Two brothers, numerous mountains, and an outdoor family led to Jason’s early introduction to the Cascade Mountains of Washington State. By 5 years old he was learning to telemark ski on the slopes of Mount Rainier. By his teens he was pioneering steep ski descents, extended ski traverses, and kayaking throughout his local mountains. All along, those early adventures as a kid from Glacier Peak to Mount Olympus, inspired him to go further, push deeper, and see more. Today, you’ll find him with a huge backpack, heavy camera tied to his chest, and healthy penchant for abuse set next to his ever present smile. Check out additional stories and photos by Jason at www.cascadecrusades.org and www.alpinestateofmind.com
Loading ...Hidden dangers on the Boston Glacier. Jason, stemming the deep crevasse. Photo by Steph Abegg
Mountains have personality. We forget and all is forgiven, even when they are cantankerous, belligerent and vile. The pretty face and homely smile, seductive pull and salacious dress of rock and ice excite us climbers too much to turn away [...]
Loading ...This winter, here in Washington State, it has been thus far, “The winter that wasn’t”. To a few of us who scoff at that statement, though – it has been a winter of premonition, the one we dream of, but can’t achieve without sacrifices.
Loading ...Mt. Watson to Mt. Blum Traverse: 9 days in the North Cascades backpacking, bushwacking, some sketchy route-finding, paddling and biking.
