Cover photo courtesy of Friends of the Bluff A steep, sketchy gully on Spokane’s South Hill just became a gateway to adventure. The new Rocket Gulch Stairs now connect neighborhood streets to the High Drive Bluff trail system, turning what was once a loose, hazardous slope into a sturdy, city-approved access point. Built by Washington […]
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Uncrowded and Untamed, Republic-Area Snowmobile Trails Showcase Washington’s Wild Side Republic sits in that sweet spot for Inland Northwest snowmobiling: far enough from the I-90 corridor crowds to feel like you’ve escaped, but close enough to make a long weekend realistic out of Spokane and North Idaho. In winter, the mountains in and surrounding Ferry
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Winter in the Inland Northwest has a way of pulling people outside. A fresh foot of snow transforms familiar hills into something softer and quieter, and suddenly the idea of gliding or stomping through the woods feels like a fun thing to do. Whether you’re a seasoned Nordic skier or someone who just likes wandering
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Cover photo courtesy of Idaho Forest Group At Idaho Forest Group (IFG), conservation isn’t a side initiative—it’s the foundation of our mission. Across every mill, forest, and partnership, we work to responsibly manage natural resources today while preserving them for tomorrow. From trailheads to tree lines, IFG plays a vital role in sustaining the lands,
Blazing the Way with 15 Years of Trail Stewardship in Idaho Cover photo courtesy of the Idaho Trails Association In 2010, a small group of people came together to address a big problem in Idaho’s backcountry. Many trails had become impassable due to lack of maintenance; trails built throughout Idaho’s history were being lost to
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By Rick Shaffer, Prime Minister of Historic Wallace, Idaho & North Idaho Bike Trails Cover photo courtesy of Shallan Knowles Ever had that feeling that it’s September (already?!), and you haven’t had your fill of hiking, pedaling, kayaking or huck picking? What the heck happened to summer? Well, you’re in luck. With cooler fall temps
Family-friendly hikes from creekside strolls to alpine summits Cover photo by Kari Medig and courtesy of Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism The mountains are calling, and I must go. But with a family? You bet. Whether you’ve got tots or teens, the Nelson and Kootenay Lake region has a hiking trail for you. Located naturally off
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Cover photo courtesy of Visit Sandpoint Sandpoint is a great basecamp for exploring trails throughout the Idaho Panhandle. Choose from lower-elevation trails near water that are great for swimming or high-country hikes with summer wildflowers and mountain views. Here are a few local favorites. Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge: There are a number of easy trails
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Cover photo courtesy of Schweitzer Mountain Resort June is the best summer month to ride most of Sandpoint’s trails for peak conditions and low trail traffic. But later in the summer as trails dry out in the high country is when most of Schweitzer’s trails really shine. Whether you’re looking for lift-served descents, mellow forested
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Cover photo courtesy of Shallan Knowles Trail users planning visits to Riverside State Park this summer should be aware of a major forest health project that began in April and will continue through June. The project covers a 340-acre area between Seven Mile Road and Carlson Road and aims to reduce wildfire risk and improve
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