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Open Air Life should be your first stop to any outdoor adventure. The main goal of this site is to bring the outdoor community together through forums, blogs, the wiki guide, and much more. When planning an afternoon hike to an multi-day trip you will find the features here helpful in gathering all your information from a single source.
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A Choice of Peaks in the Tatoosh Range, Washington
Sunday, 28 June 2009 22:04
Article and Photos By D.L. Wechner
The Tatoosh Range in the Central Washington Cascades lives in the shadow of Mt. Rainier, both figuratively and literally. In the park, approximately 7 miles south of 'big brother' Rainier, the peaks of the Tatoosh are well worth a visit. Most of them can be bagged via hiking routes in the summer, unless a more technical route is chosen. There are two distinct 'areas' of the Tatoosh Range, and while an energetic party can actually summit several of them in a long-day traverse of the Range, I've separated them here based on your approach. You'll need a basic alpine set-up, ax and crampons, a half-rope will suffice for most parties.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 30 June 2009 09:39
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The Golden Way
Wednesday, 24 June 2009 18:54
Ashley McDonald
Despite the smog, forget the traffic, disregard the surly demeanor of the locals, and ignore the over population. There is much more to the outdoor world of Northern California. Known to many as the Bay Area, or, to those industrious individuals, the Silicon Valley, there is much to offer the outdoor community. No activity is more than a stone's throw away. Pick your poison: surf the icy shores of Santa Cruz, hike the numerous trails lacing the Coastal Range from Los Gatos to San Francisco, climb the famous sandstone rock at Castle Rock, or saddle up and hit the open road with your bike; mind the cars.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 24 June 2009 21:40
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Lessons from the Desert: A Beginners Mistake
Thursday, 25 June 2009 16:35
Megan Branham
Camping in Goose Neck State Park, Utah was one of the greatest challenges I have faced in my outdoor experience so far. The climate was excruciating, the soil was soft and the insects and reptiles were plentiful. Alone with a close friend, a first-time camper, we attempted to pitch our tent in the soft soil, start an un-successful fire, and were continuously assaulted by an ever growing windstorm. Our first night turned into a long list of un-pleasant events including, setting up camp in the dark, being utterly and terrifyingly lost, and being bombarded by a tsunami of light seeking insects.
Last Updated on Friday, 26 June 2009 15:48
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The Decision to Climb
Wednesday, 24 June 2009 14:43
Yelena Brachman
Climbing might seem daunting. I know. I teach new climbers to swallow their fears and pull on plastic holds 35 feet above the ground. But these climbers have made it over the hump. They have elbowed their way through the strange and pricey gear. They have decided to step out of their comfort zone, and most importantly they have decided to look past the stereotype. The attitude beaning hipster with a harness is often the most common reason potential climbers either back out of the gym door, or decide to stay grounded while their buddies dance on the rock in front of them. Personal sports are fueled by ego, and climbing has it's fair share.
Last Updated on Thursday, 25 June 2009 22:13
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