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SYNOPSIS The inspiring account of a 4300km solo hike from Mexico to Canada along the Pacific Crest Trail. Despite never having hiked before, George Spearing decided to take 'leave of absence' from his job as a firefighter in the New Zealand Fire Service and walk the length of America. This is the story of his five month journey, travelling entirely on foot and off road through the desert areas and High Sierra Nevada of California, the Cascade ranges of Oregon and Washington to finally emerge in the Okanogan Forest of British Columbia, Canada. The diverse mix of dry Mojave desert, High Sierra snows and the characters and wildlife met along the way, provide an often humorous look at the US and its wilderness through the eyes of a New Zealander. The lively and easily read style, including illustrations, will appeal to both adventurer and armchair adventurer alike.

Follow the adventure from its inception on an Auckland, New Zealand Fire Station, to its culmination in British Columbia, Canada.
Traversing 40 Wilderness areas, 24 National Forests, 7 National Parks, 3 State Parks, 19 major canyons and climbing 57 mountain passes, the epic journey takes the reader from near sea level at the Mexican border to 13,200 ft at Forester Pass in the snowbound high Sierra Nevada.
An entertaining and inspiring read for anyone contemplating hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, or for anyone who just enjoys a good adventure story.

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READERS' COMMENTS AND REVIEWS (30)

January 26, 2012
Reviewer: R&B: Read and Blog website
(Excerpt from book review)
....This book is slight reminiscent of Bill Bryson's "A Walk in the Woods" as he hiked the Appalachian trail through the eastern states. George will be doing the western states. I found the book very informative, humourous, and often giving historic trivia about various stops along the way. George has a tendency to talk to himself either out loud or in his head. On meeting his first group of marmots, he had quite a conversation with them, and enjoyed their company. He encountered marmots several times and found them to be very entertaining. Even his run-ins with bears are written with fear yet humour. Not being at all acquainted with bears, I can sympathize with him when crashing around the tent makes him wonder if he is going to become an appetizer. This is a very readable and entertaining book, includes photos.


June 8, 2010
Reviewer: Belle Starr (California)
(Posted on Amazon.com)
A Different Take
"Dances With Marmots" is essentially a diary of a New Zealander's hike on the Pacific Crest Trail, starting in Campo CA (on the Mexican border) and ending when he reached Canada.
The nice thing about this book is even if you are not a hiker, the author being a New Zealander adds facets of interest to the book because he is new to hiking and new to the United States. His comments about Americans and their land are very amusing.
I initially caught sight of this book online, where the first two chapters were published, and they mentioned Warner Springs, CA. I live near there, and had to laugh out loud at an incident he told of an encounter with a local at a little country bar, the Log Cabin. I bought the book at Amazon.
Spearling's humor carried through in the book, I enjoyed it and passed it on to family members who enjoy hiking and a good story too.


February 3, 2010
Reviewer: J.Barton "Jesselyn" (Richmond, VA)
(Posted on Amazon.com)
I dream of long-distance hiking, but for now must just live it through books rather than real experience. I had read several books on thru hiking the AT and wanted to learn more about the PCT. Great book and author has a good sense of humor and adventure.

December 17, 2009
Reviewer: Sgt.Rock
(Posted on Book Reviews, Hiking HQ)
Here is a question: What do you do if you are a career firefighter from New Zealand and are looking for something to do out of the ordinary?
For George Spearing the answer was obvious: Go for a walk-about on the Pacific Crest Trail. I hope I am not mixing up cultures from down-under. Is it only Australians that go on a walk-about? Anyway...
Not being very familiar at all with the PCT, this was my first real introduction to what a PCT thru-hike could be like, and for that, George is the perfect guide because of his sense of humor and his ability to be the outsider looking in on some aspects of American culture at the same time. George takes you from how he made the decision to choose the PCT over the AT and the CDT (hint: he knows someone that lives near the start), through the perils of dealing with American Immigration, and then right into the adventures of his hike.
Along the way I got the feeling I wouldn't mind hiking around George - he seems like he would be a good guy to be on the trail with, well except for one thing: he likes to hike alone. I can't say that I blame him though.
I have read this book twice now and still laugh out loud at times while reading it. I still can't keep a straight face in restaurants when a waitress will ask "Soup or salad?". You will have to read the book to get that one.


