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Hiking the Wonderland Trail

The Complete Guide to Mount Rainier's Premier Trail

By: Tami Asars

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Hiking the Wonderland Trail

The Complete Guide to Mount Rainier's Premier Trail

By: Tami Asars

CLICK HERE to download the chapter on "Backpacking" from Hiking the Wonderland Trail "There's no other trip, trail or peak that any backpacker should rank higher on his life list than the Wonderland Trail." - Backpacker magazine * Comprehensive and affectionate guide to one of the nation’s iconic wilderness trails * Everything you need to help plan this 93-mile trek, whether done in one trip or several * Lavish, full-color design, yet informative and practical, with 125 photographs and 18 maps * Find even more details, updates and added trip extensions at hikingthewonderlandtrail.com Washington State's famed Wonderland Trail is a spectacular 93-mile route that circumnavigates Mount Rainier, challenging hikers with its strenuous 22,000 feet of cumulative elevation gain and loss. Hiking the Wonderland Trail: The Complete Guide to Mount Rainier's Premier Trail is an authoritative guidebook penned by Washington native Tami Asars, a professional instructor on hiking the trail, a third-generation hiker of the Cascade mountains, and seven-time hiker of the entire Wonderland Trail. In this guide Asars draws on her experience, covering these essentials: * How to work with the Wonderland Trail permit reservation system, and when to apply * Recommended gear--with a checklist--and ways to reduce pack weight, prevent blisters, and stay warm and dry * How to pack the perfect backpack * Food and fuel caching on the Wonderland, tips and instruction * Detailed camp-to-camp route descriptions and suggested itineraries * How to extend your adventures with the Northern Loop Trail and the Eastside Trail Over the years, Asars has taken extensive notes that she shares at workshops and in the field. Hiking the Wonderland Trail distills her boot-tested knowledge so that everyone can enjoy the magic of Mount Rainier's premier trail.

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1594856559

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Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Washington

Section Hiking from the Columbia River to Manning Park

By: Tami Asars

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Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Washington

Section Hiking from the Columbia River to Manning Park

By: Tami Asars

• Inspirational full-color guides with over 150 color photographs in each Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Washington is written by Tami Asars. Tami grew up in western Washington playing in the North Cascades. She teaches classes on backpacking basics, lightweight backpacking, and more. A former employee of REI, she now dedicates her time to outdoor writing and photography and is the author of two guidebooks, including Hiking the Wonderland Trail. Tami lives in the Cascade foothills with her husband, Vilnis, and their rough collie, Scout. She can be found at www.tamiasars.com and www.hikingthewonderlandtrail.com. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) meanders from the California-Mexico border north to the border of Washington and Canada. It’s a rigorous trail, first envisioned in 1926 and now encompassing some 2,650 miles. Each volume of this new series focuses on section-by-section pieces of the PCT and includes the following features: • Trail sections of 4- to 10-night trips • Detailed camp-to-camp route descriptions • Easy-to-understand route maps and elevation profiles • Details on specific campsites and most-reliable water sources • Road access to and from various trail sections • Info on permits, hazards, restrictions, and more • Alternate routes and connecting trails • Clear references to the PCT’s established system of section letters, designating trail segments from Mexico to Canada—so you can easily cross-reference the guides with other PCT resources • Key wilderness sights along the way • Suggested itineraries

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1594858756

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Day Hiking: Mount Rainier

National Park, Crystal Mountain, Cayuse and Chinook Passes

By: Tami Asars

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Day Hiking: Mount Rainier

National Park, Crystal Mountain, Cayuse and Chinook Passes

By: Tami Asars

Written by the author of the popular Hiking the Wonderland Trail Features 100% new text and photos All trails re-hiked and more than 20 new hikes added With old-growth evergreens, wildflower meadows, enchanting wildlife, raging rivers, and sparkling lakes set against a backdrop of ice flows, gaping crevasses, and crumbling sheer rock walls, the Mount Rainier National Park is a special sanctuary for locals and visitors alike. This all new second edition of Day Hiking: Mount Rainier includes short and easy hikes as well as longer and more challenging options. The guide features 80 hikes in, and just outside, the national park with detailed topo route maps and full-color photos throughout. There are charts to help hikers of all levels find the right hike for their mood and time, as well as length and elevation data, clear driving and parking instructions, and trail descriptions written in the author’s encouraging and humorous voice.

