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The Lure of ‘Yak Fishingโ€”Paddle-powered angling offers a boatload of advantages, thrills.

The Lure of ‘Yak Fishingโ€”Paddle-powered angling offers a boatload of advantages, thrills.

Posted by | Oct 21, 2009 | |

I've been in the ocean all my life, surfing since I was 12 and fishing seriously since age 25. Often I would sit on my board between sets and look longingly at the outside edge of the kelp beds, wishing I had a rod with me to catch some tasty rockfish for dinner that night. Fishing off my longboard was never very comfortable, so I was completely stoked when my wife bought me our first sit-on-top kayak. I immediately took it out for a full bag of rockfish, and have diligently pursued this exciting sport ever since.

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Endless Summer The Evolution of Surf Films

Endless Summer The Evolution of Surf Films

Posted by | Oct 21, 2009 | , |

The magic of a good surf film is such that it can turn a landlocked youth into a surf dreamer without ever having ridden a wave. Whether lured by the fluid purity of a rider slicing ahead of the curl, the easy going appeal of life in board shorts and flip-flops, or the mahalo appeal of the surf lifestyle, surfing offers a wealth of possibilities that appeal to viewers and filmmakers alike.

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Destination: Chicoโ€”A Bike-Friendly, Park-Rich Sporting Oasis in the Sacramento Valley

Destination: Chicoโ€”A Bike-Friendly, Park-Rich Sporting Oasis in the Sacramento Valley

Posted by | Oct 20, 2009 | |

Many people live for years in California without ever visiting Chico. Surrounded on three sides by farmland and set against the Sierra foothills 90 miles north of Sacramento, Chico sits safely off major thoroughfares. Unless Chico is your destination, or youโ€™re headed up Highway 32 to Lake Almanor or Lassen National Park, thereโ€™s little reason one would need to go there.

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LEGENDS

LEGENDS

Posted by | Oct 20, 2009 | , , |

Fifty years ago, the world was a harsher, more primitive placeโ€”at least in terms of adventure sports. Think for a moment about a little route on El Capitan in Yosemite called The Nose. Its slick granite face was difficult for a team of climbers to ascend after weeks of dangerous toil, let alone all-free and in a day. Meanwhile, bicycles of the time didnโ€™t boast suspension forks or disc brakes and surfers couldnโ€™t stay in Northern California waters for longer than a half hour without turning blue. Skiing was still a ballet-like sport best done in stretchy woolens and leather boots, and no one even considered running a marathon, swimming 2.4 miles, and biking 112 miles consecutively while wearing a Speedo.

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Step by Step Around Big Blue

Step by Step Around Big Blue

Posted by | Jul 1, 2009 | |

The Tahoe Rim Trail: Itโ€™s 165 miles of primo single-track circling Lake Tahoe via two mountain ranges, three wilderness areas and two states. Mile after mile of jaw dropping vistas of Lake Tahoe, quiet strolls through deep forest, and glacier carved lakes at the base of high granite peaks. In July, youโ€™ll find spectacular wildflower gardens at Meiss Meadows; August is time for a refreshing swim in Dickโ€™s Lake; and in the fall, yellow aspen leaves light up Snow Valley.

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Park Once, Play More

Park Once, Play More

Posted by | Jul 1, 2009 | |

Despite Californiaโ€™s empty wallet, the Golden State is not hurting for amazing outdoor recreation opportunities. From the redwoods to the Sierra and back to the Bay there is an adventure lurking along every highway. Surrounded by all these beaches, trails, rivers, and crags, the diversity of natural amenities makes it easy to do it all, if even in a single sunny day. Care to kayak then pedal singletrack? Or how about a road ride and then some bouldering? โ€ฆ Double-up days like these are no problem in the rich and diverse landscapes of our greater Nor Cal/Nevada region.

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Wild & Scenic Bachelor Party

Wild & Scenic Bachelor Party

Posted by | Jul 1, 2009 | |

Greg Speicher watches as C-1 paddler Norwood Scott runs a rapid in Devilโ€™s Canyon. We are dragging Tecate. There is so much beer in the raft โ€“ as well as a cooler of frozen red meat and bacon โ€“ on our first day on the Middle Fork of the Feather River that the back end keeps hanging up on shallow rapid entrances.

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Thereโ€™s still time for spring skiing at @bvadventure With over 65 kilometers of groomed paths and a cafe on the trails, itโ€™s a great destination for the whole family. #xcskiing #adventure #california

Thereโ€™s still time for spring skiing at @bvadventure

With over 65 kilometers of groomed paths and a cafe on the trails, itโ€™s a great destination for the whole family.

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Looking to beat the crowds this season for some spring skiing? Just 3 hours from the Bay is Bear Valley Mountain Resort. Our writer @ellasuring explored the area this weekend and was greeted with short lift lines and friendly faces to share in the stoke! @bearvalleyresort is located between Tahoe and Yosemite and is the perfect casual ski destination for friends and families. With a variety of terrain levels, rentals, a lodge and lots of dining options, itโ€™s the perfect winter getaway. #california #skiing #snowboarding #winter #mountains #snow #adventure

Looking to beat the crowds this season for some spring skiing? Just 3 hours from the Bay is Bear Valley Mountain Resort. Our writer @ellasuring explored the area this weekend and was greeted with short lift lines and friendly faces to share in the stoke!

@bearvalleyresort is located between Tahoe and Yosemite and is the perfect casual ski destination for friends and families. With a variety of terrain levels, rentals, a lodge and lots of dining options, itโ€™s the perfect winter getaway.