July 30, 2009
Reviewer: Josiah
(Posted on WeRead.com)
I loved it, very entertaining thoughts on america and its citizens along with great commentary about the trip. I cannot wait to hike the pc for myself.


May 4, 2009
Reviewer: Nick
(Posted on WeRead.com)
There's something charming about the Kiwi world view. Spearing recounts his south-north trek on the PCT with much humour and warmth. Inspiring tale for those that aspire to long-distance hiking...


March 3, 2009
Reviewer: Brian
(Posted on WeRead.com)
Fun tale from George, the New Zealander who hikes the west coast of the US along the 2,650 mile Pacific Crest Trail. Great characters and adventures galore. A fun read.


Feb 27, 2009
Reviewer: S. mcmullan "smcm" (USA)
(Posted on Amazon.com)
Really enjoyable.
This is a funny and enjoyable read with lots of facts and history. I loved that George kept meeting up with the same other long distance hikers throughout his trip, his nicknames for them (and himself!) and his relaxed and humble way of describing an incredibly physically demanding trek.
Good for you George - you've inspired me! Buy this for a vacation read - you won't be disappointed.


Aug 26, 2008
Reviewer: Ian Ruxton
(Posted on Lulu.com)
Excellent work.
The five months which George Spearing spent on the Pacific Crest Trail (of which I had never heard) are related in great detail: the people and animals (including bears and snakes) he met, and the experiences he had. Quite fascinating, really, and it took some guts to do it and keep on to the end, all the way from Mexico to Canada. There are some excellent photographs too, and it opens up a side of the United States which I didn't really know about until now.


July 13, 2008
Reviewer: Brad (Oregon)
(Posted on Lulu.com)
A Worthy Book
A five star (out of 5) book. I had many laughs because of his humor and writing style.
There are many anecdotes about his experience and some history about the area he travels through and also comments about life in general. I read the book completely through in one sitting. It was that good.


March 24th, 2008
(Posted on Amazon.com)
Reviewer: John A. Evans
This was a great read.
I love reading trail journals and this book was no exception.

February 13, 2008
(Review from Norm Goldman 'Book Reviews' bookpleasures.com)
Reviewer: Jessica Roberts
Fancy packing up and hiking on a five month solo journey from Mexico to Canada? This is exactly what George Spearing did and what a wonderful tale he has to tell!
As soon as I began this book I was simply hooked. From the first page to the last, this is a totally enjoyable hiking memoir packed with humour and much inspiration.
We follow George on his journey and experience all the highs and lows along the way. From a bear wandering around his tent at four in the morning (“If there are any adrenalin freaks reading this, then this is what you’ve got to do - try lying on the ground about 2m away from a 250kg bear that is roaring its bloody head off - trust me, you will not get a bigger buzz!”) to his encounter with a deer, this is certainly a light-hearted but entrancing read which made me laugh so many times.
We also learn of his encounters with other hikers along the trail (Ziggy, The Gimp, Mountain Goat Vern) and read about a few mishaps too (“This was definitely uncool, and I was glad that only the Sierras and myself were witness to my close-up inspection of their snowy surface.”)
I literally found it impossible not to laugh from the first chapter to the last. George writes about his time on the Pacific Crest Trail in an easy-to-read style with humour in almost every sentence. I have never read a more funny, gripping trail book as this. Even if you don’t intend to walk the PCT, this book is still fun and totally absorbing.
The only part that did disappoint me a little was the fact there were simply not enough photographs included. It would have been better to see a little more of what George saw during his time hiking but having said this, I was impressed with photos of the hot Mojave desert, the snowy Sierra mountains and of course the absolutely cute snap of a Marmot awaiting his lunch.
Though George did suffer some pretty hairy moments with bears he lives to tell the tale of traversing 40 Wilderness areas, 24 National Forests, 7 National Parks, 3 State Parks, 19 major canyons and climbing 57 mountain passes.
Also included at the back of this brilliant book is a list of equipment George carried ranging from his one man tent, crampons (oh the misfortune those caused!) Swiss Army Knife and his trusty Snake Bite Kit amongst many, many more tackle that came in very useful during his hike.
A wonderful, hilarious book to treasure. One of the best of its kind.


February 10th, 2008
(Posted on Amazon.com)
Reviewer: Ziggy (Washington DC)
You Can't Touch This!
A hilarious romp through the wilds of North America. Anyone thinking of hiking the PCT should definitely buy this book!


