For Ben and Kacey Deakins, owners of Solnix, running a local gear shop is just a way to tap into what they really love: the passionate outdoors community of Spokane. Have just one conversation with either of them, as we did one morning this fall, and you can sense their love for that community and how it translates to a great gear shop culture. 

The Deakins have been at the helm of Solnix, formerly known as Shred Sports, since December 2023. “Sol” means sun, “nix” means snow, and the cross-season nod in Latin isn’t just indicative of the gear options you can find in the shop; Ben and Kacey do all the sports in all the seasons, which has included teaching their five kids to snowboard on local mountains. It puts them in a prime position to curate and recommend top-of-the-line gear that will perform for their customers, like kids’ gear designed to expand as kids grow.  

Ben’s roots with the shop go back to the mid-90s, when he got a job as a teen at what was then called Sports Outlet. The shop sported a neon color scheme and discount gear that had been over-manufactured. Kacey, who he was dating at the time, drove him to his work shifts on Argonne from Deer Park, because he didn’t have a car. Ben left the shop for a career in the corporate world in the early 2000s but often still took shifts when he was back in town for seasonal stints. Even when he traveled for his full-time job, shop culture was on his radar; he stopped in at gear shops across the country to check out the offerings and chat with employees. “I like to talk about gear. That’s always been a part of my life,” says Ben. 

Josh, the shop manager at Solnix, walked in for the morning, and Ben paused our interview to introduce us. Josh gave a wave and headed to the back of the shop to get ready for the day.  

During his travels, Ben noticed that some shops had a far more welcoming atmosphere than others. In late 2022, when the opportunity arose for Ben to take the lead at Shred Sports, he knew the type of shop culture he wanted to continue.  

“The overwhelming trend when you go into another shop [can be that] you just don’t feel like you’re welcome. You’re not core enough, not wearing the right clothes, or maybe you don’t look like you have enough money, whatever that is. As the leader of the shop, I feel like overall the culture and the vibe of the shop is that anyone can walk through that door and be welcome. Our employees are valued and shown that they matter to the business,” he says.  

Ben’s oldest son, Rome, walked in for his shift. Ben paused our interview to put us on a first-name basis and told a story about buying snow gear for Rome that lasted through all five kids.  

Solnix is a family affair: Kacey works side by side with Ben, and most of their kids have pulled time behind the counter. It’s a metaphor for how rooted Solnix is in the local outdoors community. They treat other members of that community like family.  

To support that larger community, Ben and Kacey started an annual parking lot movie night each November, a kickoff to winter that raises funds for the Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center (IPAC). They’ve continued the employee mountain party that the shop has historically hosted, a private event for employees of the four local mountains—ski patrol members and lifties alike—to gather at the shop for food, beer, prizes, and a special discount on brand-new gear, so even teen employees can have a shot at getting outfitted in the best brands. “I think that’s one of the real flagship events for the shop, where it’s just to give back,” says Ben. “It’s to show appreciation for them keeping the mountains open, and it’s a fun night.”  

Connor walked in for his shift a bit before opening time, 9 a.m., and Ben again paused to introduce us, greeting him by first name like he did each employee.  

Solnix offers first responders and ski patrol members discounts year-round to help stoke the backbone of the outdoors industry they love. They’ve also continued the Out Cold event, an early December party (held Dec. 9 at Brickwest Brewing this year) that shows the “super cheesy” ‘90s snowboarding movie and offers attendees raffle prizes and free ski and board waxings, with funds donated to a local snowboard and ski nonprofit like IPAC or Mt. Spokane Ski Patrol. This year, it will be IPAC, which lost some of its funding from federal budget cuts.  

“I love Spokane,” says Ben. “We were born and raised in this area. And I know it gets a lot of shade, but it’s a great town. We have such abundant access to outdoor activities that there’s hardly a place around that could parallel it. I love the community, and I want people to do these sports, not just as a business.” 

Check out the Deakins’ curated gear and culture at Solnix at 4505 N. Division St. in Spokane. And don’t be surprised if you leave knowing a few names of the people working at the shop, supporting the outdoors industry we all love.  

