Here it is again... a little preparation and knowledge can keep your day hike from turning into a life-or-death, survival situation. Take the time to inform yourself and to equip yourself. Your Pacific Northwest outdoor adventures will be safer and healthier for it. And much more fun!
Resources:
The Mountaineers
The Mountaineers is a Northwest-based organization that provides a
number of resources for wilderness conservation and for outdoor enthusiasts. In addition to publishing a variety of quality outdoors books, The Mountaineers offer an extensive selection of courses on
topics such as orienteering, first aid, and specific outdoor skills
REI
(Recreational Equipment Incorporated)
REI is a well-known supplier of outdoors clothing, supplies, and equipment.
Their huge store in downtown Seattle, equipped with a climbing wall and
other facilities to try out gear, is a popular destination. The "Learn
and Share" section of their web site is an excellent resource for information
on gear and activities.
GORP (Great Outdoor Recreation
Pages)
GORP's web site is a comprehensive source of information about outdoor
activities, gear, and destinations.
