Explore the PNW
by Joel and Debi
Follow along while we explore the amazing trails, food and interesting locations in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. We get out and hike, snowshoe, kayak, mountain bike and shoot photos every week. Your hosts Joel & Debi will share their adventures, through lively banter and make you feel you are in nature with them. With 20 years as a Wilderness Guide in the PNW, Joel has tons of experience and knowledge for the hidden gems, will give gear reviews to help you get out comfortably and safety and also share his secrets for photographing your adventures. Debi is the "foodie" in this partnership and she will get your tastebuds watering with her recommendations, suggestions and reviews. Settle back and explore the PNW with us!
Episodes
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Wildwood in Portland
We stumbled on to the Wildwood Crow Sculptures in Downtown Portland. They were designed by local artists in anticipation for the upcoming Wildwood Movie. There was a total of 30 crows...we visited 27 of them. We ran out of time to get to the ones outside of downtown Portland. It was a fun 7 miles...
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Timothy Lake Or Lake Timothy? Beautiful Either Way!
We met up with our daughter Cal and her husband Dylan for 4 days of camping, kayaking and fishing. Timing was perfect but wildfires were circling. A wonderful time was had by all! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Yellowstone Revisited
We took another spin through Yellowstone National Park. Early June is definitely the best month to visit. His are still in school so less crowded and very Mammal we saw had a new born baby in tow. So adorable!!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Return Of Explore the PNW
We have had a large gap in episodes. We had a medical emergency at Explore the PNW but Debi is healing well and we are back traveling and sharing our Adventures at the Podcast Table. Thanks for sticking with us and welcome back!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s...
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Over the River and...Into the Snow!?!
We explore the area around Chewelah, Washington in this episode. Including a trip to 49 Degrees North Ski resort, Crystal Falls and the town of Chewelah itself. We once again have a VERY close call with deer on the road at night. Please drive careful when you are exploring the PNW!! What did you...
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Winter Weather Workouts
In the Inland NW the snow should be arriving but currently it is raining and cold. We are avid Mountain bikers but are storing the bikes until Spring. We have transitioned to poor weather options. This week we discuss how to stay active without freezing. We hope you get some good ideas!! HAPPY...
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Fall Foliage Hike In Paradise
We drove over to Wenatchee, WA for a quick weekend trip to hopefully view the turning of the Larches from green to yellow needles. Does that make us tree huggers to drive 6 hours roundtrip on our day off to "look at pretty trees"...if so, I'll embrace that moniker!! It was amazingly beautiful. We...
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Get Out and Ride your Bike
Season 6 Episode #1 We explore the newest trail on Mt Spokane...Trail 182. It's a great Fall Day to get out and ride your bike!!! https://www.volunteerspokane.org/need/detail/?need_id=720169 Be a volunteer...it will be hard work but the effort is SO worth it!!! What did you think about this weeks...
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Season 5 Wrap-Up
Thank you for following us as we continue to explore the PNW. We revisited Glacier National Park this season, rode seemingly endless mountain bike trails and changed up our exploration rig. We sincerely hope you enjoyed the journey this summer. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love...
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Early Morning Rambling with PNW Crew
Ok...so technically this episode is about riding Antoine Peak Trail system near Spokane Valley. But we got up very early so the conversation touches on many other topics. Stay tuned for a link to Debi's GoPro footage on Youtube!!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love…
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Mountain Bike Exploration on Mt. Spokane
we road trails 110 and 100 on Mt Spokane, and discuss it on the Pod. We also had a Cougar in our backyard last week...twice. To view video of that big cat go to my photography IG: j.pruittphotography Thanks for the support What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Explore North of the Border in Rossland, BC
We headed North for the 4th of July weekend to ride in Rossland, BC. Spoiler alert...it was amazing!!!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Glacier National Park
We had the opportunity to visit Glacier National Park twice in May and June '24. The Going To The Sun" road was closed at Avalanche Lake but we hiked and explored were we could... What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Bucket List Experience
The Freakin Northern Lights!!! Enough said...tune in to experience this monumental evening with Explore the PNW! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Bandon 4 Fun!!!
