Explore the PNW

We discuss our pontoon boat ride on Lake Coeur D'Alene in Idaho. Great food, great company and wonderful shoreline. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

Mt. Spokane is experiencing a super bloom of bear grass...We couldn't  resisit heading up to Mt. Spokane to see it for ourselves. It didn't disappoint!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

I trip to Southern Utah without my travel partner Debi. I visited Zion, Bryce and Kanab. Listen to this slightly longer podcast to learn more about the area. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

Join us as we talk about mountain biking in Moab. We rode several cool trails, visited Dead Horse Point and Canyonlands on this episode too.  What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

We camped for 2 nights in Arches NP and spend Debi's Birthday in the Fiery Furnace. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

Today we discuss 5 of our favorite gear items on the podcast for car camping. 1.) https://www.fenixlighting.com/product/fenix-hm70r-rechargeable-headlamp/ 2.)https://jetboil.johnsonoutdoors.com/stoves-systems/genesis-basecamp-system 3.)https://www.outdoorgearlab.com/reviews/camping-and-hiking/trekking-poles/black-diamond-alpine-carbon-cork 4.)https://www.nemoequipment.com/products/roamer 5.)https:...

In this episode we introduce you to 5 fun hiking and/or mountain biking trails in the Spokane, WA area.  The areas are: Dishman Conservation Area Iller Conservation Area Riverside Park/Trail 25 The Bluff Saltese/Uplands We hope you enjoy this episode!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

The Lewis & Clark Expedition was synonymous with exploration. They embodied the adventurous spirit, the search of the unknown, uncharted area West of the Mississippi.  During our recent trip to Clark County, I had to explore without my sidekick Debi, which felt like Clark going out into the wild without Lewis. Just didn't have the same vibe but the search for adventure (or at least good p...

From Land's End to Curtis Street we take time to explore the beaches near Lincoln City...and eat some Fish & Chips!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

We visited 4 lighthouses on the Oregon Coast: Heceta Head Yaquina Head Cape Meares Tillamook Rock Listen in and learn more about theses amazing Oregon Coast landmarks. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

157 Miles South of Portland you will find the Cape Perpetual Natural Area. This 2700 acre coastal wilderness area has it all. Geysers, Spouts, and Thor's Well will entertain you for hours, just be cautious if you venture off the pavement. This is a dynamic and wild slice of the Oregon coast and big "sneaker" waves have been known to crash here. Know the tide schedule and enjoy the D...

We discuss our Tacoma and how we have outfitted the perfect Overlanding Rig for exploring the PNW plus the Pro's and Con's of a Roof Top Tent (RTT). We also talk about the additions we have made to the Tacoma to make traveling easier, more convenient and quicker to pack. Listen in for some exciting banter...Love my Tacoma!! https://zargesusa.com/products/cases/standard/k440/ https://www....

Join us for 30 minutes as we snowshoe on a couple of trails on Mt. Spokane. We see a cool animal, talk about snowshoes and snowshoeing and  spin a good story. That's got to be worth your time...right?!? What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

Our first year of traveling and doing Explore the PNW has drawn to an end. This episode is a short recap of the year. We look forward to more travels and adventures in 2022!!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

Our Anniversary Trip brought us back to Joseph Oregon again this year. We snowshoed, hiked, and took photos around the beautiful Wallowa Lake area. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

We went to explore a hike in Idaho...those Forest Service Roads get steep.  After accessing the road conditions do you keep driving in the ice or turn around?  What does that look like...Plan A, B or C ???  Keep listening to find out what we decided. Hint...when your Exploring the PNW partner is death gripping the seat you are wise to "read the room". lol. What did you think about this w...

We spent a long weekend exploring the small central Washington community of Winthrop, Washington. This town feels like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid could come racing through town, spurs driving their horses to avoid the posse hot on their tails. Think Leavenworth but replace a Bavarian vibe with the Old West one. It's also the gateway to the beautiful North Cascades National Park!!!! ht...

A return to the North Cascades for a snowy hike, camping outing and photography exploration.  What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

We took a quick drive to Leavenworth to hike the Enchantments. The strenuous hike to Colchuck Lake was so worth the payoff.  Tons of Yellow Larches and the most beautiful lake water imaginable. Follow along as we get hyped for Larch Season!!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

We did a last minute trip to Missoula. We hit our fav mountain bike trail at Rattlesnake again and visited the Garden of 1000 Buddhas in Arlee, MT. We discuss the benefits of disperse camping, using www.hipcamp.com to locate a camping spot without planning ahead of time and how cool Montana is.  What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

We did a completely last minute trip to Glacier National Park. Several changes to the park entry in 2021. Listen for the steps you need to take OR just enter Glacier early in the morning and don't worry about he new rules. lol. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

We discovered the beautiful paddling opportunities below the Nine Mile Dam. Great park, put in was easy and the area was perfect for an afternoon of Kokopelli Paddling. If you have listen to our podcast and have heard us talk about our Packrafts...do yourself a favor and go to their website and buy one. They are the most fun day paddling vessel Ive ever paddled. So much more fun then a Stand Up Pa...

Whats better then paddling Kokopelli's on a beautiful lake...doing that AND taking a pontoon boat ride to town for Ice Cream!!! When you travel you have to be open to being spontaneous and being friendly pays sweet dividends. https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233637 https://www.coneandcoffee.com/sandpoint What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

Good fitness hike just outside the City of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Not too steep but enough to get your heart rate up and finish with a tasty view of the Lake. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/idaho/mineral-ridge-national-recreation-trail What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect

Kokopelli , flute player, symbol of fertility and joy A symbol of fertility, joy, feast, and long life, he is also a minstrel, a spirit of music, a storyteller, a rainmaker, a healer, a teacher, a joker-magician, a seducer. Kokopelli possesses the wisdom of age. or https://kokopelli.com This week we discuss the Kokopelli Packraft and take it for a spin on West Medical Lake, near Spokane, Washingto...