Jon Bell
Actively Northwest Writer
Jon Bell writes about the outdoors, fitness, health, and a range of other topics from his home in Lake Oswego, OR. He is also the author of "On Mount Hood: A Biography of Oregon's Perilous Peak."
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Winter Sports
Shape Up for Ski Season: The Best Moves to Add to Your Workout
Sumo squats, mountain climbers and other moves to prep for the slopes this year.
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Fitness
Thanksgiving Family Adventures: 5 Ways to Get Your Family Moving
Add a little fun and fitness action to your family’s Thanksgiving gathering.
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Hiking
Exploring Washington and Oregon’s High Deserts
East of the Cascades, Washington and Oregon dry up significantly, offering all kinds of desert wonders for hikers.
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Hiking
Spring Near Seattle: 5 Great Early-Season Hikes
Check out these five spring hikes near Seattle to start the season off right.
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Winter Sports
Winter’s Most Photogenic Hotspots in the Northwest
When it comes to picture-perfection, it’s hard to beat winter in the Pacific Northwest.
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Winter Sports
8 Places to Experience the Northwest Sledding Season
As snow junkies across Washington and Oregon pine for powder this winter, we’ll show you some guaranteed spots for Northwest sledding and tubing.