August 15, 2007
(Posted on Amazon)
Reviewer: Jeffery A. Green
Inspirational Journey.
Now I want to hike the Pacific Crest Trail. The story is well told, a real page turner. Well written, very interesting, and an inspiration for getting myself on a trail.

August 6, 2007
(Posted on Backpacker.com)
Reviewer: Eric Blehm. Author of “The Last Season”
You know you've just read a good book when the first thing you do after you’re done is to check if there are any more books by the same Author.... I REALLY enjoyed George’s book for various reasons including the “real backpacker” aspect mentioned by others on this thread while comparing “Dances” with A Walk In The Woods... I enjoyed, and was entertained by Bryson’s book and thought the structure and pacing of the story (alternating history of the AT with his own “adventures” on the trail) was about perfect. This is not to take away from Spearing’s abilities as a writer, but only to boost them up. I laughed out loud so many times, I lost count, and thought the PCT historical data was also weaved in seamlessly. I have Kiwi friends, and have always appreciated their carefree nature, and quick wit. Spearing did a masterful job of both interpreting the American aspects of the story, and conveying the spirit of his country. Please George go on some other trip and write about it. You have fans here in the U.S. of A. waiting with anticipation.


January 29, 2007
(Posted on SummitPost Gear)
Reviewer: Tarol (Rancho Cucamonga, Ca)
This book tells the true story of a New Zealander who thru-hikes the PCT. In it the author gives details about the different scenery and sights he sees, the characters he meets along his journey, and his many mis-adventures on this 2600+ mile (4300 km) trek along the backbone of the Pacific Crest.
Very funny read. I loved this book! I couldn’t put it down once I started reading it and thus sped right through it. George has a wonderful sense of humor, especially when writing about the colorful characters he meets. He had me laughing out loud during many parts of this book! Anyway, I enjoyed it thoroughly and would recommend it to any outdoor enthusiast.


January 22, 2007
(Posted on Amazon.com)
Reviewer: sgt. pepper "bard1949" (San Diego, CA)
A Must For Any PCT Dreamer.
My favorite aspect of this book is how the reader sees America (and the PCT) through the eyes of a humorous New Zealander.
George’s writing is a pleasure to read. I especially enjoyed the passage where he describes exactly why he hiked the PCT. He had obviously done a lot of thinking over the many miles he walked and had come up with a beautiful way to express the exact reasons as to why he would walk 20+ miles a day for five months.
The only aspect of the book I didn’t like was that, towards the end, Spearing seems to be a bit tired of writing a book and resigns to simply listing the names of the wilderness areas he visits. This is in stark contrast to the excited, witty and funny tone taken earlier in the book. Regardless of this, I thoroughly enjoyed Spearing’s book. If you are at all interested in hiking the PCT, I'm sure you will like his book too.


October 13, 2006
(Posted on Amazon.com)
Reviewer: Old Goat (CA)
Buy this book! You’ll be happy you did.
I shot right through the book and finished it off in short order. The reason, of course, was that I found it to be very interesting, humorous to the point of frequent guffaws and snickers, and inspirational.
I truly believe that only those with physical and mental toughness have a chance to actually complete a thru-hike in one season. Add to that the perils of heat, cold, rain, snow, lack of water, scrapes, bruises, sprains or broken bones, loneliness, missed food drops, leaking canteens, dried-up water sources, high-altitude problems, indistinct trail markings, wildlife (bears and rattlers, e.g.) and a host of other perils, and it becomes apparent that one also has to be very fortunate and resilient to get through. I believe the odds are really stacked against success, and that is why stories such as George’s are so uplifting. Add to all that, the fact that he was half a world away with very limited resupply support, and it became an incredible undertaking.
I had originally thought that perhaps the next edition should include a dictionary of terms, so those of us unfamiliar with his particular way of expressing various words would be able to zero in on the meaning. In retrospect, however, I also believe that having to guess at the meaning adds to the magic, entertainment and humor of the story.
Thanks again, George, for the great read. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves the outdoors, adventure, and human triumph.


August 29, 2006
(Posted on Amazon.com)
Reviewer: Wayne Gustafson (Ventura, Ca)
Along the Bill Bryson style.
A wonderful read with great account and descriptions, accented by a bit of humor throughout.
You won’t be disappointed with this one!