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1680510118

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Fall Color Hikes: Washington

By: Tami Asars

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Fall Color Hikes: Washington

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Written with enthusiasm, ready wit, and personal expertise" -- Seattle Book Review 45 detailed hiking routes to fall color 8 colorful scenic drives with lookouts or walk-to viewing points Stunning full-color photographs throughout Fall color isn’t just for New England leaf peepers; hit these trails in autumn to see that the Evergreen State also explodes with vibrant reds and golds. In Fall Color Hikes: Washington, expert hiker and guidebook author Tami Asars shares the best hikes and drives for experiencing and--photographing--the full glory of fall color in Washington. Each of the 45 hike descriptions highlights trail particulars as well as what foliage hikers can expect to see, while the 8 scenic drives guide you along the roads in different parts of the state that offer plenty of opportunities to pull over and marvel at nature’s beauty. Introductory text includes suggestions for getting the best photos of the eye-popping colors and tips for planning for fall and winter outings when days are shorter and colder.

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1680513060

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Day Hiking Mount Adams & Goat Rocks Wilderness

Indian Heaven * Yakima Area * White Pass

By: Tami Asars

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Day Hiking Mount Adams & Goat Rocks Wilderness

Indian Heaven * Yakima Area * White Pass

By: Tami Asars

* 81 of the best day hikes in Washington’s southern Cascades * Hike to the top (12,280 feet) of one of Washington’s five active volcanoes * By the author of the bestselling Hiking the Wonderland Trail Mount Adams is one of Washington’s treasured big volcanic peaks, while the Goat Rocks area is a favorite of serious hikers and backpackers. Day Hiking: Mount Adams and Goat Rocks provides routes to the 81 best day hikes throughout this region, which also includes the Indian Heaven Wilderness, White Pass, the area east and north of Yakima, as well as a few hikes in the Tatoosh Wilderness and Tieton area. In addition to the plethora of day hikes, this guide also includes the South Spur summit route of Mount Adams, which can be done in one long day. **Mountaineers Books designates 1 percent of the sales of select guidebooks in our Day Hiking series toward volunteer trail maintenance. Since launching this program, we’ve contributed more than $14,000 toward improving trails. For this book, our 1 percent of sales is going to Washington Trails Association (WTA). WTA hosts more than 750 work parties throughout Washington’s Cascades and Olympics each year, with volunteers clearing downed logs after spring snowmelt, cutting away brush, retreading worn stretches of trail, and building bridges and turnpikes. Their efforts are essential to the land managers who maintain thousands of acres on shoestring budgets.

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Hiking the Wonderland Trail

The Complete Guide to Mount Rainier's Premier Trail

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Hiking the Wonderland Trail

The Complete Guide to Mount Rainier's Premier Trail

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Hiking the Wonderland Trail is the authoritative guide to planning and enjoying the world-class trail that circumnavigates Washington’s Mount Rainier. Hikers who tackle this 93-mile route endure a strenuous 22,000 feet of elevation gain and loss. Fully revised and refreshed, this second edition offers the best, most up-to-date and thorough information available, whether you’re thru-hiking, section hiking, or exploring the adjacent Northern or Eastside Loop Trails. Washington native and professional hiking guide Tami Asars also now highlights a selection of short day hikes to encourage hikers to spend an extra night or two on the trail, while new sidebars written in her signature playful style, such as "Tami’s Wonderland Trail Camp Superlatives!" spotlight bonus information to enhance your adventure. As one Wonderland Trail hiker notes, "If you have ever wanted to hike the WT in sections or as a complete loop, you need this book. . . . [Asars] describes in detail significant geological, botanical, and topographical formations and she interjects humor and historic insights throughout the text.

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Day Hiking: Mount Rainier

National Park, Crystal Mountain, Cayuse and Chinook Passes

By: Tami Asars

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National Park, Crystal Mountain, Cayuse and Chinook Passes

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Hiking the Wonderland Trail

Hiking the Wonderland Trail

Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Washington

Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Washington

Day Hiking: Mount Rainier

Day Hiking: Mount Rainier

Fall Color Hikes: Washington

Fall Color Hikes: Washington

Day Hiking Mount Adams & Goat Rocks Wilderness

Day Hiking Mount Adams & Goat Rocks Wilderness

Hiking the Wonderland Trail

Hiking the Wonderland Trail

Day Hiking: Mount Rainier

Day Hiking: Mount Rainier

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