We spend our winter break in Brandon, Oregon. Join us for an episode about Sea Stacks, Golf and Winter weather patterns in the idyllic beach community on the Southern Oregon Coast. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Season Wrap Up Episode
Another Summer and Fall have flown bye. We enjoyed a ton of great Mountain Bike Trips and Loads of Golf. We will put a bow on our favorites from the season in this episode. If you like this content please take the time to post a review. It helps. What did you think about this weeks episode? We…
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Mountain Bike Trail Rating System
We went riding in Idaho and it started a conversation about how a trail gets a Green, Blue, Black Diamond classification. Who decides what color a trail should be? Is it a helpful system to let riders know what to expect on a specific trail...hint...We don't think so. Listen to learn more. BTW if...
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E-Bike's...Hype or Electric!!!
We just got a new Specialized Turbo Levo Comp Alloy E-Bike. We discuss the E-Bike craze. Pro's and Cons and some safety thoughts on riding E-Bikes. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Pickleball Craze Sweeping the Nation...Hype or Worth it!!???
No Debi today. My Co-Host doesn't play Pickleball and is extremely busy with work. I decided to try a one person podcast today...thoughts? What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Join the Gravel Brigade!!!!
We went on our first gravel bike ride with the crew from Wheel Sport South and we dish about the experience this week. Hint: It was awesome! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Route of the Hiawatha
We finally made it to the Route of the Hiawatha. Take Exit 5 in Montana and follow the signs tot he tunnel. Be sure to get your tickets prior and be prepared to have a great time!!!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Wildlife Abounds in the PNW
we discuss the multitude of wildlife we have encountered on our travels in the past year. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Golf...it really is addicting
Explore the PNW has been sucked into the vacuum that is golf in 2023. We didn't actually mean for it to happen but we are addicted. Listen to this podcast to find out more. If you came here for hiking and biking trips...don't worry we are still doing that too. What did you think about this weeks...
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New RTT (Roof Top Tent) Day!!!!
We discuss our recent purchase of a New RTT from IKamper!!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Aloha From Hawaii
Welcome back to Explore the PNW. We survived winter in the PNW and were able to escape the cold and wet for a trip to Hawaii. In this episode we discuss that trip and all the wonderful locations we visited in Waikiki and the North Shore. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love...
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Season Recap
We had a super fun summer '22...we recap our adventures, add some places we didn't get to on other episodes and hope to leave you with a positive attitude for the upcoming winter. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Banff Take 2
We teased it in the end of our last Podcast...this is part 2 of our Adventures in Banff. We visit Lake Louise, Hike Johnston Canyon and discuss iconic Instagram locations!!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Basking in the Glory of all things Banff!!!
We made it to Banff, BC. Lake Louse, Moraine Lake. so much amazing blue glacier water. It was an amazing trip that we finally made happen. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Fun Fantastic Fernie Festivities
we did it!!! we crossed into Canada to get some sweet Fernie dirt on our bike tires, under our nails and recorded some amazing bucket list memories. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Pleasure Cruise on Lake Coeur D'Alene
We discuss our pontoon boat ride on Lake Coeur D'Alene in Idaho. Great food, great company and wonderful shoreline. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Bear Grass Super Bloom
Mt. Spokane is experiencing a super bloom of bear grass...We couldn't resisit heading up to Mt. Spokane to see it for ourselves. It didn't disappoint!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Explore Southern Utah
I trip to Southern Utah without my travel partner Debi. I visited Zion, Bryce and Kanab. Listen to this slightly longer podcast to learn more about the area. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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It's too tacky to be called Slickrock
Join us as we talk about mountain biking in Moab. We rode several cool trails, visited Dead Horse Point and Canyonlands on this episode too. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Arches NP + Fiery Furnace
We camped for 2 nights in Arches NP and spend Debi's Birthday in the Fiery Furnace. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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5 Good To Go Gear Items
Today we discuss 5 of our favorite gear items on the podcast for car camping. 1.) https://www.fenixlighting.com/product/fenix-hm70r-rechargeable-headlamp/ 2.)https://jetboil.johnsonoutdoors.com/stoves-systems/genesis-basecamp-system...
