A big cosmic show is coming this weekend, and conditions should be good to see it from Oregon.The annual Perseid meteor shower, one of the most reliably spectacular astronomical events of the year, will be peaking on Aug. 12 and 13, bringing beautiful streaking meteors to the night sky.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk all about how, when and where to see the Perseids, and explain what exactly it is you’ll be looking at.Here are some highlights from this week’s show: What are the Perseids? Why this year is a particularly good year to watch the meteor shower. Some of the best dark sky locations to watch the show. Star parties are a great way to watch the meteor shower with likeminded people, and learn a little more about the cosmos. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A big cosmic show is coming this weekend, and conditions should be good to see it from Oregon.The annual Perseid meteor shower, one of the most reliably spectacular <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2023/01/stargazing-calendar-2023-solar-eclipse-blue-supermoon-will-shine.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">astronomical events of the year</a>, will be peaking on Aug. 12 and 13, bringing beautiful streaking meteors to the night sky.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk all about how, when and where to see the Perseids, and explain what exactly it is you’ll be looking at.Here are some highlights from this week’s show:<ul> <li>What are the Perseids?</li> <li>Why this year is a particularly good year to watch the meteor shower.</li> <li>Some of the best dark sky locations to watch the show.</li> <li>Star parties are a great way to watch the meteor shower with likeminded people, and learn a little more about the cosmos.</li> </ul> Subscribe to Peak Northwest on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peak-northwest/id1486961693" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9yc3MuYWNhc3QuY29tL3BlYWtub3J0aHdlc3Q=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3I0ozqHsuBEfjre72OUOdV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://subscribe.acast.com/peaknorthwest" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">anywhere you listen to podcasts</a>.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

How to see the spectacular Perseid meteor shower

Looking to round out summer with a few good leg-burners? You’ve come to the right place.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we dive into some of the toughest hiking trails around the Portland area, finding them at Mount Hood, the Columbia River Gorge and the Coast Range.These are not your average day hikes – they’re intense climbs meant only for the hardiest of hikers.We have all the details to help you settle on the best hike for you, from mileage and elevation gain to the necessary precautions at each place. If you’ve spent the season on some of the easier and more moderate trails, this might be the time to challenge yourself.Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Our “hard” hikes include a pair of beautiful spots on Mount Hood. The “harder” hikes feature some popular places on the Washington side of the Columbia Gorge. A pair of “hardest” hikes go up some of the steepest inclines in the area, with lots of mileage to keep your heart pumping. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking to round out summer with <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/03/f03dc9d2829013/its-time-to-start-training-for-summer-adventures-18-hikes-around-portland-to-get-you-in-shape.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">a few good leg-burners</a>? You’ve come to the right place.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we dive into some of the toughest hiking trails around the Portland area, finding them at Mount Hood, the Columbia River Gorge and the Coast Range.These are not your average day hikes – they’re intense climbs meant only for the hardiest of hikers.We have all the details to help you settle on the best hike for you, from mileage and elevation gain to the necessary precautions at each place. If you’ve spent the season on some of the easier and more moderate trails, this might be the time to challenge yourself.Here are some highlights from this week’s show:<ul> <li>Our “hard” hikes include a pair of beautiful spots on Mount Hood.</li> <li>The “harder” hikes feature some popular places on the Washington side of the Columbia Gorge.</li> <li>A pair of “hardest” hikes go up some of the steepest inclines in the area, with lots of mileage to keep your heart pumping.</li> </ul> Subscribe to Peak Northwest on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peak-northwest/id1486961693" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9yc3MuYWNhc3QuY29tL3BlYWtub3J0aHdlc3Q=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3I0ozqHsuBEfjre72OUOdV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://subscribe.acast.com/peaknorthwest" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">anywhere you listen to podcasts</a>.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Where to find the hardest hikes around Portland

Programming note: This is a rebroadcast of an excellent episode from July, 2021.This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we discuss how to enjoy Olympic National Park: from the coastline to the forest, lodges to campgrounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Programming note: This is a rebroadcast of an excellent episode from July, 2021.This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we discuss how to enjoy Olympic National Park: from the coastline to the forest, lodges to campgrounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Revisiting Olympic National Park's trails, beaches, campsites and lodges

Programming note: This is a rebroadcast of an excellent episode from September, 2022. The 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens is considered the most destructive volcanic eruption in United States history. The explosion reduced the mountain’s elevation by about 1,370 feet. Today, hikers and mountaineers set off to the volcano for the day-long adventure to climb to the top. The reduced elevation makes the trek suitable for beginner mountaineers, too.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, co-host Vickie Connor talks about her first volcanic summit at Mount St. Helens.Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Vickie chats about the three different terrain sections of the Mount St. Helens climb via Climber’s Bivouac trailhead. How to snag a permit during peak climbing season. Vickie discusses what she packed that was most helpful. Tips and tricks for having the most enjoyable summit possible. Subscribe to Peak Northwest anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Programming note: This is a rebroadcast of an excellent episode from September, 2022. The 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens is considered the most destructive volcanic eruption in United States history. The explosion reduced the mountain’s elevation by about 1,370 feet. Today, hikers and mountaineers set off to the volcano for the day-long adventure to climb to the top. The reduced elevation makes the trek suitable for beginner mountaineers, too.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, co-host Vickie Connor talks about her first volcanic summit at Mount St. Helens.Here are some highlights from this week’s show:<ul> <li>Vickie chats about the three different terrain sections of the Mount St. Helens climb via Climber’s Bivouac trailhead.</li> <li>How to snag a permit during peak climbing season.</li> <li>Vickie discusses what she packed that was most helpful.</li> <li>Tips and tricks for having the most enjoyable summit possible.</li> </ul> Subscribe to Peak Northwest <a href="https://link.chtbl.com/oPKov8kw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">anywhere you listen to podcasts.</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Revisiting what it's like to summit Mount St. Helens for the first time