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Walk through the narrow entrance to Baby Bar and you’ll find yourself in one of downtown Spokane’s most beloved hangouts. Dimly lit, with unique paintings and juice squeezed fresh right in front of you, the place radiates a community vibe you can feel as soon as you step inside. Just next door, Neato Burrito dishes out giant burritos that are vegan-friendly with a satisfying meat option. Together, the two spots are more than a bar and burrito joint—they’re an extension of the home of owners Patty and Tim and the family they’ve raised inside those walls. 

Patty started at Baby Bar as an employee after working at the Elk Public House. It was at the Elk that she realized she wanted her own place. “I liked how they did things there. I felt appreciated,” she says. That sense of appreciation has carried through everything she and Tim have built. They don’t call their staff employees—they’re coworkers, each with a seat at the table. 

Their children—Ruby, Bennett, and Banks—grew up at Baby Bar. “Ruby was two when we started,” Patty says. After school, the kids would come in to clean, prep and help however they could. “This place really was an extension of our home,” she adds. Adam, who started working there years ago and never left, is now considered part of the family too. Today, it’s the kids who keep Neato and Baby Bar running strong. 

In 2023, Patty tried retirement. It lasted a year. “I was going nuts!” she laughs. She’s now back where it all began—working at the Elk and enjoying it—while her kids keep the burritos rolling and the bar lights glowing. 

If the Baby Bar feels like home, that’s intentional. Written behind the bar are “house rules,” the same kind you’d expect if you were sitting in someone’s living room. “Community breeds community,” Tim says. “That’s what this place is all about.” 

Live shows are part of the heartbeat of the bar. Since COVID, all performances have been all-ages, opening the door to a new generation of music fans. Drag nights and open-mic poetry fill out the schedule, keeping the space vibrant and creative. Both Patty and Tim once played in bands, and their love of performance continues to shape the culture of Baby Bar. 

For others, it’s the drinks. The bar’s reputation for fresh-squeezed juice (orange, lime, lemon, grapefruit) means you can order something refreshing, boozy or not. “We can make just about anything non-alcoholic,” Patty says. 

And then there’s the food. Neato Burrito is that rare spot where everyone—vegan, gluten-free or meat-loving—can sit down together and find something they love. “It’s really easy to feed people when it’s healthy,” Tim says. If the bar is open, the kitchen is serving, and for many in Spokane, that combination has made Neato Burrito part of the rhythm of daily life. 

Even the details reflect Patty and Tim’s values. They swapped out PBR for Douglas Lager, a 100% locally-produced beer, and kept the price the same. It’s a small move, but one that underscores their commitment to supporting Spokane. 

That ethos extends beyond the walls of the bar and burrito shop. For years, Neato Burrito and Baby Bar have run ads in Out There Venture. Their hand-drawn artwork, once sketched by local artist Tiffany Patterson, later by Patty with a Sharpie, and now by their son Bennett, has become a kind of scavenger hunt for readers. You can always find their ad—it just might take a moment to decipher it—and that uniqueness has become part of their charm. 

When asked why they continue to advertise with Out There Venture, their answer is simple: “It’s locally owned, and we love the outdoors,” Tim says. “The readers are our people. They’re active, outdoorsy and they care about what they put in their bodies. I mean, a burrito is the perfect travel food.” 

Like the magazine, Neato Burrito and Baby Bar are rooted in community. Family-owned, deeply loved, and still guided by the idea that a neighborhood spot can feel like home, they’ve built a place where you can always find a friend—and a really good burrito!

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Without a doubt, Jackie Van Allen proves that decades of running is one of the greatest investments that one can make in oneself. Whether it’s miles on the road or personal milestones, she keeps going with heart and grit, and her journey is an inspiration to everyone watching from near or far. 

Jackie stands taller than most runners, frequently wears sunglasses and a running hat with a floppy brim, and she beams a wonderful smile whenever any conversation turns toward running. Since she doesn’t harbor any vanity or ego, people listen whenever she speaks. She features a recognizable gait wherever she runs. It’s usually easy to pick her out of a race crowd, because she really loves pink running shoes. Some even argue she has the largest collection of race t-shirts in Spokane. She’s been running with the Spokane Swifts, a women’s running team, for a couple of decades, and she recently completed her 75^th marathon and 80^th half marathon. 

“I didn’t start running until I was 21,” recalls Jackie. “Back in the 1980s there was the Jane Fonda workout VHS tapes. It included limited cardio, but I read in a magazine that Jane trained and ran a 10km fun run. I thought if she could run it, I should be able to run it too. I was living in Dickinson, North Dakota, a rural area with few runners. It was common for people to stop their car and ask if I needed a ride. They must have thought running was my only mode of transportation.” 

