By Holly Weiler Wilderness first aid is a term that applies to any injury that happens more than an hour from advanced medical care, so even a short outing from a local trailhead could result in an injury that falls under this definition. A small first aid kit can be a crucial piece of gear […]
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By Amy McCaffree Cover photo courtesy of Amy McCaffree Most kids really don’t mind how cold the weather is as long as they’re staying dry and warm enough—and they should be able to withstand at least 30 minutes of outdoor activity when dressed appropriately for winter. But there are still a few tricks to creating
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By Brad Northrup Cover photo courtesy of Mt. Spokane As a domesticated middle-aged dude, I have way more responsibilities than I would care to, so I only get to go skiing on Sundays. And since that is my one and only day on the hill, I don’t really put much effort into checking the conditions prior
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It’s never too late no matter how old you are and there’s no better time than now to learn to ski or snowboard. Two of our writers went out on their own paths this season in pursuit of doing just that, and, in the process, gained insight and experience into the cult of snow-sliding fanatics.
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Kids can learn faster from instructors and moms and dads get some free time! Cover photo courtesy Bri Loveall I’ve got to be honest: I’ve been dreading teaching my kids to ski. I never seem to make it to a ski swap in time to secure good deals on gear, and, with three kids at
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Gift giving tips and local gift ideas to make the holidays more magical. By Shallan Knowles What makes the perfect gift? Let me tell you, it doesn’t have to be big or expensive, but it will take a little work to make the magic happen. A meaningful gift will hopefully do one of a few
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Cover photo courtesy Shallan Knowles Tips to Source Gear and Stay Warm on the Slopes You don’t have to take out a second mortgage to get kids prepared with the right skiing or snowboarding gear. Here are some tips on what you need to stay warm and dry and how you can find many apparel
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Local shops’ favorite picks for the coming ski and snowboard season By Brad Naccarato With a ton of La Niña optimism surrounding the upcoming 2024-25 season, folks are already chomping at the bit to gear up for what could be an epic winter in the mountains. With so many great shops in our region, offering
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Cover photo by Deb Korzen courtesy of Turnbull NWR The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service needs volunteers to assist with its annual community-supported restoration effort this fall at Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge, happening Oct. 5 from 9 a.m. through 1 p.m. The event lines up with National Wildlife Refuge Week, which is the largest single-day
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