MISSOULA — A big winter storm can either make or break your outdoor plans.

That's why a Missoula man made a website, pulling data like snow depth and forecasts from weather organizations and government agencies.

Watch the full story: OutsideDB helping winter recreationists stay informed

"Even if it's Monday, I'm thinking about what I'm doing on the weekends," OutsideDB website creator Eric Tangedahl said,

Tangedahl has spent his life in front of a screen working in information technology.

"I want to learn about new technologies and figure out how they work," Tangedahl noted.

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Three years ago, Tangedahl decided to combine his passion for winter outdoor activities with his tech knowledge to create OutsideDB.

"I think it just gives an opportunity to visualize th

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