After just a few months’ training, Jackie ran her first Bloomsday in 1985. Shortly after, she picked up “Galloway’s Book on Running” by Jeff Galloway, an All-American collegiate runner and a 1972 U.S. Olympic Team member in the 10,000 meters. The book proved to be a pivotal moment, because “he made training for a marathon sound easy! So, I ran my first marathon in 1988.” Like most runners, Jackie enjoyed some fabulous accomplishments in her career, along with some significant heartaches, but she remained deeply committed to running as regularly as possible. She also likes to point out that running with friends creates some of the most powerful relationships. She adores the talking and sharing that unfolds organically after several miles running together, and she still recommends Galloway’s book. 

Bloomsday holds a special place in her heart, but Jackie definitely appreciates a lot of the newer races that have been popping up in recent years. She loves trail runs, especially the super popular Hiawatha Trail Run, hosted by Negative Split, as well as the Sunflower Marathon in Mazama, Wash., and The Rut in Big Sky, Mont. She figures, the greater the challenge, the greater the reward. 

Whenever people learn just how much running is a part of Jackie’s life, they inevitably inquire about her tips and tricks for staying healthy and injury free. She doesn’t have a secret formula, but she returns to the same core elements over and over again. In no particular order, she emphasizes consistency in running routines, she encourages people to rotate shoes frequently to let shoes ‘recover,’ and she definitely believes in the power of massage and foam rolling. For the record, she burns through about six pairs of running shoes per year. Jackie also begins each morning with a fruit milkshake. 

Perhaps the greatest testament to Jackie’s involvement in the local running community stems from other runners in the region. Her friends and peers on the Spokane Swifts team absolutely adore her, and many of them were eager to say things like “she’s an inspiration,” “she’s the perfect mentor,” and “the world needs more people like Jackie.” Swift teammate Annelie Stockton says, “She is always so kind and has a very positive attitude. You can’t help but feel happy around her.” Swift teammate Heather LeFriec says, “I call her Queen Jackie! Her longevity as a marathon and ultramarathon runner is like no female we’ve ever known. She is someone I’ve known and looked up to for over 25 years. She’s always brought strength and consistency in everything she does, running and personally.” 

Jackie does most of her running in the cool and peaceful mornings because “you encounter fewer scheduling issues.” Since she started tracking her mileage in 1988, she recently surpassed 64,000 miles, and she is on pace to surpass 65,000 miles by the end of the year. Even though she doesn’t run every single day, she still averages around 45 miles per week. When asked what’s the one thing you wish more people knew about running, Jackie responded, “Give running a chance. The first three months are tough, and you may wonder, how could this ever be fun? But it will be fun, just be patient!” 

A quick search on the Out There Venture website brings up over 200 articles written by Jon Jonckers. He’s been a constant contributor since 2006, and he still enjoys sharing his love for the region with anyone willing to listen. 

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If you’ve ever wondered about Dry Fly Distilling’s logo, a hand-tied fishing fly, it’s because the idea for a regional grain-to-glass distillery was born on the banks of the Gallatin River in Montana when founder Don Poffenroth was fishing with a friend. There’s nothing dry about the result, which debuted in 2007 as Washington state’s first distillery since the prohibition era. Dry Fly has since evolved from making craft vodka and gin to a full lineup of whiskies, a downtown Spokane tasting room and a place in the heart of the region’s outdoors and restaurant communities.  

“We just very much appreciate our community, and that permeates through all of our products,” says now-President Patrick Donovan, who began as Dry Fly’s first employee about 17 years ago. Donovan’s favorite Dry Fly drink is the gin and tonic, which he enjoys after a local trail run or while hanging out in camp at Farragut State Park.  

In the last five years alone, Dry Fly has onboarded two canned cocktail lineups, made sanitizer during COVID-19 for the community (called Spokanitizer), moved into a multi-million-dollar new facility and, most recently, partnered with one of the premier wine makers in the country. 

What has stayed true to Dry Fly’s ethos is sourcing the good local ingredients we have in the Inland Northwest. Grains for their alcohols come from family farms within 30 miles of the distillery in a totally grain-to-glass operation. Some of the spent grains from the distillation process are fed to cattle in Medical Lake, where they source beef for the burger at their tasting room and restaurant location that opened downtown in 2021. 

