5 Pacific Northwest Winter Adventures
By Charelle Stanley Toan Chu Hiking can still be a fun and peaceful way to get outdoors in the winter months; it just takes a little more prep and planning. Here you'll learn about the winter adventure essentials, regulating your body temperature with three types of layers, and what to do before you head out so that you can safely enjoy nature, even in cooler temps. If you're looking for a place to start your cold-weather adventures, I've also compiled a list of my top five spots for easy to moderate hiking in the Pacific Northwest — read on for those! But first, a quick safety reminder to s tay on the trail ( do not venture off trail unless you have taken a certified AIARE avalanche course or equivalent) and to always let people know where you are going and when you plan on coming back. Essentials on the Trail ☑️ Food When you're on the trail you tend to snack more than usual. Bring food that is filling and easy to repackage in order to reduce waist on the trail. ☑