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New Years Day 2013 Polar Bear Swims
For those who like a brisk start to the new year, there are a host of Polar Bear Swims at a variety of locations around the Northwest.
Interview With Freeskier Rebecca Selig
Rebecca Selig just might be the poster girl for change, which is the Outdoor Industry Women’s Coalition (OIWC) theme for 2013. She’s led a life of incredible change and empowerment.
Winter Gear Review
We checked out some great winter outdoor gear including skis, snowboards, boots, clothing, avalanche bags and more!
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December 6, 2012 Buzz: Outdoors News Shorts
Gift idea: Discover Pass There’s good news for Washington residents who are thinking about purchasing a Discover Pass as a holiday gift for their outdoor-loving family and friends. Now, people who purchase the pass online will have the option of choosing the start date of the annual pass. At the time of purchase, the buyer [...]
Raising Avalanche Awareness in the Pacific Northwest
What started as a typical backcountry day for Bend, Ore. locals John Menefee and Greg Miller turned into an unforgettably close call.
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Jingle Bell Run Port Orchard Photos
Outdoors NW cheered on 1,500 runners and walkers who jingled their way through the second annual Port Orchard Jingle Bell Run for the Arthritis Foundation on Dec. 1. Check to see if you’re in our photo gallery, photographed by publisher Carolyn Price. Want more jingle? Plan to run or walk in an upcoming Jingle Bell [...]
NW SnowSports: Ski Joring
At some point in history, some adventurous Scandinavian said, “Hey I love skiing and I love horses. How can I get these things together?” Lo, equestrian ski joring was born.
NW SnowSports: Expert Boot Fitting Tips
Kyle Fisher knows ski boots. Born and raised in Seattle’s Sunset Hill neighborhood, Fisher grew up in his dad’s ski and bike shop, Alpine Hut. He started selling boots when he was 15 and fitting boots soon after that.
NW SnowSports: What’s new at the Northwest ski areas?
Northwest skiers and boarders, get ready! The weather service predicts a bonanza snowfall again this winter. Check out what’s new at ski areas in western Canada and the five Northwest states.
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Northwest SnowSports Travel: Alyeska
Last February, our family headed to the 49th state to enjoy some downhill, Nordic and the Fur Rondy festivities Anchorage, Alaska is known for. Our flight left Seattle at 8 a.m. and just after lunch that day, we unloaded off Chair 6 at Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska, 40 miles south of Anchorage.
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