It is that time of year to earn your turns and get ready for your backcountry ski and splitboard pursuits. Whether you are planning a multiday epic hut trip in B.C. or just like to get some cardio before work, slapping on your climbing skins and heading to the local ski hill is great exercise. […]
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Even the most holidays-hardened, Christmas-season cynics among us usually have at least one tradition that stirs up sentimental spirits. Our awareness of these significant rituals—handed down through generations or created anew—are what can make the holiday season magical even if other things about the impending yuletide bum you out. For me, the smell of cold
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With silent, moonlit nights, sparkly snow crystals, snowflakes that stick to your nose and eyelashes, nature’s beauty inspires wonder, awe, surprise, delight, nostalgia, and love. During this month’s countdown to the holidays, take time to experience both little and spectacular moments of winter magic. Here are some ideas to inspire you. Partake in the famous
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Parenting and coordinating a busy family schedule can feel more hectic during the holiday season. From music concerts to family gatherings to out-of-town travel plans, it takes intentional effort to not let this season of good cheer be overrun by stress and shopping. Remember this: Kids treasure best what we do with them and the
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Opening days and 2018 events at local ski areas We’ve had a few flurries, and the mountains are getting ready for full-swing ski and snowboard season! A few of your favorite local resorts are already open, or opening soon, and have plenty of festive events coming up this month. Check out these local opening days
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With the exchange rate heavily in Americans’ favor, this winter is a great time for a trip to southeastern British Columbia. From December to March, you’ll find a wide variety of resort and mountain town events and activities among wine country and champagne powder. Big Reds at Big White (Dec 8 @ Big White
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2018 Dishman Hills Winter Hiking Schedule Join members of the Dishman Hills Conservancy on free hikes around our beautiful, local terrain! With a group, it’s a great way to get out and about no matter the weather. Take time to ramble. Register for these free events ahead of time at dishmanhills.org/events. Note: Hikes will be
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The Fletcher ski family–led by Poppy and Grammy, Seth and Gloria–includes three generations of skiers at Mt. Spokane.
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Winter is around the corner, and we’ve asked some of our favorite local shops for their favorite new gear recommendations from base layers to brand new boards. Spokane Alpine Haus Shift bindings are a new product, changing the way we ski. They “transform a downhill, locked-in binding into a touring binding. They’ve never really been
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Lookout Pass Ski & Recreation Area Location: Mullan, ID (Bitterroot Mountains) Summit: 5,650’ Base: 4,500’ Terrain: 540 skiable acres/4 lifts/34 runs/2 terrain parks Tickets: $34-49 Lodge: Historic lodge straddling the Idaho/Montana border is the second oldest lodge in the Northwest. What’s New: Lookout’s Phase 1 expansion was approved in 2017, and work started last fall
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