Best Jennie Thwing Flaming And Craig Romano Podcasts (2025)

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Uncrowded Golden Larch Hikes 17:01

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4d ago17:01

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares four golden larch hikes that aren't crowded for alpine and western larches. Happy Larch March season! Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seasonal hiking inspiration …

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Hiking and Goats 11:57

11d ago11:57

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss places to see goats while hiking in Washington as well as some basics about goats and goat safety. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seasonal hiking insp…

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Best hikes for Fall 2025 around Washington State 26:13

18d ago26:13

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite fall hikes for this year and this season all around Washington. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seasonal hiking inspiration Jennie’s hik…

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Preparing for and getting weather information for Washington hikes 20:27

25d ago20:27

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss how to prepare for varied weather, where to find good information including without cell service and how to stay safe all year on the trail. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s …

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3 Amazing September Hikes in the Cascade Mountains 11:36

1M ago11:36

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares her top three September hikes in Washington's Cascade Mountains. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seasonal hiking inspiration Jennie’s hike planner and Seattle sea…

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Fueling your hike - What to eat while hiking 44:30

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss what they eat on hikes (spoiler alert - they eat different things!) and what to think about when deciding what food and how much to bring with you on your hike. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebo…

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Best Hikes in Washington’s Selkirk Mountains 17:27

2M ago17:27

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Craig shares his favorite hikes in Northeast Washington’s solitude filled Selkirk Mountains Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seasonal hiking inspiration Jennie’s hike planner an…

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Best swimming lakes for late summer 17:02

2M ago17:02

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite hikes to swimming lakes in Washington Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seasonal hiking inspiration Jennie’s hike planner and Seattle seas…

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What parking passes do I need for Washington State hiking? 18:45

2M ago18:45

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about the sometimes confusing system of parking passes across Washington State and how to figure out which pass you need for what hike. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Discover Pass Sno Park Pass Northwest Forest Pass …

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The Best Alpine Wildflower hikes in Washington State 20:15

2M ago20:15

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite alpine wildflower hikes across Washington for peak alpine wildflower season in Late July and early August. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for week…

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The Best Peak Summer hikes in Washington 14:57

2M ago14:57

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about their favorite hikes for mid summer across Washington State. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seasonal hiking inspiration Jennie’s hike planner and S…

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Best summer hiking vacations near Washington in Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia 24:28

3M ago24:28

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about their favorite summer hiking destinations in our neighbors - Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seasonal hiking ins…

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Going Deeper with Nature on the Trail with Matthew Kessi 45:25

3M ago45:25

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Matthew Kessi joins Jennie to talk about the emotional and physical benefits of connecting with nature while hiking and strategies for doing that, especially during times of personal transition. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Kessi World M…

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How to beat the crowds on the trail by finding your own hike 23:33

3M ago23:33

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss strategies and tools for finding your own hike and getting away from crowds. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seasonal hiking inspiration Jennie’s hike …

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The Best Hiking Summer Vacations in Washington State 21:31

3M ago21:31

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite places for vacations focused on hiking in Washington State - including places that are off the beaten track. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for we…

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A Tribute to the Carbon River area of Mt Rainier National Park 23:03

4M ago23:03

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig pay tribute to the Carbon River area of Mt Rainier National Park, which is currently closed because the Fairfax Bridge to access it has been permanently closed. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get …

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Best Spokane area hikes with Emily Mandagie 28:36

4M ago28:36

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) The Mandagies - Emily and Bertie’s Pacific Northwest Travel and Photography website Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seasonal hiking inspiration Jennie’s hike planner and Seattl…

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Best hikes for Early Summer in Washington State 15:06

4M ago15:06

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite hikes for early summer that are snow free early and feel like summer. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seasonal hiking inspiration Jennie…

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Hiking in Southwestern British Columbia with Taryn Eyton 56:55

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Taryn Eyton joins Jennie and Craig to talk about her favorite trails on Vancouver Island and in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia as well as trail challenges to navigate on both sides of the border. Happiest Outdoors - Taryn’s website and books Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast wit…

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What Impact will Federal Staff and Budget Cuts have on Washington Hiking this year with Anna Roth (Part 2) 25:57