There are tons of incredible road trips in the Pacific Northwest. You can loop the Olympic Peninsula, drive the length of the Oregon coast, cruise the Cascade Mountains or head out to the treasures of the high desert.A road trip to Alaska is on a whole other level.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest we talk with our colleague, photographer Dave Killen, who made the epic trip from Portland to Alaska with his partner and their two dogs in a vintage Volkswagen bus he rebuilt himself.The three-week excursion was full of good hiking, incredible scenery and a lifetime of memories. How, exactly, do you go about planning a trip of this magnitude? And is it a reasonable excursion for the everyday Northwest adventurer?Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Why choose a road trip to Alaska? There are a couple different routes to get up there. What were some of the most scenic places along the way? Seeing (or hearing) wildlife is bound to happen in this part of the country. Are there any challenges specific to this kind of trip? Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are tons of incredible road trips in the Pacific Northwest. You can <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2021/10/olympic-national-park-is-a-perfect-fall-getaway-especially-if-you-embrace-the-rain.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">loop the Olympic Peninsula</a>, drive <a href="https://www.hereisoregon.com/experiences/2022/07/the-30-best-beaches-on-the-oregon-coast.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the length of the Oregon coast</a>, cruise the Cascade Mountains or head out to the treasures of the high desert.A road trip to Alaska is on a whole other level.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest we talk with our colleague, photographer Dave Killen, who made the epic trip from Portland to Alaska with his partner and their two dogs in a vintage Volkswagen bus he rebuilt himself.The three-week excursion was full of good hiking, incredible scenery and a lifetime of memories. How, exactly, do you go about planning a trip of this magnitude? And is it a reasonable excursion for the everyday Northwest adventurer?Here are some highlights from this week’s show:<ul> <li>Why choose a road trip to Alaska?</li> <li>There are a couple different routes to get up there.</li> <li>What were some of the most scenic places along the way?</li> <li>Seeing (or hearing) wildlife is bound to happen in this part of the country.</li> <li>Are there any challenges specific to this kind of trip?</li> </ul> Subscribe to Peak Northwest on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peak-northwest/id1486961693" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9yc3MuYWNhc3QuY29tL3BlYWtub3J0aHdlc3Q=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3I0ozqHsuBEfjre72OUOdV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://subscribe.acast.com/peaknorthwest" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">anywhere you listen to podcasts</a>.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

An epic road trip from Portland to Alaska

Between wildflower hikes, scenic bike rides, tree climbing and tide pooling, the first half of 2023 has been especially active for the Peak Northwest crew.On this week’s episode of the podcast, we run through our favorite trips from this year so far, crossing almost the entirety of Oregon, from the roaring ocean, over the mountains to the arid high desert.If you’re still looking for some spring or fall travel ideas around the Pacific Northwest, we have some excellent ideas for you.Here are some highlights from this week’s show: A vintage airstream with a quick walk to the coast is hard to beat. Day tripping through the wildflowers in the Columbia River Gorge. Our most adventurous adventures of the year. How to pull off a spur of the moment trip to Bend. Rainy days at the Oregon coast are a relaxing way to travel. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Between wildflower hikes, scenic bike rides, tree climbing and tide pooling, the first half of 2023 has been especially active for the Peak Northwest crew.On this week’s episode of the podcast, we run through our favorite trips from this year so far, crossing almost the entirety of Oregon, from the roaring ocean, over the mountains to the arid high desert.If you’re still looking for some spring or fall travel ideas around the Pacific Northwest, we have some excellent ideas for you.Here are some highlights from this week’s show:<ul> <li>A vintage airstream with a quick walk to the coast is hard to beat.</li> <li>Day tripping through the wildflowers in the Columbia River Gorge.</li> <li>Our most adventurous adventures of the year.</li> <li>How to pull off a spur of the moment trip to Bend.</li> <li>Rainy days at the Oregon coast are a relaxing way to travel.</li> </ul> Subscribe to Peak Northwest on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peak-northwest/id1486961693" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9yc3MuYWNhc3QuY29tL3BlYWtub3J0aHdlc3Q=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3I0ozqHsuBEfjre72OUOdV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://subscribe.acast.com/peaknorthwest" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">anywhere you listen to podcasts</a>.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Our favorite Oregon trips of 2023 (so far)

