Things to know

Snake Identification and Snake Myths

August 11, 2023

It's that time of the year again friends. The warm weather brings the critters out of their nesting areas. Be prepared, by studying up on the difference between bullsnakes and rattlesnakes below. by WenOut Sta... Read More...

Visit to Mordor

August 4, 2023

Things to know, What's Happening

Visit to Mordor by Andy Dappen I was keenly anticipating our return to Duncan Ridge. My wife and I had backpacked here with our daughters long ago -- before they had the nerve to grow up. Our return to this ... Read More...

Paddle and Pedal

July 28, 2023

Adventure, Gear, Things to know

Paddle and Pedal by Andy Dappen A modified 'canoeicle' seen here along a beach downstream of the Rocky Reach Dam. Sometimes my brother can be profoundly stupid. Years ago, for example, as we neare... Read More...

Hot Weather, Cool Outings-Escaping the Heat Wave

July 26, 2023

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...

Shady Summer Climbing

July 24, 2023

Guidebook, Things to know

Summer sun can see local climbers sizzling like fried eggs on the granite slabs. However, just because the mercury's climbing, it doesn't mean you can't, especially if you're smart about seeking out shady route... Read More...

Sagebrush of the Foothills

July 19, 2023

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...

Loaded Carries

July 17, 2023

Things to know, What's Happening

Loaded Carries by Adam Vognild Disclaimer: This article holds general fitness advice, you should check with a physician prior to partaking in strenuous activities to make sure you are healthy enough to perfo... Read More...

Sports Nutrition Made Simple

July 12, 2023

Things to know

by Andy Dappen Awhile back I listened to Maureen Boswell, a registered dietician and a health-fitness instructor, talk to Wenatchee High School athletes about sports nutrition. Maureen has written articles for... Read More...

Mountain Connections

July 7, 2023

Adventure, Gear, Things to know

Mountain Connections By Adam Vognild On September 1, 2017 Chelan County Mountain Rescue Association Volunteers got the text at 4:30 a.m. that two personal locator beacons (PLBs) were deployed near the summit ... Read More...

Curious About…Thatching Ants

July 5, 2023

Things to know, What's Happening

Wenatchee Naturalist course instructor Susan Ballinger has started writing articles about creatures in our area. A very interesting read about our local Thatching Ants can be found here on the Wenatchee Natural... Read More...

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