Editor’s Note by Sarah Shaffer: Cyrus has long been an inspiring presence in our local outdoor community. We first heard about him and his twin brother, Niles, tackling long trail runs over a decade ago. In recent years, we have...Read More...
Looking for ways to enjoy the snowy outdoors this season? NCW Libraries has you covered! Through their Library of Things, you can borrow snowshoes and Discover Passes, making it easier than ever to explore Washington’s winter wonderland. Check out what...Read More...
by Adam Vognild If you’re new to getting outdoors and eager to expand your knowledge and adventures, proper planning is essential. Start with a solid trip plan: decide where you’re going, when you’re leaving and returning, and make sure someone...Read More...
by Rebecca Peltz Going for a hike is usually motivated by a desire to go outdoors and enjoy nature. Mixing technology with this desire to connect with the outdoors seems more like something to avoid than embrace. However, as hikers,...Read More...
by Ray Birks Early spring, after pulling out the blue plastic bins in the garage, gearing up for the first bike packing adventures of the season, I always groan at the fact that I have a few half-filled isobutane stove...Read More...
by Alli Scheumann It’s no secret that Wenatchee has excellent access to trails, so if you have been thinking of getting involved with trail running and do not know where to start, stay tuned. It can be rather intimidating to...Read More...
Best Last-Minute Outdoor Gifts – 2023 by Andy Dappen Is the clock still ticking on getting an outdoorsy family member or friend a Christmas present that will be highly valued? If so, we can help with these last-minute suggestions that...Read More...
Skin Care – Cleaning Climbing Skins by Andy Dappen It inevitably happens to backcountry skiing skins—the glue, especially on the tails, turns into a mess of dirt, pine needles, and wax, causing the skins to peel off in use (a...Read More...
Gearing Up for Snowshoeing : Hardware and Accessoriesby Andy Dappen Defining snowshoeing for you There’s a continuum in how snowshoes may be used from walking wide and relatively flat Forest Service roads to using them on very steep slopes leading...Read More...
Editors Note: For all backcountry skiers out there or for those interested in learning about backcountry skiing, this is an article to prepare your gear for backcountry season or to assist you in what to purchase to get started. Early...Read More...
