MBE Articles
Postcard from Brandywine Mountain, in a sea of peaks ...
Story and photos by Hannah Singleton
In the southwestern corner of British Columbia, lost in the Coast Range, lays a blocky, granite summit: Brandywine Mountain....
Mental prep for your big race
By Sneha Patel, doctor of osteopathic medicine
PeaceHealth is the title sponsor of the Bellingham Bay Marathon, which takes place on September 29, so we’re focusing our...
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...
Bula! A Fijian welcome
Story and photos by Pat Grubb
When it comes to island nations, with just around 300 islands, Fiji is low on the list. The country...
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....
Jacob’s Ladder: A first known ascent on Mt. Prophet
Story and photos by Jason Griffith
I’m just drifting off to sleep when I hear it, far down the Big Beaver Valley … Thud.
The wind...
Mt. Baker Slush Cup: The pond skim emulated around the world
By Oliver Lazenby
Historic photos courtesy of Marshall Lockman
Deep, wet snow, steep terrain and pond skimming: A few years after the first ski lift came...
Solo Adventuring: Experience the joy of going it alone
By Jenny Schmidt
A few years ago, faced with a complicated and emotional decision, I knew I needed some solo time. I loaded my bicycle on...
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...
