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How to Hike With an Older Dog // Backpacker Magazine
Dogs are the best hiking buddies. Let’s count the reasons: They don’t complain, they can carry their own pack, they won’t make you listen to their bad guitar playing around the campfire, and they won’t make you feel guilty for eating the last bar. Inevitably, however, our canine companions will slow down before we do, leaving us to determine the best balance between getting our dogs out to do what they love while also keeping them comfortable and safe. So how do you adjust for the limitations of aging in an old friend? Read the full story...
read moreEpic Season in Mammoth Provides Great Skiing, But Not Without Hardships // TGR
Mammoth Mountain is currently in the midst of a long-awaited revival. This season has met and exceeded all expectations and the local community has been blown away by the insanely deep snowpack. In January alone, the resort received more than 20 feet of snow (246 inches), easily surpassing the snowiest month on record which was previously set at 209 inches in December 2010. Currently the resort is sitting at 416 inches for the season and there are no signs of slowing down. But all this moisture hasn’t come without hardships. Read the...
read more4 Free Family Activities in Mammoth Lakes // OnTheSnow
Much to the delight of skiers on the west coast, Mammoth Mountain is getting pummeled with record-breaking snow this winter. But for families visiting the area, there may be a need to find a few things to do off the slopes after the kids have melted down and the hot chocolate just isn’t cutting it anymore. Check out these other family-friendly activities that are not only fun, but also free! Read the full story here.
read moreChef Bill Glover Raises Awareness of the Columbus Ohio Food Scene // Journeys of Discovery with Tom Wilmer
Columbus, Ohio is tapping into its agricultural roots to form a truly local food system, one in which farmers, chefs, and consumers can all participate. Join NPR Podcast host, Lara Kaylor with Chef Bill Glover of Gallerie Bar & Bistro at the Hilton Columbus Downtown as he leads the charge in bringing his community together to create a more sustainable way of eating. Listen to the podcast on NPR or on KCBX.
read moreThe Mammoth Method // Freeskier Magazine
Last winter, 35-year-old skier and snowcat driver Bernie Rosow hit everything at Mammoth Mountain—literally, everything. At a resort with 3,500 skiable acres and a whopping 13 terrain parks, that’s saying a lot. Read the full story here.
read moreMammoth Lakes’ Top 10 Al Fresco Eats // MountainGetaway.com
Ahh, summer, it’s a great time to get outside whenever and wherever you can. This includes cocktail hour and mealtime, of course. Whether you want to sip sangria while munching on Mexican food at sunset, or enjoy a brew with a spectacular view, dining al fresco in the summertime just can’t be beat. So, grab your flip-flops and your shorts and enjoy these top 10 spots to sip and savor summer in Mammoth Lakes. Read the full story here.
read moreRite of Passage // Expedition Portal
It started with an ending. Last month my husband, Darin, and I found ourselves on Porcupine Rim in Moab, Utah, finishing a mountain bike ride I had started last fall during a bikepacking trip from Durango, Colo. On the last day of the trip you are suppose to ride the Whole Enchilada, which ends with 13 miles of Porcupine Rim (the complete route is 32 miles). Due to several different circumstances our group had opted to ride out on Sand Flats Road, a less technical fire road. Even though it was the safer thing to do that day, I felt defeated....
read moreTravels with Mountain Bikes – Preparation
“When the virus of restlessness begins to take possession of a wayward man, and the road away from Here seems broad and straight and sweet, the victim must find himself good and sufficient reason for going.” -John Steinbeck, Travels with Charley Our reason is mountain biking, and much like Steinbeck as he set out in search of America in 1960, we’ll be searching for great mountain bike trails and the people and communities that support them. With less than three weeks until our departure date, our lives are buzzing with...
read moreBlazing the Coffee Trail // Fresh Cup Magazine
Football. Columbus, Ohio, is definitely known for football at the Ohio State University. Jack Hanna and the Columbus Zoo, those are two other things Columbus is known for. White Castle headquarters, yes. A specialty coffee scene? Well, who knew? “Everyone comes to Columbus for football and White Castle,” says John Justice, director of operations at Café Brioso. “We’re shifting focus to something else we do well: coffee.” Read the full story here.
read moreBackcountry Skiing: Education Versus Intimidation // GrindTV.com
I’ve had my eye on backcountry skiing for years, but the fear of the unknown (specifically, the unknown world of avalanches) held me back. I’ve dipped my toes in it a few times with guided tours, but in my heart, I always knew that if I wanted to be a good backcountry companion, I needed to know how to lead, as well as follow. So, as 2015 drew to a close, I signed up for my AIARE I Avalanche Course with local guide company Sierra Mountain Guides (SMG). It was time to find out if education would override intimidation. Read the full article...
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