Mountain as metaphor; snow as symbol. Reading good literature for après ski relaxation or while nestled at home on a long winter night is a healthy indulgence. It forces you to slow down, consider imagery. Five local writers, whose books are worthy of winter reading, share their recommendations with OTM. Unlike a summer beach book […]
Winter Reading List: Local Writer Recommendations Read More »
“I had no idea what ski racing was!” says Carol Waldenberg, who spent seven years as a ski racing mom, committing substantial money and time to support her two daughters. “I put my daughter in the intro class and had no idea what the steps to racing were. If I could go back and do
My Life as a Ski Racing Mom Read More »
Snowshoeing has existed for a long time as a means for humans to get around in snow country, either out of necessity or for recreation, or occasionally both. The idea of snowshoeing for most people generally conjures up images of large wooden and leather snowshoes that are heavy, difficult to handle, and awkward to use.
Western Pleasure Snowshoe Roundup: Feb. 1, Sandpoint, Idaho Read More »
What’s the most important practice when it comes to backcountry safety? In brief, good judgment, which in turn comes from education and experience. Jason Luthy strongly recommends that before you set out on a sidecountry or backcountry jaunt, even if it’s just something like heading out of bounds at your local ski resort, you should
Backcountry Safety: An Interview with Longleaf Wilderness Medicine Owner Jason Luthy Read More »
“It’s a balmy 11 degrees Fahrenheit down in the valley,” Brian tells me over the phone. I’ve been on the mountain skiing in wind chills that would strike fear into the heart of Shackleton, and though I haven’t counted my fingers yet, I’m pretty sure my nose is gone. “I’m coming down,” I tell him
The sidewalks are knee-deep in snow, the sun set hours ago, and evening commuters are sliding in around every icy corner. Yet for a certain athletic population, these near-arctic conditions pose a unique appeal. What is it that keeps Northwest runners from putting away their running gear and hibernating all winter? When it’s cold, dark,
Motivation Behind the Madness: Local Runners Share Winter Running Secrets Read More »
Should the rustic Ben Burr Trail in East Central Spokane be widened and paved as part of a larger, federally-funded project intended to improve cycling and walking access? The City of Spokane will be accepting public comment on the proposed Ben Burr Trail project until Friday, January 24. Learn more and submit your comments via
Locking Horns: Ben Burr Trail Read More »
Back when I was going through college on the 8 year plan, I paid the bills and satisfied my gear addiction by working as a boot fitter at a couple of local ski shops. After a few years of service in this highly esteemed profession, I came to a few realizations. One, I needed to
Ski Bum Advice: 10 Signs You Need New Ski Boots Read More »
Are you a social skier with a backcountry touring set-up looking for a unique way to get out for a night tour with some added perks in the form of food and drink that doesn’t come in a wrapper or hydration pack? Have you always wanted to try skinning up a mountain in a fun,
Mt. Spokane Ski Touring at Night with Dinner and Drinks this Friday! Read More »
