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Below you will find trip reports, stories, and not-so-tall tales on anything from alpine climbing to bikepacking to ski touring and so much more.
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The Brothers Hike Outram
As a family man, my brother doesn't have as much time to join me on hikes. So when we do, it's always special.
Greg Luesink
Oct 13, 20242 min read
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The Silesia Traverse // Unfinished Business
Sometimes the stars align for a miraculous adventure. This is one of those.
Greg Luesink
Sep 8, 202414 min read
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Yosemite Valley with the Fam!
Family trip to California for Yosemite and a wedding - double whammy!
Greg Luesink
Sep 2, 20247 min read
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MacFarlane West Ridge Loop
I'd been wanting to check out the trail put in by Max DeJong up MacFarlane's West Ridge. Finally got around to it with my friend Kevin!...
Greg Luesink
Aug 18, 20243 min read
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Thunderbolts and Lightning // Overnighting on Alpaca Peak
Very very frightening! The most terrifying backpacking trip of our lives... Jas and I were excited to go on our first backpacking trip of...
Greg Luesink
Aug 12, 20244 min read
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Slesse Speed Scramble // How-Not-to Kill a Mountain GOAT
After a last minute decision and invitation to my friend Ihor, we set off early to summit Slesse, the famous peak in the Chilliwack River Valley.
Greg Luesink
Aug 6, 20247 min read
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The Old Settler & My Worst Lake Swim Ever
An oddly named summit in West Harrison piqued Ben's and my interest after seeing another person's trip on Strava. We decided to give it a...
Greg Luesink
Aug 4, 20245 min read
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Mt Rideout // Skagit Scrambling
At the end of July, I set out with Andrea and Ihor to explore more of the Skagit River Valley.
Greg Luesink
Jul 28, 20245 min read
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Redemption on Canadian Border Peak
Success at last on Canadian Border Peak.
Greg Luesink
Jul 26, 20245 min read
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The Alps of Chilliwack // Mt Lindeman and Upper Hanging Lake
I'd hiked Mt Lindeman twice, I loved it so much I had to show the crew! Jas and my UFV pals: Jag, Jenna, Eli, and Carl.
Greg Luesink
Jul 21, 20243 min read
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The Rexford Ridgeline Traverse // Grand Ensawkwatch Enchainment
TLDR: against seemingly all odds stacked against it, the trip happened. But it proved to be much harder than anticipated, we walked away...
Greg Luesink
Jul 7, 202413 min read
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Obsession Interrupted // Prelude to "The Rexford Ridgeline Traverse"
In the spring of 2024, I had an awakening. Or maybe a revelation is more accurate. This all happened because my obsession was interrupted...
Greg Luesink
Jul 1, 202415 min read
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Mt. Grant with Blake // Don't Take Eaton Lake for Grant(ed)
One of the best trails, one of the best alpine lakes, and one of the cloudiest summits I've been on. Bummer. I will definitely go back...
Greg Luesink
Jun 25, 20242 min read
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Summer Solstice Solo Sufferfest - Hiking Mt. Cheam from Home
A long solo trek in the mountains. Doorstep to Cheam
Greg Luesink
Jun 21, 20244 min read
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From Backcountry to Baker: The Epic Finale to Our First Ski Touring Season
TLDR: Jas and I summited Mt Baker, finishing off our first ski touring season. It was epic! Ending the '23/24 ski season standing atop...
Greg Luesink
May 12, 202412 min read
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From Beginner to Backcountry: The Memorable Moments of Our First Ski Touring Season
TLDR: my wife and I got into ski touring this season. It may have been a crummy snow year, but we sure made the most of it! Shortly after...
Greg Luesink
Apr 15, 20247 min read
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First Ascent: from Cleaning a Cliff to Climbing It
Mike invited me to join in scrubbing a cliff to climb. After a few days spent scrubbing, we geared up for the First Ascent
Greg Luesink
Apr 13, 20247 min read
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In-Depth Review: Blue Ice Firecrest 28L Alpine Pack
TLDR: an incredibly well thought out day-pack, balancing simplicity with purposeful features. Blue Ice calls it a "quiver of one" alpine...
Greg Luesink
Apr 6, 202410 min read
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Fat Dog BackYard Ultra
TLDR: I ran 88.88km, it took 13.5 hrs. It was hard. My wife is the best! And Gail is inspiring. The long version: "Backyard Ultra" is a...
Greg Luesink
Mar 24, 20246 min read
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Mt Frosty: A Friesen Attempt on the West Summit
An attempt on Frosty West Summit.
Greg Luesink
Feb 14, 20243 min read
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