If you have been contemplating a fall or winter trip up to British Columbia, do it! As of September 2015, the currency exchange rate is around 30% in favor of the U.S. dollar, and it’s been that way for a while. The potential savings for U.S. travelers is huge and not likely to last forever. […]
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This Booty has been found! Congratulations to the winners! Play the OTM Backcountry Booty scavenger hunt contest and you get to explore different trails around the region and possibly win gift certificates for cool outdoor gear and other prizes. Here’s how it works: 1. We hide a booty certificate, that’s good for whatever prizes are
Backcountry Booty: Nelson, B.C. Getaway Package! (Hidden: 10.23.15; Found: 11.5.15) Read More »
There’s no shortage of options when it comes to planning out a summer full of adventure here in the Inland Northwest. With recommendations for families, casual adventurers, and those in search of more hardcore challenges to push their limits, there’s a trip and a place in here for anyone who loves the outdoors. Visit someplace
Winter is the perfect time to take in the town of Nelson, B.C., and the boundless outdoor offerings of the Selkirk Mountains. The Whitewater Ski and Winter Resort is 20 minutes south of Nelson, opening for the season in early December. The vertical drop and lift ticket prices are comparable to Schweitzer, but Whitewater has
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The atmosphere is more open than a Zen monastery but less so than a resort or spa. Located just five hours to the north in British Columbia, the Ashram Yasodhara offers a reflective getaway to individuals of all spiritual traditions. Whether participating in daily yoga classes, attending sacred dance courses or participating in satsangs (communal
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I didn’t start for sports-but for my back, but when I started crosscountry skiing again I noticed a big difference in my body. – Claudia The Big Eraser-gets rid of moods, fatigue. I have had more energy for hiking and bicycling and I am more in tune physically-a good core for any physical activity. –
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The Grey Ghost Pursuit is returning for its second year on Sept. 27–28, offering gravel riders two days of exploring the rugged backroads linking Christina Lake, Castlegar, and Rossland, B.C. Riders can choose between two fully-supported routes: the “Dig Deep” course—140 kilometers each day with nearly 3,000 meters of climbing Saturday and another 2,110 meters
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Why Ainsworth Hot Springs is the perfect hikers’ base camp Cover photo courtesy of Kari Medig There’s nothing quite like sliding into naturally heated mineral waters after a day out on the trail. At Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort north of Nelson, B.C., there are so many hiking options nearby that it makes an ideal destination
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Cover photo courtesy of Carol Corbin Explore these summer outdoor music festivals in the Pacific Northwest that you can bikepack to and camp at—or drive and bring your bike for day rides between music sets. For gear and route planning tips, visit Bikepacking.com, a top resource for adventure cyclists. Kettle River Music Festival – Curlew,
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Cover photo courtesy of Rise of Telemark Rise of Telemark Events (Various resorts in the Cascades): All season long. A few hours east of the greater Spokane area, tele skiers can participate in a variety of telemark events, including clinics, demos, and social gatherings sponsored by Rise of Telemark. Details at Riseoftele.com/pages/events Wenatchee Telemark Festival
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