Wenatchee Outdoors

Night of the Inferno

September 16, 2022

Night of the Inferno by Andy Dappen Photos by Mike Rolfs and Heather Dappen The Sleepy Hollow Fire started Sunday afternoon (June 28). Wind propelled the fire east and south toward Wenatchee where it destroyed 30 homes and several businesses... Read More...

Reflections from the PCT: 2,658 Miles of Trail, Triumph and Trials

September 14, 2022

Adventure What's Happening

Reflections from the PCT: 2,658 Miles of Trail, Triumph and Trials by Hannah Kiser and Chelan Pauly Editors Note: Although this adventure took place awhile back, it is a nice way to learn some tips and tricks and be inspired.... Read More...

Trail Etiquette Refresher

September 12, 2022

Things to know What's Happening

Recently there have been near misses between different trail users in the Sage Hills. Several community members asked WenatcheeOutdoors about trail etiquette that would avoid conflicts and collisions. National practices have been agreed upon by such organizations as Evergreen Mountain... Read More...

Save the Planet-By Playing

September 9, 2022

Things to know

There’s evidence from all quarters that Americans work too much. Contrary to what our bosses say, this isn’t necessarily a good thing. In fact, it’s can be bad for one’s health and one’s happiness. Now evidence indicates that working too much is also... Read More...

Black Peak & Corteo Peak

September 7, 2022

Adventure Guidebook

Black Peak (8970’) and Corteo Peak (8080’+) by Jim Brisbine August 4-7, 2017 For our 15th annual Mid-Summer Climbing Trip I teamed up with Jon, Todd, Eric, and Adam for a bid on Black Peak and Corteo Peak near Rainy... Read More...

Summer’s Last Taste of Whitewater on the Tieton River

September 5, 2022

Adventure Things to know What's Happening

Summer’s Last Taste of Whitewater on the Tieton River By Ariahna Jones When all of the other Cascade rivers have run dry, the Tieton River recharges due to the much anticipated annual dam release at the Rimrock Lake Reservoir just... Read More...

Confessions of a Former Snake Murderer

September 2, 2022

Adventure Things to know What's Happening

When my husband and I moved over the pass from North Bend to Malaga, I had an established fear of snakes. In my defense, I come from a long line of snake detractors. My grandma kept strategically placed hoes throughout... Read More...

A Rookie’s Tale: Camping 101

August 31, 2022

Things to know

By Kathleen Hannah The conversation I had with the employee at Lake Wenatchee State Campgrounds went something like this: Me: Hello! I would like to camp out tonight. Is there any space available? Employee (laughing audibly): There’s no one here... Read More...

Bikepacking

August 29, 2022

Adventure Things to know

by Andy Dappen “If any one passes us, they’re going to wonder whether we’re the two the dumbest riders they’ve ever seen. Gary Womeldorff, my riding partner, is mulling over the fact that we are not just riding up Devil’s... Read More...

Awe

August 26, 2022

Things to know

by Andy Dappen A recent article in Parade Magazine discussed the power of awe in buoying happiness, healing psychological issues, and maintaining health. Some interesting quotes from the article: Awe is the positive emotion that most strongly predicts reduced levels... Read More...

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