A PNW Sampler: the Goat Rocks

About this episode

The episode follows Carrie, Molly, and Rachel as they transition from hiking the enchantments to backpacking in the Goat Rocks, discussing various topics along the way.

Carrie, Molly, and Rachel are as recovered as possible as they transition from thru hiking the enchantments to backpacking though the Goat Rocks. At the hotel, Rachel tries a different approach to deal with her ankle pain. While driving between trailheads, they determine whose responsibility is it to watch for pot holes — driver or passenger? Next, hear the “Nanny Ridge Mode” origin story. Travel through beautiful Cispus pass and Cispus basin. Molly remarks on a choking hazard candy. Admire a beautiful tarn beneath Old Snowy and be inspired to seize the day!

People in this episode

Hosts: Carrie, Molly, Rachel

Topics covered

• thru hiking
• backpacking
• injury management
• responsibility
• nature
• adventure

Keywords

• Goat Rocks
• Cispus pass
• Cispus basin
• backpacking
• thru hiking
• ankle pain
• Nanny Ridge Mode
• adventure

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Goat Rocks, Cispus pass, Cispus basin, Old Snowy

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