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...
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...
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...
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...
Trial by Fire by Andy Dappen When my house nearly burned during the wildfires of 2015, crisis taught me a lot about the outdoor products I valued most. As the fire approached, my wife and I grabbed our most important...Read More...
Paddle and Pedal by Andy Dappen Sometimes my brother can be profoundly stupid. Years ago, for example, as we neared the end of a downriver canoe trip, he commented, “We need to invent a canoe that transforms into a bicycle...Read More...
Summer sun can see local climbers sizzling like fried eggs on the granite slabs. However, just because the mercury’s climbing, it doesn’t mean you can’t, especially if you’re smart about seeking out shady routes. Charlie Hickenbottom sent us this beta...Read More...
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 thick rain. I fear the erosion, the muddy...Read More...
by Andy Dappen Awhile back I listened to Maureen Boswell, a registered dietician and a health-fitness instructor, talk to Wenatchee High School athletes about sports nutrition. Maureen has written articles for Wenatchee Outdoors in the past and on this evening...Read More...
Wenatchee Naturalist course instructor Susan Ballinger has started writing articles about creatures in our area. A very interesting read about our local Thatching Ants can be found here on the Wenatchee Naturalist website. Why do Thatching Ants build those mounds...Read More...
