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PNOA Interior Ski Trip 2026: A Memorable Journey Through Alberta and BC’s Best Slopes
Byyukichau February 27, 2026March 2, 2026

From February 13 to 22, 2026, 31 enthusiastic members of PNOA embarked on an epic 9-car convoy skiing adventure across the stunning interiors of Alberta and British Columbia. This trip combined world-class ski resorts, breathtaking natural wonders, festive celebrations, and unbreakable team spirit. Special thanks to our amazing leaders and coordinators: Timothy, Lao Wan, Lisa,…

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PNOA Debut at the 52nd Annual Vancouver Chinatown Spring Festival Parade
Byyukichau February 23, 2026February 23, 2026

PNOA’s First Step into the Vibrant Vancouver Chinatown Spring Festival Parade 2026 – Year of the Horse! On February 22, 2026, under a sky that decided to shower us with rain, the Pacific Northwest Outdoor Association (PNOA) proudly made our debut at the 52nd Annual Vancouver Chinatown Spring Festival Parade – one of the city’s…

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PNOA Annual General Meeting 2026 Recap
Byyukichau January 28, 2026January 28, 2026

Together We Go—Happier, Safer, and Farther On January 25, 2026, the Pacific Northwest Outdoor Association (PNOA) successfully held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at Elgin Hall, South Surrey. Despite a sunny yet slightly chilly winter day, the atmosphere inside was warm and energetic, filled with passion for the outdoors and our community. A total of…

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PNOA Code of Conduct for Watersports
ByTimothy Chen January 20, 2026July 16, 2026

# Focus / 重点 Critical Rule (English / Chinese) 1 Safety / 安全 Follow Leader’s instructions. / 服从领队安排。 2 Group / 团队 We are “group in, group out.” Don’t leave without permission. / “团进团出” ，未经许可不得离队。 3 Preparedness / 准备 Choose routes based on your actual fitness level. / 根据您的真实体能选择路线。 4 Respect / 尊重 Treat all…

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PNOA Code of Conduct for Cycling
ByTimothy Chen January 19, 2026July 16, 2026

# Focus / 重点 Critical Rule (English / Chinese) 1 Safety / 安全 Follow Leader’s instructions. / 服从领队安排。 2 Group / 团队 We are “group in, group out.” Don’t leave without permission. / “团进团出” ，未经许可不得离队。 3 Preparedness / 准备 Choose routes based on your actual fitness level. / 根据您的真实体能选择路线。 4 Respect / 尊重 Treat all…

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PNOA Code of Conduct for Hiking/Backpacking
ByTimothy Chen January 19, 2026July 16, 2026

# Focus / 重点 Critical Rule (English / Chinese) 1 Safety / 安全 Follow Leader’s instructions. / 服从领队安排。 2 Group / 团队 We are “group in, group out.” Don’t leave without permission. / “团进团出” ，未经许可不得离队。 3 Preparedness / 准备 Choose routes based on your actual fitness level. / 根据您的真实体能选择路线。 4 Respect / 尊重 Treat all…

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PNOA Fourth Quarter Newsletter – Q4 2025 Recap
Byyukichau January 9, 2026January 9, 2026

Dear PNOA Members and Friends, Happy New Year! First and foremost, we apologize for the slight delay in sending out this newsletter—the holiday season and New Year festivities kept everyone busy with cherished family moments, festive gatherings, and enjoying the beautiful winter outdoors! As we warmly welcome 2026, let’s take a moment to reflect on an…

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PNOA Code of Conduct for Skiing/Snowboarding
ByTimothy Chen November 30, 2025July 17, 2026

# Focus / 重点 Critical Rule (English / Chinese) 1 Safety / 安全 Follow Leader’s instructions. / 服从领队安排。 2 Group / 团队 We are “group in, group out.” Don’t leave without permission. / “团进团出” ，未经许可不得离队。 3 Preparedness / 准备 Choose routes based on your actual skill level. / 根据您的真实滑行水平选择路线。 4 Respect / 尊重 Treat all…

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PNOA Outdoor Safety at Vancouver
ByPaul Tan November 3, 2025November 3, 2025

🌲 Outdoor Safety Workshop Recap: Sunshine, Skills & Community After several days of rain, November 2, 2025, surprised us with a brilliant morning sun—just in time for our Outdoor Safety Workshop. Eleven enthusiastic participants gathered to learn, share, and connect over a shared love for the outdoors. Hosted by our local outdoor club, the event…

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PNOA Outdoor Safety Workshop IV: Cycling Safety & First Aid
Byyukichau October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

户外安全讲座第4期：骑行安全和紧急救护 What a fantastic day for learning and connecting with fellow outdoor enthusiasts! Despite a rainy start to the morning that had us all bundling up, the skies cleared into a beautifully sunny afternoon, mirroring the bright energy of everyone who gathered for PNOA’s Outdoor Safety Workshop IV. Held at Elgin Hall in South…

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PNOA Annual Clean-Up and Gathering: A Rainy Day of Community and Adventure
Byyukichau October 19, 2025October 27, 2025

Posted on October 19, 2025 What a memorable day it was yesterday! Despite the relentless downpour, the PNOA community’s spirit shone brighter than ever at our Imperial Landing Park Cleanup and Member Gathering Event on Saturday, October 18, 2025. As a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting outdoor activities and environmental stewardship, PNOA brought together passionate…

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PNOA Quarterly Newsletter – Q3 2025 (July–September)
Byyukichau October 12, 2025October 16, 2025

As summer’s warmth gave way to autumn’s golden hues, the PNOA community dove into the Pacific Northwest’s diverse terrains with unyielding spirit, navigating waterways, summits, and cycles through ever-shifting seasons. From heart-pounding grinds and island spins to immersive backpacking odysseys and river drifts, Q3 embodied our love for exploration and camaraderie. We delivered over 25…

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