#california #skiing #snowboarding #winter #mountains #snow #adventure ...

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๐ŸŒธ Embrace the vibrant magic of spring in California's desert state parks! ๐ŸŒผ Get ready to be amazed by a sea of rainbow colors as the wildflower season blooms in all its glory. ๐ŸŒˆโœจ Don't miss out on this impressive display of nature's artistry! ๐ŸŒบ๐ŸŒตโ  โ  โ  Learn more about the bloom at the link in our bio!โ  โ  ยฉ California State Parks, all rights reserved. 2024.โ  โ  โ  #SpringinCalifornia #WildflowerSeason #NatureAtItsFinest

๐ŸŒธ Embrace the vibrant magic of spring in California`s desert state parks! ๐ŸŒผ Get ready to be amazed by a sea of rainbow colors as the wildflower season blooms in all its glory. ๐ŸŒˆโœจ Don`t miss out on this impressive display of nature`s artistry! ๐ŸŒบ๐ŸŒตโ  โ 
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๐Ÿ•๏ธ As the popularity of dispersed camping grows, an increasing number of campers are leaving the beaten path. Picture the disappointment of arriving at your chosen adventure spot after hours of planning and travel, only to find it strewn with litter. โ  โ  ๐ŸŒฟ Let's safeguard the unspoiled magnificence of our natural surroundings! โ  โ  Click the link in our bio ๐Ÿ”— for five essential tips to ensure your next outdoor escapade respects and preserves the beauty of our wild spaces. โ  โ  Photo and story by Krista Houghton

๐Ÿ•๏ธ As the popularity of dispersed camping grows, an increasing number of campers are leaving the beaten path. Picture the disappointment of arriving at your chosen adventure spot after hours of planning and travel, only to find it strewn with litter. โ 
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๐ŸŒฟ Let`s safeguard the unspoiled magnificence of our natural surroundings! โ 
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Click the link in our bio ๐Ÿ”— for five essential tips to ensure your next outdoor escapade respects and preserves the beauty of our wild spaces. โ 
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Disconnect to Reconnect: James Murren shares his annual tradition of a โ€˜Digital Detoxโ€™ in this issueโ€™s Earn Your Beer column. ๐ŸŒต This year, he turned to the deserts of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park to reset. Read about his soul-refreshing experience. Cheers to adventure and unplugging! ๐Ÿ“ต Featured Brews โ€” The Butcher by @societebrewing and Bigfoot Barleywine-Style Ale by @sierranevada ๐Ÿป Photo by Left Coast Photographer ๐Ÿ“ธ See the link in our bio to read more. ๐Ÿ”—

Disconnect to Reconnect: James Murren shares his annual tradition of a โ€˜Digital Detoxโ€™ in this issueโ€™s Earn Your Beer column. ๐ŸŒต

This year, he turned to the deserts of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park to reset. Read about his soul-refreshing experience. Cheers to adventure and unplugging! ๐Ÿ“ต

Featured Brews โ€” The Butcher by @societebrewing and Bigfoot Barleywine-Style Ale by @sierranevada ๐Ÿป

Photo by Left Coast Photographer ๐Ÿ“ธ

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The grand finale of the 23-24 @alpenglowsports Winter Speaker Series is THIS Thursday. Dave Nettle concludes the series with his presentation, โ€œSki Touring the Tyrol.โ€ ๐Ÿ”น Event Details: ๐Ÿ“… Date: Thursday, March 7th ๐Ÿ•• Time: Doors open at 6pm, Show starts at 7pm ๐Ÿ“ Location: Palisades Tahoe Olympic Village Events Center ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Admission: FREE for all ages! ๐Ÿ“บ Livestream: Tune in via Alpenglow Sportsโ€™ Youtube Channel ๐Ÿ”— See link in bio for more info. Prepare to be transported on a journey through the stunning Tyrol region, filled with humor, expert tips, and breathtaking adventure. Plus, enjoy the lively atmosphere with bar offerings and giveaways, with proceeds benefiting @slowfoodlaketahoe, the nonprofit beneficiary for the evening. Donโ€™t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable event and support a great cause! RSVP for the livestream or join them in person! ๐Ÿ“ธ Dave Nettle #AlpenglowSpeakerSeries #AdventureAwaits #SkiTyrol #DaveNettle #AlpenglowSports

The grand finale of the 23-24 @alpenglowsports Winter Speaker Series is THIS Thursday. Dave Nettle concludes the series with his presentation, โ€œSki Touring the Tyrol.โ€

๐Ÿ”น Event Details:
๐Ÿ“… Date: Thursday, March 7th
๐Ÿ•• Time: Doors open at 6pm, Show starts at 7pm
๐Ÿ“ Location: Palisades Tahoe Olympic Village Events Center
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Admission: FREE for all ages!
๐Ÿ“บ Livestream: Tune in via Alpenglow Sportsโ€™ Youtube Channel

๐Ÿ”— See link in bio for more info.

Prepare to be transported on a journey through the stunning Tyrol region, filled with humor, expert tips, and breathtaking adventure. Plus, enjoy the lively atmosphere with bar offerings and giveaways, with proceeds benefiting @slowfoodlaketahoe, the nonprofit beneficiary for the evening.

Donโ€™t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable event and support a great cause! RSVP for the livestream or join them in person!

๐Ÿ“ธ Dave Nettle

#AlpenglowSpeakerSeries #AdventureAwaits #SkiTyrol #DaveNettle #AlpenglowSports ...

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