Education | Wenatchee Outdoors

Sun Mountain & Methow Valley Skiing History

December 16, 2022

Below is an article Charles Hickenbottom wrote about his stay at Sun Mountain Lodge and the surrounding area. Charles is able to link his thoughts of cross country ski trails around Sun Mountain and the Methow ... Read More...

The Big Five (Universal Repair Kit for the Outdoors)

November 28, 2022

Gear, Things to know

The Big Five of backcountry repairs: high-thread-count duct tape, needle and thread, stainless steel bailing wire, 1/4-ounce tube of Seam Grip, and thin nylon cord. The Big Five (Universal Repair Kit for the ... Read More...

East vs. West-Fall Colors

October 17, 2022

Things to know

Contoocook River in New Hamphire (left) vs. the Enchantments. Both are awfully pretty.When it comes to fall colors, the Northeast is considered the country’s Holy Grail. I just returned from those far-off fore... Read More...

The Neurological Rewards of Runout

June 3, 2022

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 you... Read More...

Desmarais Twins: Gear Recommendations

May 13, 2022

Adventure, Gear

Andy Dappen asked the Desmarais twins if they would list what they carry on trail runs. The duo also enjoys picking the brains of other hardcore athletes and included a list of all-star trail-running products t... Read More...

Teaching Others to Succeed at Skiing

January 3, 2022

Things to know

Article written by Les Eddy Les demonstrating the Wedelen "Shortswing" turn. All black and white photos used in this article were taken in the 1950s-1960s at White Pass by Ken Whitmire. Beginnings In... Read More...

Embracing the Cold-Fall Cycling

October 18, 2021

Things to know

Embracing the Cold- Fall Cycling by Kathleen Hannah Cycling in Central Washington is a wonderful form of transportation and exercise during the warm months, but how do you stay motivated to keep riding dur... Read More...

Ski Conditioning

January 15, 2021

Things to know

Although this article is on the older side, this exercise program for ski conditioning still is pertinent. If you haven't started skiing yet this season, get going and follow the workout below to get in shape f... Read More...

Sagebrush of the Foothills

June 12, 2020

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...

Mountain Biking-Tips for Better Riding

June 1, 2020

Things to know

Mountain Biking-Tips for Better Ridingby Matthew Tangeman Whether you’ve mountain biked since the days of the first Specialized Hard Rock or are just beginning to venture off the asphalt, it’s safe to say that... Read More...

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