By Sarah Hauge If you’re a runner, you’ve certainly heard the refrain of the doubters. There’s one thing they are absolutely certain will happen to you: “You’ll destroy your knees.” This is just one of the pervasive myths about running, and there are many others we tell ourselves. As with other lore, there’s often a […]
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https://outthereoutdoors.com/skiing-in-the-andes-portillo-patagonia/ Hurlen Patano and McBurney used a travel planning service called Kimkim, which set them up with in-country travel agents that are vetted and use Kimkim’s platform for communication. It fit their budget, which wasn’t extreme, and took all the stress out of trip planning in a foreign country. The travel agency planned all the
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By Lisa Laughlin Cover photo courtesy of Susan McBurney As the closing day of ski season at Mount Bachelor neared in May of 2024, ski friends Rebecca Hurlen Patano and Susan McBurney booked their rooms for Ski Portillo, an iconic resort in Chile. The goal: get on skis during summer and experience legendary terrain in
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By Crystal Atamian Cover photo courtesy of Lara Gricar My 900-square-foot garden has been generating fruit, vegetables and an insane amount of weeds for 15 years. When it comes to preserving that bounty, I like to get creative. Especially in the fall. My favorite companion on this adventure has been a book: Not Your Mama’s
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Photo by Aaron Theisen and Courtesy of Evergreen East Eastoberfest returns to Spokane this fall with a full day of racing and community celebration on the mountain bike trails around Beacon Hill. Hosted by Evergreen East, the 2025 event takes place Sunday, Oct. 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Minnehaha Park. This multi-stage
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Family-friendly hikes from creekside strolls to alpine summits Cover photo by Kari Medig and courtesy of Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism The mountains are calling, and I must go. But with a family? You bet. Whether you’ve got tots or teens, the Nelson and Kootenay Lake region has a hiking trail for you. Located naturally off
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Cover photo courtesy of Captain Rob When you live a few hundred miles from the ocean, it’s smart to track the source of your seafood. When the vendor is at your local farmers’ market and goes by the name “Captain Rob,” you’re probably on the right track. Rob Davis is quick to tell you why
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Cover photo courtesy of Alex B. Clark By Rachel Toor The aging train goes in one direction. We all know that. Still, most of us—especially those who pride ourselves on physical prowess—are like Cleopatra: queens of denial. Nothing makes you look old like saying you’re old. That’s why I’m excited to be doing a new
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Photos by Bridget Mayfield, courtesy of Turnbull NWR Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge is inviting community members to get their hands dirty and make a lasting difference this fall. On Saturday, October 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., volunteers will gather at the refuge for its annual community-supported restoration event. The day is timed to
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