Things to know

Best Canoeing Accessories – Part 1

July 10, 2020

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...

Send It!

July 3, 2020

Adventure, Things to know, What's Happening

by Sarah Shaffer It was a sunny day on the biggest day of the year for water levels on the Wenatchee River. Over 17,000 cubic feet per second. Boom, it was going to be a big day, a day to send it! I met a few ... Read More...

Save the Planet-By Playing

July 1, 2020

Things to know

Photo taken by John Plotz, edited by Sarah Shaffer. 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 b... Read More...

Hot Weather, Cool Outings-Escaping the Heat Wave

June 26, 2020

Adventure, Things to know

I jumped on the road bike a 3 p.m. a few days ago because the temperature had just jumped over the 100-degree mark. Stupid me was curious about how well my body responded to the stupid hot temperatures of a Cen... Read More...

Slithering Fauna

June 22, 2020

Things to know

Written by Timothy Hohn, pictures provided by Ian Garrison “Snake!” someone suddenly cries. There’s a momentary paralysis among all who are nearby, now alert to a perceived danger. In the next few seconds, an ... Read More...

My Favorite Tools (and one that’s definitely not a favorite)

June 15, 2020

Gear, Things to know

My Favorite Tools (and one that’s definitely not a favorite) By Ray Birks There’s something satisfying working on your own bike. I know it saves me money and helps me prepare for situations where I might need... Read More...

Sagebrush of the Foothills

June 12, 2020

Things to know

Photo: Big sagebrush (Artemesia tridentata) on left and right intermixed with shrub-steppe flowers. Story by Grace Peven I used to believe only the brave and foolish ventured into the Foothills after a th... Read More...

Five Reasons to SUP

June 5, 2020

Gear, Things to know

Five Reasons to SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) by Sarah Shaffer We recently bought a SUP and have been enjoying it during these hot summer days. Here are five reasons I recommend owning one. 1.We bought a blow u... Read More...

Mountain Biking-Tips for Better Riding

June 1, 2020

Things to know

Mountain Biking-Tips for Better Ridingby Matthew Tangeman Whether you’ve mountain biked since the days of the first Specialized Hard Rock or are just beginning to venture off the asphalt, it’s safe to say that... Read More...

The Neurological Rewards of Runout

May 29, 2020

Things to know

The Neurological Rewards of Runout by Mark Shaffer Mark Shaffer getting ready to clip the next bolt on a stiff route. As your legs start to shake and your forearms ache, you glance nervously at you... Read More...

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