Miyar in News
November 5, 2021
Team Miyar’s climb of Glacier Peak (July 18-21) Glacier Peak (Dakobed) is the oft-forgotten and the most geographically distant of Washington’s five major volcanos. It was nearly three years after moving to Washington State that I even heard about Glacier Peak. The Glacier Peak climb is unlike any other in the state, the isolation turns the climb into a multiday trek rather than a typical climbing weekend. To reach the base of the mountain one […]
November 16, 2021
Learn all about alpine touring and where to get started on your next Backcountry Skiing adventure Words & Pictures By: Kristina Ciari Alpine ski touring (AT), most commonly known as backcountry skiing, is the love child of winter hiking and downhill skiing. Using specialized equipment, you hike uphill – all with your boots and skis on – then glide downhill to your heart’s content. Even though the hiking to skiing ratio is not favorable, earning […]
September 21, 2021
GUIDE TO SEATTLE ROCK CLIMBING AND COURSES New to the area, new to climbing, old to climbing but just like to read about rock climbing anyway? We wrote a quick info guide to rock climbing areas near Seattle, Washington. Here’s a list of the Rock climbing Seattle areas in WA. In order of proximity some general info and their perspective guide books are listed: Exit 32 (Little Si) and Exit 38 (Deception Crags & the […]
November 9, 2021
Our definitive guide to snowshoe trips in and around two hours from the Seattle metro area, plus as everything you need to get started. By: Kat Cutright Strap on your snowshoes and get outdoors! If you’re intimidated by skiing or looking for a low-cost, family-friendly alternative, snowshoeing is an accessible winter sport for all experience levels. In this guide, we’ll share some of our favorite snowshoe spots within two hours of Seattle (and a few […]
February 18, 2022
We often think of the arrival of winter weather as the end of camping season. But there’s no reason to let snow keep you indoors! With the proper preparation and gear, winter camping can open up a wonderland of possibilities in the backcountry for adventures by ski, splitboard, or snowshoe. Winter camping means planning ahead to cope with cold temperatures and paying close attention to both weather and avalanche forecasts, but with the right preparation it also means […]
November 15, 2021
Choosing a pair of crampons can be more involved than you might imagine Not only do you need to consider what type of terrain you will be clomping up, but also what type of boots you will be wearing. These two variables determine your crampon choice and the attachment system for your crampons. In the following in-depth article, I will hit on how to choose crampons in relation to both of these topics. Let’s dive-in. […]
September 17, 2021
Team Miyar’s climb of Mount Baker via the Easton Glacier on July 26-28th. All eight team members met at the Brickyard park and ride at 7am on Friday July 27th. Getting to finally meet everyone in person after weeks of planning was great; Jian, Yanyan, Casper, Hua, Colin, Rahul, and guides Simon and Matt. We did some magically rearranging to fit three days’ worth of climbing gear into two tiny cars and we headed north to the trailhead. After stopping for an essential coffee break, we arrived at the […]
September 30, 2021
Rainier Backpacking Trip Report (July 30 – August 2, 2021) Backpacking Route: Sunrise Trailhead -> Berkeley Camp -> Glacier Basin Camp -> Sunrise Camp By: Miyar Adventures Guide – Diem Duong Day 1: Sunrise Trailhead to Berkeley Camp | Distance: 3.8miles | Elevation: 580 gain/1300 loss Backpacking in Mount Rainier National Park is such a treat and I look forward to it every year. Today myself and my Co-guide Anne met our Miyar Adventures group […]
September 17, 2021
Mount Rainier via Disappointment Cleaver Trip Report Mount Rainier Day 0: 28 June 2016 The first Asha Teams met for the Mt. Rainier climb on Tuesday morning. Ongoing roadwork had only served to increase the anticipation as we drove through the park on our way to Paradise. At the overnight parking lot Kirk, Ben and I met the teams who had been preparing for months for this trip. After initial gear […]
October 4, 2021
New season new goals: Training for winter sports in the PNW By: Megan Marolf Some of us mourn the end of summer’s long days and all the outdoor possibilities the season offers. With greater snow instability and chilly night time temperatures, getting outside for big adventures just doesn’t work as well this time of year. But for us hearty Pacific Northwest locals, winter doesn’t scare us.