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March 6, 2017
In this year's Travel Issue, we have tried to push deep into the unexpected, or even uncomfortable, corners of the West. These are not vacation stories, necessarily. But they are travel stories. They are as much inner journeys as outer, all prompted by the unique features of our great region, places often forgotten or ignored.
Feature
At Mount St. Helens, they never say ‘recovery.’
Current
Editor's Note
Essays
A Southerner revels in the access of Western federal lands.
A writer returns to the old-growth forest of her youth.
In a place no one can see you, you can see yourself more clearly.
This landscape isn’t always beautiful — but that’s what makes it loveable.
In the infamous Montana saloon, a lesson about home in harsh places.
Sometimes we need to stop — to think about the ways we wreak havoc in the world.
How Hanalei, Hawaii, reflects small Western towns.
Conversation
Readers respond with unique encounters and uneasy revelations in the region.
Book Reviews
Abstract photos offer an unsentimental beauty.
Heard Around the West
Mishaps and mayhem from around the region.
Dear Friends
At the HCN headquarters, young poets and seasoned reporters.
Today's Featured Stories
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SPECTACULAR SCENIC MOUNTAIN VIEW HOME BUILDING SITE Located on top of Sugarloaf Mtn. 5 mi W of downtown Colorado Springs, CO. $80,000.
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CURATOR, DRAPER NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM The Draper Natural History Museum (DNHM) at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, WY, invites applications for Senior Curator of Natural Science....
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UNDEVELOPED 40 ACRES - SOUTHWEST COLORADO in Southwest Colorado. $60K plus costs.
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PARTNERSHIP-LEASE 
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UTAH GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS MANAGER Western Resource Advocates (WRA) is seeking a Government Affairs Manager that is passionate about Western communities and the protection of the natural environment to support...
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The Central Colorado Conservancy, a nationally accredited and state certified land trust, is seeking an innovative and dynamic Executive Director to guide the Conservancy into...
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Forever Our Rivers Foundation seeks a driven and creative individual to lead this national movement for river health. Deadline 6/14/19.
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SIERRA CLUB SENIOR CAMPAIGN REPRESENTATIVE, BEYOND DIRTY FUELS
We are looking for an experienced campaigner to lead our work challenging the oil and fracked gas industry, specifically focused on fighting fossil fuel expansion...
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3RD ANNUAL TAOS WRITERS CONFERENCE 7/12-7/14/19 in Taos, NM. With over 21 workshops and keynote speaker, poet Arthur Sze.
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Badlands Conservation Alliance is seeking an Executive Director. For job description visit https://www.badlandsconservationalliance.org/hiring.
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EVERLAND MOUNTAIN RETREAT Everland Mountain Retreat includes 318 mountaintop acres with a 3,200 square foot lodge and two smaller homes. Endless vistas of the Appalachian mountains, open skies,...
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COUNTRY ESTATE NEAR KINGS CANYON AND SEQUOIA PARKS Spectacular views of snowcapped Sierras. 15 miles from Kings Canyon/Sequoia Parks. 47 acres with 2 homes/75' pool/gym/patios/gardens. 1670 sq.ft. main home has 3 bdrm/1 bath....
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GILA NATIONAL FOREST NEW MEXICO Beautiful off-the-grid passive solar near the CDT. 9.4 acres, north of Silver City. Sam, 575.388.1921
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JOHN DEERE SNOW BLOWER 24"
Newly refurbished and tuned. Older model, great condition. Gasoline engine. Chains on tires. Heavy duty for mountain snow. Call cellphone and leave message or email.
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COPPER CANYON MEXICO CAMPING & BACKPACKING Camping, hiking, backpacking, R2R2R, Tarahumara Easter, Mushroom Festival, www.coppercanyontrails.org.
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LUNATEC HYDRATION SPRAY BOTTLE Clean off, cool off & drink. Multiple spray patterns. Better than you imagine. Try it.
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EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION INTERN/ASSISTANT Actively introduce students to Experiential Education, Outdoor Recreation, and Sustainability while engaging and challenging them to learn and participate in these diverse opportunities. Room, board,...