Dry Fly loves to collaborate with companies like Revival Tea, Side Hustle Spirits, DOMA Coffee and Spiceology to bring creative and flavorful cocktails that bolster local businesses. “We very much believe in partnering with people in our community to create cool things,” says Donovan. “Sometimes it makes it harder, but most of the time it makes it a lot more fun and a lot more interesting.” When you sit down to a menu at Dry Fly’s happy hour, you’ll find a celebration of local goods.  

Dry Fly’s newer facility also includes a gift shop and large windows into the distilling room, notably marked by the giant copper stills set with gauges and threaded with pipes. “It’s like a Willy Wonka factory for adults,” says Donovon, a place where guests can book a tour or sign up for an interactive class like custom, small-batch gin making. (Check out dryflydistilling.com for a summer lineup of in-house events.)  

Dry Fly’s latest partnership with winemaker Charlie Wagner of Caymus Winery has resulted in a new line of wine-based canned cocktails, meant to be enjoyed on hikes, lakes, rivers and ski hills for their easy packability. (Read the Provisions article in this issue by Jon Jonckers for a deep-dive on those tasty new profiles.) These wine-based cocktails will also allow Dry Fly to get involved with community events in ways they couldn’t as a spirits provider. 

This summer you can find Dry Fly at Bourbon, Bacon and Brews (June 14), sponsoring Spokane Pride (June 14), at the Coeur d’Alene Emerge Block Party (July 11), and at the Wine, Women and Shoes event benefitting Idaho Youth Ranch (July 24).  

As Dry Fly widens their cast, the distillery is staying committed to community and an intimacy with each beverage that is unique to the marketplace. The love is something you’ll taste in the glass. Explore Dry Fly headquarters, restaurant and gift shop at 1021 W. Riverside, Spokane. Dryflydistilling.com  

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By creating a local food system, LINC connects people with fresher, healthier foods, drives community connections, and strengthens our local economy. What began as a way to connect farmers to wholesale customers (i.e. local restaurants) quickly expanded into a box subscription so individuals could take advantage of the program.  

“We’ve been so impressed by the extent of people who want to buy locally, even in the winter. Eating with the seasons can be challenging,” says Michelle Youngblom, manager and marketing director of LINC foods. You may find less-common produce in your winter boxes, like parsnips, but LINC provides recipe suggestions with each shipment to give you ideas on how to use your food.  

Great produce aside, LINC actively reduces carbon emissions by lowering food miles. They reuse cardboard boxes and use biodegradable packaging liners for their shipments. By connecting local farmers with a steady stream of customers through shoulder season, when farmers’ markets go away, they make it sustainable for small farmers to continue their best practices. The vision is to create a vibrant and more sustainable food system in the Inland Northwest, where getting in tune with your seasonal veggies and farmers connects you to the place.  

“When folks know the story behind the incredible-tasting peach or tomato they’re biting into, they’re able to feel connected to and hold appreciation for the farmers and the land where it grew,” says Youngblom. “Maybe it will inspire them to meet their farmer at the farmers’ market, visit a local farm, or get involved in land preservation projects.”  

LINC also works to make local foods more affordable for low-income families. They’ve partnered with the Spokane-based Food is For All program; Produce Rx, where doctors are able to prescribe produce boxes for people with nutrition-related health issues; and the We Feed Washington Program, which provides local food to 15 emergency food partners in our region, serving about 3,200 households monthly.  

If a produce subscription isn’t right for you, you can visit LINC’s website to place a one-time order of seasonal veggies from the LINC market. You can also order a ranch box, with local meats, a wine box, or include add-ons to any box in the form of microgreens, bread, mushrooms, fruit, flowers, eggs and more. LINC delivers within 10 miles of downtown Spokane, with pickup locations included in Spokane, Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Coeur d’Alene and Cheney.  

“We’ve loved being able to hear from our customers that opening their LINC Box is the highlight of their week,” says Youngblom. To cut back on trips to the grocery store, enjoy seasonal produce, and support your local farmer, sign up for your box at Lincfoods.com. 

