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WWW.MOUNTAINEERS.ORG SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2014 • VOLUME 108 • NO. 5 MountaineerEXPLORE • LEARN • CONSERVE Big Dreams a journey along the PCT PAGE 23 A Rich Feast in the Cordillera Blanca, Peru PAGE 28 tableofcontents Sept/Oct 2014 » Volume 108 » Number 5 The Mountaineers enriches lives and communities by helping people explore, conserve, learn about and enjoy the lands and waters of the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Features 23 Big Dreams a journey along the PCT 28 A Rich Feast in the Cordillera Blanca, Peru Columns 7 MEMBER highLighT 23 Isabel Suhr and her 10 essential answers 8 ConservatiON Currents Protecting the Outdoor Experience 10 Impact giViNg Support at a Higher Level 12 OUTDOOR EDUCation A Mountain for All Ages 14 TraiL TALk High Speed Wilderness 17 Natures WAY The Subtle Joys of Autumn 17 OUR SECRET rainier The Subtle Joys of Autumn 32 RETRO rewinD 28 Lloyd and Mary Anderson's Legacy DiscoVER THE MOUNtaiNEERS Mountaineer magazine would like to thank The Mountaineers If you are thinking of joining — or have joined and aren’t sure where Foundation for its financial assistance. The Foundation operates to start — why not set a date to Meet The Mountainers? Check the as a separate organization from The Mountaineers, which has received about one-third of the Foundation’s gifts to various Branching Out section of the magazine for times and locations of nonprofit organizations. informational meetings at each of our seven branches. Mountaineer uses: CLEAR on the cover: Heather Anderson hikes along the Pacific Crest Trail. Story on page 23. photographer: Sean Fields AREA 2 the mountaineer » sept/oct 2014 tyingin The Mountaineers is a non- The Tradition of Volunteerism profit organization, founded in 1906 and dedicated to the If you’ve been a member of The Mountaineers responsible enjoyment and for more than a couple of years, you’ve most protection of natural areas. likely been involved as a volunteer. Recent BoarD OF DIRECtors surveys find that being asked to volunteer OFFICERS actually increases the odds of continued President Dan Lauren, 2014-16 membership. This is not surprising as people President-Elect Kara Stone, 2014-16 tell me all the time about the appreciation Immed Past President Gavin Woody, 2014-16 VP Outdoor Centers Geoff Lawrence, 2014-16 they’ve gained for the quality of instruction VP Publishing Eric Linxweiler, 2014-16 and dedication of volunteers who give so much Treasurer Steve McClure, 2014-16 time and care to sharing their knowledge and Secretary Evy Dudey, 2014-16 providing great outdoor experiences. Who directors at large wouldn’t want to pay that back by helping out Lorna Corrigan, 2011-14 Rich Draves, 2011-14 in some way? Lee Fromson, 2013-16 For many, it begins in the climbing course, Chloe Harford, 2012-15 Dan Lauren on Mox Peak SE Spire John Ohlson, 2013-16 where intermediate students are required to Leah Schulz, 2012-15 teach skills to basic students and assist at field trips. As a volunteer develops his Matt Sullivan, 2013-16 or her skills and gains experience, opportunities to assist on more challenging Tom Varga, 2012-15 trips follow — and the next thing you know, you’re leading your own trips and Gene Yore, 2011-14 passing on valuable knowledge and skills to the next generation of climbers. You’re BraNCH directors Ken Small, Bellingham also inspiring future volunteers. And because leadership opportunities abound at Harlan Brown, Everett every level of the organization, a volunteer could be asked to step inside and share Cheryl Talbert, Foothills business or management skills as a member of a committee or council or even as Vern Brown, Kitsap chair of a branch. Henry Romer, Olympia Patrick Mullaney, Seattle This is what my own volunteer journey has looked like over the years. Today, I log Jim Feltus, Tacoma 400 to 500 hours a year across several activities with The Mountaineers. When I’m EXecUTIVE Director asked about the most rewarding volunteer work that I’ve done, whether it’s leading Martinique Grigg a trip, trail maintenance, or even chairing a board meeting, I point to developing EXecUTIVE PUBLISHER Helen Cherullo and mentoring new climb leaders. Three times over the last couple of years, I’ve director OF DEVelopmeNT had the privilege of mentoring the final climb a hopeful volunteer has needed AND commUNicatioNS to complete in order to become a climb leader. It’s always thrilling to see their Mary Hsue accomplishment and know I’ve played a part in launching a successful leader and PUblicatioNS MANager continuing the tradition of volunteerism at The Mountaineers. What’s even more Suzanne Gerber rewarding now is that I’ve been at this long enough to witness the development of proofreaders several generations of leaders. Those I’ve mentored have mentored others who I Kristina Ciari, Evy Dudly, Polly Freeman believe will go on to mentor more. photographers