In my first article for Backpacker Magazine I detail the epic overnight trip to Ice Lake in eastern Oregon’s Eagle Cap Wilderness. Read about it in the October issue of Backpacker or check it out online here.
Backpacker Magazine: Ice Lake
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Tags: Backpacker Magazine, Backpacking, Eagle Cap Wilderness, hiking, Ice Lake, oregon, photography, Wallowas, Writing
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Portland Mercury: The Falls of History and God
26 06 2014In my first article for the Portland Mercury I encourage people to visit some of the area’s waterfalls for more than just their inherent beauty. From the article:
“Some waterfalls are more than just pretty places to visit. While the opportunity to prance around in a forested scene straight out of a Kinkade-ian masterpiece is typically inspiration enough to seek one out, sometimes you want more from your experience. Luckily, there are a number of waterfall hikes in the Portland area that dangle alluring carrots of added interest, like “fascinating regional history” or “a chance to commune with a faith-based deity.” So for those of you who need a little extra motivation to get your butt outside and next to a beautiful waterfall, here you go.”
Click here to read the entire article.
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Tags: Abiqua Falls, Columbia River Gorge, Coopey Falls, hiking, Hiking Waterfalls in Oregon, nature, oregon, outdoors, photography, Portland, Portland Mercury, travel, Warren Falls, waterfalls, Writing
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Northwest Travel Magazine: Tails & Trotters
3 06 2014Across the globe there are regional, artisanal products with reputations for excellence: Parmigiano Reggiano from Italy, Kobe beef from Japan, and the list goes on. Oregon farmer Aaron Silverman and his partner Mark Cockcroft wanted to do the same for pork in the Northwest. And they’ve accomplished it with Tails & Trotters, producing the first signature Northwest pork.
The renowned Jamón Ibérico ham inspired the idea. In Spain, the black-footed or “pata negra” pigs are allowed to roam the oak groves of the region where they are naturally fattened on acorns. And while the Northwest isn’t exactly a great place to grow acorns, Oregon is heaven for hazelnuts. So Aaron and Mark take Washington-raised pigs and finish them on Oregon hazelnuts. The finished product is as good as it gets. Check out the whole article here. Pictured below is their Bahn Mi – A Vietnamese-style sandwich w/ pickled carrot & daikon, cucumber, jalapeno, cilantro & Asian herb mayo on a fresh bakery roll.
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Tags: Bahn Mi, Food Photography, Northwest Travel Magazine, Pork, Tails & Trotters, travel, Writing
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Roots Rated: How to be a KEEN Ambassador
29 05 2014Ever wonder how someone becomes a brand ambassador? What do you do? What are the benefits, besides free gear? Any downsides? Well I wrote all about it for RootsRated. The story includes an interview with Ben Mauser, Ambassador Honcho for KEEN, and some inside perspective from yours truly. Click here to check it out.
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Tags: Brand Ambassador, KEEN Footwear, RootsRated, Writing
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Northwest Travel Magazine: Driving the Cascade Loop
19 05 2014In my first cover feature, I recount one of my favorite trips on memory – the drive along Washington’s Cascade Loop Scenic Highway. From the article:
“A journey along the Cascade Loop Scenic Highway provides a chance to experience all the things that typify the Northwest, all that we hold dear. It’s our past, present and future. It’s our culture, and a tangible display of beauty and bounty.”
To read the whole thing, pick up the latest issue of Northwest Travel Magazine. To read online, click here.
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Tags: Cascade Loop Scenic Highway, photography, Scenic Drive, travel, Washington, Writing
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Northwest Travel Magazine: Winter Adventure in Western Montana
2 01 2014My latest feature for Northwest Travel Magazine is available on newsstands, or by clicking right here. This one was particularly fun to “research” :-). From the article:
“Our plan was to take snowmobiles miles up into the backcountry, spend the night in a yurt, go skiing and snowshoeing the next day, and then snowmobile back down. This all sounded great to me, and having never driven a snowmobile or slept in a yurt, I was pumped by the prospect; pumped until our guides handed us our avalanche packs.
