By Justin M. Short As I write this, I’m waiting for a visit from one of my best friends who I met riding a tricycle in a park in Portland 21 years ago. It’s interesting what draws us together as cyclists. Sometimes it’s the places we ride or the random meet-ups on a favorite trail. A conversation turns into exchanged phone […]
Biking or walking to a local farmers market is great summertime urban adventure, offering exercise and healthy food.
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Our second adventure is a family-friendly visit to the Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge (TNWF), located 6 miles south of Cheney, Washington, to hike through the Channeled Scablands on the Stubblefield Trail. Currently, the entrance gate is closed as well as all facilities; however, the trails of Turnbull are open for your enjoyment, and no entrance fee required.
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Enjoy the spring beauty of Odessa Craters, with its gorgeous spring wildflowers and unique geology, but come with tick-repellant.
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By Maya Jewell Zeller Enjoy these trails and abundant wildlife close to Spokane on foot, but please be aware that dogs and mountain bikes are not allowed. A Discover Pass is also required to park at the Indian Painted Rocks Trailhead located off of West Rutter Parkway in north Spokane. Little Spokane River Trail (3.5
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Here are 100+ good reasons to exercise and get out of the house this spring, summer, and fall. Registering to participate in an event motivates commitment to health and fitness routines and inspires travel to other cities and regions of the Pacific Northwest. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or Strava-addicted competitor, there is something for
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The rapid spread of the coronavirus and far-reaching implications around the world over the past several weeks have rattled individuals, communities, and the economy in ways most of us have never experienced. Things will almost certainly get better, but in the meantime, here are some ideas and inspiration to take a bit of the edge
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Spring will be here before we know it, and the Spokane Great Outdoors and Bike Expo at the Spokane Convention Center on Feb 22-23 is the Inland Northwest’s kickoff to the spring and summer outdoor season. The event includes over 70 vendors including bike and gear shops, zipline companies, bike parks, travel destinations, outdoor clubs and agencies,
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Clint Eastwood once said it best in one of the Dirty Harry movies: “A man’s got to know his limitations.” As I flounder through middle age, I like to think that I know mine, but as I am frequently reminded by my better half, I don’t. Evidently it’s not ok for me to free climb
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Come January, winter stoke is soaring—but so is the treacherousness of mountain passes and the increase of carbon footprints as winter sports enthusiasts chase fun-hog status. Fortunately, Amtrak’s Empire Builder offers daily service to Whitefish, Mont. from Seattle, Wenatchee, Spokane, and Sandpoint. Board the train in the afternoon or late evening and wake up in
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