5M ago25:57

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Washington Trails Association Digital Content Manager Anna Roth joins Jennie to talk about what to expect this summer on Washington Trails and how hikers can help in part 2 of this mini series. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Washington Tra…

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What Impact will Federal Staff and Budget Cuts have on Washington Hiking this year with Jeff Kish (Part 1) 29:40

5M ago29:40

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jeff Kish, Executive Director of the Pacific Northwest Trail Association, joins Jennie to share what hikers can expect on forest service trails this summer during this Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Pacific Northwest Trail Association Crai…

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Best Hikes with Young Kids in Washington with Marissa Pedersen 18:33

5M ago18:33

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Marissa Pedersen joins Jennie to share her top tips for hiking with young children in Washington State as well as some of her favorite hikes with young children in Washington. Our sponsor for the month of April is Snohomish County Tourism. Thank you! Get Marissa’s new book - Moon Guide to Washing…

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More than Lake 22 - Lake, Forest and River hikes in Snohomish County 22:16

5M ago22:16

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about their favorite lowland hikes to lakes, waterfalls and along rivers and forests in Snohomish County. Our sponsor for the month of April is Snohomish County Tourism. Thank you! Listen to Snohomish County Placemakers wherever you get your podcasts Follow Snohomish County …

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More than Mt Pilchuck - Alpine Hikes in Snohomish County for Solitude 22:04

6M ago22:04

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss some alternatives to the super popular and busy hikes on the Mountain Loop Highway and along Highway 2, including some that have recently restored road access. Our sponsor for the month of April is Snohomish County Tourism. Thank you! Listen to Snohomish County Placemaker…

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Insiders Guide to Hiking in Snohomish County with Richard Porter and Nick Shekeryk from Snohomish County Placemakers 39:29

6M ago39:29

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Richard Porter and Nick Shekeryk, hosts of the Snohomish County Placemakers Podcast, join Jennie and Craig to talk about their favorite urban and backcountry trails in Snohomish County as well as some of their favorite places to eat, drink and stay after a hike. Our sponsor for the month of April…

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Best Hikes in Vancouver, British Columbia 27:48

6M ago27:48

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie interviews Craig about his brand new book - Urban Hiking Vancouver BC! We talk about the many wonderful hikes that are transit accessible and provide a beautiful oasis in nature within and around the city. Our sponsor for the month of April is Snohomish County Tourism. Thank you! Support t…

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Best hikes for Whale Watching in Western Washington 18:54

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about some of their favorite hikes around the Salish Sea in Western Washington for seeing whales - resident and transient orcas as well as migrating grey and humpback whales Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiki…

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Best spring hikes in Washington for 2025 18:02

6M ago18:02

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig share their favorite hikes across Washington State in spring, updated for 2025 Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks (Check out Eastern Washington and Olympic National Park especially for this episode) J…

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Spring (and winter) Avalanche Safety with the Northwest Avalanche Center 29:30

7M ago29:30

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Devon Schoos of the Northwest Avalanche Center joins Jennie to share the resources that NWAC provides to hikers for avalanche and snow safety as well as some specific considerations for avalanches in spring. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) …

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The Best Hikes in Oregon with Matt Wastradowski and Adam Sawyer 54:45

7M ago54:45

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Hello neighbors! Jennie and Craig’s friends Matt Wastrodowski and Adam Sawyer, both Oregon hiking guide book authors, join Jennie to share their Top 5 hikes in Oregon. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Adam’s Substack - Collecting Sunsets Mat…

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Wildlife encounters while hiking 38:14

7M ago38:14

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig share some of their favorite wildlife encounters and favorite places to see wildlife on Washington’s trails Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Booking a hotel room soon? Book it here and support the podcast at the same time Bu…

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Whidbey Island Hikes 10:43

7M ago10:43

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares some of her favorite hikes on Whidbey and why it’s such an ideal late winter and spring hiking destination. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip (no account or commitment needed) Booking a hotel room soon? Book it here and support the podcast at the same time Buyin…

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Is Valentine's Day hiking a good idea? 41:36

8M ago41:36

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss Valentine's Day and whether or not hiking makes a good date. They also share some favorite date hike ideas if you want to chance it. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Booking a hote…