August 22, 2006
(Posted on Amazon.com)
Reviewer: S. Svien (King County, Wa)
I was happy to see it printed!
A couple years ago, when googling PCT stuff, I ran into the orginal version that was online. I was happy in this past year to see that George had gone to the next level, and did the book. A good read, full of why some of us love to be out there!


August 16, 2006
(Posted on Amazon.com)
Reviewer: Perry P. Perkins "perryperkinsbooks.com" (Gervais, OR USA)
Best PCT Book I've Read,
Read this story several times before it was available in book form and was thrilled to find it had been published.
I've read dozens of books and journals on hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, and Dances With Marmots is by far the best!
Spearing’s gift for description and humor make this a fun read. The author has a gift for putting the reader on the trail
beside him and his anecdotes of trail buddies, town stops, and dealing with customs at both ends of the trail are a delight.
Dances With Marmots makes you want to strap on a pack and hit the trail.
A must for anyone who loves the outdoors and needs a chuckle.

August, 2006
Reviewer: John Manning, Deputy Editor, TGO Magazine, Glasgow, Scotland.
(August Issue, “The Great Outdoors Magazine”, Excerpt from Book review)
....there’s no chest beating here. George recounts his PCT odyssey with humour, self-deprecating glee and a real feel
for the camaraderie of the trail, even though he encountered only a handful of characters en route (compare that to the
hundreds I met in '04). As I read this book I imagined myself back among the forests, scaling passes, crossing rivers and
relishing George’s company and his sardonic antipodean humour along the way. Some of the tales herein will be familiar
to many - the bear encounters, the occasional “temporary displacement”, the varied battles with
the weather - but they’re all the richer for the matter-of-fact way they’re recounted.

July 31, 2006
Reviewer: Johnhens
(Posted on Backpacker.com)
Often a title can tell a lot about a book and more importantly, its author. This holds true for this book.
George hiked the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. This book recounts his journey and the adventures he has
along the way. For those who have dreamed of doing a Long Distance Hike, particularly the PCT, I would highly recommend
this book. George “Wrongway” Spearing does a great job at taking a journey and introducing you to the characters he
encounters both on the trail and off the trail. He also does a good job at giving a little bit of history along the way without
the book turning into a historical perspective of the West Coast. Because George is from New Zealand, he has a good
perspective on international travel and how we are to visitors. While reading the book, I couldn’t help but think of
Travels With Charly, a Steinbeck classic. My favorite character was Mountaingoat Vern, a 75 yearold thruhiker.
Congratulations George on both a fine book and completing the PCT!!
What is next for you?


May 23, 2006
Reviewer: F. Walsh
(Posted on Amazon.com)
WALK ON!!
Very cool, well written journal of his trek across America. This is a must for anyone planning to hike the Pacific Crest.


Wed Mar 29 23:09:11 2006
Reviewer: Michael Daniel
(Received by email)
I previously had gone through your website before it was abridged but I enjoyed the book so much more. The walk was a great achievement and I thank you for writing it up and allowing us to share your experiences.
The book was just as great an achievement. I have read Bill Bryson's Walk in the Woods but was a little disappointed with it. Your book was just what I wanted to read about - a good balance of observations and details about the actual walking, camping, scenery etc. I have read quite a few books about long walks and I have to say yours is the best. I suppose I sound a bit lazy, soaking up the descriptions of the hard slogs of others, but I think you have to be in a reasonably independent situation to do be able to do it and I would probably try it if I found myself there. Congratulations on a great book.
I wonder if you could put a postscript on your website about what happened afterwards. Eg: Did you ever hear from Ziggy, The Gimp and Vern? reconciliation with Sadie?, any more adventures?
Best regards and thanks,
Michael Daniel.

Fri Mar 17 08:23:11 2006
Reviewer: Teresa Cummings
(Posted on Lulu.com)
Charmed, I am!
Reading this book was such fun! Delightful humor offsets the discomforts and inconveniences of long distance hiking, but not so much that a casual weekend hiker like myself might be tempted to walk about. I guess I’m just a fair weather hiker, and fond of my creature comforts. OK, I admit it, I’m a pansy and as such, I am deeply impressed with Mr Spearing's adventurous fortitude. Good on ya, George! (foreigner aren’tcha?)
Love his inventive turn of phrase, and wondered frequently how many of those were simply New Zealand standards that an American like myself found to be fresh and dead-on. 'Being monstered by bears' is my favorite example and one that I found applicable to many daily encounters, from rogue children to my neighbor’s overly exhuberant Rottwieler. Hope the author doesn’t mind if I borrow that from time to time.
Buy the book. You’ll have a great time.


