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PNOA Code of Conduct for Hiking/Backpacking
# Focus / 重点 Critical Rule (English / Chinese) 1 Safety / 安全 Follow Leader’s instructions. / 服从领队安排。 2 Group / 团队 We are “group in, group out.” Don’t leave without permission. / “团进团出” ，未经许可不得离队。 3 Preparedness / 准备 Choose routes based on your actual fitness level. / 根据您的真实体能选择路线。 4 Respect / 尊重 Treat all…
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PNOA Fourth Quarter Newsletter – Q4 2025 Recap
Dear PNOA Members and Friends, Happy New Year! First and foremost, we apologize for the slight delay in sending out this newsletter—the holiday season and New Year festivities kept everyone busy with cherished family moments, festive gatherings, and enjoying the beautiful winter outdoors! As we warmly welcome 2026, let’s take a moment to reflect on an…
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PNOA Annual Clean-Up and Gathering: A Rainy Day of Community and Adventure
Posted on October 19, 2025 What a memorable day it was yesterday! Despite the relentless downpour, the PNOA community’s spirit shone brighter than ever at our Imperial Landing Park Cleanup and Member Gathering Event on Saturday, October 18, 2025. As a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting outdoor activities and environmental stewardship, PNOA brought together passionate…
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PNOA Quarterly Newsletter – Q3 2025 (July–September)
As summer’s warmth gave way to autumn’s golden hues, the PNOA community dove into the Pacific Northwest’s diverse terrains with unyielding spirit, navigating waterways, summits, and cycles through ever-shifting seasons. From heart-pounding grinds and island spins to immersive backpacking odysseys and river drifts, Q3 embodied our love for exploration and camaraderie. We delivered over 25…
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PNOA Enchantment Traverse Backpacking Trip: September 28 – October 1, 2025
A Grueling Yet Glorious Adventure in the Alpine Wonderland of Washington’s Enchantments Hey there, fellow hikers and adventure seekers! If you’ve ever dreamed of conquering one of the most iconic backpacking routes in the Pacific Northwest, buckle up—because our group of 8 intrepid souls just did exactly that. The Enchantment Traverse, a point-to-point thru-hike through…
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PNOA’s Epic Mount Assiniboine Backpacking Adventure (September 9–14, 2025)
What an incredible journey! From September 9–14, 2025, our PNOA group, Wonder4, embarked on a breathtaking backpacking trip through Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park and Banff National Park. Led by our amazing guide from PNOA, with the support of Brother Stone and the wonderful companionship of Jane and Romeo, we covered 66.5 km over four unforgettable…
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PNOA Elfin Lakes 3-Day Backpacking Adventure
From September 5–7, 2025, 19 members of PNOA embarked on an unforgettable three-day, two-night backpacking trip to Elfin Lakes. For 10 of them, this was their very first time backpacking, which made the journey even more meaningful. Itinerary Memorable Moments After long hikes, swimming in the crystal-clear lakes refreshed our bodies, while shared meals and…
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PNOA Overlord Mountain Hike – A 41km Adventure
On September 1, 2025, five adventurous souls set out for an epic journey to conquer the Overlord Mountain via the Singing Pass to Russet Lake route in Whistler, British Columbia. This 41km hike, with a staggering elevation gain of 2,500 meters, was a test of endurance, teamwork, and sheer determination. Despite the challenges, the sunny…
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PNOA Garibaldi Lake Traverse Backpacking Trip, Aug 8-10, 2025
From August 8-10, 2025, PNOA organized an unforgettable 3-day, 2-night backpacking adventure through the stunning Garibaldi Lake Traverse in Garibaldi Provincial Park, led by Paul and Yolanda. With 16 enthusiastic participants, we covered 53 km and gained 3,000 meters in elevation under clear, favorable weather. The group’s high spirits and camaraderie made this trip a…
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Yak-Nak Peaks Hike with PNOA – A Joyful Journey with 12 Adventurers (August 3, 2025)
As members of the Pacific Northwest Outdoor Association (PNOA), our group thrives on the call of the mountains. On the morning of August 3, 2025, 12 of us gathered for a PNOA-organized hike to Yak and Nak Peaks, and I woke with a flicker of worry—dark clouds loomed, threatening rain. But as we met at…
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Tricouni Peak Day Hike – A Stunning Adventure on July 27, 2025
On July 27, 2025, we joined a memorable day hike to Tricouni Peak with the Pacific Northwest Outdoor Association (PNOA), expertly led by Lao Wan. The weather forecast had me slightly worried, predicting a chance of light rain in the afternoon. But as if the mountain gods were smiling down on us, we were greeted…
