Book Across the Bay...A Winter Must Do!

There's really only one event that becons locals and visitors to Ashland and Washburn in February during what is inevitably one of the coldest nights of the year...the one and the only, Book Across the Bay!

This year, we are psyched to once again sponsor this fun and active community in the Chequamegon Bay and sponsor a children's fun ski race.

Start your morning off with some Delta Diner pancakes then register the kiddos (12 and under) for the new BOOK IT Fun Race A FREE 2K untimed loop that will start near the Book Across the Bay Tent on the Ashland waterfront. Volunteers will be on the course to assist skiers in getting to the finish line. All participants will receive a commemorative medal along with hot chocolate and cookies. Stop by the Book Across the Bay tent and register your children for the fun race at the Solstice Outdoors table. We'll see you at the tent!

Go To Gifts for Travelers and Skiers...

A true adventurer will thank you for the new CamelBak All Clear Bottle ($99) which turns tap or clear natural water source into potable drinking water in just 60 seconds. Nothing beats reliable purification, whatever the destination.

Pack tolietries and all your traveler essentials dry in The North Face Base CampTravel Canister $34

Keep passports clean and try with the SealLine ID pouch $11.99

Keep in touch with in any conditions with the SealLine iPhone and iPad cases... submergable, weather proof and fully functional cases that fit in your pocket $24.99-$34.99

Got a skier or snowboarder on your list? Here's a couple go to affordable gifts for the snow lover!

Smartwool PhD Ski, Nordic and Snowboard Socks $22

A Basic or Deluxe Nordic, Alpine or  Snowboard Wax and Tune $20-$30

Outdoorsy Gift Ideas for Men, Adventurers, Skiers and more...

Solstice Outdoors has practical and affordable gift ideas for the men in your life at Solstice Outdoors. Here's a few of our staff favorites all available downtown Ashland.

Olukai (Olu=Comfort  Kai=Ocean) Moloa: Stylish, and functional leather slip on fully equipped with the Drop in Heel   $120

Goodhew Lite Hiker 2 Pack Socks:  Made in the USA, ultra comfy merino socks will keep toes warm and cozy $21.99

The North Face Men's Half Dome Hoody keep 'em warm and comfy in style $45

Seal Line iSeries cases for iPhone/iPod or tablets: Waterproof, dirt proof, protective cases that protect mobile devices while on land or at sea. Use the device through the case. $24.99

The North Face ETIP gloves: Light gloves that work with your Smartphone $44.99

Stanley Drink Thru Mug, Camp Mug or Thermoses are iconic and rugged…perfect for the manly man who wants his coffee hot for 6 hours. $24.99

Patagonia Tech Web Belts: Made from durable webbing that can be cut to fit any size guy $29

Woman Rule this Weekend

If you’re a woman in the Chequamegon Bay Area this weekend you’ll want to stop by and see Solstice Outdoors; Ashland's premiere outdoor store at the Bay Area Woman’s Expo on Saturday, November 10^th from 9-4:00p.m Here’s a sneak peak at a couple of our favorite things that will be on sale at the Woman’s Expo…

Goodhew merino and bamboo socks. Super cute, durable and made in the USA!  Buy 2, Get 1 Free

50% Off prAna yoga mats, accessories and Zumba Slip On Dancers

At 10a.m. grab your running gear and join in the Chick-uamegon 5K and 10K Race sponsored by the Ashland Chamber of Commerce. Shopping, learning and running….what could be better!

The North Country Trail...Hike the Northwoods

The North Country National Scenic Trail is America’s longest National Scenic Trail stretching from New York to North Dakota, linking 7 states and 10 National Forests and 150 Public Lands. Did you know there’s 110 miles of continuous North Country Scenic Trail in Northern Wisconsin? That's a lot of great fall hiking and leaf spotting right in our backyard. 

Strap on your hikers and hit the trail for a day trip or multi-day adventure. For a detailed trail map and everything you need to know about the trail check out http://northcountrytrail.org/trail/states/wisconsin/

Before you head out make sure you have the essentials: A Camelbak or Osprey hydration pack or day pack, water bottle  trekking poles, hiking socks, head protection, such as a Buff or Stormy Kromer cap and snacks. Stop by Solstice Outdoors to pick up any of these essentials and don't forget your camera!

If you get out on the trail, tell us! Share a photo with us on Facebook.