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A new generation of outdoor adventure and nature lovers expect more from an RV resort or glamping experience. The owners of northeast Washington’s Ruby Creek Resort, Jake and Cody Abbott, have met that demand with vision that’s made their boutique, waterfront resort on the Pend Oreille River and Ruby Creek in Pend Oreille County an immediate success with over fifty 5-star reviews after last season’s first year of operation. 

The Abbotts purchased the property, formerly a B&B, that is surrounded by public lands about 20 miles north of Cusick in 2022. “We wanted to share this unique property that’s on the river and right across the highway from thousands of acres of the Colville National Forest with the rest of the word,” explains Jake, adding that there are endless opportunities to hike, mountain bike, or explore fire lookouts and scenic back roads including the International Selkirk Loop, all just a short drive away. “And then you get to come back to the resort and jump in the river and swim or go paddling, fishing, or boating,” he says.  

The resort’s amenities include 1,000 feet of river and creek waterfront; a 250-foot private beach with a new dock for boating and swimming; waterfront RV sites, including five with full hook ups and a couple with electricity and water; plus two fully-furnished bunkhouses with bathrooms and wireless Internet that each sleep six. When renting one or both bunkhouses, they come with private access to a downstairs mess hall featuring a full kitchen with a dining area for 12 people plus a tv and games.  

Adding to Ruby Creek Resort’s natural beauty, quiet and uncrowded setting, and amenities, the Abbotts have curated a modern camping experience with everything from yard games, disc golf, and kayaks to a communal fire pit for guests to congregate. Participate in resort-hosted events, including outdoor movie nights, live music (July 20 with Wiebe Jammin’), and an outdoor painting night with a local artist (June 13).  

The resort’s owners have a passion for making connections. “Our mission when we opened up was to connect people with all of the outdoor opportunities around us and with each other,” explains Jake. “We support many of the local events and giving back to the local communities is a big part of our business plan.” 

Ruby Creek Resort is pet friendly, has pre-reservable dock mooring space for most sizes of boats (accessed from a launch three miles away), boat trailer and vehicle parking on site, and is available as a special event space. More info at Rubycreekresort.com or follow the resort’s social pages for event updates. Call 509-957-3331 or e-mail info@rubycreekresort.com to make a reservation.  

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The Inland Northwest is fortunate to have an abundance of really great bike shops. There’s at least one in every urban corner of our region that is full of quality bikes, gear and experts ready to help. But what really makes a bike shop stand out so much that people go out of their way to shop or just stop in to say hello? Is it the variety or abundance of bikes? Is it all the accessories and clothing (with loads of women-specific gear)? Is it a shop cat? My favorite shop has a beautiful feline named Moto and the other mentioned attributes, but that’s not why it’s my go to bike shop. It’s the people, of course.  

I met Brenda Mangine of North Division Bicycle Shop when we bought “Out There Monthly” 11 years ago. She was the manager of the store and my contact at the shop for all things advertising related. Not only was she easy to work with, she was fun and laid-back. In 2015 Brenda and husband Scott Willegalle bought North Division Bike Shop and continue to provide excellent customer service.  

Usually you will find Brenda, Scott or both of them near the front counter of the shop, ready to assist the stream of loyal customers. The feeling is not one of condescension or high-pressure sales. They truly listen to what a person needs and provide real answers and solutions. I took a friend into the shop and though the interaction was fun and playful, they assessed her riding situation and found the perfect bike. What struck her the most was the customer service. “Within a week, I received a handwritten note thanking me for the purchase and reminding me I had a free tune-up when I’m ready,” says Alana Livingston, who also writes for Out There.  

The bike industry can be intimidating to many of us who like riding bikes but lack mechanical skills and don’t geek out on the latest bike tech. The array of bikes available and the sales jargon can be confusing, sending some to the local big box store to find a much lesser-quality entry level bike. Brenda and Scott create a warm and welcoming space for all types of riders and even have a great “used bike” section in the back room.  

Over the years as we’ve made many trips to North Division, bike mechanics have welcomed us into the shop, even letting our kiddo see what was being done to his bike to help him understand how it works. A visit to the shop feels like checking in with family, and it’s obvious that many other longtime customers feel the same way. When we are there for any length of time, we usually run into other acquaintances or friends. Brenda and Scott are widely loved and respected in the Spokane biking community, and if you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting them yet, stop by and say hello.  

