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B.C. and Washington governments, tribes, businesses continue to oppose mining in headwaters of Skagit River Story by Ian Haupt Photos courtesy of the Wilderness Committee T hose in the Swinomish …

A one-person outdoor education program Story by Ian Haupt R ubbing two sticks together. Put so simply, it sounds trivial. Yet it was necessary for all that’s come after: The moon landing, TikTok, …

Meg and husband Brad in their bookstore, Kingfisher, in Coupeville interacting with customers. By Meg Olson I t’s time to take our meals outside. Whether you’re pitching a tent, hitting the road, …

Courtesy photo By Elizabeth Kimberly H ere in Bellingham, many of us seek the flow state. You know it: That sensation where you’re fully immersed in the moment, sea salt breeze in your face, cosmos …

Shirley Schmidt and husband Jesse stoking the fire at Graham’s Historical Restaurant.[/caption] Restaurants in Glacier have adapted to pandemic-life Aaron Horwitz at The Heliotrope Cafe. Whether …

Story by Andrew Grubb T hose of us who live in the steep valleys of the North Cascades are aware of the difficulties of short days, torrential rain and cold nights. Few are as deeply cognizant of …

Tenacious Tape, now available in animal shapes, is one of Gear Aid's best known products. Photo courtesy of Gear Aid. By Oliver Lazenby For people who use Gear Aid products, Pat Kennedy’s first …

World paddling film festival The Paddling Film Festival World Tour is coming to Bellingham for the second year in a row, bringing about 25 films to Bellingham Technical College on April 3. Doors open …

Shirley Schmidt, new owner of Graham's Historical Restaurant, at 9989 Mt. Baker Highway. By Oliver Lazenby Shirley Schmidt started cooking at Graham’s Restaurant, at 9989 Mount Baker Highway in …

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By Jacqueline Thompson Autumn has come and gone, along with the season’s plentiful harvest. As the deep chill of winter sets into the bones of the landscape, plants send their energy stores down …

Story and photos by Brad Andrew Opening day at Mt. Baker Ski Area – the day when snow-lovers rejoice and reunite – happens annually. Exactly when, no one knows, and that is why it is so …

Skis at Chris Gerston's shop, Backcountry Essentials, in Bellingham. By Chris Gerston In the Pacific Northwest, and definitely in Bellingham, we seem to like our beers hoppy, our snow plentiful and …

Illustration by Doug De Visser. By Oliver Lazenby K acie Cleveland, owner of Kulshan CrossFit gym in Bellingham, holds the record for the fastest trip across America on inline skates. That’s a …

Jen Henson and Drew Schwehr, new owners of the Wake ‘N Bakery.[/caption] By Oliver Lazenby A fter 15 years in business – growing from a coffee cart with baked goods on the porch of the Glacier …

By Luca Williams I n the time I’ve known my husband, he’s only ever gone backpacking, reluctantly, with our oldest son or myself. When I plan a trip, he rolls his eyes at my love of walking for …

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The Runaway Mine Train 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 probably doesn't …

By Katie Griffith A hiker on the north side of Mt. Baker. Photo by Jefferson Morriss. A s the snow melts on Mt. Baker, hikers, climbers and campers head to the hills. Roads clear of debris, trails …