My North Cascades Story

Shelbi Day carries a raft to the river
Shelbi Day carries a raft to the river

By Shelbi Day, Whitewater Rafting Enthusiast

For years, whitewater rafting has been one of my favorite hobbies. During a recent trip to visit friends in Seattle, I had the opportunity to raft the Wenatchee River – a beautiful river in the North Cascades. The rafting trip started as a casual suggestion by my friend the day before I arrived in Seattle.

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North Cascades National Park encompasses landscapes with over 9000 feet of vertical relief.

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