We are grateful for our relationship and friendship that has spanned over a decade, and their consistent advertising has helped make creating each free issue of Out There possible. We hope you’ll thank them with a visit for your next bike or biking gear need! 

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Sponsored by DOMA Coffee

Cover photo courtesy of DOMA Coffee

Have you ever had a cup of coffee so great, it began to seem like something more than just coffee? We get it. At DOMA Coffee Roasting Company, we think of craft coffee as a journey, possibly one capable of true enlightenment. We’re on the search for the perfect coffee. 

Do we expect to find perfection? Not really. Perfection is an illusion. But there’s something beautiful in the searching. Like looking for the perfect summer, the perfect loaf of sourdough bread, or the perfect trail. The good news? The more searching we do, the more awesome coffee you get to drink.

Journeys are about people. At the heart of it, so is coffee. As we open ourselves up to epic learning, we work hard to roast notable craft coffee, the stuff loved by grandmas and coffee geeks alike, the cup of coffee you can’t help but get lost in for a while. Turns out, there’s a roast setting for that. 

What lights you up? What keeps you searching? That’s what we want DOMA Coffee to inspire in you. We use our business to cheer on fellow humans in their journey to do good in the world. We support artists and local cyclists. We bike, hike, ski, party and value fresh water and fresh air. We give to the Spokane Riverkeeper, Kootenai Environmental Alliance, Zion National Park and Protect Our Winters. We work to buy much of our coffee direct trade, which makes life better for everyone. 

For us, coffee is life. Because the search for good coffee is the search for a good life. We’d love to share a taste of it with you.

Visit the expanded DOMA Coffee Lab in Post Falls, Idaho, to find fresh-roasted craft coffee, the aforementioned coffee geeks (no grandmas guaranteed), our favorite coffee brewing gear, really cool DOMA merch, and more. The DOMA Cafè is set to open this spring in Coeur d’Alene. Drop by when you want to talk coffee. Your journey awaits. Domacoffee.com. 6240 E. Seltice Way, Unit A, Post Falls, Idaho. 208.667.1267

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Since the 2020 race had to be cancelled due to COVID-19, race organizers wanted to ensure that the 2021 race was “shutdown proof.” Volunteers quickly learned how to shift this one-of-a-kind race into a virtual event for people all over the Pacific Northwest to enjoy safely in their own way. The 2021 virtual Spokane River Run is set for anytime between April 16 and April 25.

2021 Event to Honor Longtime Participant Stephanie Schrimshire

This year marks the first virtual race but also the first race without one of the River Run’s longtime participants, Stephanie Schrimshire.  At 82, she was the oldest participant to run the 25k and an inspiration to all who had the privilege to know her. Stephanie was an avid biker and runner and began riding her bike to work on a daily basis in the late 70s, long before it was popular. Biking along with running were lifeblood to Stephanie and she participated in numerous Spokane events including the Spokane River Run.

Year after year Stephanie would ride her bike from her South Hill home to Riverside State Park, run the 25k trail, and then bike home again. With a smile on her face and joy that exuded from her, she made a point to stop at the water stations along the trail to visit with the volunteers, especially with the kids that were helping out; she embodied the true spirit of this run with her positive, community-oriented spirit.

Each year proceeds from the race not only benefit the Garfield APPLE program, but also Education First, Odyssey, and the North Central Girls Cross Country Track Team. This year a portion of proceeds will also be used to establish a scholarship, the Stephanie Scrimshire Scholarship, which will be awarded to a North Central High School senior.

Stephanie taught at North Central High School for over 25 years and had a lasting impact on many students, staff, and community members. She was a highlight of the run and will be greatly missed by everyone who had the pleasure to know her. Race organizers hope that by establishing a scholarship in her name, the run can continue to honor her legacy.  

2021 Spokane River Run Virtual Race Details

Many 2021 participants plan to run the traditional race route at Riverside State Park, and we want to encourage as many people as possible to enjoy scenic views of the

Spokane River as you traverse single-track trails through pine forest. If not, the beauty of a virtual race is the flexibility to choose when and where you run whether it be a treadmill or neighborhood run, the important part is getting active for a great cause.

Race dates are April 16-25 with registration open now. Race distances for the 2021 virtual race include 5K, 10K, 25K, and 50K. More information regarding cost, race info, trail location, and registration link can be found here.

Read more about 2021 live and virtual races in the Spokane and Coeur d’Alene area.

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