The Local or the Smartphone?
The Local or the Smartphone?
by Jim Phillips I parked my 1953 Willys Jeep at the trailhead several miles up from my house. It was a typical Leavenworth July morning, sunny and getting warmer. The ... Read More...
Adventure through Bikepacking
by Ray Birks Ray Birks, author of this article, volunteer extraordinaire for WenOut, and experienced mountain biker. Back in the day, before specialized gear and actual knowledge of what we were doing,... Read More...
Tell Us Your Story
by WenOut Staff
Calling all bad-asses, newbies and out of shapers. We are looking to expand the articles we have on our website and would like to hear from you! Please send us your articles as we would like mo... Read More...
Our “Stupid Fun” Makes Headlines
Ray Birks pedals up Jumpoff Ridge during the Battle of the Bikes.
'Stupid fun' races don't need trophies or timers — only friends required
By Mike McQuaide. The Seattle Times.
When it gets rig... Read More...
The Stillness of Soot
Our Executive Director Sarah Shaffer, went on a backpacking trip in August through a burn area up the Entiat River Road. Here is a link to the story along with photos, about her experience that was shared with ... Read More...
The Desert: Expectations vs. Reality
Editors Note: Although this adventure for Hannah and Chelan was a few years back now, there are still plenty of pertinent tips in this article and useful information. If interested in reading other installments... Read More...
The Twirling Skunk
by Sarah Shaffer
This spring, I had a very funny experience while mountain biking in our local foothills. I wrote a story about this experience which our organization shared with The Good Life magazine. Click ... Read More...
Love of Lakes
Written By: Andy and Allison Dappen
Most of us know recreationalists who are both crazy and quirky about lists. They may be mountaineers ticking off the 100 highest peaks in Washington State or striving to rea... Read More...
Far Flung-Tarpiscan to Vantage Bikepacking Trip
Far Flung - Tarpiscan to Vantage Bikepacking Trip
by Ray Birks
The Tarpiscan and Colockum areas of the Wenatchee Mountains are notoriously rocky. It’s almost as if a giant hand swept across North Central Wash... Read More...
Best Canoeing Accessories – Part 1
We were a week into our 12-day canoe trip down a wilderness river in northern British Columbia when I popped a “guy” question capable of spurring hours of discussion. Obviously it had nothing to do wi... Read More...