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WinterWomen
on Tuesday, October 11, 2016
After months of distracting ourselves with other outdoor activities, the 2016/2017 ski and snowboard season is finally just around the corner! Don’t get us wrong, we really enjoy the summer season. There’s nothing like sitting around a campfire making s’mores and waking up early for a great hike or mountain bike ride. Followed by a nice cool beverage on a great patio, the warmer months really do ...
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Tagged: snowboard, ski, prepare for the ski season, 2016/2017 Ski Season, follow us on Instagram, Instagram, opening day
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WinterWomen
on Tuesday, October 4, 2016
According to the National Cancer Institute, about 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. That’s 12.5% that is diagnosed with the second highest cancer leading to death, the first being lung cancer. The survival rate is increasing, though, with the biggest factor in the survival rate being early detection. The month of October is Breast Cancer Awareness ...
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Health & Fitness
Tagged: Breast Cancer Awareness Month, October, Stay Healthy
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WinterWomen
on Friday, September 30, 2016
The windows of summer are soon to be closed while the fresh doors of fall are opening. It's just about time to put away the flip-flops and sun dresses. Summer attire certainly requires less thought overall, as it doesn't serve as much of a purpose as winter clothing. Winter outfits, however, can entail a bit more consideration to balance fashion, comfort, and function. It can be intimidating ...
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Ski & Ride
Tagged: Layering, mid-layer, Patagonia, stay warm, base layer, dress for winter, hot chillys, nano puff vest, shell layer
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WinterWomen
on Tuesday, September 20, 2016
With the crisp air of fall, comes countless more enjoyable things. Such as the color change of the leaves, Halloween approaching and cool evening strolls. One thing that seems to go hand in hand with fall is slow cooker meals. There’s something about the changing of the seasons and the cooler weather that just screams invitation to dust off the slow cooker from where it’s been hiding all summer. ...
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Tagged: fall, pumpkin, recipes, BBQ, broccoli cheese soup, Cooking, Crock-Pot, dessert, dinner, fall recipes, slow cooker, soup
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WinterWomen
on Friday, September 16, 2016
Many of us try to stay active during the summer with activities such as hikes and bike rides. We figure the two 14er’s we hiked and the volleyball summer league we were in, have kept our bodies in shape enough to hit the slopes hard when they open up for the season. Well, that’s not always the case. An enjoyable, safe day skiing requires many different muscle groups. And to get those muscles in ...
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Health & Fitness
Tagged: Be prepared, arm exercises, leg exercises, prepare for the ski season, stay in shape, workout
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WinterWomen
on Thursday, September 8, 2016
The changing from summer to fall can bring many mixed emotions. There may be sadness for the loss of the beach days and steady doses of Vitamin D. Some feelings could be exhaustion from the constant sneezing and need to boost the immune system. And then, there is the annoyance that can come with the time-consuming home and garden winterizing process. There is also the excitement that the AC will ...
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Things We Love
Tagged: fall, vermont, Idaho, West Virginia, Crested Butte, changing of seasons, City Creek Trail, Dolly Sods Wilderness, fall colors, fall hikes, Kebler Pass, leaf change, Libby's Outlook, Preston Pond, The Sandtrap
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WinterWomen
on Tuesday, August 30, 2016
Whether we’re ready for it or not, fall is right around the corner.While I love summer (who doesn’t love warm evenings, thunderstorms, and all of the amazing outdoor activities we can do in summer?), I also really look forward to fall. By this time of the year, I’m ready for cool, crisp air, changing leaves, and cozy Sundays spent inside watching football.With the changing of the seasons comes ...
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Fashion
Tagged: the north face, burton, Patagonia, Synchilla Snap-T Pullover, fall fashion, style, under armour, Sorel, L.A.M.B Burton
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WinterWomen
on Wednesday, August 17, 2016
Quick, do you know your state flower or bird? How about that some states have not only a flower, but a state wildflower as well? To distract many of us from the constant thought of, when will the snow come back? we often find solace in other outdoor activities in the mountains.This list can help you on your next adventure and even add a fun scavenger hunt element to a hike or especially to a ...
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Things We Love
Tagged: birds, flowers, Know Your State, state birds, state flowers, states, wild flowers
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WinterWomen
on Tuesday, August 2, 2016
We often can be reminded of child-like fears when the spring and summer afternoon storms roll in and you see that flash of light, accompanied by the inevitable crack of thunder. Fear is an understandable reaction. While aesthetically pleasing, lightning can be a very powerful and dangerous natural occurrence. The only true way to be safe during a lightning storm is to remain indoors, but ...
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Health & Fitness
Tagged: Be prepared, lightning safety, lightning strike, outdoor safety, Storms, Thunder
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WinterWomen
on Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Ahhh...summer is finally here. June 21st marks the official first full day of summer: a season full of hope, plans, ideas, and potential getaways. Before summer officially begins, plans are being bounced around between spouses, friends, family members, and co-workers, with what to do and when to do it over the summer.With plenty of activities going on every day of the week, like outdoor concerts, ...
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