Thu Mar 16 14:54:16 2006
Reviewer: kszwed
(Posted on Lulu.com)
Great Book!
I stumbled across this book in passing - looking for something new after having just read a book on the Dalai Lama.
Most of the books that I browsed looked like they’d be let-downs after having just read a very inspiring story about His Holiness.
I paused to read an excerpt from Dances With Marmots and it sounded like the author had a good sense of humor. I reasoned that even if the storyline was uneventful and full of dry technical information, at least there might be some good jokes in there.
I was pleasantly surprised to find that this book isn't just about hiking, it is a book about adventure (mentally, physically, emotionally). I have recommended it to my family and friends and guarantee you'll be chuckling through the whole book. Very inspiring!

Sun 22 Jan 2:21 pm EST 2006
Reviewer: atrix2
(Posted on Lulu.com)
Amazing book!
Tony said it well, after starting to read parts of this book, I am inspired to one day do this trip as well.
An amazing trip to be sure!


Tue 6 Dec 5:50 pm EST 2005
Reviewer: Tony Alsiere
(Posted on Lulu.com)
Great great book. You will laugh, get misty eyed, learn and get inspired. George’s style is light hearted and his attitude is even better.
If you hike distance then you will love this read! Pick it up. By far the best book of its kind.
I have read a lot of them even ones from prize winning authors. George says it best.


December 5, 2005
Reviewer: M. E. Beaufoy
(Posted on Amazon.com)
George Spearing writes candidly and with clarity on a journey/pilgrimage that obviously had a profound affect on his life.
In the days when our lives are increasingly abridged by safety legislation or by our own television fueled perceptions,
a book like Dances with Marmots can only “en-courage” us to take the first steps beyond what we think our lives are about.



Picture thumbnail page
FAQ's
Map and Elevation charts of PCT
Mileages along the PCT and Google Earth map
Bears 'n' Stuff
Various Hiking Books

AREAS TRAVERSED ON THE JOURNEY ALONG THE PACIFIC CREST TRAIL...

STATES
California, Oregon, Washington.

WILDERNESS AREAS
Hauser Wilderness, San Jacinto Wilderness, San Gorgonio Wilderness,
Cucamonga Wilderness, San Gabriel Wilderness, Domeland Wilderness,
Golden Trout Wilderness, John Muir Wilderness, Minarets Wilderness,
Ansel Adams Wilderness, Hoover Wilderness, Emigrant Wilderness,
Carson Iceberg Wilderness, Mokelumne Wilderness, Desolation Wilderness,
Granite Chief Wilderness, Caribou Wilderness, Bucks Lake Wilderness,
Castle Crags Wilderness, Trinity Alps Wilderness, Russian Wilderness,
Marble Mountain Wilderness, Red Buttes Wilderness, Sky Lakes Wilderness,
Mt.Thielson Wilderness, Diamond Peak Wilderness, Three Sisters Wilderness,
Mount WashingtonWilderness, Mount Jefferson Wilderness, Mount Hood Wilderness,
Columbia Wilderness, Indian Heaven Wilderness, Mount Adams Wilderness,
Goat Rocks Wilderness, William O.Douglas Wilderness, Norse Peak Wilderness,
Alpine Lakes Wilderness, Henry M. Jackson Wilderness, Glacier Peak Wilderness,
Pasaytan Wilderness.
NATIONAL FORESTS
Cleveland National Forest, San Bernardino Nat Forest, Angeles National Forest,
Sequoia National Forest, Inyo National Forest, Sierra National Forest,
Toiyabe National Forest, Eldorado National Forest, Tahoe National Forest,
Plumas National Forest, Lassen National Forest, Shasta-Trinity Nat Forest,
Klamath National Forest, Rogue River Nat Forest, Winema National Forest,
Umpqua National Forest, Deschutes National Forest, Willamette National Forest,
Mount Hood National Forest, Gifford Pinchot Nat Forest, Snoqualmie National Forest,
Wenatchee National Forest, Mount Baker National Forest, Okanogan National Forest.
STATE PARKS
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, Anza Borrega Desert State Park, Mt.San Jacinto State Park
NATIONAL PARKS AND DESERTS
Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Yosemite National Park,
Lassen Volcanic National Park, Crater Lake National Park, Mount Ranier National Park,
North Cascades National Park. Mojave Desert, Pumice National Desert.

