Peak Northwest

The Oregonian/OregonLive
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Peak Northwest

Hosts Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor take you to some of the greatest destinations in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.

  1. How to enjoy this incredible snowpack on Mt. Hood

    6天前

    How to enjoy this incredible snowpack on Mt. Hood

    It’s been a very good year to be a skier in Oregon. With snowpack at great levels as we near mid-winter, snow sports enthusiasts have been flocking to Oregon’s tallest mountain to take full advantage. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk all about skiing and snowboarding on Mount Hood, from the best places to rent gear, to navigating the sweeping terrain on the side of the mountain. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: The best gear rental spots are found just off the mountain. What’s the deal with all the ski areas on Mt. Hood? Preparing yourself for a day on the mountain. How Northwest skiing compares to the Rockies. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    38 分钟
  2. Introducing Chiara Profenna, our new co-host

    1月23日

    Introducing Chiara Profenna, our new co-host

    With the new year, there are some new changes coming to the Peak Northwest podcast. Chief among them is our new co-host, Chiara Profenna, the religion and culture reporter for The Oregonian/OregonLive, who will be replacing longtime co-host Vickie Connor. As we welcome Chiara to Peak Northwest, we bid a fond farewell to Vickie, who has been with the show for nearly three years. While she will no longer be the podcast’s full-time co-host, Vickie will remain onboard behind the scenes. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: A word from Vickie about her departure from the podcast. Introducing Chiara! Chiara is new to Oregon, but has already spent some time exploring the state. What are the top spots on Chiara’s bucket list? Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 分钟
  3. The biggest astronomical events coming in 2025

    1月16日

    The biggest astronomical events coming in 2025

    Pacific Northwest stargazers have a lot to look forward to in 2025 – even if there’s no solar eclipse on the calendar. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we highlight some of this year’s must-see astronomical events, including a total lunar eclipse, planet parade and plenty of meteor showers to keep your eyes glued to the night sky. Whether you’re an amateur astronomer or just enjoy looking up, there’s a lot to appreciate in the cosmos this year. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: What is the planet parade? Why the “blood moon midnight eclipse” is this year’s marquee event. Which meteor shower should you look for in 2025? Why an “extreme” supermoon may be overhyped – but worth seeing anyway. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    29 分钟
  4. Why Astoria is the fish and chips capital of the Oregon coast

    1月9日

    Why Astoria is the fish and chips capital of the Oregon coast

    If you’re looking for good fish and chips, you’d do well to stop in Astoria. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we stop by a few of Astoria’s best fish and chip shops, while discussing what it is that makes this place so good for fried fish and French fries. A trio of dedicated destinations show what makes this food scene shine. Just make sure you don’t listen to this episode before lunch. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Why Ship Out is a standout on the edge of town. Bowpicker is everybody’s favorite, but does it live up to the hype? Fishmongers holds down the scene in Warrenton. A ton of other options are spread out across town. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    28 分钟
  5. 10 perfect Pacific Northwest adventures for 2025

    1月2日

    10 perfect Pacific Northwest adventures for 2025

    The new year is here, which means it’s once again time to start dreaming and scheming up some fresh Pacific Northwest travels. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest we dip our toes into the 2025 Northwest Travel Guide, pulling out a few of the best places to visit and things to do around the region, from outdoor adventures to road trips and more. It’s also time for our annual reminder: Book your travel now, before it’s too late! Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Is Long Beach, Washington having a moment? Introducing Oregon’s newest scenic bikeway. Why nighttime light-up kayaking on Wallowa Lake should be on your bucket list. The Frenchglen Hotel offers an escape into the middle of nowhere. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 分钟
  6. Diving into Northwest forests with Ross Reid, aka Nerdy About Nature

    2024/12/26

    Diving into Northwest forests with Ross Reid, aka Nerdy About Nature

    What is it about a Pacific Northwest forest? From the smell to the air to the feeling you get among the trees, we talk all about our love of Northwest forests on this week’s episode of Peak Northwest. Special guest Ross Reid, who’s known on social media as Nerdy About Nature, discusses the joy of educating people about forest ecology, and touches on the issues our regional forests face. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: How Reid became a social media personality. So what is it about Pacific Northwest forests? Forests currently face a host of issues, from logging to climate change. A few of Reid’s favorite forests to visit. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    38 分钟
  7. Oregon’s best soaking pools to warm you up this winter

    2024/12/19

    Oregon’s best soaking pools to warm you up this winter

    There’s nothing like a hot spring soak in the coldest, darkest days of the year. Oregon, famously gray and/or chilly for a significant portion of the year, is thankfully home to a wealth of places to go soaking, spread out across scenic landscapes throughout the state. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we explore some of Oregon’s best and most beautiful places to soak, from the wellness spas in Portland to the rustic pools found way out in the high desert. Wherever you are in Oregon, there’s bound to be hot water nearby. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: What’s the best place to soak in Portland? Oregon’s forested hot springs have mixed reviews. Why the high desert might be the best place to soak in Oregon. You can always try a McMenamins. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    44 分钟
  8. Portland fire captain is a global adventurer and an inspiration

    2024/12/12

    Portland fire captain is a global adventurer and an inspiration

    For some people, one huge adventure is enough to hang your hat on. For Erica Nelson, it’s only the beginning. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we hear from the Portland fire captain who balances her time with an incredible array of global adventures, from ice climbing to bikepacking and international motorcycle excursions. For Nelson, the adventuring hasn’t been an escape, exactly, but a practice that helps inform her work as a firefighter, offering confidence to help fight against the doubts that have popped up throughout her career. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Firefighting hasn’t been an easy career for Nelson, who has faced physical and emotional challenges. As a female fire captain in Portland, Nelson is in rare company. Nelson’s list of personal adventures is full of incredible accomplishments. What is she doing after retirement? Adventuring, of course. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 分钟
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Hosts Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor take you to some of the greatest destinations in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.

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  • 创作者
    The Oregonian/OregonLive
  • 活跃年份
    2019年 - 2025年
  • 单集
    273
  • 分级
    儿童适宜
  • 版权
    © The Oregonian/OregonLive
  • 节目网站
    Peak Northwest

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