Sean “Butt Plug” Jansen thru-hiked the PCT in 2015. Sean is a freelance writer and photographer as well as seasonal wilderness guide in Yellowstone National Park. He is now south-bounding from Hiker Town to Campo to raise awareness for the critically endangered Southern California steelhead trout. An anadromous fish, like ... Read more
If you missed it or need a refresher from Part 1, published in April, we encourage you to start by reading Exploring the PCT CREST Project: A Journey with Lindsay Miller for a Q&A introduction to who Lindsay is and why she started this project.
In the face of increasing ... Read more
Disclaimer: This article is intended to provide general information about poison oak and its effects. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing what you suspect may be a severe reaction to poison oak… or are experiencing a severe reaction, it is ... Read more
By Michael Kauffmann
Western North America’s five-needle pines are, in my opinion, among the most beautiful living creatures on Earth. They are also major contributors to the unique high-elevation aesthetic of the Pacific Crest Trail. A pine tree is a kind of conifer, and five-needle pines along the trail include ... Read more
Many of us have been on the Pacific Crest Trail and heard the percussive roll of a woodpecker, seen swallows darting overhead at dusk, or watched from a high ridge as hawks soar thermals below. Whether you’re new to birding (the preferred term for “birdwatching”) or an experienced birder, the ... Read more
By Megan Dolman PhD candidate in Ecology, Evolution and Behavior, Boise State University
[This article was originally published in The Conversation.]
With spring settling in across the U.S. and days lengthening, many people are ready to spend more time outside. But ... Read more
To launch the project, invite you to participate, and educate you, we hosted a webinar on April 6, 2023. Watch it and then get involved!
Learn more in this presentation about the magnificent five-needle pines, why they are in trouble and how you can help monitor their health with use ... Read more
Join us for a webinar on April 6 at 6 p.m. PDT to launch the “5-Needle Pines Along the Pacific Crest Trail” community science project. Register here. Learn more about the magnificent five-needle pines, why they are in trouble and how you can help monitor their health with use of ... Read more
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