Sean Fields, Mickey Eisenburg, Katherine Recognizing that our tradition of volunteer-led activities is what makes us unique Hollis, Jason Hummel, Wendy Wheeler Jacobs, Rich Lawrence, Marian Maxwell, among our sister nonprofit organizations, and that providing structure and Caitlin O'Brien, Patti Polinsky, Andy Porter, support for volunteers, particularly those involved in administration, is critical to Craig Romano, Doug Schurman, Cheryl maintaining and growing our volunteer culture, the board created the position Talbert, Michael Telstad, Ida Vincent of Leadership Development Manager. We’re fortunate to bring on Chris Williams. In addition to gaining an understanding of our volunteer culture – opportunities The Mountaineer (ISSN 0027-2620) is published bimonthly by The Mountaineers, and challenges – Chris is tasked with helping to put structure around leadership 7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA transition, sharing of best practices, and facilitating volunteer recruitment, 98115. 206-521-6000; 206-523-6763 fax. development and recognition. Members receive a subscription as part of their annual dues. Non-member As you can see, I’ve been involved at many levels as a volunteer over the years. I’m subscriptions to the Mountaineer are $32. excited to grow our tradition of volunteerism and develop the next generation of Periodicals postage paid at Seattle, WA and leaders and volunteers. additional mailing offices. Postmaster: Send address changes to the Mountaineer, 7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115. Opinions expressed in articles are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of The Mountaineers. Dan Lauren, Board President www.mountaineers.org 3 editorsnote Around the Sun with The Mountaineers September marks my one-year anniversary Isabel follows the footsteps of many longterm as the Publications Manager with The members in transitioning from student to Mountaineers. Of course, I've been part teacher and leader. It's the same path that of the community a few years longer than dedicated donors, like Rich Draves, have taken that. Last year, I completed my scrambling, — who you can read about on page 10. first aid and navigation courses. The year In Craig Romano's sometimes controversial, before, I completed the naturalist course. but always thought-provoking column, Trail Now, I've nearly finished Basic Climbing Talk (p. 14), he brings up the topic of trail (just my stewardship requirement to go) and running — and racing. Does competition look forward to other courses in the future. belong where so many traditional hikers and Perhaps a crag course, or maybe it's time get Darcy Kiefel backpackers go to escape? Read the column out on the water with sailing or sea kayaking? and decide for yourself — then write in and let Suzanne Gerber, Or possibly take part in something more us know your thoughts. Publications Manager exotic — like a Global Adventure — where I can [email protected] practice the outdoor skills I've been learning, And for an update on what's happening while traveling around the world with fellow with conservation at the capitol, check out Mountaineer Magazine Mountaineers. Conservation Currents (p.8). 2014 Advisory Board In this issue, we also welcome back Nature's In this issue, find out about Cheryl Way (p. 17) — a column by Joan Miller Rena Chinn Talbert's recent Global Adventure trip to the Monica Gussow who reminds us of the natural joys of mountains of Peru (p.28). Her off-the-beaten- Peter Hendrickson autumn — complete with hiking destination path trek through the Andes will take you Craig Romano recommendations to best enjoy the season. there in your mind, and make you want to visit Lowell Skoog in person — to experience the culture, cuisine Cheryl Talbert Watching the seasons change and landscape for yourself. Emily White is one of the most beautiful parts of enjoying If you're inspired by fellow hikers, you'll nature. Most people prefer the spring, but Mountaineer July/August 2014 love the feature story written by Heather autumn has always been my favorite. It's when corrections and comments: Anderson (p. 23). Her journey started as a the bugs have died down, the crisp air smells Impact Giving, page 8: Jim Lea received bookworm, who rarely exercised but dreamed of snow and the larches identify themselves in his Engineering degree from UW, not PLU. of adventures — and now, she proudly gives golden hues. Just perfect for backpacking. Mountain Workshops feature, page 12 and Last Word, page 47: The Mountain motivational presentations to others, as she Hope to see you out there, Workshop participants mentioned and became the fastest unassisted thru-hiker of interviewed attended Seattle World School, the Pacific Crest Trail in 2013. not Interagency High School. The member highlight in this issue is on Isabel Suhr (p. 7) — a dedicated volunteer who Suzanne Gerber, Publications Manager helped out in my own basic SIG this year.