“Pronunciation question: Does ‘Iller’ Creek rhyme with ‘miller’ or ‘miler’?” That’s the unassuming question I posted on Facebook last fall, and it was the moment I learned where my active outdoor friends and my grammar geek friends overlap – and sharply disagree. Confession: Until adulthood, I thought “awry” was pronounced “AW-ree.” I thought “frigate” was […]
The R in Washington is Silent Read More »
For thousands of years people have enjoyed the little peninsula upstream from the confluence of Latah Creek and the Spokane River. The name “People’s Park” says a lot about the long history of this place that separates the Spokane River from the downstream reach of Latah Creek (also known as Hangman Creek). People’s Park is
People’s Park: An Oasis of Nature Near Downtown Spokane Read More »
Thinking about a biking or hiking outing along a section of the John Wayne Trail or a multi-day trip from one end to the other? Here are a few things to keep in mind. The John Wayne Trail is one of only two cross-state rail trails in the U.S. (the other is in Missouri), and
State of the John Wayne Trail Read More »
My throat itched and I could feel a thin layer of soot building in my nose from a nearby wildfire as we wound through a smoky canyon at McClellan Conservation Area. We hiked toward a moderate crack my friend Kevin Klim was in the process of developing as a new route. He had spent hours
To Bolt or Not to Bolt: Time for a Conversation on Local Climbing Ethics? Read More »
It was a cool, spring day in early March 1966, when more than 70 people assembled on the east side of the Dishman Hills in the Spokane Valley to start a campaign to save this spot as a natural area for public enjoyment. These hikers were winter-weary and looking forward to stretching their legs while
Dishman Hills Historical Highlights: Tom Rogers, Conservation Pioneer Read More »
The Booty has Been Found. Congratulations to the winner! Play the OTM Backcountry Booty treasure hunt contest and you get to explore different trails around the region and possibly win gift certificates for cool outdoor gear and other prizes. Here’s how it works: 1. We hide a booty certificate, that’s good for whatever prizes are
If you are looking for quality footwear that is always pushing the boundaries of comfort, fit and function, you can’t go wrong with Garmont. The popular Nagevi women’s hiking shoe is back and better than ever. This fast, light hiker features vegan construction and a sleek, beautiful design. Garmont’s Anatomically Directed Design (a.d.d.) promises a
Gear to Cure Spring Fever: Garmont Nagevi Women’s Hiking Shoe Read More »
In the January issue, Out There Monthly announced a new program, the Team OTM Challenge, which encourages our readers to complete at least one participating race each month from May through October. We’re working with race directors of more than 30 events (and counting) in 2016 to provide a diverse selection of runs, rides, triathlons
Team OTM Offers Race Discounts, Camaraderie and Plenty of Personal Challenge Read More »
The Booty has Been Found. Congratulations to the winner! Play the OTM Backcountry Booty scavenger hunt contest and you get to explore different trails around the region and possibly win gift certificates for cool outdoor gear and other prizes. Here’s how it works: 1. We hide a booty certificate, that’s good for whatever prizes are
Backcountry Booty: Team OTM Challenge & Lyte Balance (Hidden 3.5.16; Found 3.15.16) Read More »
Spokane Nordic’s annual 20/30/50 kilometer loppet on Sunday March 6, 2016. A what you might ask? A loppet is a ski event with a distance over 15 kilometers with an emphasis on participation and fun. For some it’s intense competition, for most it’s a relaxing way to spend a day outside with friends. It is
Take the 20, 30 or 50 K “Loppet” Cross-Country Ski Challenge (March 6) Read More »
