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September, 2012

September 27, 2012 Buzz: Outdoors News Shorts

September 26, 2012

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Those who love cycling with a side order of mud and obstacles are in luck: cyclocross season in the Northwest is here. Also: Halloween Cyclocross Costume ride in Bend, Ore., and Ninkasi Brewing’s Oatis Oatmeal Stout

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Warren Miller’s “Flow State: Where the Mountain meets the Mind”

September 26, 2012

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If it’s October, it’s Warren Miller time. This fall, for the 63rd time, Warren Miller entertainment will roll out a film to get skiers amped for the season. Click here to see the video teaser. Jonny Moseley again will narrate epic ski scenes from far-flung ski destinations

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Pacific Northwest Brewing: Fresh Hop Ales

September 19, 2012

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I walked into the tasting room at Two Beers Brewing Company in Seattle on a hot August afternoon. To my surprise, I saw a group of people gathered around a large table separating cone-shaped hop flowers from a sprawling mountain of freshly cut bines.

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Weekender: Bicycling Point Defiance Park, Tacoma

September 17, 2012

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Point Defiance Park sticks out from the north end of Tacoma like a big green thumb. At 702 acres and bordered on three sides by water, the peninsula is, well, very green with abundant old growth forests, gardens and luscious green grass.

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Escapes: Leavenworth

September 12, 2012

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Leavenworth: Four seasons of outdoor adventures By Roddy Scheer Photo at right: Rafters cool off with a slow float down the Icicle River in Leavenworth. Photo by Carolyn Price The faux Bavarian village of Leavenworth, a half hour drive east of Stevens Pass, is a year-round destination for outdoors enthusiasts. Though many think of it [...]

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September 12, 2012 Buzz: Outdoors News Shorts

September 12, 2012

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OutdoorsFEST Wrap Up: The Mountaineers OutdoorsFEST last Saturday was a big success! Also: Footzone closes its three stores, Oregon Coast Beach Cleanup, R.A.W. Retreats

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Sports Medicine: Preparing for Hiking Adventures

September 7, 2012

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The Northwest has an abundance of hiking and backpacking routes. Hiking is a terrific way to spend a day with friends or family, view new scenery, breath fresh air, and get a great workout. Like any other activity, preparation for the task will reduce the chance of injury. Let your physical therapist guide you in how to get ready.

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Pacific Northwest Beer Festivals

September 6, 2012

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Oktoberfests and Fresh Hop Celebrations in the Northwest – Enjoy a vast assortment of seasonal and other brews . . .

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