Mt RAINIER · Crown of the Pacific Northwest
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2021
- Mount Rainier is the most Compelling and Best-Known symbol of life in the Pacific Northwest. Its majestic presence defines the natural beauty and geographic diversity of Washington State. This breathtaking documentary from veteran producer Jean Walkinshaw celebrates the centennial of Rainier's national park and tells stories about this enduring symbol through a fascinating mosaic of perspectives. Meet mountain climbers and scientists, naturalists and artists, and others who have been inspired by the magnificence of Mount Rainier. Spectacular high-definition footage interspersed with archival material makes this a truly comprehensive portrait of Rainier: The Mountain.
Mount Rainier, also known as Tahoma or Tacoma, is a large active stratovolcano in the Cascade Range of the Pacific Northwest, located in Mount Rainier National Park about 59 miles (95 km) south-southeast of Seattle. With a summit elevation of 14,411 ft (4,392 m), it is the highest mountain in the U.S. state of Washington and the Cascade Range, the most topographically prominent mountain in the contiguous United States, and the tallest in the Cascade Volcanic Arc.
Due to its high probability of eruption in the near future, Mount Rainier is considered one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world, and it is on the Decade Volcano list. The large amount of glacial ice means that Mount Rainier could produce massive lahars which could threaten the entire Puyallup River valley. According to the United States Geological Survey, "about 80,000 people and their homes are at risk in Mount Rainier’s lahar-hazard zones
Director Jean Walkinshaw
cir: 1999
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My grandfather homesteader land just outside the park in 1961! He got the job of laying all the rockery you see on the south Paradise side. It took him over two years to build the rock bridges and side walls! He also was foreman on the job and got all the rocks u see from the Mountain itself. I grew up hiking and camping, back packing, every year of my life. Such a wonderful way to experience God,s nature. I now along with my brother and my kids enjoy the property Grandpa clear cut and it is our legacy passed on down from him and my grandmother! His name is Robert W Jolly and my Grandmother Helen Jolly. So if u ever wondered who built the beautiful rockery in the park now u know. No one knows this not even the park rangers! The property is called Jolly,s and it is my slice of heaven!!!! She is the most beautiful mountain I have ever had the pleasure of exploring!
that's awesome I grew up near it & it developed a life long obssession with nature for me as well! Glad to hear you inherited & preserved his property
I was there recently, wondering exactly the same thing- who put down all of these rocks to make the trails!
Did he speak authentic frontier gibberish?
big thanks to him! and hugs and thanks to you for sharing, wonderful!
great story, special history your family experienced, thanks for sharing. cheers
There are taller peaks, more difficult climbs, and arguably mountains just as symbolic or beautiful, but Mount Rainier will always be my first love, the love of my life. The thought of one day standing on Rainier’s summit was the reason I became a climber.
That’s exactly how I feel about Mt Hood
1 of my coworkers climbed it every other year for long time. I always wanted attempt but they said descent too difficult with my knee damage, no meniscus cartilage & torn ACL never repaired so I stuck w/ cycling... 👍
its called mt tahoma, kinda weird u say you love it but dont even know its real name
@@sonidaceleste6895 yes, Mt Tahoma, it’s original name from local native Americans. My younger cousins attended Tahoma High School in Maple Valley/Covington. probably many you know this about the prominent sub peak that juts out, it’s called “Little Tahoma”
@@sonidaceleste6895 either way is perfectly acceptable.
I had the privilege to climb Rainier last summer (2020). It was a truly a life-changing experience.
Dave, I've commented on several videos you've posted, but let me take a second and say that everything you post is incredible. Everything. It truly is. I'm not a mountaineer at all, but I LOVE following all y'all brave people who bring it to us, in the comfort of our homes. Can't say enough about what you're sharing with us. 🙏
Glad you like them!
Thank you. I live in Sumner, WA and on a nice clear day I can see this beautiful mountain from my house in all her glory.
I spent some time in Seattle in the early 1970's. I will never forget the first time I saw Rainier, in the distance to the south, barely distinct in the summer haze above the clouds. I could not take my eyes away for several minutes. Even from that distance, she had a powerful effect on me. I can easily understand why so many are drawn to this magnificent mountain.
I've lived in Seattle for ten years and I still always look to admire it when it's visible.
@@nyanbinary1717 the mountain stays the same amount of beautiful, while Seattle is getting destroyed and dying for no reason other than peoples bs
It's an absolute Monster also because it is a volcano & not in a mountain range... Ranier dominates the landscape ... true majesty
@@alanluscombe8a553 Seattle is fine.
@@SpankinDaBagel yeah ok.
I can never find videos like this its always so special when I find them.
One of the best, thorough, full of facts, colors and adventures documentary. Once you visit and hike up Mt.Rainier, it becomes part of you. Cheers from Miami
That mountain was a part of my life for 7 beautiful years!
Thank you for all your uploads. Being an armchair climber 🤷♀️ this is the closest I’ll get to a summit!
Ditto! will never climb peaks but I sure also enjoy being an armchair mountaineer!
