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We believe in making sure that the great outdoors is accessible to anyone and everyone. We do our part by making sure we have the latest and greatest information on outdoor adventures available for you. In this section you will find how-to guides and articles on the best and safest ways to explore the great outdoors, along with tips & tricks from our instructors and guides.

  1. Full Season Ski & Snowboard Rentals for Portland, Oregon
  2. Video: How To Inflate A Stand Up Paddleboard

    Video: How To Inflate A Stand Up Paddleboard Coby Walsh - Aug 21, 2018

    Get that perfect paddling PSI for peak performance.

  3. Traveling Solo On A Motorcycle Adventure

    Traveling Solo On A Motorcycle Adventure Amanda Zito - Aug 16, 2018

    Let’s talk about some of the benefits of traveling alone.

  4. Video: How To inflate a sleeping pad with the Exped Schnozzle Pumpbag

    Video: How To inflate a sleeping pad with the Exped Schnozzle Pumpbag Hannah Halpern - Aug 14, 2018

    Quickly inflate your sleeping pad without huffing and pufifn

  5. DIY Camp Towel Baby Bib aka The Sam-Wow Drool Buster!

    DIY Camp Towel Baby Bib aka The Sam-Wow Drool Buster! Brenda - Aug 13, 2018

    A new weapon in the battle against baby drool!

  6. Video: How To Get Into A Kayak

    Video: How To Get Into A Kayak Curran Shaw - Aug 10, 2018

    Get started kayaking the easy way – without getting soaked

  7. Video: How To Start Paddle Boarding

    Video: How To Start Paddle Boarding Admin - Aug 7, 2018

    Paddleboarding basics to help get you started.

  8. Gear Review: Nuun vs. Gu Electrolyte Tablet Comparison

    Gear Review: Nuun vs. Gu Electrolyte Tablet Comparison Alex Macmillan - Aug 2, 2018

    ELectrolyte tablets are a great wat to help stay hydrated.

  9. Video: How To Choose A Belay Device For Rock Climbing

    Video: How To Choose A Belay Device For Rock Climbing Reuben Schafir - Aug 1, 2018

    Belay devices are necessary for all styles of rock climbing,

  10. Video: How To Repair Your Outdoor Gear With Tenacious Tape

    Video: How To Repair Your Outdoor Gear With Tenacious Tape Reuben Schafir - Jul 18, 2018

    Save that hard earned cash and repair damaged gear yourself!

  11. Video: How To Fit A Climbing Harness

    Video: How To Fit A Climbing Harness Reuben Schafir - Jul 16, 2018

    A good climbing harness is probably the most important part

  12. Video: How To Seal A Dry Bag

    Video: How To Seal A Dry Bag Admin - Jul 4, 2018

    It's a simple fact, wet gear sucks.

  13. Video: How To Choose The Right Pair Of Crampons

    Video: How To Choose The Right Pair Of Crampons Reuben Schafir - Jun 29, 2018

    A side by side comparison to help you choose the right cramp

  14. Video Trip Report: Rafting The Grand Canyon, How to Stay Warm and Dry on an Extended Trip
  15. How to Plan a Motorcycle Trip

    How to Plan a Motorcycle Trip Amanda Zito - Jun 14, 2018

    Step by step planning for your moto adventures

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