An OTM contributor recently informed me (only half seriously, I think) that he didn’t appreciate coverage we gave to a few of his favorite trails via articles in our September issue. More attention to once lesser-known places, the argument goes, means more people on the trails, fewer parking spots at trailheads and increased impacts on […]
49 Degrees North Change is coming to 49 Degrees North. In fact, it is already underway. If you made it up to the mountain last season, you likely noticed the improved road leading to the bottom of the Sunrise Basin quad, and the new deck and yurts located there as well, offering food, beverages, and
Dollars add up quickly when taking multiple, always-growing children to the mountain year after year to go alpine skiing or snowboarding. While it’s not as cheap as some other outdoor activities, there are ways to save money and rein in costs. With strategic and careful planning, including taking advantage of the below opportunities, families can
Family Skiing Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank Read More »
I was sitting at my desk this summer, sipping ice cold Coronas, when something happened that made me realize what this winter could possibly bring. It rained in August. And not just a few sprinkles that evaporated the second they hit the ground, but a full-on downpour so strong it soaked the lawn, washed my
Winter Weather Predictions: Crossing Our Fingers for La Nina Read More »
Feel that winter chill in the air? Like many, I run on trails year-round, and I adjust my clothing and gear with the weather. Some people like to wear slip-on gadgets for their running shoes, or clothing with the latest and greatest material. I have tried several types of clothing, running shoes, traction devices, screws
Dressing for Winter Running Read More »
It was some time ago that the world was exposed to the evils of carbohydrates. Unbeknownst to those of us living on low-fat, high-pasta diets, we had misplaced our fear in the wrong macronutrient. With the quality of “scientific journalism” you find in The Huffington Post and your Facebook feed, it’s easy to be led
Eating Carbohydrates and Other Dirty Secrets Read More »
If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, you care about the Spokane River, and if you’re an Inland NW resident, you also care about the area’s valuable aquifer – Spokane’s drinking water source. Human impacts on these natural resources come in many forms, and each of us can’t help but be a part of one impact in
Your River, Your Aquifer: Protection through Water Reclamation Read More »
Play the OTM Backcountry Booty treasure 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 along with a few rules you need to follow to play: We hide a booty certificate, that’s good for whatever prizes
Backcountry Booty: ENO Hammock Package (Hidden 10.19.16; Found 10.28.16) Read More »
The annual ski and snowboard season kickoff party at Perry Street Brewing in Spokane’s Perry District Thursday, November 10 may be the most fun you’ll have all winter without your boards on. Enjoy beer specials, classic ski films, prizes for the best retro ski attire, raffle drawings for great prizes, ski industry booths and swag,
3rd Annual Pray for Snow Party at Perry Street Brewing (Nov. 10) Read More »
