By Olivia Dugenet Cover photo courtesy of Olivia Dugenet I was backpacking alone because I had desperately needed a break from my everyday life. I was in the Lewis range of the Montana Rockies, in summer, and I had been rationing a low water supply for a couple of miles. There were no streams at […]
What Winter Camping Gear Do You Need? By Holly Weiler Cover photo courtesy of Holly Weiler Outdoor enthusiasts know that there is no bad weather, only inappropriate gear and clothing. There is no need to put away the camping supplies just because it’s below freezing and there’s a little snow on the ground! That choice
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If you are a mountain biker, hiker, skier, climber, road biker, whitewater boater, snowmobiler, off-roader, or do just about any other outdoor activity in the backcountry or travel on back roads in the Inland Northwest, you should already have a Life Flight Network membership. This emergency air transportation service is offered to members in Washington,
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By Adam Gebauer Twenty-plus years ago, I was a seasonal wildlife biologist, conducting surveys to threatened species in proposed timber harvest units. Many national forest districts rely on seasonal staff, as I was, to conduct fish and cultural resource surveys, mend fences and maintain the vast road networks that wind to some of our favorite places.
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Cover photo courtesy of Biolite A cool, techy alternative to an old-fashioned candle, the solar-powered LED Luci Candle glows and flickers like a real candle for up to 18 hours on a full charge. As light as a titanium cook pot with a blow-up design that makes it flat and highly packable when deflated, it’s
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By Duane Ramsey Photos Courtesy of Climb for the Cure Some challenges in life, we choose. Others choose us. Cycling has always been a test of endurance—grit, determination, and a relentless push forward, even when the climb feels impossible. But no ride, no race, no grueling ascent could prepare our family for the battle my
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great outdoors expo exhibitor spotlight The Spokane Mountaineers is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to the outdoors through education and conservation. Spokane Mountaineers Courses and Schools Ice Climbing Seminar: Beginner and intermediate tracks Mountain School: Mountaineering, 14-week course Backcountry Skiing 101: Beginner course, free for members Backcountry Ski School: 12-week intermediate course for ski and
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Cover photo by Phil Best (courtesy of Whitewater Ski Resort) This four-day celebration of alpine and backcountry ski and snowboard culture in the Kootenays takes place both on the slopes at Whitewater Ski Resort and in nearby Nelson, BC. Participants can take part in clinics, competitions, gear demos, and arts, cultural and social gatherings, like
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Cover photo courtesy Erica Aamodt By Amy McCaffree Furry, four-legged Silver Mountain ski patrol members always arrive for duty excited for the day ahead. Loki and Roger, Silver’s first two certified avalanche rescue dogs, work a set schedule on the mountain, along with their patrol handlers. With days off for mental and physical rest, Loki’s
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Photo courtesy of Nivis The boutique skiwear company Nivis makes limited runs of high-performing outerwear with a focus on mobility, comfort, and exceptional waterproof construction. Nivis recently launched two new jackets the company hails as “ground breaking,” one of which is the Protego Pro Shell that I got the chance to try out. While an
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