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  • hiking guides
    • intro to hiking
      • how to pick a hike
      • hiking gear
      • hiking basics
      • free resources
    • backpacking guides
      • backpacking 101
      • a guide to washington’s backpacking permit system
      • 10+ north cascades national park backpacking itineraries
    • hiking lists
      • best hikes around seattle
      • a larch guide | 20+ crowd-free washington hikes
      • washington hike-to-scramble progressions
      • 35+ common wildflowers of pnw
    • winter season
      • things to do in the “off-season” // how to hike in the rain
      • winter hiking
      • beginner’s guide to snowshoeing | resources for 20 washington hikes
    • trip report index
  • backcountry skiing
    • the ultimate beginner’s guide to backcountry skiing | washington
    • 25+ low-angle washington ski tours
    • backcountry skiing: tips and tricks
    • comprehensive guide to all my ski tours
  • blog
  • print shop
  • portfolio
    • published work
    • elopement photography
  • about
    • contact
  • canada

    where the north wind blows | whitehorse, yukon

    The Yukon is known for its vast landscapes, giant playground for adventure and perfect conditions for winter northern lights. Spoiler alert...

    April 11, 2024
  • canada,  rockies

    ultimate winter guide to road tripping the powder highway

    Get your coffee mug ready cause you’re in for some dense information and everything you’ll need to know to complete your own Ikon Pass Powder Highway trip! Everything from sights to see, food to eat, and runs to ski...

    April 1, 2024
  • alps,  europe

    the ultimate guide to cortina d’ampezzo

    This is the one post to rule them all. I’ve already put out specifics on all my trips in the Dolomites now, but this is the all encompassing summary one that I’ll list out exactly all the details...

    January 5, 2024
  • pnw

    beginner’s guide to snowshoeing | resources for 20+ washington hikes

    Every year, I’ve noticed the same snowshoe questions being asked. Sometimes in variations, but they generally fall under these categories: What hikes within...

    January 18, 2021
  • pnw

    a larch guide | 20+ crowd-free washington hikes

    Larches, oh larches! Early October is often known as larch madness in Washington. If you\'re someone who likes to hike and who likes aesthetics and staying with the trends, you\'ve probably have heard of the famous larches, trees that turn…

    September 30, 2020

about me

Hi there! I’m Cherlyn and I love to adventure, from climbing mountains to going down canyons. And you won’t find me on any trip without my camera!  Read more…

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