Climbing Mount Baker: Pivot and Ascend

About this episode

Carrie and Molly discuss their mountaineering plans and experiences climbing Mount Baker.

Carrie and Molly invite you to pivot with them as they switch mountaineering plans and set their sights on Mount Baker! The sisters discuss their route of choice, preparation, and some things that made them feel nervous about climbing this classic PNW volcano. Cruise up the railroad grade trail and hear about the approach to this stunning peak.

People in this episode

Hosts: Carrie, Molly

Topics covered

• mountaineering
• climbing
• outdoor adventure
• preparation
• Pacific Northwest

Keywords

• Mount Baker
• climbing
• mountaineering
• outdoor adventure
• PNW volcano

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Mount Baker, PNW

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