If you want to get away and really get away, you might try escaping to Owyhee.Located along the Owyhee River on the far eastern side of Oregon, the Owyhee Canyonlands are a remote high desert getaway with places to hike, boat, fish and explore. Even the drive is incredible.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk all things Owyhee, giving a primer on exploring the far-flung destination.Here are some highlights from this week’s show: How exactly do you get to Owyhee? What can you do there? The best places to explore while you’re out in the canyonlands. There are a few good places to anchor your trip, though all involve a lot of driving. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want to get away and really get away, you might try escaping to Owyhee.Located along the Owyhee River on the far eastern side of Oregon, the Owyhee Canyonlands are a remote high desert getaway with places to hike, boat, fish and explore. Even the drive is incredible.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk all things Owyhee, giving a primer on exploring the far-flung destination.Here are some highlights from this week’s show:<ul> <li>How exactly do you get to Owyhee?</li> <li>What can you do there?</li> <li>The best places to explore while you’re out in the canyonlands.</li> <li>There are a few good places to anchor your trip, though all involve a lot of driving.</li> </ul> Subscribe to Peak Northwest on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peak-northwest/id1486961693" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9yc3MuYWNhc3QuY29tL3BlYWtub3J0aHdlc3Q=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3I0ozqHsuBEfjre72OUOdV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://subscribe.acast.com/peaknorthwest" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">anywhere you listen to podcasts</a>.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

How to explore Oregon’s wild Owyhee Canyonlands

Maybe you liked to climb trees as a kid, but this is a whole other level.A new company in Oregon is taking people high into the canopy of an old-growth forest, offering a new perspective and a thrilling adventure.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk to Leo Rosen-Fischer, founder of Tree Climbing at Silver Falls, which takes people hundreds of feet above the forest floor at Silver Falls State Park.The experience of climbing into the forest canopy, as Rosen-Fischer tells it, is like nothing else. And the adventure of ascending up the trunk of a living giant is one you won’t soon forget.Here are some highlights from this week’s show: What is this tree climbing experience like? It can be hard work ascending a tree, but there are special tools to help those who need it. What’s it like to be high in the forest canopy? If you like tree climbing, try tree camping at Silver Falls. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maybe you liked to climb trees as a kid, but this is a whole other level.A new company in Oregon is taking people high into the canopy of an old-growth forest, offering a new perspective and a thrilling adventure.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk to Leo Rosen-Fischer, founder of <a href="https://www.treeclimbingatsilverfalls.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tree Climbing at Silver Falls</a>, which takes people hundreds of feet above the forest floor at Silver Falls State Park.The experience of climbing into the forest canopy, as Rosen-Fischer tells it, is like nothing else. And the adventure of ascending up the trunk of a living giant is one you won’t soon forget.Here are some highlights from this week’s show:<ul> <li>What is this tree climbing experience like?</li> <li>It can be hard work ascending a tree, but there are special tools to help those who need it.</li> <li>What’s it like to be high in the forest canopy?</li> <li>If you like tree climbing, try tree camping at Silver Falls.</li> </ul> Subscribe to Peak Northwest on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peak-northwest/id1486961693" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9yc3MuYWNhc3QuY29tL3BlYWtub3J0aHdlc3Q=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3I0ozqHsuBEfjre72OUOdV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://subscribe.acast.com/peaknorthwest" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">anywhere you listen to podcasts</a>.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Tree climbing is the latest adventure at Silver Falls State Park

Is there anything better than soaking in a hot spring, breathing in the cool mountain air?We don’t think so. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we gush about one of our favorite resorts in Oregon, a place where you can truly disconnect from the outside world.Whether you’re at Breitenbush Hot Springs for the day or staying a couple of nights, it’s a little slice of paradise that all but forces you into a state of relaxation. We have everything you need to know about the resort, and an impassioned endorsement of the retreats they provide.Here’s the full episode: What and where is Breitenbush Hot Springs? What’s the deal with nudity in the hot springs? How the resort has been building back after a devastating wildfire in 2020. What you can expect when you go on a retreat. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is there anything better than soaking in a hot spring, breathing in the cool mountain air?We don’t think so. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we gush about one of our favorite resorts in Oregon, a place where you can truly disconnect from the outside world.Whether you’re at Breitenbush Hot Springs for the day or staying a couple of nights, it’s a little slice of paradise that all but forces you into a state of relaxation. We have everything you need to know about the resort, and an impassioned endorsement of the retreats they provide.Here’s the full episode:<ul> <li>What and where is Breitenbush Hot Springs?</li> <li>What’s the deal with nudity in the hot springs?</li> <li>How the resort has been building back after a devastating wildfire in 2020.</li> <li>What you can expect when you go on a retreat.</li> </ul> Subscribe to Peak Northwest on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peak-northwest/id1486961693" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9yc3MuYWNhc3QuY29tL3BlYWtub3J0aHdlc3Q=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3I0ozqHsuBEfjre72OUOdV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://subscribe.acast.com/peaknorthwest" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">anywhere you listen to podcasts</a>.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Soak in the idyllic beauty of Breitenbush Hot Springs

