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Sarah Shaffer
Executive Director
Sarah is fortunate to have her dream job as the Executive Director for Wenatchee Outdoors. Her interests include people, nature, wildlife and getting her sweat on outside. Alpine rock climbing, mountain biking and skate skiing are her outdoor passions. Sarah enjoys gardening, baking and home remodel projects. She is the mother of one, which keeps her busy and happy on a daily basis. Activities she would like to pursue that would be new to her are kayaking and backcountry skiing.

Healthy Homework

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Healthy Homework by Andy Dappen “Why are you always up so late before a tour?” she asks me. “You need more sleep!”  I think my wife is out to get me because, if she really wanted me healthy, she wouldn’t... Read More...

‘Going’ in the Woods

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by Andy Dappen ‘Downloading’ in the wilds – whether that’s in the woods while hiking, on glaciers while climbing, or along a river while car camping or canoeing – ranks as one of those least-discussed topics. It’s a topic novices... Read More...

Hog Resurrection

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Hog Ressurection Bill Wicheta I love our valley’s springtime outdoor smorgasbord. As hillside grasses morph from brown to green and yellow Arrowleaf Balsamroot paints the valley sides, the higher peaks still glisten with coats of pristine white, and I think... Read More...

Bad Ending to Great Backcountry

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Bad Ending to Great Backcountry  by Liz Dunham The day started out wonderfully.  Tumwater canyon was gorgeous under the cloudy sky; recent avalanche paths were visible between the evergreen forests and bare winter larches.  After a stretch of especially freezing... Read More...

WenOut is Hiring!

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Wanted-Community Outreach Coordinator for Wenatchee Outdoors! WenOut is seeking an outgoing, motivated person who believes in our mission to inspire, guide, and connect our outdoor community. This person will help to define this new role and handle a variety of tasks... Read More...

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