The Washington State Hiking Podcast

By: Jennie Thwing Flaming and Craig Romano
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  • Welcome to the The Washington State Hiking Podcast with your host, Jennie Thwing Flaming. Along with part time co-host and guidebook author Craig Romano, she provides practical and timely seasonal hiking advice for hikers, trail runners and potential hikers of all skill and ability levels that is practical, accurate, fun and inclusive. We cover hikes near Seattle and Tacoma as well as hikes all across Washington from the rain forests of the Olympic Peninsula to the Shrub Steppe of Eastern Washington.

    Jennie is a middle aged, plus sized, frequently solo slow hiker and a born and raised Washingtonian and has enjoyed Washington's trails her entire life. Craig is a trail runner and ultra marathoner who also loves the mellow walk close to home. Originally from New Hampshire, he has made his home in Washington for more than 30 years. He the author of more than 20 guidebooks covering trails across Washington State and beyond.
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Episodes
  • The Best Fall Hikes in Washington State

    The Best Fall Hikes in Washington State
    Sep 18 2024

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    Jennie and Craig talk about their favorite hikes in Washington State for seeing larches, alpine berry bushes in all colors, vine maples as well as aspens and birches in Eastern Washington.

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    Jennie’s favorite fall hikes


    Craig’s Hike of the Week

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    28 mins
  • Best hikes in North Cascades National Park

    Best hikes in North Cascades National Park
    Sep 11 2024

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    Jennie and Craig discuss their favorite hikes in the North Cascades, including North Cascades National Park and the surrounding National Recreation Areas

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    Craig’s Guidebook - Hiking the North Cascades


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    23 mins
  • Getting Started with Trail Running

    Getting Started with Trail Running
    Sep 4 2024

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    Jennie interviews Craig about his advice for hikers or runners who want to get started with trail running, including why he loves it, suggestions for beginners and what to bring with you on your first trail run.

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    37 mins
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