Camp’s Not Just for Kids
Sign up for Specialized Women’s Sports Camp, August 10-11 in Lake Tahoe, where you can learn how to mountain bike, road bike, run smarter, train for a triathlon, standup paddleboard, and, most importantly, make new friends.
My First Skydive
It’s cold. But more surprisingly, it’s peaceful. I’m skydiving for the very first time, falling thousands of feet through the air.
Fifty Years of Adventure: Creating Your Own Blue Zone
Here are tips for creating a longer, healthier, happier life in a remarkable relationship.
An Adventurous, Fictional Romance Story
Eliza Shepherd must come to grips with not only losing the love of her life but an outdoor lifestyle as well. The grief of losing a loved one to an adventurous lifestyle is handled with sharp insight and understanding, while Eliza’s romance with David gives hope that life does go on.
Is Outdoor Adventure Too Risky For Parents? Part 1
What kinds of risks am I willing to take in the outdoors now that I am a mother? Has my approach to the mountains changed?
Alma Matters
As I’ve gotten older, I’ve learned that life is a series of transitions, both large and small, and it’s much easier to enjoy it if we hold on very lightly to any desired outcome. There are no final victories, and thankfully, no final defeats either.
Taking the World to the South Pole
Even if you never have the desire to do something as outrageous as ski 900 km (560 miles) across a vast ice field, Call of the White will help you realize that you have it in you to accomplish whatever you dare to do. All you have to do is dare.
We Want to Hear From You!
It’s annual Reader Survey time, and to sweeten the deal, we’re giving away over 70 great prizes!
When it Comes To Modern Art, Think ‘Safety First’
Nutcase helmets teams up with the Portland Art Museum to promote the new Cyclepedia exhibit, featuring the iconic biycycles from the last century.
The Making of a Thru-hiker, Part 1
Writer and accomplished thru-hiker, Gail Storey, discusses her unsuccessful introduction to camping.
Sunny Days Call For Sun Protection
Those warm, sunny days are upon us and it’s time to remember the importance of protecting your tyke from the dangerous rays of the sun.
Breasts: a natural and unnatural history
Breasts is an easily digested book. From the first page to the last, I laughed, shook my head, sighed in disgust, and doled out facts to friends like I was an expert in biology and genetics.
Family Adventures: Exploring New Worlds
This month, the Adventure Moms explore the ancient worlds of dinosaurs and rock carvings, and encourage you to stop and enjoy the stars!
Standup Paddleboard Racing: The Basics
So, you know how to hold the paddle correctly, have paddled for an hour or so multiple times, and can get through a session without falling off. Why not try your first standup paddle race?
Annihilation: Facing Fear and Doubt During Training
A reader shares the story of training for her first century race.
Kayaking While Pregnant
Champion kayaker, Emily Jackson, is still riding the rapids at seven months pregnant.
2013 OIWC Leadership Award Winners
Outdoor Industries Women’s Coalition is proud to present two awards that honor female leaders in each of the Outdoor, Snow, and Bike Industries.
Memoir of a Female Traildog
Dirt Work is highly recommended for readers who love the outdoors, and especially those who have hiked in a national park or forest, and benefited from the hard work of trail crews.
How’d These Climbers Conquer Yosemite’s Giants?
Seven hours, 26 minutes: That’s all it took for Mayan Smith-Gobat and Chantel Astorga to make history by scaling El Capitan.
Getting My Body Back
I wondered what my body would be like once the baby was born, and how quickly I would “bounce back.”
Pro Jade Wilcoxson Shares Health Tips for the Everyday Cyclist
In part three of this video series, Jade Wilcoxson of Optum Pro Cycling offers health tips and encouragement for the everyday cyclist.
How We Know Spring Is Here
“Spring is when you feel like whistling, even with a shoe full of slush.” -Doug Larson
Pro Jade Wilcoxson Shares Training and Racing Tips
In part two of this video series, Jade Wilcoxson of Optum Pro Cycling lends her training secrets and tips for aspiring pro cyclists.
Road Bike Racer Jade Wilcoxson Shares Her Story
In part one of this video series, Jade Wilcoxson of Optum Pro Cycling tells us how she got into the sport and why she’s sticking with cycling.
Elite Female Kayaker Circumnavigates Australia
Joe Glickman writes about Freya Hoffmeister, the first woman to circumnavigate the entire continent of Australia in a sea kayak. The feat puts her in a league few other adventurers, male or female, occupy. That alone makes this book worth reading.
Condensed Psychology For A More Joyous Life
Lemon Pie offers short mini-chapters on how to live a better, more joyous life. In broad strokes Mitchell touches on living in the moment, not allowing one’s behavior to be influenced by another, practicing compassion, and making a sincere effort to be sorry when in the wrong.
Making a Difference: The Recreation Project Helps Ugandan Kids Traumatized by War
The Recreation Project aims to help Ugandan children and teens, damaged by years of conflict, build confidence, trust, friendships through ropes courses and adventure experiences.
Springtime is the Right Time to Blossom!
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” – Anais Nin.
My Ski Wedding
As we say goodbye to winter and near the traditional wedding season, I thought it would be fun to showcase a more unusual ceremony…mine.
Book Review: Dangling Without a Rope
In Dangling Without a Rope: A Life Discovered, Barbara “Bobbe” Belmont shares eleven of the many stories she’s told over the years.
Meet Jennifer Davis-Flynn, WAm Web Guru
Jennifer Davis-Flynn: My job is to engage the wonderful community of women adventurers currently wandering the earth! Stop by and introduce yourself!
