It was a nice hike up Badger Mountain this morning, even with the heavy mist and fog. We took the loop going up the Sagebrush Trail to the top and then back down the Canyon Trail. At the top, there were traces of yesterday’s snowfall on the brush. I hiked with my son, Justin, a …
We did one last year and really enjoyed it. So, we went on another cruise this year and had a great time. This will be a fairly lengthy post as it is mainly for family and friends who want to see pictures. But, I hope it will also be a good resource for people who …
I had a desire to ride the White Bluffs area again the other day so I decided I’d try to find the north entrance to the area I’ve hiked in several times before. I searched it out on Google Earth and got the coordinates for the turnoff from Highway 24. I drove right to the …
I got what I hoped for this morning. I didn’t want to ride my bike because of the rain so I headed up Badger Mountain and got above the clouds for a great view! How great it is to get out of the gloomy floor of the Columbia Basin and be in clearer air! It …
Yes, it is windy and I’d say it is unofficially gale force on top of Badger Mountain but the colors are magnificent! I went up this afternoon to get a little exercise on the Skyline Trail off of Dallas Road. The fall colors made for some beautiful views. And, an October Surprise! Flowers blooming on …
I am so glad I got up to the top of Badger Mountain this morning! What a beautiful view and a chance to try out my new Kodak Playsport HD video camera. Hope you enjoy the view like I did! What other video vistas would you like to see? Post a response below. Badger Mountain …
I got to the top of Badger Mountain early this morning and noticed this strange, duct-tape wrapped package! I was the only person on the top and the sun was just coming up and I wasn’t sure what to do. I nudged it with my foot and found it quite heavy. I turned it over …
Well, its been a couple of months since I hiked Badger Mountain. Big mistake! I forgot what I’ve been missing: The awesome view, the exhilaration of exercise induced endorphins, the peace, the perspectives, the blessings of good health and the wonderful place we live. I am so glad the wind is blowing, that’s what got …
Some friends and I were swimming in the river today when we saw a rare sight. Two large tug boats were taking a barge up the Columbia River right past Howard Amon Park. The barge and tugs made for some large swells as we swam but more significant is the nuclear history that lives on …
Don’t get me wrong, I really like hiking. No, I LOVE hiking! I also really enjoy other outdoor activities like bicycling and swimming. The main mission of Hiketricities.com is to try and encourage people to get outdoors and enjoy the beauty that surrounds us! You can see it by hiking, swimming, roller-blading, bicycling and more. …