Monthly Archives: November 2009

Highlights From Eco Luxe Event in NYC September 22

Another great article, Hydro Flask So simple. A reusable stainless steel container, sans toxic BPA leeching plastic liners, that keeps liquid inside cold or hot for hours without sweating from condensation on the outside. I forgot my last metal beverage … Continue reading

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Grand Canyon Changes Backcountry Permit System

Grand Canyon National Park is updating their backcountry permit system: Starting in Feb. 2010, anyone hoping to hike overnight in the park’s spectacular backcountry must submit a request in writing (fax or mail) no more than four months in advance. … Continue reading

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Water Bottles Without the Controversy

In case you missed this is a great article, and of course it mentions my favorite water bottle on the planet! Bottled water has taken a huge PR hit recently.  Not only do the ubiqutous plastic bottles clog our landfills … Continue reading

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Black Friday Fashion Fest

Stick-and-ball behemoths like football, baseball and basketball are infinitely more “popular” than action sports. In the world of fashion, however, action sports have far more influence and visibility. Think about it: Unless it’s game day, you don’t leave the house … Continue reading

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EPA Rules to Reduce Water Pollution from Construction Sites

New Protective Measure in Response to NRDC Legal Action WASHINGTON (November 23, 2009) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today issued a final rule that will help protect America’s waterways from pollution from construction sites. This rule was issued in … Continue reading

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Toy risks include lead, plastics, group warns parents

WASHINGTON — Holiday shoppers should look out for toy hazards such as small parts, loud sounds, soft plastics and lead contamination, consumer advocates warned Tuesday. These dangers were highlighted by the U.S. Public Interest Research Group in its 24th annual … Continue reading

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The Yeti's Lair, ABS Seasaon 11, Nov 21, 2009

This past weekend the InClimb Rock Gym’s Climbing Team headed south to Klamath Falls, OR for the first ABS sanctioned competition at The Yeti’s Lair. Going to a new gym is always exciting with new terrain, new features, and different … Continue reading

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Eat Local

When we shop at the grocery store today, we don’t bat an eye at the sight of strawberries in the winter or perfect tomatoes from Holland. In the space of a generation, we’ve become accustomed to eating food that’s never … Continue reading

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Weekend Wrap Up

Not only did the sweetest (literally) American holiday go down this weekend, but unlike years past, the FMX industry was buzzing with numerous happenings. Let’s start with the biggest news of all: The never-say-die Paris Rosen has put the nail … Continue reading

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