THE LOAD...
One man tunnel tent, Fairydown Dragonfly - Excellent.
Backpack, Macpac 'Cascade' 90litre + pack cover - Excellent.
Asolo Boots - very strong and comfortable.
Sleeping Bag, Fairydown Liteweight Entrant - too light, heavier down fill would have been better.
Ice axe - Indispensable.
Crampons - Made life comfortable at times, but could have got by with just the ice axe.
Gaiters - Good for shallow creek crossings, snow and tick protection.
Ground pad, Therma-Rest - very comfortable but can puncture.
Polypropylene clothing - 1 T shirt, 2 long sleeve crew necks, 1 Long Johns. (polyprop is excellent - light, quick drying, warm when wet.)
Hiking shorts.
Track suit trousers - Good for cold weather and camp wear.
Waterproof Overtrousers, Gortex - Excellent.
Jacket, Fairydown Polar Plus - Excellent.
Anorak, Gortex - Excellent.
Balaclava - polypropylene, Woollen Watch cap, Brimmed hat - canvas. Bandanna, for neck sun protection.
Gloves, Woollen mittens double thickness.
Gloves, polypropylene finger - For wear under the mittens.
Cotton T shirt - waste of time, cold when wet, should have been another polyprop.
Cotton shirt. Socks - 3 pairs Woollen, 3 pairs polyprop inners.
Underpants, 2 pairs - One pair for California and a change at the Oregon Border!!
Jandals (Flip Flops/thongs) - Good light camp footwear to air the feet.
Stove, MSR International - Excellent, but be sure to carry field maintenance kit!
2 Fuel bottles, Stove maintenance kit.
Pot with lid, 1 spoon, 1 plastic mug.
Water bottles - 4x two litre plastic soft drink bottles. (These are indestructible, light, flatten when empty and cheap!)
Swiss Army knife - with scissors for trimming toenails!
Compass with variation setting adjustment (less mental arithmetic when you're tired)
Map and trail guide - "Pacific Crest Trail" by Wilderness Press, Excellent, indispensable.
First Aid kit (Usual, plus painkiller/anti inflammatory drug)
Snake Bite kit, nylon stuff bag for bear bagging, Several plastic trash bags.
Sun Lotion, Insect repellent, Lip balm, Toothbrush, Paste, Toilet paper, Spare laces, Sewing kit, Tent patch kit, Velcro tape, Superglue, String, Lighters, Waterproof matches, Mightylite torch, Spare batteries, Sunglasses (Blinker type and conventional), Thermometer, Walkman radio, Iodine tablets, Water filter.
Parachute chord 50 metres.
Pedometer (This broke during a fall on one of the passes, but had served its purpose, as by then I could accurately assess mileage by time and terrain)
Camera, film, notebook, pen, pencil.
Hooks, line, bait.
FOOD and WATER!

Cheers, George Spearing, Oamaru, New Zealand.

Chapter 1..Auckland/California..Devonport Fire Station, Inspiration, Uncle George, and the Mexican Border
Chapter 2..California..Rattlers, Strange Heartbeats, and Warner Springs
Chapter 3..California..Idyllwild, Big Bear City, Agua Dulce, Three Points and the Mojave desert
Chapter 4..California..Jawbone Canyon, Inyokern, and Mountain Goat Vern
Chapter 5..California..Snowbound Passes, and a meeting with Ursus Americanus
Chapter 6..California..Sadie's Important Message, More bears, Yosemite's Postal Clerk from Hell, and Little Norway
Chapter 7..California..The Lovely Carola, Shasta-Trinity, The king of snakes, Milt Kenny, and Sierra City
Chapter 8..Oregon..Ashland, Hillary, Crater Lake, Lolo latrine, and the Columbia River
Chapter 9..Washington..Snoqualmie Pass, Stehekin - I meet my double, and US/Canadian Border Marker 78
Epilogue

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