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Celebrating a Great Teacher
I noticed that 4 inches of heavy snow just fell on my front porch in the last hour. I didn't know this was coming! I already added...
Amanda Wais
Mar 22, 20232 min read
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The Gap Adventure
Hi! This morning was awesome. I crossed the somewhat frozen harbor toward the west side of the bay to get to Hunter's Point. From there,...
Amanda Wais
Mar 7, 20232 min read
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Crossing Miss Fanny Hooe
Today I did one of my favorite winter adventures. I strapped on my backcountry skis, skied out my backyard and onto the side of the...
Amanda Wais
Jan 26, 20233 min read
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What the Heck Was That?
All right. Here I am again, giving you blatantly honest Amanda-ness. However, before I do, I have to apologize for all the times that I...
Amanda Wais
Nov 23, 20202 min read
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Hit the Ground Running
Hey, you! Are you excited for spring? Me too! I'm kind of banking on the groundhog and all this sunshine we've been getting to prove...
Amanda Wais
Mar 3, 20203 min read
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Snowblowing Femmes
Women who move snow in Copper Harbor, Michigan are strong and independent. Here's an interview with a few of these amazing ladies!
Amanda Wais
Dec 31, 20191 min read
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That November... She's Tricky!
Hey! Want to read the latest from the Copper Harbor website? I just posted today. Check it out! Have a wonderful day... no matter what...
Amanda Wais
Nov 15, 20191 min read
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November Awesomeness
Hey! Here's the latest post from the Copper Harbor website blog I write. It sure got some attention! The only things I would add are: -...
Amanda Wais
Nov 7, 20191 min read
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How to Be Weird
Either something is wrong with me, or it's wrong with most of the rest of the world. I have never felt comfortable "in the box." I...
Amanda Wais
Oct 22, 20193 min read
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Exciting News!
Hello, hello! Exciting news! First off, click here for the latest color report for Copper Harbor! Secondly, here is a career update for...
Amanda Wais
Oct 7, 20191 min read
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Color Report 1
Hey! I almost forgot to share this with you. Here is the link to the latest color report for Copper Harbor! See you soon!...
Amanda Wais
Sep 29, 20191 min read
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More Ways to Copper Harbor!
Hello!!! I have some exciting news! By looking at the title, you might think there's a new bridge or highway to the harbor, but that's...
Amanda Wais
Sep 18, 20191 min read
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Islander
Summer is waning. Did I get out in my kayak at all? Nope. So this weekend, that's what I did. I meticulously checked the wind and...
Amanda Wais
Aug 26, 20193 min read
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"Women Involved" Interview with Amanda
An interview with Josie's Bike Life as a mountain bike coach. Women involved in the biking community.
Amanda Wais
Aug 19, 20191 min read
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The Place to "Be"
You know the Keweenaw is a special place. It's peaceful, beautiful and quiet -- if you find the right spots! After living here for 13...
Amanda Wais
Aug 8, 20191 min read
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Living In Paradise
I hope you don't get jealous. And if you do, maybe you need to make some changes in your life. Easier said than done, of course, but...
Amanda Wais
Jul 22, 20192 min read
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Annual Superior Baptism
I took the plunge! On Monday, June 17th, I slid into that big, beautiful, blue and not-as-cold-as-I-remember Lake Superior. Yup. Fully...
Amanda Wais
Jun 20, 20191 min read
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Rolling in the Green
Marquette, Michigan. Ever been there? It's not bad for a "city." I mean, it's next to Lake Superior. It's pretty progressive. It's...
Amanda Wais
Jun 13, 20192 min read
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I. Hate. Running.
I'm a person who promotes doing what you love and loving what you do. But sometimes you have to do the gritty stuff to make the favorite...
Amanda Wais
May 31, 20192 min read
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Bike/Body Balance, Baby!
I have this weird fetish where I love to teach people how to ride a mountain bike. If you are able to stay upright and pedal on flat...
Amanda Wais
May 19, 20191 min read
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