Discover Nature, LLC

Discover Nature, LLC In transition of my business. Stay tuned for future Forest Bathing/Therapy experiences Rainier. Hiking poles, snacks and your own personal guide are included.

I specialize in fully-guided, small group tours designed to maximize your time and experience at Mt. Delight in having more time to take in the many moments the park has to offer. I take pride in guiding you to the best parts of the park while treating you like friends visiting from out-of-town. I am one of the few tour companies that have a permit to offer longer hikes inside the Park. Based on

conversations ahead of time, I will help you choose the best hike or hikes for you. We will meet at a trailhead inside Mount Rainier National Park and enjoy the incredible diversity that can be experienced during a day. You will need to have your own transportation and pay the entrance fee into the Park which is $30 per vehicle. If you have an all National Parks pass, your entrance is already paid.

Thank you to all my tourmtrainier guests and supporters for the past twelve years!!! I am retiring from this most amazin...
11/28/2024

Thank you to all my tourmtrainier guests and supporters for the past twelve years!!! I am retiring from this most amazing “job” ever!!!! Twelve years ago I said YES to my dream of owning my own business as a nature guide and created Discover Nature/TourMtRainier. I have learned so much about myself, experienced many seasons on Mt. Tahoma and most importantly met so many amazing people from around the world. My heart is so full and I am deep in gratitude for all of you. You have given me so much by clicking the "Book Now" button. Sharing my wonder and awe for Mt. Rainier/Tahoma has been an absolute joy. I am proud of what I created and am sharing here that I have decided it is time to close my business. I will be spending more time with family, friends and exploring more ways of being in Nature. I am excited to see what shows up next! So thank you again for being a part of this journey with me ❤️ I am always happy to answer questions and recommendations for your next visit to Mt. Tahoma. You can stay in touch and follow me on Instagram. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and I'll see you on a trail somewhere!!!!!

Happy thistle flowers with their pollinators and Chicken of the Woods!! Fall is beginning to show their presence 🍁 💛🧡 ...
09/09/2024

Happy thistle flowers with their pollinators and Chicken of the Woods!! Fall is beginning to show their presence 🍁 💛🧡

False Hellebore, Veratrum viride, is a plant I find many folks find intriguing. The distinct pleated leaves, height and ...
08/04/2024

False Hellebore, Veratrum viride, is a plant I find many folks find intriguing. The distinct pleated leaves, height and flowers offer much beauty in the subalpine environments. It has many names …. Indian poke plants, corn lily, American false hellebore ……

The roots are poisonous and the leaves are toxic. After a freeze, the plant becomes more edible for wildlife and humans. The indigenous people harvested the plant after a freeze and used it in small quantities for pain relief and as a topical to treat bruises, sprains and fractures.

It’s time for the avalanche lily show! As the snow pack lessens, avalanche lilies create a chemical reaction to help mel...
06/27/2024

It’s time for the avalanche lily show! As the snow pack lessens, avalanche lilies create a chemical reaction to help melt the snow allowing their emergence. Blankets of these beautiful lilies are beginning and provide a food source to many. We’ve been seeing lots of black-tailed deer eating them on our hikes lately.

Some of my wildflower friends are back along the roadways in What wildflowers are you enjoying?First photo is Jeffery’...
06/21/2024

Some of my wildflower friends are back along the roadways in What wildflowers are you enjoying?

First photo is Jeffery’s Shooting Star 💜
Second photo is broadleaf lupine 💙

Happy This lovely view of Mt. Tahoma/Rainier is along the Emmons Moraine Trail on the east side of the Park. An easy a...
06/10/2024

Happy This lovely view of Mt. Tahoma/Rainier is along the Emmons Moraine Trail on the east side of the Park. An easy and very rewarding hike.

Sharing some wildflower love from the lowlands of the Salish Sea. Photo 1 ~ chocolate lily or checker lily...
04/18/2024

Sharing some wildflower love from the lowlands of the Salish Sea.

Photo 1 ~ chocolate lily or checker lily and your happy, hiker guide

Photo 2 ~ blue camas ✨ the bulbs are harvested by the local indigenous communities

I’ve been thinking about trees a lot lately. The abundance of many species upon this precious earth, and how they give s...
02/25/2024

I’ve been thinking about trees a lot lately. The abundance of many species upon this precious earth, and how they give so much to life. How they stand so patient. How they communicate with each other including different species. How they give life as structure for many species, food, shade, and how they nuture us. I’ve witnessed this nurturing often with my guests, family, friends, and during my travels. In fact, some trips were made because of the trees in the area. What emotions do trees bring up for you? 

Are you uncertain about ‘s upcoming timed entry program for the 2024 season? You can visit their Instagram feed for ex...
02/20/2024

Are you uncertain about ‘s upcoming timed entry program for the 2024 season? You can visit their Instagram feed for explanations.

Tomorrow is the first day to make reservations for visits from May 24 - June 30th. Reservations are needed if you are entering the Park from 7am - 3pm. This is for the Paradise Corridor only. Sunrise will open for reservations on April 1st. Entry tickets are purchased on Recreation.gov

If you have a guided day hike with me, you do not need an entry ticket. I have you covered 🤩🥾💚

If you have a wilderness camping permit, you are covered as well. 💚🏕️

If you are staying at the National Park Inn or Paradise Inn, you can enter anytime after 1pm without a timed entry ticket 💚🏩🌲

I know ravens are clever and this beautiful mural confirms it even more!! The city of Tacoma has many lovely murals. Whe...
01/30/2024

I know ravens are clever and this beautiful mural confirms it even more!! The city of Tacoma has many lovely murals. Where is your favorite?

This was painted by Natalie Oswald and Joel Barber as part of the Tacoma Mural Project in 2013

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