Hello Everyone!

With the re-opening of the Nisqually Entrance to Mount Rainier National Park only a couple of weeks away, I have some exciting news! 

As many of you know, I currently have images on display at the National Parks Conservation Association Gallery in Pioneer Square for their exhibit, National Parks Under the Weather:  How to Help.  On Thursday, May 3rd, I will be speaking about my book Mount Rainier at the NPCA Gallery, and will be signing copies of the book as well.  The event will be from 6-8 p.m. and will coincide with First Thursday Art Walk, so if you get bored listening to me, there will be plenty of alternatives!

Oh, I promise not to talk too long - come on out!  It will be a fun evening with appetizers being served.  Here's the Media Advisory that was sent out to the newspapers on Friday!

VISIT IKEA!

	Photo by Jennifer Geyer

One of my images of Mount Rainier will be on display this weekend at the NPCA booth at IKEA!  It will then travel the country for the next two years for various events, promoting the National Parks Conservation Association's efforts to draw public attention and awareness to the issues affecting our national parks.

Shane Farnor at the NPCA booth at Ikea.	Teddy the Park Bear makes friends with a little one. Photo by Jennifer Geyer

Mount Rainier by Don Geyer

WHERE:

National Parks Conservation Association Parks Information Center

313-A First Ave. South in Seattle's historic Pioneer Square

(Across the street from Elliott Bay Book Company)

WHEN:

First Thursday Art Walk, May 3, 6-8 p.m.

National Parks Under the Weather:  How to Help.

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Don Geyer speaking to an audience during the Artist Reception at the NPCA Exhibit National Parks Under the Weather:  How to Help. 

Photo by Sean Smith

The Artist Reception at the NPCA Exhibit National Parks Under the Weather:  How to Help. 

Photo by Sean Smith

MOUNT RAINIER RE-OPENING!

After the longest closure of the park since World War II, Mount Rainier National Park is set to open May 5th.  With over $36 million in damages from the past winter storms, key roads – Stevens Canyon, Carbon River and most of Highway 123 – will remain closed.  But the opening of the road to Longmire and Paradise should prove a reason to celebrate!  Visitors will likely see a vastly different park than the one they have grown to love.

If looking to spend extended time in the south side of the park, be sure and check out Mounthaven Resort, only 1/2 mile from the Nisqually Entrance!  They offer cabins, RV hook-ups, and even tent camping!  Oh, they also come personally recommended!

Below the Clouds Reviewed in the Post-Intelligencer!

Robert Chrestensen's DVD, Below the Clouds continues to receive outstanding reviews.  Recently, good friend and P-I "Hike of the Week" columnist Karen Sykes reviewed the popular DVD for a special to the Getaways section!  Read the review.

Be sure and check out their web site for ordering information!

Finally,  it's time to visit the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival!  This weekend should see all the fields at their peak and is certainly worth the drive.  Arrive early to avoid the crowds!  For directions and information to plan your trip, visit the official website of the event at http://www.tulipfestival.org/

Don Geyer photographing tulips Photos of Don by Jennifer Geyer

Well, that about wraps it up for the month of April.  I would also like to give special thanks to Alan Bauer for all his recent support, and his friendship.  Here is a special bumper sticker I designed after a recent desert trip we did together:

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In all seriousness, Alan has just co-authored two new exciting titles for Mountaineers Books:  Day Hiking:  South Cascades and Day Hiking:  Snoqualmie Region.  Be sure to pick up your copies!

Alan Bauer draws the attention of Homeland Security

Evidence captured by Don Geyer.

Many new images have been added to the web site, with more on the way.  If you haven't visited it recently, it's worth checking out!

I look for forward to seeing you on the trails soon!

Don Geyer

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