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Peak Northwest episodes

July 29, 2021 Meet the artist behind Oregon's spectacular 'Circles in the Sand'
This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we connect with the artist who leads the “Circles in the Sand,” events on the southern Oregon coast.

You're going to want to listen to this one twice. The artist, Denny Dyke, drops wisdom left and right.

We also talked about other fun things to do in Bandon.

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27 min
July 22, 2021 How to plan your outdoor adventures during wildfire season
This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we discuss what you should know before planning a trip during Oregon's wildfire season. Reporter Kale Williams also breaks down how Oregon's changing climate is contributing to the state's wildfire season.
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30 min
July 15, 2021 Eagle Creek is finally back open to hikers (again)
After a brief reopening was spoiled by landslides earlier this year, the Eagle Creek Trail has reopened once again, giving many hikers their first taste of the Columbia River Gorge trail since the Eagle Creek fire closed it in 2017.
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26 min
July 08, 2021 How to enjoy Olympic National Park's trails, beaches, campsites and lodges
This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we discuss how to enjoy Olympic National Park: from the coastline to the forest, lodges to campgrounds.

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25 min
July 01, 2021 What search & rescue personnel want you to know before hitting the trail
This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we're joined by two search & rescue volunteers who share what they want hikers to know before hitting the trail and what hikers should do if they require a rescue, among other topics.

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31 min
June 24, 2021 A Klamath teacher's quest to climb Washington's 100 tallest mountains
This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we connect with Jason Hardrath, an Oregon teacher who's trying to climb the 100 mountains on Washington's Bulger List... in 50 days.
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32 min
June 17, 2021 Exploring Low Tide on the Oregon Coast
When the tide is out, there's so much more to discover along Oregon's coastline. From tide pools to hidden treasures, we have the best things to see and do, along with tips on how to stay safe while you're out there.

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23 min
June 10, 2021 Outdoor Dangers in the Pacific Northwest
Heading out into the wilderness is a rich and beautiful experience, but it also comes with some inherent risks. From sneaker waves to hungry bears, we'll go over all the biggest dangers people face in the outdoors, and how to stay safe while you're out there.

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38 min
June 03, 2021 100 Things to do in Oregon
On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, reporter Lizzy Acker joins us to discuss a list of over 100 Oregon destinations made for those looking to get back out and explore now that it’s becoming safer to do so.
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32 min
May 27, 2021 Where to hike and visit on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge
The Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge is often overlooked in favor of the popular attractions on the Oregon side of the gorge. But the Washington side has plenty to offer in its own right. And this week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we discuss where to hike and visit on the oft-jilted side of the gorge.
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20 min