If you’ve ever wondered what it might be like to explore another planet, you don’t need to leave Earth to do it – or even Oregon.The John Day Fossil Beds of central Oregon are a strange natural attraction that seem out of this world. Between the glowing colors of the Painted Hills, the strange prehistoric fossils found underground and the blue badlands that emerge from the desert, this is a place like no other.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we explore all there is to see at the national monument, with tips on how to see it all for yourself this season. Bring water, grab your camera and get ready to be wowed.Here are some highlights from this week’s show: What exactly are the Fossil Beds? The Painted Hills and beyond: everything you should see while you’re there. How should you plan a trip out there? What you should bring to stay safe while exploring. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve ever wondered what it might be like to explore another planet, you don’t need to leave Earth to do it – or even Oregon.The <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2023/06/your-complete-guide-to-oregons-strange-beautiful-john-day-fossil-beds.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">John Day Fossil Beds</a> of central Oregon are a strange natural attraction that seem out of this world. Between the <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2023/06/sunset-at-the-painted-hills-is-a-must-see-oregon-experience.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">glowing colors</a> of the Painted Hills, the strange prehistoric fossils found underground and the blue badlands that emerge from the desert, this is a place like no other.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we explore all there is to see at the national monument, with tips on how to see it all for yourself this season. Bring water, grab your camera and get ready to be wowed.Here are some highlights from this week’s show:<ul> <li>What exactly are the Fossil Beds?</li> <li>The Painted Hills and beyond: everything you should see while you’re there.</li> <li>How should you plan a trip out there?</li> <li>What you should bring to stay safe while exploring.</li> </ul> Subscribe to Peak Northwest on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peak-northwest/id1486961693" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9yc3MuYWNhc3QuY29tL3BlYWtub3J0aHdlc3Q=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3I0ozqHsuBEfjre72OUOdV" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://subscribe.acast.com/peaknorthwest" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">anywhere you listen to podcasts</a>.-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

See the alien beauty of Oregon’s John Day Fossil Beds

Hosts Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor take you to some of the greatest destinations in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.

Overall, I enjoy the topics covered in this pod and have learned some interesting things. From a trip planning perspective, I would love more detailed info - for example, when they discussed the Alvord desert: how many days do you need there? What do you actually do there (specific hikes/when to soak/do you just sit around and stare at desert)? Any thing they wish they had done differently? Where else can you go in the vicinity if you have a whole week, for example? I wonder if they could self impose more structure like categories for each topic where they could rate/discuss different aspects of a place (like scenery, solitude, range of activities, access, the drive, places to stopover on the way...etc). Obv this would not work for all episodes but maybe when they “review” a destination they could include this kind of detail that would be useful in planning your own trip.

Like it but a few ideas

Jamie and Jim have a lot of good info and are interesting to listen to. Keep up the great work.

Great podcast

Peak Northwest

Oregon has a lot of extremely busy state parks, but it also has plenty of places that see few visitors at all. This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we talk to Seth Miller, executive director of the Oregon State Park Foundation, to discuss the least visited state parks from 2019.See Jamie’s story on the 20 least popular Oregon state parks, and the 20 most popular Oregon state parks from 2019.Watch a video of bighorn sheep being flown into Cottonwood Canyon. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oregon has a lot of extremely busy state parks, but it also has plenty of places that see few visitors at all. This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we talk to Seth Miller, executive director of the Oregon State Park Foundation, to discuss the <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/j66j-2020/02/c75442f00b9926/the-20-least-popular-oregon-state-parks-in-2019.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">least visited state parks</a> from 2019.See Jamie’s story on the <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/j66j-2020/02/c75442f00b9926/the-20-least-popular-oregon-state-parks-in-2019.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">20 least popular Oregon state parks</a>, and the <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/j66j-2020/02/33c2082d2a5389/the-20-most-popular-oregon-state-parks-in-2019.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">20 most popular Oregon state parks</a> from 2019.Watch <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AtZK52F2x8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">a video of bighorn sheep</a> being flown into Cottonwood Canyon. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Some of Oregon's least popular parks are worth a visit

There are natural hot springs all over Oregon and the greater Pacific Northwest, from rustic mountain springs to high desert resorts. We talk with reporter Molly Harbarger and hot spring aficionado Dana Halferty to talk about where to find hot springs, how to soak in them and why these warm water oases are so popular in the first place. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are natural hot springs <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2016/01/oregon_hot_springs_beckon.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">all over Oregon</a> and the greater Pacific Northwest, from rustic mountain springs to high desert resorts. We talk with reporter Molly Harbarger and hot spring aficionado Dana Halferty to talk about where to find hot springs, how to soak in them and why these warm water oases are so popular in the first place. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Oregon hot springs beckon this winter

This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we’re talking all things Alvord Desert. The seasonally dry lakebed in the far southeastern corner of the state is known for its beautiful cracked playa, stunning scenery and the adventures it affords – from quiet exploring to jet-powered vehicles. Jamie dives into his recent trip to the playa, where he soaked in hot springs, caught a sunset and did some late-night stargazing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we’re talking all things Alvord Desert. The seasonally dry lakebed in the far southeastern corner of the state is known for its beautiful cracked playa, stunning scenery and the adventures it affords – from quiet exploring to jet-powered vehicles. Jamie dives into <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/10/002e443ab92735/alvord-desert-beckons-adventurers-to-the-most-remote-corner-of-oregon.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">his recent trip to the playa</a>, where he soaked in hot springs, caught a sunset and did some late-night stargazing. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Adventures in the Alvord Desert

The new year has only just begun, but it’s already high time to start making your 2020 travel plans around the Pacific Northwest. On this week’s Peak Northwest podcast, we go over some helpful tips for booking campsites, hotels and fire lookouts around the region. We also offer up some ideas for trips around Oregon and beyond and dive into some of our own plans for the year ahead. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new year has only just begun, but it’s already high time to start making your 2020 travel plans around the Pacific Northwest. On this week’s Peak Northwest podcast, we go over some helpful tips for booking campsites, hotels and fire lookouts around the region. We also offer up some ideas for trips around Oregon and beyond and dive into some of our own plans for the year ahead. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

