By Chris Maccini If you’re looking for Dan Wilson on a Wednesday evening, there’s a good chance you’ll find him outside, atop a bicycle, no matter the season. Wilson keeps a standing date with his mountain biking buddies: Wednesdays at 6 p.m., regardless of the weather. As winter approaches and the days grow shorter and […]
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Free Outdoor Entertainment Do you have the skills to build the fastest outhouse on skis? Don’t miss Republic, Washington’s Winterfest on Jan. 13, where the fun ranges from racing outhouses down main street to cheering on the fastest pups in a keg pull! Find Republic Winterfest on Facebook for the full event schedule. The Ferry
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Be a part of local ski culture at these mid-winter events Sponsored by Ski the Northwest Rockies Association Jan 11: Jackass Day at Silver Mountain This annual tradition celebrates Silver’s roots. Participants are encouraged to break out vintage ski gear while they enjoy retro-priced $20 lift tickets (limited availability, reserve in advance). Jan 20: Wintersportsfest
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Load up the boards and fat bike for a mountain-town tour on British Columbia’s West Koot Route This post is sponsored by these West Koot Route Partners The West Koot Route connects over a dozen communities in the West Kootenay Region of southeast British Columbia just a few hours north of Spokane. The towns and
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The City of Castlegar in British Columbia is a storied wintertime destination with great snow for skiing and warm sunshine for fishing. Sponsored by Destination Castlegar By Vince Hempsall Nestled in the Selkirk Mountains of British Columbia, an easy three-hour drive north of Spokane, Wash., the city of Castlegar is a fairytale destination in the
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Sponsored by the Ski the Northwest Rockies Association If you plan to ski or snowboard more than a couple of times this season, then buying a season pass at the discount fall season pass sale prices will save you plenty of cash. A season pass gives you the freedom to go up to the mountain
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Sponsored by Ski the Northwest Rockies, Silver Mountain Resort, Lookout Pass, Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park, and 49 Degrees North Fall Season Pass Sale Deadlines & Bonus Benefits If you plan to ski or snowboard more than a couple of times this season, then buying a season pass at the discount fall season pass
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Outdoorsy Events Let Your Voice Be Heard! The Blue Mountains region, consisting of the Umatilla, Wallowa-Whitman, and Malheur National Forests, is currently undergoing a revision of its existing Forest Plan. A series of public meetings is planned throughout September and October, including an online Zoom meeting option on October 10. Join any of these and
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Cheap Entertainment Fundraisers & Events Conservation & Stewardship News and Opportunities Holly Weiler is a long-time contributor to Out There Outdoors and writes The Trailhead column for each issue. You can find all of her hike recommendations at Outthereoutdoors.com.
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If you’ve been missing runs or rides with other humans this past year, things are looking up for 2021. While many races, fun runs, and rides are still only offering virtual events (that can still be completed with your own friends or family), there are quite a few live events with some level of COVID safety mitigation planned this year. Sign up for one or more and get outside, be safe, and run, walk, and ride together!
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