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Kacie Cleveland on mental endurance, perspective and skating across America
By Oliver Lazenby
Kacie Cleveland, owner of Kulshan CrossFit gym in Bellingham, holds the record for the fastest trip across America on inline skates. That’s...
Unwind the effects of hiking with a heavy pack
By Luca Williams
In the time I’ve known my husband, he’s only ever gone backpacking, reluctantly, with our oldest son or myself. When I...
Good stuff guide
By Pat Grubb
Lifaloft Insulated Flannel Shirt Jacket
The classic flannel shirt, only better. Lightweight Lifaloft keeps you warmer longer. $160. Hellyhansen.com
Grayl geopress purifiet
Fill, press, drink....
A different kind of adventure at Cultus Lake Adventure Park
A family theme park might not jump to mind when you think of adventure, but Cultus Lake Adventure Park makes a strong case. It...
Women’s Work: Making a living on the mountain
By Katie Griffith
As the snow melts on Mt. Baker, hikers, climbers and campers head to the hills. Roads clear of debris, trails dry and...
Evil Bikes’ New Headquarters: A slice of MTB heaven
A Q&A with Kevin Walsh by Benjamin Whitney
The red hot brand Evil Bikes is known for defying tradition when it comes to developing mountain...
Mt. Baker Delivery can save your weekend
While Glacier has bars, restaurants, coffee shops and convenience stores, some things aren’t available without a two-hour round trip to Bellingham. To save visitors...
Vamos Outdoors Project: A creative approach to immersive language learning
By Benjamin Whitney
When the nonprofit Whatcom Day Academy closed its doors in 2015, Andy Basabe, a language and environmental education teacher at the school,...
Gear Guide
Helly Hansen
Powderqueen 2.0 Jacket
Waterproof, windproof and breathable, this PrimaLoft insulated, longer cut woman’s jacket will keep you warm while its relaxed free ride fit...
Treelines Northwest: Local clothing brand supports trail work
Stories and photos by Brad Andrew
Mountain bike trails don’t just fall from the sky and land in the forest for all to enjoy. Whether...