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Downtown Wenatchee by Bicycle

September 13, 2023

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 safest routes for cycling to downtown Wenatchee. Charles is not only... Read More...

Beginner’s Guide to Foraging

September 6, 2023

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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 started on safely eating food from the... Read More...

The Squat

September 4, 2023

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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, and all... Read More...

Field Repairs 202

September 1, 2023

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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 but cures into... Read More...

Rabbitbrush – A Bush Rabbits Don’t Eat

August 30, 2023

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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 shrivelled and gone to seed.... Read More...

Five Reasons to Try Rowing

August 25, 2023

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Five Reasons to Try Rowing By Dana Kerr In my experience, no other sport combines power, mindfulness, unity, and serenity quite like rowing. Whether you’re an avid paddler or a curious novice, consider learning to row this summer with the... Read More...

Drinking a Pine so Divine

August 23, 2023

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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 Norfolk Island pine. These plants contain toxins... Read More...

Backcountry Pharmacy

August 16, 2023

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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 recommendations are not the final word but the starting... Read More...

Canister Stove Tricks

August 14, 2023

Gear Things to know

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 needling question of how... Read More...

Snake Identification and Snake Myths

August 11, 2023

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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 Staff Lisa Robinson sent us some... Read More...

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