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 with children. Unlike women who...Read More...
by Marie DeJournette Things didn’t go as planned. Things didn’t even go according to my modified plans. Basically, things were whack! But considering that I missed out on a substantial block of training due to work, had to maneuver around...Read More...
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 escape reaction takes over that may...Read More...
Superhero Tape by Andy Dappen Duct tape has dozens of uses to fix or fortify equipment in the field. And yet there are times when you need something better – a duct tape with super powers. Enter Tenacious Tape, the...Read More...
Night of the Inferno by Andy Dappen Photos by Mike Rolfs and Heather Dappen The Sleepy Hollow Fire started Sunday afternoon (June 28). Wind propelled the fire east and south toward Wenatchee where it destroyed 30 homes and several businesses...Read More...
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 practices have been agreed upon by such organizations as Evergreen Mountain...Read More...
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 be bad for one’s health and one’s happiness. Now evidence indicates that working too much is also...Read More...
Summer’s Last Taste of Whitewater on the Tieton River By Ariahna Jones When all of the other Cascade rivers have run dry, the Tieton River recharges due to the much anticipated annual dam release at the Rimrock Lake Reservoir just...Read More...
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 throughout...Read More...
By Kathleen Hannah The conversation I had with the employee at Lake Wenatchee State Campgrounds went something like this: Me: Hello! I would like to camp out tonight. Is there any space available? Employee (laughing audibly): There’s no one here...Read More...
