Battle Scars
Hours after abdominal reconstructive surgery, all doped up on pain pills, I took a "selfie."
Battle Scars
by Sarah Shaffer
A few years back I had fairly extensive surgery. Following the birth of our daughte... Read More...
Downtown Wenatchee by Bicycle
Charles Hickenbottom has dedicated 25 years of his life to actively participating in our community's bicycle advisory boards and committees. His latest contribution is an informative article detailing the safes... Read More...
Beginner’s Guide to Foraging
Backpacker Magazine recently had an article identifying and getting started with foraging for food. Written by Kat Mackinnon and Briana Wiles The Beginner's Guide to Foraging is a helpful tool to get you starte... Read More...
The Squat
by WenOut Staff
Sports of all kinds require a base level of fitness to perform well. With the extremely wide range of sports to play in the Wenatchee Valley, it is best to keep your training broad, general, an... Read More...
Field Repairs 202
Field Repairs 202
by Andy Dappen
When it comes to keeping your outdoor equipment in good repair, I've sang the praises of Seam Grip many times. With this viscous liquid that flows from a tube-like cold honey ... Read More...
Rabbitbrush – A Bush Rabbits Don’t Eat
One of the prominent shrubs in the foothills of Central Washington in autumn is rabbitbrush. It is prominent because it blooms in late summer and fall when most every other plant in the shrub steppe has shriv... Read More...
Five Reasons to Try Rowing
Five Reasons to Try Rowing
By Dana Kerr Dana showing us her joy in water activities.
In my experience, no other sport combines power, mindfulness, unity, and serenity quite like rowing. Whether you’r... Read More...
Drinking a Pine so Divine
Disclaimer: Before bringing the kettle to a boil, know which tree needles you are brewing. Several trees are toxic - including ponderosa pine (such a shame considering its local abundance), common yew, and Norf... Read More...
Backcountry Pharmacy
In this suit-happy world, the author of this article preferred not to be identified. He's had first-aid training and is an experienced climber. He is not a medical professional.
This story and its recommendat... Read More...
Canister Stove Tricks
I’ve taken several multi-day trips this spring and summer with a Jetboil Stove, which like many lightweight stoves runs off canisters filled with a blended isopro fuel, and each time I pack I'm faced with the n... Read More...