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Wildflowers of the Shrub Steppe

April 19, 2019

Carey's Balsamroot. by Sarah Shaffer Last weekend I went for a jaunt out to Ancient Lakes with my family. Once meandering down the Ancient Lakes trail, I was surprised and entranced to see colors of wildfl... Read More...

The Local or the Smartphone?

April 17, 2019

Adventure, Things to know, What's Happening

The Local or the Smartphone? by Jim Phillips I parked my 1953 Willys Jeep at the trailhead several miles up from my house. It was a typical Leavenworth July morning, sunny and getting warmer. The ... Read More...

The Neurological Rewards of Runout

April 15, 2019

Things to know

The Neurological Rewards of Runout by Mark Shaffer Mark Shaffer getting ready to clip the next bolt on a stiff route. As your legs start to shake and your forearms ache, you glance nervously at your ... Read More...

Nonprofit Agency Highlight-Join the Rebolt!

March 8, 2019

Things to know, What's Happening

Editors Note: Calling all Washington State rock climbers! This is a project worth paying attention to for your safety and for the safety of other climbers in Washington State. All information in this article al... Read More...

The Kula Cloth!

February 22, 2019

Gear, Things to know, What's Happening

Have you ever wondered how to "leave no trace" when it comes to peeing in the woods? If you are a woman who enjoys time outside miles from the nearest porta-potty, this question could be one worth pondering. Fo... Read More...

Dream Homes for Outdoor Folks

December 17, 2018

Gear, Things to know

by Molly Steere What every outdoorsman needs--a place to store everything. It might as well keep your climbing technique honed, too. When buying new gear, from skis and kayaks to tents and clothing, t... Read More...

Climbing Chatter Low-Down

December 7, 2018

Things to know, What's Happening

The Climbing Chatter Low-Down Editors Note: Did you know WenatcheeOutdoors.org hosts it's very own climbing chatter group? Did you know that their are over 130 people on the chatter. Below is some great beta (... Read More...

Winter Climb: North Buttress Couloir

November 12, 2018

Guidebook

Editors Note: Although this post is a bit dated (2015), we thought it may excite you for this winter's arrival. Well written and a good adventure story, this read may inspire some winter tick list ideas for y... Read More...

Outdoor Gear Needed for Wenatchee High School Students

August 27, 2018

Gear, Things to know, What's Happening

Wenatchee High School is soon to offer an Outdoor Recreation Fitness class and they could use our community’s help in supplying the class with gear for outdoor adventures. Do you have outdoor gear gathering dus... Read More...

Speed on Snow Creek

July 9, 2018

Adventure, Things to know, What's Happening

Speed on Snow Creek by Jacob Leonard A friend of mine (John Plotz) did Outer Space after work one day with another friend (Vern Nelson), completing RPM (RPM is the name of the route) and Outerspace (also the ... Read More...

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