#023 - In this episode I describe the new "time entry reservation" system being proposed to start in Mount Rainier National Park as early as summer 2024. Please make sure your voice is heard by adding your comment during the open comment period that ends June 11th.To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit:https://alpinegeek.com/episode23

#022 - Jason Hardrath is a physical education teacher at Bonanza Elementary and a mountaineer known for tackling difficult mountaineering challenges in record times. He has a goal to complete 100 of these "fastest known times", or FKTs, and it over 3/4th of the way there. To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit:https://alpinegeek.com/episode22

#021 - Kyle McCrohan is the author and namesake behind the blog ClimberKyle.com. In this episode, we discuss what inspired Kyle to start his blog, why he is drawn to high routes and traverses, and what we would like to see for the future of hiking technology.To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit:https://alpinegeek.com/episode21

#020 - Bill Goodgion is the creator and admin of the Pacific Northwest (PNW) Peak Baggers, a community of hikers, scramblers and climbers that pursue fulfillment on the summits of big mountains. Learn why he started the group and how he draws inspiration from the victories of its members, both large and small.To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit:https://alpinegeek.com/episode20

#019 - On August 8, 2020, fellow climbers Karen Wallace, Catrina Kindahl-Ross and myself climbed Mount Rainier via the Disappointment Cleaver route. This was the first successful summit for each of us and had been a multi-year goal for us. In this episode, we reflect on our experience and offer our thoughts and advice for any who may be considering attempting this Washington classic.To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit:https://alpinegeek.com/episode19

#018 - Matt Jacobs is the creator of the acclaimed website CalTopo.com and its search-and-rescue-oriented sister site, SARTopo.com. This week I sit down with Matt to discuss the origins of these tools, thoughts on some of its unique features, and where the platform is going.To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit:https://alpinegeek.com/episode18

#017 - Craig Romano is an award-winning author and co-author of over 20 trail guides covering Washington state. We discuss two of his upcoming releases, Urban Trails: Vancouver, Washington, and Day Hiking the North Cascades 2nd Edition, and he shares his tips and tricks for finding solitude on trails that are increasingly overcrowded. To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit:https://alpinegeek.com/episode17

#016 - Glen Young, climbing programs director for Miyar Adventures, describes how COVID-19 has impacted the guiding industry, and how Miyar Adventures is resuming guided trips under new precautions. He also discusses the creation of Karma Project, a non-profit that helps people living in remote Himalayan villages improve their lives by creating sustainable tourism companies.To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit:https://alpinegeek.com/episode16

#015 - Sam Sanders discusses leadership in the outdoors. Weaving together material from NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School) and even the book, "5 Love Languages" by Gary Chapman, she presents a framework to help current and aspiring leaders be more empathetic and responsive to the needs of their group.To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit:https://alpinegeek.com/episode15

#014 - Mike Mojica is the owner and lead product designer for Outdoor Element, a gear manufacturer based out of Denver, Colorado. A proud member of the Pueblo Nation, Laguna Tribe, his Native name is “Bodaway” which means “fire maker”. That theme carries into the entire Outdoor Element product line of gear designed to help you create fire—one of the ten essentials. In this interview, I sit down with Mike to discuss how he develops products and talk about his latest innovation, Handled.To access the links and show notes for this episode, visit:https://alpinegeek.com/episode14