How to plan your 2020 Northwest travels

One of the best ways to get through Oregon’s rainy season is to embrace it. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk about the best places to go hiking in the rain, and the preparations you should take before striking off into the elements.Read Jamie’s list of the 12 best rainy day hikes around Oregon. Watch the latest Peak Northwest video to see Jim try out surfing on the Oregon coast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the best ways to get through Oregon’s rainy season is to embrace it. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk about the best places to go hiking in the rain, and the preparations you should take before striking off into the elements.Read Jamie’s list of the <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/12/ccc35bf8ad877/the-12-best-rainy-day-hikes-around-oregon.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">12 best rainy day hikes around Oregon</a>. Watch the latest Peak Northwest video to see Jim try out <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2019/12/peak-northwest-we-tried-surfing-on-the-oregon-coast-it-was-amazing-video.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">surfing on the Oregon coast</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Learn to embrace the rainy day hike

This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we join The Oregonian/OregonLive's sports trending editor, Tim Brown, to discuss what skiers and snowboarders need to know before heading up to the mountain this season. (And before you take a trip to the mountain, note that the Dairy Queen restaurant we reference in the episode is in Rhododendron — not Zigzag, as we said.) Read Jim's ski season preview 13 places to eat and drink around Mount Hood  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we join The Oregonian/OregonLive's sports trending editor, Tim Brown, to discuss what skiers and snowboarders need to know before heading up to the mountain this season. (And before you take a trip to the mountain, note that the Dairy Queen restaurant we reference in the episode <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/gZPW7Qgq7inR2z91A" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">is in Rhododendron</a> — not Zigzag, as we said.) <ul> <li><a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2019/11/ski-season-preview-whats-new-at-mount-hood-resorts-mt-bachelor-this-year.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Read Jim's ski season preview</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2018/01/where_to_eat_and_drink_near_mt.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">13 places to eat and drink around Mount Hood</a></li> </ul> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Ski season preview

We head to the rainy Coast Range mountains to discover hidden waterfalls in the woods.See Jamie’s stories on Niagara Falls and Drift Creek Falls.Also check out our list of the 10 things to pack for a day hike in Oregon, and get some tips on rainy day hiking in our previous episode of the podcast.To find directions to some of the more remote waterfalls, as well other hikes around Oregon, head to OregonHikers.org.Follow Peak Northwest on Instagram at @PeakNorthwest. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We head to the rainy Coast Range mountains to discover hidden waterfalls in the woods.See Jamie’s stories on <a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oregonlive.com%2Flife-and-culture%2Fj66j-2020%2F01%2F0134ff60538998%2Fvisit-the-beautiful-niagara-falls-of-oregon.html&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cenjus%40oregonian.com%7Ce1f9edf971a648a33bdd08d7b0159e8b%7C1fe6294574e64203848fb9b82929f9d4%7C0%7C0%7C637171479535561280&amp;sdata=JpYf2bD5CWmYvKkbgV71%2FBZgkL5sGoQrf0XVTIkK5f4%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Niagara Falls</a> and <a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oregonlive.com%2Flife-and-culture%2Fj66j-2020%2F02%2Fcea05fceb28969%2Fdrift-creek-falls-is-a-dramatic-day-hike-on-the-central-oregon-coast.html&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cenjus%40oregonian.com%7Ce1f9edf971a648a33bdd08d7b0159e8b%7C1fe6294574e64203848fb9b82929f9d4%7C0%7C0%7C637171479535561280&amp;sdata=Tlx7QZSXHyhjLvFMaNwCAuBsVpKAiPE1IQjJ5coD4Z4%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Drift Creek Falls</a>.Also check out our list of the <a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oregonlive.com%2Flife-and-culture%2Fg66l-2019%2F04%2F2cef67c2656770%2F10-things-to-pack-for-a-day-hike-in-oregon.html&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cenjus%40oregonian.com%7Ce1f9edf971a648a33bdd08d7b0159e8b%7C1fe6294574e64203848fb9b82929f9d4%7C0%7C0%7C637171479535571273&amp;sdata=5fUaslPvZli%2BRlzJDzzZRopE9aaO5qRKOM%2F0E2W3mQY%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">10 things to pack for a day hike in Oregon</a>, and get some tips on rainy day hiking in our <a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oregonlive.com%2Fpodcasts%2F2020%2F01%2Fpeak-northwest-podcast-theres-no-escaping-the-rain-so-learn-to-embrace-a-wet-hike.html&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cenjus%40oregonian.com%7Ce1f9edf971a648a33bdd08d7b0159e8b%7C1fe6294574e64203848fb9b82929f9d4%7C0%7C0%7C637171479535571273&amp;sdata=ITHRNp7oCaP48lj%2FCbUU4fhWY%2BL0X2mgo1Kl%2BL%2BuwhM%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">previous episode</a> of the podcast.To find directions to some of the more remote waterfalls, as well other hikes around Oregon, head to <a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oregonhikers.org%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cenjus%40oregonian.com%7Ce1f9edf971a648a33bdd08d7b0159e8b%7C1fe6294574e64203848fb9b82929f9d4%7C0%7C0%7C637171479535581268&amp;sdata=reLnTN4z%2BzQr5IgX4DVd53iDvU%2FpWQP7Mj%2FbDFvYNKY%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">OregonHikers.org</a>.Follow Peak Northwest on Instagram at <a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fpeaknorthwest%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cenjus%40oregonian.com%7Ce1f9edf971a648a33bdd08d7b0159e8b%7C1fe6294574e64203848fb9b82929f9d4%7C0%7C0%7C637171479535591260&amp;sdata=QJ8hk%2BHRuKhece9AWLYmj2%2FuPbsrXkC0hpvKzajYZm0%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@PeakNorthwest</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Chasing waterfalls in Oregon’s Coast Range

