For our readers in the Pacific Northwest, here are a few upcoming events this month worth checking out.
Yearly Archives: 2010
NPS holding information sessions on the proposed Denali climbing fee increase
A few months ago, the NPS announced that they are proposing a fee increase for those that climb Mt. Rainier and Mt. McKinley. Currently at $30 and $200, respectively, the Park Service is proposing to increase those fees to $50 and $500. The sharp increase (in regards to Mt. McKinley) came as a shock to many. As part of the public involvement process, Denali National Park officials are holding information sessions for the public over the course of the next two months.
BP relinquishes oil and gas land leases near Glacier National Park
Last week, two United States Senators from Montana announced that BP will be giving up its holdings near Glacier National Park. The land was leased for oil and natural gas exploration and totals over 1,800 acres steps away from the West entrance to the park.
Review: Merrell Meadowlark pants
In the past week or so, the Pacific Northwest has seen quite a bit of snow, giving me the opportunity to properly try out some new insulated pants. Read more for a full review of Merrell’s Meadowlark pants.
Glacier National Park making improvements to facilities and trails
Glacier National Park, with help from the Glacier National Park Fund, is making improvements to trails and facilities throughout the park. The money is from both donations to the fund and revenue from the sale of Glacier NP specialty license plates in Montana.
Man wanted in shooting of Utah park ranger
Utah State Parks Ranger Brody Young is in critical condition after he was shot three times while performing regular patrols around the Poison Spider Mesa Trail area. He stopped a vehicle at the trailhead on Friday evening and shots were fired by both parties.
“Barefoot Bandit” pleads not guilty to five federal charges
On Thursday in Seattle, Colton Harris-Moore (the famous “Barefoot Bandit” that has been all over the news lately) pled “not guilty” to five federal charges. One of the charges Harris-Moore is facing: stealing and piloting an aircraft without a valid airman’s certificate.
GoLite clothing and gear sale
If you’re in the Boulder, Colorado area anytime between now and November 21, be sure to stop by GoLite’s new Central Boulder location. They are having a huge sale–up to 80% off–on all their new fall inventory (plus a lot more, from the sounds of it). This is definitely your chance to get some high-quality lightweight gear for a great discount.
Day use fees proposed for Mount Si and Tiger Mountain
Two of the most popular hikes in the Seattle area may not be free for much longer. The Department of Natural Resources has been tasked with finding ways to shrink their budget or gain revenue to aid in reducing the state’s $4.8 billion deficit.
Search for elderly hiker goes into its fifth day
In western NY state, rescue teams are searching for a 92-year-old man who has been lost while hiking for five nights. The man, Thomas Hamilton, and his 66-year-old daughter, Rebecca Huffman went for a hike in Allegany State Park last week.