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PNOA Debut at the 52nd Annual Vancouver Chinatown Spring Festival Parade
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
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
# 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 Quarterly Newsletter – Q3 2025 (July–September)
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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PNOA Paddling the River of Golden Dreams – July 13, 2025
On July 13, 2025, 12 PNOA members enjoyed a magical day paddling the River of Golden Dreams, led by Paul and Michael. We began our adventure at Alta Lake, where strong winds and choppy waves made it quite a challenge to stand on the paddleboards. Despite the effort, the sunny skies and lively atmosphere—filled with…
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