Things to know

Leavenworth Ski Hill Lodge-Refreshed

May 24, 2019

By Ray Birks Thirsty for a cold drink after riding or hiking some sweet trails? Need a local spot to hangout when the crowds downtown are too much to handle? Looking for a place to escape the heat with views t... Read More...

Where is Horse Lake?

May 22, 2019

Adventure, Things to know

by Shelly Forster In 2006 the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust purchased the Horse Lake Reserve, intending to forever protect the land from development. Visiting the Reserve you can clearly see that the land ... Read More...

Trekking Poles-The Why & The How

May 20, 2019

Gear, Things to know

Trekking Poles - The Why and The How by Andy Dappen Should you walk with or without them? Certainly they’re not needed by everyone, but anyone with tweaks and/or injuries to the ankles, knees, hips, or lower... Read More...

Secret Lives of Ladybugs

May 13, 2019

Things to know

Words and pictures by Peter Bauer Every year about Mother's Day, a bizarre phenomenon occurs at the top of Twin Peaks. As the sun warms the south-facing portion of the summit crag, the rocks begin oozi... Read More...

Tweedy’s Lewisia-Photos & Photo Tips

May 10, 2019

Things to know

by Marc Dilley Every May I get excited about the appearance of one of my all-time favorite wildflowers, Tweedy's Lewisia. I don't know if it's the coastal weather we've had all "spring" or just that I've pushe... Read More...

Adventure through Bikepacking

May 8, 2019

Adventure, Gear, Things to know

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...

Upper Yakima River Basin Rec Survey

May 6, 2019

Things to know, What's Happening

In the cold, clear waters of the Cle Elum River, an angler tries her luck catching trout as early morning steam rises into the air. This scene and hundreds more unfold each day across the Upper Yakima Basin. ... Read More...

Trail Etiquette Refresher

May 3, 2019

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 ... Read More...

Confessions of a Former Snake Murderer

April 29, 2019

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 th... Read More...

Sagebrush of the Foothills

April 26, 2019

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 thic... Read More...

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