@@desertmav8632 I use an escalator and I almost faint! Cheers 🍻
This is such a beautiful mountain and park. I find peace just watching this documentary and listen to this old country songs.I really wish, i could go on Mountain hikes, but due to a handicap i cannot do such a thing. I am fit through gym and walking a lot, but my balance is bad.... like almost non existent. But i still can watch these mountain vids of yours and dream of actually getting up there.
I was in the park yesterday looking at the majesty of Rainier from the Lake Eleanor trail. The mountain never gets old, just beautiful !!!!
We don't have mountains, but I am climbing the highest part of our state in honour of all these videos, on the weekend, ,bluff knol Western Australia
Such an underrated channel, thank you so much for all your hard work making these!
Great documentary. Rainier is definitely on my bucket list once I get around to learning mountaineering. The PNW is absolutely gorgeous, climbed South Sister in OR in 2019 and it was one of the most exciting, rewarding moments of my life to experience the beautiful view from the top.
I lived on Rainier for 3 months earlier this summer. Such a gorgeous mountain.
Lying 🤥
Living near here is an honor. Getting to be surrounded by Hurricane Ridge, Mount Rainier, the Olympic National Forest, the Strait of Juan Defuca, near Canada, the Pacific ocean... There is no better place in the United States to be. 🖤
Agreed... I live in the Northeast sadly but there is absolutely nothing like the PNW... Dream is to move out there but who knows. Life's too short.
Your right, but the Olympics are by far the best!
Forgot the cascades
@@chriseller3320 the cascades r better
I met Jim Whittaker when he had just climbed Mt Everest! It was a school project to meet someone u admired and I picked him. He has a twin brother named Lew Whittaker and he has a place just outside the park. He use to help any climbers who wanted to learn to climb big huge mountains like Everest! Lee Whittaker gave me lessons as well. Teaching me how to save myself with my ice axe and taught me how to be smart and prepared in case of emergencies!! I have built my own ice igloo and spent the night in it, not as cold as u might think. This is God’s country and it needs to be preserved and respected, from the trails to the many animals that live on her!! She has at least 25 glaciers all around her. The best way to experience her is to get out of your cars!! If u have never gone to see her up close, then it is something u should do in your life time. I guarantee you will be in awe of her and experience a place of quiet beauty and Gods perfect peace!
Hiking her next year to the summit with a gentleman who's done it for 26 years, and 8 other people :)
Thank you for uploading this diverse and interesting report! I recently moved from California to North of Seattle. I am in the process of learning more about WA, particularly it’s National and State Parks. I hope to explore some of Rainier‘s hiking trails and take many photos. I’ve visited the park just once a decade ago. I remember seeing wildflowers against a snowy backdrop, and just absolutely gorgeous scenery. Thanks again for the beautiful photography and interviewing so many interesting people! Thanks for the upload, David!
I grew up 1 mile from the Whitaker's store in Lakewood in Tacoma called the Ski Hut that supplied ski and climbing equipment in the 60s and recently my niece Kim worked at Whitaker Mountaineering in Ashford. I remember going up on day and stop to watch this guy running down as he got close , I said Hi Lou .
Thank you for posting this! Making a summit attempt in May 2024 and knowing the history and beauty behind this mountain is amazing!!
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." RIP Shawn and Phil
Wow! What a treat. This is my backyard. Mt. Rainier is just beautiful and I couldn't be luckier to live here. Thank you so much for this!!
I feel the same, I live in ashford and grew up around Elbe and went to school in Eatonville after going to grade school at Columbia crest
I'm on the other side or the planet and the first time i saw that mountain in a picture all I wanted was to see it and climb it in real life...
I grew up in the Puget Sound, and spent lots of time around that mountain.
It really is amazing, and lakes, creeks and rivers were chock full of Rainbow, Cutthroat, and Brook Trout.
There's really no place like it on earth.
I'm up there every weekend in the summertime in a few times in the winter I love my Mount Rainier
Thank you for preserving and sharing all these old films.
From working & living in Puyallup, WA almost 15 yrs never got tired seeing it & on those clear days when “The Mountain was out” even had an unobstructed view from 1 of our 2nd floor bedrooms. Visited MRNP many times, I’ve hiked Wonderland several times, biked up Westside road & using binoculars watched mountain goats high above. Only thing I don’t miss from being so near MR was the blaring “Lahar Warning” siren tests from one located right down road from us & all around the Puyallup valley… (every 1st Monday of each month @ noon). Thanks a bunch for posting this really great film doc & I’ve watched many over the yrs. this one very well done.
I've heard the one by Orting on a Saturday! Puyallup is a nice place.
@@aaronplank1437yes that 1 just north of Orting went off 1 time while I was on bike path & was only 100 ft away, not pleasant!
@@EliotBay I bet that was a nice surprise, ha!!
Seems a small price to pay..
I met this mountain with the photos of a photographer on Instagram ... it was immediately love. I live in Italy, there are spectacular mountains, but the majesty and magic of this mountain is incredible. his vision takes your breath away . thanks for sharing this video 😍
I feel fortunate that I grew up in Buckley.
