
Mount Hood looks stunning from up here on Table Mountain. I was informed by a frankly terrified-looking day hiker that black bears were seen up here last night. I’m proceeding with caution and will update you if I encounter them. 🐻🗻☀️
This is one of my favorite shots from a recent photo shoot. In the center at the end is the Starorobocinski Wierch, the highest peak in the Western Tatras in Poland.
Gear:
• Yashica TL Electro X ITS (~1971)
• Yashica Yashinon-DS 50 mm f/1.7
• Kodak Professional Portra 400/36
Hiking the Timberline Trail this weekend, which circumnavigates Mount Hood. Currently hiking CCW from Timberline Lodge to Elk Cove. Knocking out about half of the mileage today to relax the next two days. I slipped in Newton Creek and soaked my right foot. Having a great time though, so good to be back out in the wilderness!
I'm back to living after a tough experience. This time a cute bunny, another photo from the same roll as before, more material already waiting to be published! 😊
Spring has begun and magnolias have bloomed beautifully. I just mounted an old $20 Soviet lens to my Sony camera and took some photos. Check out the spring dreamy look! 🌸 Thank you for being there!
Gear:
• Sony α6400
• Jupiter-8 50 mm f/2 (KMZ, 1967)
• L39 to Sony E-Mount Adapter