By Holly Weiler Cover photo courtesy of Holly Weiler Holly Weiler is the Eastern Washington Regional Coordinator for Washington Trails Association and the Trailhead columnist for Out There.
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The conservation story of the lands burned by the Great Fire of 1910 By Bri Loveall Cover photo courtesy of The Great Burn Conservation Alliance Last spring, my family and I made our first camping trip of the season to the Lolo National Forest. At our campsite, bearberry grew in thick, low-growing clumps. A well-worn
By James P. Johnson Cover photo courtesy of USFS If someone puts up a sign next to a hiking trail, I’ll stop and read it. If I’ve read it before, even multiple times, I’ll still stop and read it since I’m not at the top of the rankings for reading retention. A hiking trail with
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Free Outdoor-themed Entertainment Cover photo courtesy of Shallan Knowles Outdoor Education Are you interested in learning more about Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or needing to recertify? A WFA class provides an excellent foundation of skills for anyone who spends a lot of time in the backcountry. Longleaf is hosting a class at St. George’s School
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(Photos courtesy of CHAFE 150) For cyclists who crave both stunning scenery and a worthy challenge, the CHAFE 150 is a ride that belongs on your calendar. On Saturday June 14, 2025, this annual gran fondo rolls out from Sandpoint, Idaho, offering an unforgettable riding experience with magical mountain and lake views on your choice
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By Lisa Laughlin Cover photo courtesy of Priest Lake Watersports If this list doesn’t send you into a race-registering frenzy, I don’t know what will. Our region is packed with incredible options for running, riding, triathlon-ing, and getting outside from March through October. The only problem, my friends: you can’t be in two places at
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By Paul Delaney Cover photo courtesy of Paul Delaney Mother Nature seems to want to protect as best as possible a picturesque canyon south of Spokane that contains Latah Creek. The stream’s banks are largely private property criss-crossed by barbed wire. Access from above is also limited. That leaves the creek itself as the only
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Here’s why you should get your pass to unlimited skiing and snowboarding at the best price now! Cover photo courtesy of 49 Degrees North Want to save hundreds of dollars while getting out on the snow even more next year? How about skipping the ticket window and never again questioning if it’s worth heading up
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Basic Bicycle Maintenance You Can Do Yourself Cover photo courtesy of Two Wheeler & Ski Dealer Regular bicycle maintenance keeps your bike running efficiently and extends the lifespan of its components. With a few simple checks and cleaning routines, you can prevent costly repairs and ensure a smooth, safe ride. Start putting this list of
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Learn bike maintenance tips and win prizes at Hayden’s Two Wheeler Dealer Join Hayden, Idaho’s Two Wheeler & Ski Dealer’s “Ask a Mechanic Anything Event,” Friday, March 14 from 5-7 p.m. This evening Q&A with the shop’s bike mechanic team will cover maintenance tips and the latest cycling trends. The event includes exclusive discounts on
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