This week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast dives into the surprising history of yurts in Oregon — and why campers went nuts for them. Jamie and Jim are joined by Craig Tutor, the former state parks manager who first put yurts into parks back in the early 1990s. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast dives into the surprising history of yurts in Oregon — and why campers went nuts for them. Jamie and Jim are joined by Craig Tutor, the former state parks manager who first put yurts into parks back in the early 1990s. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

How yurts helped save Oregon parks

Jim and Jamie look back at their respective years of adventure and exploration. Amy Wang, The Oregonian/OregonLive’s newsletter editor and books columnist, talks about her year-long quest to visit 50 fun places. Reporter Shane Dixon Kavanaugh discusses his backpacking trip on the beautiful Rogue River Trail. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim and Jamie look back at their respective years of adventure and exploration. Amy Wang, The Oregonian/OregonLive’s newsletter editor and books columnist, talks about her year-long quest to visit 50 fun places. Reporter Shane Dixon Kavanaugh discusses his backpacking trip on the beautiful Rogue River Trail. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Looking back on a year of adventure

We discuss a few of our favorite winter options in and around Portland. We also shout out some Portland-area wildlife preserves that are worth a visit.Check out Jamie’s rundown of 10 wildlife preserves close to Portland.Watch a Peak Northwest video episode of Jim running the Wildwood Trail.Head over to the Hoyt Arboretum website to peruse its seasonal highlights.Watch Jim’s most recent Peak Northwest video episode, in which he goes climbing at Smith Rock State Park. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We discuss a few of our favorite winter options in and around Portland. We also shout out some Portland-area wildlife preserves that are worth a visit.Check out Jamie’s rundown of <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/j66j-2020/01/7d0446f8081324/where-to-find-wildlife-near-the-city-10-wildlife-preserves-close-to-portland.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">10 wildlife preserves close to Portland</a>.Watch a Peak Northwest video episode of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcjEwFawowU&amp;feature=youtu.be" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jim running the Wildwood Trail</a>.Head over to the <a href="http://hoytarboretum.org/visit/seasonal-highlights/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hoyt Arboretum website</a> to peruse its seasonal highlights.Watch Jim’s most recent Peak Northwest video episode, in which <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2020/01/peak-northwest-climbing-high-at-smith-rock-video.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">he goes climbing at Smith Rock State Park</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Our favorite winter hikes in the Portland area

Oregon’s spring break is fast approaching. And while lots of spring breakers have their plans set in stone, some others don’t. At least not yet. So this week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we rattle off road trip ideas for the lucky folks who have time off later this month... but don’t quite know what to do with it.We’d be remiss, of course, not to reference the spread of the coronavirus in the Northwest and around the world. We urge spring breakers to stay up on the news and heed the advice of public officials as the virus continues to spread.Check out Jamie’s compilations of spring break destinations around Oregon, the state’s best roadside attractions and spring break ideas around Portland.Plan for warmer days with Jamie’s list of 12 epic summer road trips across Oregon.Listen to our podcast episode about things to do in the snow — especially if you’re interested in our first road trip suggestion.Watch Jim’s most recent Peak Northwest video episode. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oregon’s spring break is fast approaching. And while lots of spring breakers have their plans set in stone, some others don’t. At least not yet. So this week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we rattle off road trip ideas for the lucky folks who have time off later this month... but don’t quite know what to do with it.We’d be remiss, of course, not to reference the spread of the coronavirus in the Northwest and around the world. We urge spring breakers to <a href="https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oregonlive.com%2Fcoronavirus%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Cenjus%40oregonian.com%7Cd812a03598254369ef4b08d7c60897ab%7C1fe6294574e64203848fb9b82929f9d4%7C0%7C0%7C637195612529322735&amp;sdata=Xd3y80NUS2Ld0gDG3dzlpq2cWZtig16A3CChYbUPypw%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">stay up on the news</a> and heed the advice of public officials as the virus continues to spread.Check out Jamie’s compilations of <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2017/03/16_spring_break_destinations_a.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">spring break destinations around Oregon</a>, the state’s <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2017/11/the_40_best_roadside_attractio.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">best roadside attractions</a> and <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2017/03/10_local_spring_break_ideas_ar.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">spring break ideas around Portland</a>.Plan for warmer days with <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/entertainment/erry-2018/05/b0ab8e69a74348/12_epic_summer_road_trips_acro.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jamie’s list of 12 epic summer road trips across Oregon</a>.Listen to our podcast episode <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/podcasts/2020/01/sledding-snowshoeing-and-cross-country-skiing-in-the-snowy-cascades-peak-northwest-podcast.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">about things to do in the snow</a> — especially if you’re interested in our first road trip suggestion.Watch Jim’s most recent <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2020/02/peak-northwest-we-skied-to-one-of-oregons-fire-lookouts-it-was-the-coziest-camp-night-weve-had-video.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Peak Northwest video episode</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Our guide to last-minute spring break road trips

