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Photo of the Spokane River by Holly Weiler.

Riverside State Park Military Cemetery Loop

From the military cemetery near Fort George Wright and Spokane Falls Community College, begin this hike by walking east on the Centennial Trail. The trail ...
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The Skiing Life: It’s a Family Affair

49 Degrees North Ski Resort Owner John Eminger and His Family Have Made Skiing Their Shared Passion  “The thing about skiing as a family activity ...
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Avalanche Safety Classes: If You’re Going to Ski or Ride the Backcountry, Be Prepared

Riding season is upon us, including the influx of powder-enticing ski/snowboard movies. As we watch in awe as the pros rip and slash through the ...
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Beyond the Riverbank: Preserving Shoreline Trails and Community Connections

Recently, I found myself pondering the ways that our river brings us the value we have come to love and even expect. We all get ...
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Hikers in the alpine wilderness.

Looking Back at the Spokane Mountaineers (1993 to 1998)

The 1993 summer outing was held in North Cascades National Park. The big conservation effort this year was organized by the author of this article, ...
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Ski Film Preview: Build the Winter Stoke with the Season’s Best Ski Movies

For those who anticipate winter’s arrival with frothing mouths and dreams of what may come, this past year came with an unfamiliar set of struggles, ...
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Ski Swap Buyer’s Guide: Finding the Right Gear and Having a Blast at Your Local Ski Swap

Ski season might appear to be a long way away, but the region’s ski swaps are nearly upon us. Whether you are an avid swap-goer ...
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The Secret Lives of Bike Shop Mechanics

What do you know about the person who works on your bike when you take it to a local bike shop? I randomly selected three ...
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Winter Fun and Fitness: Strategies for Skiers and other Winter Recreationists

Currently we are witnessing the transition of seasons which is warmly embraced in the Pacific Northwest. Common are the blue skies, crisp mornings, bright fall ...
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