Hikers of the Past: The Beats, North Cascades, Jim Wickwire, Hozomeen & K2
The North Cascades holds a significant place in the history of the Beat Generation, with figures like Jim Wickwire, Jack Kerouac and Gary Snyder spending time at lookouts in the area in the 1950’s and 1960’s. Their experiences in the North Cascades influenced their writing and contributed to the development of Beat culture, particularly the emphasis on nature, spirituality, and countercultural ideals. Written by Ron Dart, author, [...]