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Spokane Fab 5
In this episode we introduce you to 5 fun hiking and/or mountain biking trails in the Spokane, WA area. The areas are: Dishman Conservation Area Iller Conservation Area Riverside Park/Trail 25 The Bluff Saltese/Uplands We hope you enjoy this episode!! What did you think about this weeks episode?…
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Clark County Gems
The Lewis & Clark Expedition was synonymous with exploration. They embodied the adventurous spirit, the search of the unknown, uncharted area West of the Mississippi. During our recent trip to Clark County, I had to explore without my sidekick Debi, which felt like Clark going out into the wild...
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Lose Yourself in the Numerous Beaches near Lincoln City
From Land's End to Curtis Street we take time to explore the beaches near Lincoln City...and eat some Fish & Chips!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Lumens for Days...Explore Oregon Lighthouses!
We visited 4 lighthouses on the Oregon Coast: Heceta Head Yaquina Head Cape Meares Tillamook Rock Listen in and learn more about theses amazing Oregon Coast landmarks. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Cape Perpetua...the PNW's Natural Waterpark
157 Miles South of Portland you will find the Cape Perpetual Natural Area. This 2700 acre coastal wilderness area has it all. Geysers, Spouts, and Thor's Well will entertain you for hours, just be cautious if you venture off the pavement. This is a dynamic and wild slice of the Oregon coast and…
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Roof Top Tent Tacoma Exploration Rig
We discuss our Tacoma and how we have outfitted the perfect Overlanding Rig for exploring the PNW plus the Pro's and Con's of a Roof Top Tent (RTT). We also talk about the additions we have made to the Tacoma to make traveling easier, more convenient and quicker to pack. Listen in for some…
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Hiking In Snow vs Snowshoeing...It's the same thing huh???
Join us for 30 minutes as we snowshoe on a couple of trails on Mt. Spokane. We see a cool animal, talk about snowshoes and snowshoeing and spin a good story. That's got to be worth your time...right?!? What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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End of Year Wrap Up
Our first year of traveling and doing Explore the PNW has drawn to an end. This episode is a short recap of the year. We look forward to more travels and adventures in 2022!!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Winter Wonderland In Joseph, Oregon
Our Anniversary Trip brought us back to Joseph Oregon again this year. We snowshoed, hiked, and took photos around the beautiful Wallowa Lake area. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Should We Turn Around? Listen to Your Gut!
We went to explore a hike in Idaho...those Forest Service Roads get steep. After accessing the road conditions do you keep driving in the ice or turn around? What does that look like...Plan A, B or C ??? Keep listening to find out what we decided. Hint...when your Exploring the PNW partner is…
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Get your Western Vibe On...Visited Winthrop, Washington
We spent a long weekend exploring the small central Washington community of Winthrop, Washington. This town feels like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid could come racing through town, spurs driving their horses to avoid the posse hot on their tails. Think Leavenworth but replace a Bavarian vibe...
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A Slice of Heaven On Earth
A return to the North Cascades for a snowy hike, camping outing and photography exploration. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s connect
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Chasing Larches in The Enchantments
We took a quick drive to Leavenworth to hike the Enchantments. The strenuous hike to Colchuck Lake was so worth the payoff. Tons of Yellow Larches and the most beautiful lake water imaginable. Follow along as we get hyped for Larch Season!!! What did you think about this weeks episode? We love...
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Dispersed Camping Options
We did a last minute trip to Missoula. We hit our fav mountain bike trail at Rattlesnake again and visited the Garden of 1000 Buddhas in Arlee, MT. We discuss the benefits of disperse camping, using www.hipcamp.com to locate a camping spot without planning ahead of time and how cool Montana is....
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Permission to Enter?...New Regulations at Glacier NP
We did a completely last minute trip to Glacier National Park. Several changes to the park entry in 2021. Listen for the steps you need to take OR just enter Glacier early in the morning and don't worry about he new rules. lol. What did you think about this weeks episode? We love feedback…let’s...
About this show
Follow along while we explore the amazing trails, food and interesting locations in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. We get out and hike, snowshoe, kayak, mountain bike and shoot photos every week. Your hosts Joel & Debi will share their adventures, through lively banter and make you feel you are in nature with them. With 20 years as a Wilderness Guide in the PNW, Joel has tons of experience and knowledge for the hidden gems, will give gear reviews to help you get out comfortably and safety and also share his secrets for photographing your adventures. Debi is the "foodie" in this partnership and she will get your tastebuds watering with her recommendations, suggestions and reviews. Settle back and explore the PNW with us!
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