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Saving Trails
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 ...
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Family Skiing Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank
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 ...
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Dressing for Winter Running
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 ...
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Eating Carbohydrates and Other Dirty Secrets
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, ...
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In-Town Ideas for Staying Active This Winter
Every Sunday morning without fail, a hodgepodge of experienced players and newbies gathers to play Ultimate Frisbee at Wentel Grant Park in Vinegar Flats. Neither ...
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The Russula
A couple thousand species of mushroom inhabit our region, quickly perplexing the budding enthusiast. Most people give up once familiar with chanterelles, morels, and shaggy ...
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Finding a Bike on Craigslist
The weird world of Craigslist holds a ton of potential for finding a great bike on a budget — but buyer beware: Your seller probably ...
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Snow Peak Cabin: Colville National Forest
When choosing a fall hike, my biggest considerations are always seeing the best fall colors and finding safe trailhead access in case of changing weather ...
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The Family Car: A Conduit for Adventure
Perhaps it was during a relentless rainstorm at Mount Rainier National Park while sitting in the backseat of my Subaru Outback with my son, when ...
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