These packs contained a number of items including a shovel and a locator beacon. I understood that there was no imminent avalanche danger and the guides knew exactly where to go and, more importantly, where not to go. But there’s always that moment of trepidation when you encounter something that reminds you of your vulnerability in the face of Mother Nature’s power. I remember reacting the same way when I moved to the Northwest and saw those “Tsunami Hazard Zone” signs with the stick figure running for his life.”
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“Hiking Waterfalls in Oregon” Now Available for Preorder
11 12 2013While it still might only be in the editing phase, the project that has consumed much of my time over the last two years is now available for purchase….preorder anyway 🙂 The “Hiking Waterfalls in Oregon” guidebook from Falcon Guides won’t be available in stores until June, but my local bookseller is selling it at a screamingly good preorder discount price of $16.46! Click here to check it out.
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Tags: Columbia River Gorge, hiking, Hiking Waterfalls in Oregon, nature, oregon, outdoors, photography, waterfalls, Writing
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Northwest Travel Magazine: Rafting 101-Navigating Northwest Rivers
1 08 2013In my second feature for Northwest Travel Magazine I tell the story of my week long journey with Rogue Wilderness Adventures. This was easily the best time I’ve had doing “research” for a story. From the story:
“I had been rafting before, but only on a handful of quick half-day trips; never anything like this. I always experience butterflies when getting back in a raft. My senses are heightened, eyes are widened, but all worries go away once I hit the first rapid and get doused with cold mountain water. Like some sort of fear-baptismal, the trepidation is washed away and I’m born again with an ear-to-ear grin.”
Click here to read the online version.
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Tags: nature, Northwest Travel Magazine, oregon, outdoors, Rogue River, Rogue Wilderness Adventures, travel, Whitewater Rafting, Writing
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Picture of the Week: Waterfall Road Trip
29 07 2013I’m back from my epic road trip to photograph and document waterfalls for the forthcoming Hiking Waterfalls in Oregon guidebook!
Over the last 17 days my girlfriend and I drove over 3,200 miles, or what would be Portland to Miami. Went on 40 individual waterfall hikes and visited numerous other natural wonders. In the course of hiking we covered close to 90 miles, gained over 17,000 feet of elevation, and encountered 63 individual waterfalls. My injuries were limited to 1 strained knee and 1 atrocious thigh bruise. We were scared witless by 1 black bear and were visited by numerous timid but cordial dear. We stayed in primitive campgrounds and posh hotel suites. We ate wild berries, beef jerky, microwave burritos, and the freshest, finest Northwest seafood to be found. It was the trip of a lifetime. I feel physically strong, mentally rejuvenated, happy to be home, but very sad it’s over. Today feels like the day after Christmas. Now I have to clean up all the wrapping paper 🙂 Photo courtesy of Stephanie Paris.
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Tags: hiking, Hiking Waterfalls in Oregon, oregon, photography, Portland Family Outdoors, travel, waterfalls, Writing
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“What’s the Soup?” Review: Cauliflower & Tahini Soup at Levant
18 06 2013My latest soup review for What’s the Soup? took me to Levant in Portland, Oregon. Chef-owner Scott Snyder creates inspired French-Arabesque dishes, like the Cauliflower & Tahini, with Fried Purple Cauliflower, Spicy Pepper & Mint Relish. From the article:
“The marriage of flavor profiles and cooking techniques that are among the most lauded in culinary history produced a soup that was a worthy and just representation of both. The richness of French cuisine was highlighted with splashes of bright Middle Eastern flavor. If what the dietary experts say about eating lots of colors is true, then this bowl of soup will go a long way towards keeping me out of the doctor’s office. Reds, greens, and purples in a variety of shapes and textures danced on top of the soup’s creamy canvas in a way that made the bowl a joy to photograph while simultaneously producing an enviable mouthfeel in each spoonful.” Read the whole article here.
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