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Groundhog Day hikes 20:18

8M ago20:18

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about the beloved marmot and some of the best hikes in Washington to see them, almost in time for Ground Hog Day. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Booking a hotel room soon? Book it h…

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Winter hikes for Washingtonians in Southern California 26:01

8M ago26:01

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about one of Craig’s favorite places to hike in Southern California during the winter. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Booking a hotel room soon? Book it here and support the podcast…

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Washington’s Best Winter Waterfalls 16:23

8M ago16:23

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite winter waterfall hikes around Washington State. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guidebooks Jennie’s hike planner and Seattle seasonal hiking guide Ge…

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Best places to Snowshoe in Mt Rainier National Park 10:22

9M ago10:22

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares her favorite places to snowshoe in Mt Rainier National Park and important things to know before heading to the park in winter. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Support the podcast when bookin…

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Lightening your load on the trail and in life with Glen Van Peski 54:29

9M ago54:29

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Author, lightweight backpacker and author Glen Van Peski joins Craig and Jennie to share about lessons learned from traveling lighter in the backcountry for more adventures on the trail and in life beyond the trail. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free conten…

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Hiking resolutions for 2025 34:07

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their goals and hiking resolutions for 2025 and share some ideas for setting your own hiking resolutions for the coming year. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Craig’s hiking guideb…

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The Best Snow Free Winter Hikes in Washington State 27:56

9M ago27:56

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about their favorite hikes in Washington State for snow free winter hiking, from lower altitude big views for those rare sunny days, to islands, forests, valley hikes and waterfalls. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (…

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Winter Solstice hikes 14:48

10M ago14:48

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about their favorite winter solstice hikes - snow free ways to enjoy those late sunrises and early sunsets! Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Get on Jennie’s email list for weekly seas…

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Olympic National Park without a car with Olympic Hiking Company 39:21

10M ago39:21

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Lifelong Olympic Peninsula resident Tommy Farris, founder of Olympic Hiking Company, joins Jennie to talk about year round shuttles available to get around Olympic National Park and how to connect those with transit to Seattle and Victoria BC. We also talk about guided hikes and snowshoe trips an…

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Best snowshoeing hikes near Seattle 19:02

10M ago19:02

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares her favorite snowshoeing hikes near Seattle with some important updates to snowshoeing access at Snoqualmie Pass for 2024-25 Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Jennie's Seattle Seasonal Hiking …

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Hikes to do with or without out of town visitors during the holiday season 25:54

10M ago25:54

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite hikes around Washington State to take visitors on during the holiday season and the ones they go back to again and again this time of year. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the show going! (no account or commitment needed) Get …

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Ode to the Commode - All about the outhouses and pit toilets of Washington 39:28

10M ago39:28

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Did you know that Craig spent several summers as a forest service ranger which involved a lot of cleaning toilets? Learn all about the inner workings of the backcountry toilet and how you can make rangers lives better. Jennie and Craig talk about backcountry toilets, pit toilets and outhouses inc…

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What we have in our packs for fall and winter hiking 15:36

11M ago15:36

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig share what they each carry in their packs in fall and winter to stay safe, warm and dry. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in a future episode!…

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Best November Hikes in Washington State 23:40

11M ago23:40

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig discuss the unique parts of November hiking in Washington and share some of their favorites. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answer in a future epis…

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Spooky Hikes in Washington State 25:33

11M ago25:33

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie and Craig talk about hikes to take in Washington if you want to freak yourself out - from haunted ghost towns to creepy dark forests and weird giant boulders. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave …

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3 Fall hiking oriented weekend getaways in Washington 8:40

12M ago8:40

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares her three favorite places in Washington for a hiking oriented fall weekend getaways to take before the snow flies. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to answ…

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5 Popular Hikes in Washington’s Cascades that are worth a vacation day 10:30

12M ago10:30

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Text us your questions to answer on a future episode Jennie shares five hikes that are extremely popular and crowded but totally deserve your vacation days for a crowd free experience. Support the Washington State Hiking Podcast with a tip to keep the ad free content coming! (no account or commitment needed) Leave Jennie and Craig a voice memo to a…