Another great watch.. cheers.. keep them coming..
He asked about being frustrated at having to rescue people. I agree with his answer, though my closest volcano is Wy'East (Mt Hood). It is so close to Portland and when you are at Timberline Lodge that big summit just looks so close. So the Mountain Rescue here spends a lot of time pulling dumbasses off the mountain in jeans and sneakers thinking it just wouldn't be that far. They are always wrong.
Jesus. Seeing that guy slowly negotiate that small aluminium ladder with his crampons close up was, um, yeah. I'm happy here watching in front of my computer at 50+ years of age. 20 years ago I'd be YEAH! But love the posts. Keep them coming.
Yeah the Sherpas lug those ladders ahead of the “ expeditions” to lay them across the widest crevasses on Everest, in addition to the rope lines they set up.
They are the heroes. I can’t bear watching the video looking down from the climbers’ vantage point.
This is so great.
Great video, I enjoyed watching.
Thanks for sharing.
A great mountain. Seventeenth highest in the United States. Third highest in the lower 48.
Great video! I'm in the PNW and am thinking about doing Ranier in the next couple years; appreciate the information!!
Bruce barcott is brilliant thank you David for more content on mountaineering
Thank you Japan
I have the best view of her from work I love it
Too bad this is a little dated. Looking out my window today, there is not a whole lot of snow on Rainier and has not been this last two summers. How this will affect the plants and animals of Rainier is yet to be seen, but like everywhere else, things are changing.
I have been a professional tree climber for 35 years. Very few women are in this business. Times are slowly changing. Today, women climbers are tough and poured from a different mold than most women. This is not a sexist statement. I'm just stating a simple fact.
Like the movie avatar! We suppose to be living in trees lol
wow. its such a charming presence , breathtaking wonder, God's sentinel for humanity,,,gg,,ggh i'm out of words. you all peoples living 200 miles around it, Im so jealous of your active volcano.
5:30 all i can think is 'are aluminum ladders designed to take loads perpendicular to its length??' 😅
Imagine Ranier erupting... its gonna make St. Helens look like a fire cracker
Im afraid you might be right.
Does BC CANADA 🇨🇦 call this Mt Baker,..
We made it to camp Muir 🥷and bouroughs into glacier basin and then to steamboat prow , closer to god
Lonely mountian :D
I was neighbors with the Saluskin family growing up.
I think worth a Trip
Mt Rainier is just so beautiful. Living in Washington it's home for us. Plus Alice in Chains made an album/song for it 😏😉
Anyone know the song that plays at 4:17?
Does anyone know where I can find the song at 9:20?
Can someone advise the name of the song playing on 2:00 minute?
Everybody gangsta till Mother Nature pulls up with the wildfires
Is becoming a mountainaire do you need to be physically fit? Can you still climb even though you have asthma?
You definitely need to be physically fit, and climbing at altitude with asthma is a very bad idea. I share your disappointment; I also have issues that would prevent me from ever climbing at altitude. That said, you can look into trekking and hiking! I'd loop in a doctor though, especially to advise what kind of emergency medicine/gear to bring, if any.
You can definitely climb don't let asthma stop you, best avoid high altitude peaks tho
@@2755_Ishycakes there has been some small amounts of research that have shown high altitude can either worsen asthma or it can actually help it get better.
Perhaps the type of asthma is important, too. I have exercise-induced asthma, and I just don't redline myself. Never had trouble at 13 or 14k, but acclimatized and kept my Albuterol handy. But everyone is different. If your doctor says 'go, do it!' just listen to your body, be smart, right?
@@windwatcher11 “be smart” as simple as that is, it amazes how many people aren’t smart with their own limits lol
Well the documentary content is much better than the corny folk music in the background.🌽
mt tahoma*
Really really hope Tahoma gets the Denali treatment soon. A much better and more fitting name than “Rainier”. Same goes for all the Cascade mountains who were already named when colonialists showed up.
How much DOES Mt Ranier weigh? (blame it on the ranger!)
They keep talking about how bad the ABG is... I'm an ICU nurse, Tell me what it is !? I'm still waiting..
May of 2022, weather and volcanic activity permitted, i will be summiting this with 9 other people.
👍How'd it go??
Wanna smoke some ganja there
Hella Gai
Yes, Mt. Rainier is one of nature's beautiful VOLCANO! However, It could be a ticking time bomb and its eruption could affect Seattle and cities near the volcano.
Hazard Stevens
I'm pretty sure mountains don't move.... As though they can walk.
The end is cool but disappointed
Mount hood is better
Hood is spectacular for sure
Mt. Rainier is full of huge rats. I am totally not kidding. Healthy size. scary demise, no more sun rise, not wise, beauty defies. Crowded mountain getting ready to blow. Oh no!
so that's why the huge rats are always screaming through their teeth
@@RossJamesPhoto Especially the democ RAT ic type.!
this is a dated and exceptionally amateurish production, Good lord the 1980s was so shallow. "we got women guides now" seriously?
OMG so much woke. Lame.
So the “guide” prefers women climbers to “pseudo guys.”
Jesus.