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redhouse86 t1_ixrv4f5 wrote

Reply to Thank you Mt. Tahoma by benjaesq

Mount Rainier (/reɪˈnɪər/), also known as Tahoma, Tacoma, Tacobet, or təqʷubəʔ

I guess pick your favorite name huh? Most people now a days know it as Mt. Rainier.

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Future_Huckleberry71 t1_ixpnbcs wrote

Reply to Ski trip to Mt Baker by Street_Birthday_2935

I'm unable to predict with accuracy what weather conditions will be at the end of January on the day you drive up the hill from Glacier. Be prepared to drive in very snowy and low visibility conditions with a fully chained up vehicle at greatly reduced speed. On the other hand road could be clear and dry with bright sunny weather.

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Piddy3825 t1_ixpahzf wrote

Reply to Ski trip to Mt Baker by Street_Birthday_2935

The DOT does a fairly decent job of keeping the roads plowed, but conditions can change pretty quickly. Best thing to do is be prepared by having you vehicle outfitted with winter tires and to carry a good set of chains, that you know how to put on. I'd practice that at least once before heading into snow country. There's nothing more aggravating than trying to put chains on your car in a foot of fresh snow! When it comes to driving in the snow, remember, slow and steady, arrive alive!

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