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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.

The Waters of Omak Lake

AdventureGuidebook
Attractions. It’s a lake of distinctions and surprises. It’s the longest natural lake in Okanogan County. It’s the largest saline lake in Washington State. It’s a tropical blue lake surrounded by a brown desert landscape. It’s a lake whose shorelines are... Read More...

Dream Homes for Outdoor Folks

GearThings to know
by Molly Steere  When buying new gear, from skis and kayaks to tents and clothing, the biggest concern in my household is not expense or even performance, but where we’re going to put it.   And if we’re lucky enough to... Read More...

Enchanting Substitutes

AdventureWhat's Happening
Enchanting Substitutes by Andy Dappen The Enchantment Traverse is one of Washington’s premier hikes. Because it’s hard to get an overnight permit for the 19-mile trek, many people have given up on backpacking the route. Instead, day hiking and trail... Read More...

Whiskered Wisdom

AdventureThings to know
by Andy Dappen Big ears, big nose, big hair, big brain… listen to your four-legged Yoda. Few creatures live as fully or as transparently as a dog. That’s why friends I recently visited in British Columbia recommend that we spend... Read More...

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