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A dog trots beside a skier on one of the Rendezvous trails originating at the Gunn Ranch Trailhead in the Methow Valley. Dogs are allowed in some parts of the massive Methow Trails’ network of cross-country ski routes, but must be issued their own official day passes and keep to areas designated as dog-friendly.

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In this photo taken Friday, Dec. 16, 2016, Mount Rainier fills the sky behind as a group of snowshoers head out of the Paradise area for an outing at Mount Rainier National Park, Wash. Spotty or no cellular service has been the norm at the nation’s fifth oldest park south of Seattle, but that could change soon. Mount Rainier National Park is considering proposals to provide cellular service in the park, setting off debates about whether people enjoying the park and surrounding wilderness areas should have access to calls and social media while in nature. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

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In this photo taken Wednesday, May 30, 2018, a sail boat maneuvers near a large cruise ship near Juneau, Alaska. The waterfront near downtown Juneau hums with activity this time of year, with cruise ships, sailboats and other vessels and float planes, used to ferry visitors to various activities. (AP Photo/Becky Bohrer) OTK

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Jake Hoffman, left, and Tyler Godwin check out the historical lime kiln from which this hike receives its name. (Evan Bush / The Seattle Times)

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I was out in the park looking for small things to photograph with my macro lens. I almost stepped on this little Pacific Tree Frog but it moved a little bit just in time. I love how it is so camouflaged among the wood chips and leaves on the ground. I used a Nikon D500 with a Sigma 180MM macro lens.

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