Guiding the Unknown Trail
When I first started as a wilderness therapy field guide, I knew nothing about the trails I was headed out on. Of course, I had the map, so I knew … Read More
Endings and Beginnings on the Lower South Fork Skokomish River Trail
Elevation Low: 600 ft High: 1000 ft Distance: 10.3 miles (one way) Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Best Seasons: Year round trail USGS Topo Map Quadrangles: Lightning Peak FS Topo Map (trailhead and lower … Read More
A New Trail Leads to A New Perspective
In May, I had the privilege of exploring the West Fork Humptulips Trail #806 with Rites of Passage owner, Emma Welch. Located in the southwest quadrant of the Olympic Peninsula, … Read More
And Into the Woods We Go Coming Full Circle as a Wilderness Guide
I could not have asked for a better final shift with Rites of Passage NW. It was a complete circle for me. At the end of my first week, I … Read More
Growing Souls Like Trees
Mel and I sat beside her tent, listening to the roar of the Grey Wolf River and talking about our work as wilderness therapy field guides. It had been a … Read More
Forging New Paths on Old Trails My First Shift as a Wilderness Therapy Trail Guide
Nate handed me the keys to the 15-passenger van. “You’re comfortable with one these, right?” He asked. “This new one drives like a car, just give yourself some extra stopping … Read More