Climbing Washington's Mountains

The stunning mountains of Western Washington draw many people who dream of reaching their summits. The views from these peaks can be breathtaking, but climbing them comes with significant challenges. Few know this better than Dave Rugh, who has spent decades climbing mountains. Join Jackie Canterbury as she talks with Dave about his experiences climbing in Washington State. (KPTZ airdate: December 3, 2025) Learn more:A story of climbing Whitehorse MountainA photo of Cadaver Gap in Mount Rainier National ParkA trip report from climbing The BrothersThe Mountaineers CommunityAmerican Alpine Institute in WashingtonClimbing in the Olympic WildernessMusic by Rick Bauer Nature Now is created by a dedicated team of volunteers. If you enjoy this episode and can support the work that goes into making Nature Now, we invite you to go to kptz.org/donate to make a contribution. Thank you for your support!