7 Tips to Hiking & Summiting Your First Fourteener | Some consider hiking a 14er one of the ultimate hiking achievements, and there are over 96 total 14,000 ft. peaks in the United States! In this post I review planning, training, and 7 tips to set yourself up for a successful summit of a 14er mountain. With a bit of planning and training, you'll reach heights you never thought were imaginable! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read More10 Mile Day Hike Up Powers Peak in Kernville, California | Kernville and the Lake Isabella area are more widely know for their white water rafting on the Kern River, however don't miss out on hiking Powers Peak which has amazing views of Lake Isabella and is a great winter hike in Southern California, and be sure to grab a beer afterwards at Kern River Brewing Company, only a few minutes from the trailhead. Happy Hiking! | shedreamsofalpine.com
Read MoreOh man. Where to begin. Last weekend was the weekend the climbing club was going to climb Mt. Rainier in hopes of achieving its summit. Let me list a few facts about the mountain.
Read MoreI must seem like a crazy person. Who in their right mind would drive 15 hours on a Friday to spend 14 long hard hours on a winter ascent of a mountain on Saturday and then drive back 15 hours Sunday? Welp, three of us thought it was a good idea I guess... and despite the mountain kicking our butts, I'd say it was (mostly) worth it.
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