Nestled just a stone’s throw beneath the Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River between Oregon and Washington lies an unassuming National Historic Site filled with stories worth telling. On a recent work trip to the south end of Skamania County, I stumbled upon this great heritage destination. If you’re looking to escape a bustling city without traveling too far into the void of central Washington, Skamania County is an excellent

Ascending Saint Helens, Part 2 of 4: Rock-hopping at the jetty

Washington Our Home
August 21, 2012
Family, Gear, Mt. Saint Helens, Pacific Ocean, Recreation, Western Washington
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After deciding to climb Mt. Saint Helens in early 2012 and committing myself by actually purchasing the permits back in February, Dad and I had been training for the climb for months as the ascent date approached. It wasn’t until August finally arrived that we fully realized the gravity of the task we were about to undertake and upon reevaluation, found ourselves lacking in several training areas. When deciding to

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Ascending Saint Helens, Part 2 of 4: Rock-hopping at the jetty