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Black Butte is an extinct stratovolcano that sits east of the Cascades, rising 3,076′ above the surrounding plain. This symmetrical cone-shaped butte is home to an active fire lookout tower, as well as a historic cupola that you can easily imagine must have been the coolest summer digs ever, with spectacular views of Mt Washington,…
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Big adventures require proper preparation. All the cool gear in the world won’t get you up the mountain if you neglect the two most important pieces of equipment: your brain and your body. Whether you are tackling a big peak like Mt. Whitney or a long trail like the John Muir Trail, you need to…
Photo Gallery: 2016 Six-Pack of Peaks Finisher’s Party
We had a great time at the 2016 Six-Pack of Peaks Finisher’s Party. We swapped tales from the trail; worked on a different kind of “six-pack” challenge; gave away some great gear; ate copious amounts of tacos; and generally had a blast. Here are just a few of the highlights. You can click the any…
Hiking Bonanza Peak in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area
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Exploring Antelope Canyon
Antelope Canyon is one of the most surreal places I’ve explored. The Navajo sandstone slot canyon was formed over years of flash floods, wind and weather leaving behind the softly flowing curves in the stone canyon. The result is a photogenic wonder, ever-changing as the sun passes over head. The surreal shapes and colors make Antelope…
