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Joshua Tree enchanting in its magical, quirky way

Deep in the desert, searching for enlightenment at a spot called Samuelson's Rocks that is unmarked on any map, all I find are shaggy, gnarled trees that give this area its name, bulbous monzogranite rock formations and the triad of cholla, creosote and prickly pear that scar my legs and test my...
OUTDOORS

State parks commission to meet at CBC on Thursday

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will consider revisions for requests for easements on state park lands at a meeting Thursday at Columbia Basin College in Pasco.
OUTDOORS

Exploring the rugged wonders of Owyhee

An ocean of grayish-green sagebrush looms from horizon to horizon as you walk the canyon rims of Owyhee wilderness areas.
OUTDOORS

Caretakers of Cascades trails sharpen their skills

Bill Hawley of Washougal started the field session of his class on water crossings at the Columbia Cascades Trail Skills College with an introduction of the tools and a safety chat.
OUTDOORS

Port of Woodland tracks damage done by four-wheelers

After years of abuse by off-roaders and ATV riders, the Port of Woodland is stepping up security at its 140 acres of land at Austin Point, which is on the Woodland Bottoms at the mouth of the Lewis River. If more patrols and educating the public that off-road driving is prohibited on the property...
OUTDOORS

Fitness Success: How to make your body feel great for $13

There is something (not someone) called "creep" - after about 20 minutes in a fixed position, your body will start to shorten up your muscles to make it easier to stay in that position. Most of us spend a good chunk of our life sitting - sitting for breakfast, sitting for our commute, sitting at...
OUTDOORS

Training: Fifty ways to leave your blubber

You want an athletic beach body badly enough to work for it. That doesn't mean you have to do the work in a metal and mirrored gym. You can get even more effective conditioning using the natural world outside.
OUTDOORS

10 food scraps you should actually eat

Are you throwing away the healthiest parts of your food? If all of your slicing, dicing and peeling leaves about as much produce in the trash as on your plate, it's time to rethink your menu.
OUTDOORS

Multi-functional swimsuit

Finding a multi-functional swimsuit that stays on in the water and provides enough coverage for a casual lunch is a true feat. Prana's Manori Tankini Top does this and has a stylish, flattering fit for most body types. It's also durable enough for most swim and surf activities.