The Oregon coast’s signature cuisine can be summarized in four words: fish, chips and chowder. We sit down with Michael Russell, the Oregonian/OregonLive’s restaurant reporter and critic, to discuss where to find the coast’s finest.Check out Jamie’s 10 favorite fish and chips spots on the Oregon coast.Read Michael’s rundown of where to eat on the North Oregon Coast.Peruse Jamie’s guide to the chowder belt of the Oregon coast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Oregon coast’s signature cuisine can be summarized in four words: fish, chips and chowder. We sit down with Michael Russell, the Oregonian/OregonLive’s restaurant reporter and critic, to discuss where to find the coast’s finest.Check out Jamie’s 10 <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/08/be353c7a986527/our-10-favorite-fish-and-chips-spots-on-the-oregon-coast.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">favorite fish and chips spots</a> on the Oregon coast.Read Michael’s rundown of where to eat <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/dining/2016/06/where_to_eat_on_the_oregon_coa.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">on the North Oregon Coast</a>.Peruse Jamie’s guide to <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/02/bbc2001eab9626/welcome-to-the-chowder-belt-of-the-central-oregon-coast.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the chowder belt of the Oregon coast</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Finding the best fish, chips and chowder on the Oregon coast

The heartiest of runners pound the pavement year-round. But as spring approaches, the prospect of warmer, sunnier days is bound to beckon more runners to Portland’s sidewalks and trails. So before the season turns, we sat down with Oregonian/OregonLive engagement editor Julie Evensen, an avid runner, to talk all things running.Read Jamie’s Portland runner’s guide to check out a compilation of footraces and runs around the city this year.Watch the latest episode of the Peak Northwest video series, where Jim and his partner ski to one of Oregon’s famed fire lookouts.Check out a previous video episode, where Jim and his partner run the 30.2-mile Wildwood Trail. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The heartiest of runners pound the pavement year-round. But as spring approaches, the prospect of warmer, sunnier days is bound to beckon more runners to Portland’s sidewalks and trails. So before the season turns, we sat down with Oregonian/OregonLive engagement editor Julie Evensen, an avid runner, to talk all things running.Read <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/j66j-2020/01/6ac7a472cd7711/portland-runners-guide-2020-footraces-and-runs-around-the-city-this-year.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jamie’s Portland runner’s guide</a> to check out a compilation of footraces and runs around the city this year.Watch the latest episode of <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2020/02/peak-northwest-we-skied-to-one-of-oregons-fire-lookouts-it-was-the-coziest-camp-night-weve-had-video.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the Peak Northwest video series</a>, where Jim and his partner ski to one of Oregon’s famed fire lookouts.Check out a previous video episode, where Jim and his partner <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2019/11/peak-northwest-we-ran-portlands-wildwood-trail-all-302-miles-of-it-video.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">run the 30.2-mile Wildwood Trail</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

A guide to Portland running, trails and races

Bend is a special place any time of year, but we’re particularly fond of Oregon’s high-desert hangout during the wintertime.Read Jamie’s 20 reasons to love Bend, and check out Michael Russell’s beer lover’s guide to central Oregon. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bend is a special place any time of year, but we’re particularly fond of Oregon’s high-desert hangout during the wintertime.Read Jamie’s <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2017/10/20_reasons_to_love_bend_oregon.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">20 reasons to love Bend</a>, and check out Michael Russell’s <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/05/8e7bf80bf21836/a-beer-lovers-guide-to-central-oregon.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">beer lover’s guide to central Oregon</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Why Bend shines in the wintertime

Downhill skiing is one popular way to experience the majesty of the mountains, come wintertime. But there are plenty of other options for those seeking a different kind of mountain experience. This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we discuss snowy activities that don’t involve buying a lift ticket or spending time at a ski resort.Check out this guide to Oregon Sno-Parks, read Jamie’s story about his first-ever snowshoeing trip and peruse our guide to Mount Hood in the winter. Watch the latest Peak Northwest video to see Jim try surfing on the Oregon coast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Downhill skiing is one popular way to experience the majesty of the mountains, come wintertime. But there are plenty of other options for those seeking a different kind of mountain experience. This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we discuss snowy activities that don’t involve buying a lift ticket or spending time at a ski resort.Check out this <a href="https://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/Forms/DMV/6642.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">guide to Oregon Sno-Park</a>s, read Jamie’s story about his <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/01/52bec3769f8398/8-things-i-learned-from-my-first-snowshoeing-trip-on-mount-hood.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">first-ever snowshoeing trip</a> and peruse our <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2016/12/mount_hood_guide_7_things_to_k.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">guide to Mount Hood in the winter</a>. Watch the latest Peak Northwest video to see Jim try <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/2019/12/peak-northwest-we-tried-surfing-on-the-oregon-coast-it-was-amazing-video.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">surfing on the Oregon coast</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Playing in the snow: The everything-but-downhill-skiing edition

