Minimalism…and the Lessons of Aasgard by Andy Dappen I’m jealous. Watching the many trail runners passing my wife and me in the Enchantment Lakes Basin, I envy their tiny loads and their ease of travel. Being a trail runner before...Read More...
Editors Note: We have partnered with the Wenatchee Racquet and Athletic Club to hold a series of articles highlighted by their staff. Below is a nutrition-based article for endurance athletes by W.R.A.C. Dietician, Trainer and Instructor Tammi. By Tammi Flynn,...Read More...
From Road to Dirt – Making the Transition to Trail Running by Adam Vognild I was recently asked when I first started trail running. It made me pause and think back to what nudged me from pavement to dirt. I...Read More...
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...