Traveling with kids can be a challenge, albeit one with great rewards.For this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we talked to a panel of parents to get their tips and tricks about traveling with kids. We also talked to a younger pair of experts on the topic.NOTE: Since the coronavirus outbreak has spread through Oregon and around the world, traveling with kids (or even traveling at all) is not a great idea right now. With that in mind, these tips are great to keep in your back pocket for whenever you hit the road again.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Traveling with kids can be a challenge, albeit one with great rewards.For this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we talked to a panel of parents to get their tips and tricks about traveling with kids. We also talked to a younger pair of experts on the topic.NOTE: Since the coronavirus outbreak has spread through Oregon and around the world, traveling with kids (or even traveling at all) is not a great idea right now. With that in mind, these tips are great to keep in your back pocket for whenever you hit the road again. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Tricks for traveling with kids

Whether you’re looking for a funky farmhouse, barrel-aged Belgian or impeccable pub ale, Hood River’s breweries offer a pint for every palate. This week, Oregonian/OregonLive beer reporter Andre Meunier discusses the city's heralded beer scene.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you’re looking for a funky farmhouse, barrel-aged Belgian or impeccable pub ale, <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/02/c656dadf1e7392/why-hood-river-is-a-mustvisit-destination-for-oregon-beer-lovers.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hood River’s breweries offer a pint for every palate</a>. This week, Oregonian/OregonLive beer reporter <a href="https://www.instagram.com/oregonianbeerguy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andre Meunier</a> discusses the city's heralded beer scene. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Hood River’s heralded beer scene

We asked for your stories from the outdoors. And you delivered, responding with some darn good ones. So this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast — the fourth in our series of campfire tales — features several great stories submitted over the past few weeks.Want to submit an outdoors or adventure story of your own? Leave a message on our podcast hotline, 503-221-4345, or send a voice memo to podcasts@oregonian.com. We’re hoping to feature more submitted stories in future episodes, and we’d love to hear from you.Reliable local journalism matters now more than ever. Please support our work for just $10 a month. Subscribe now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We asked for your stories from the outdoors. And you delivered, responding with some darn good ones. So this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast — the fourth in our series of campfire tales — features several great stories submitted over the past few weeks.Want to submit an outdoors or adventure story of your own? Leave a message on our podcast hotline, 503-221-4345, or send a voice memo to <a href="mailto:podcasts@oregonian.com">podcasts@oregonian.com</a>. We’re hoping to feature more submitted stories in future episodes, and we’d love to hear from you.Reliable local journalism matters now more than ever. Please support our work for just $10 a month. <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/digitalsubscription/display/?utm_source=POD&amp;utm_medium=ACQ-ADH0-122a&amp;utm_campaign=ACQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe now</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Campfire stories: Your memorable animal encounters

We all like to share the best moments from our outdoor adventures, but sometimes our most difficult experiences are the most rewarding. On this week’s episode, we look past the pretty photos to share experiences that pushed us to the limit — and taught us some valuable lessons in the process.We want to hear your stories, too! To submit your own campfire story, leave a message on our podcast hotline, 503-221-4345, or send a voice memo to podcasts@oregonian.com. We’ll be featuring some of our favorites in future episodes, and we’d love to hear from you.Reliable local journalism matters now more than ever. Please support our work for just $10 a month. Subscribe now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all like to share the best moments from our outdoor adventures, but sometimes our most difficult experiences are the most rewarding. On this week’s episode, we look past the pretty photos to share experiences that pushed us to the limit — and taught us some valuable lessons in the process.We want to hear your stories, too! To submit your own campfire story, leave a message on our podcast hotline, 503-221-4345, or send a voice memo to <a href="mailto:podcasts@oregonian.com">podcasts@oregonian.com</a>. We’ll be featuring some of our favorites in future episodes, and we’d love to hear from you.Reliable local journalism matters now more than ever. Please support our work for just $10 a month. <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/digitalsubscription/display/?utm_source=POD&amp;utm_medium=ACQ-ADH0-122a&amp;utm_campaign=ACQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe now</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Campfire stories: Adventures that pushed us to our limits

Whether it’s a bear sighting, a critter who gets too close or a feisty creature who wants you to scram, we all have stories about memorable contacts with animals while out in nature. So this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast — the latest in our “campfire stories” series — is dedicated to unforgettable animal encounters.Leave a message on our podcast hotline, 503-221-4345, or send a voice memo to podcasts@oregonian.com. We’re hoping to feature some of our favorites in future episodes, and we’d love to hear from you.Reliable local journalism matters now more than ever. Please support our work for just $10 a month. Subscribe now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it’s a bear sighting, a critter who gets too close or a feisty creature who wants you to scram, we all have stories about memorable contacts with animals while out in nature. So this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast — the latest in our “campfire stories” series — is dedicated to unforgettable animal encounters.Leave a message on our podcast hotline, 503-221-4345, or send a voice memo to <a href="mailto:podcasts@oregonian.com">podcasts@oregonian.com</a>. We’re hoping to feature some of our favorites in future episodes, and we’d love to hear from you.Reliable local journalism matters now more than ever. Please support our work for just $10 a month. <a href="https://www.oregonlive.com/digitalsubscription/display/?utm_source=POD&amp;utm_medium=ACQ-ADH0-122a&amp;utm_campaign=ACQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe now</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Campfire stories: Our unforgettable animal encounters

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