March 28th is Opening Day for Trails! Join a group hike/ride or go on your own, then, meet back at The Nest at Kendall Yards to join trail groups and enthusiasts to mingle, share stories and pick up information for the summer outdoor season. Local shops will provide prizes and coupons. Friends of Centennial Trail will […]
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HAVE YOU EVER heard anyone whine about a lack of recreation facilities? Like, hey man, there ought to be a dog park, skate park, playground, river access point, and/or mountain bike skills park on the vacant DOT land next to I-90, right here? I mean, man, if they can pay for a fire engine, library,
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DIRT PROVIDES RESPITE for a runner’s body, while road is unforgiving. “Trail running is so much softer on joints and bones; I could not put in nearly as much mileage if it was all on pavement. Also, just the beauty of it and getting out of the city and back to nature,” says Chris Zeller,
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Cover photo courtesy of Carl Barrentine Washington Wild announced in September that longtime Spokane conservation advocate Jeff Lambert was named the 2025 recipient of the Karen M. Fant Conservation Award. The annual honor recognizes volunteers who demonstrate exceptional grassroots leadership in protecting Washington’s wild lands and waters. For more than three decades, Lambert has worked
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By Olivia Dugenet Cover photo courtesy of Olivia Dugenet Washington State Parks is promoting a new health treatment. Anyone can get a prescription. In fact, people are encouraged to write themselves prescriptions. Studies suggest this treatment improves sleep, enhances the immune system, lowers blood pressure, and reduces the risk of diabetes and stroke. There is
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The Spokane Audubon Society (SAS) advocates for birds and their habitats in the Inland Northwest and connects people with nature. But did you know the Spokane Audubon Society also collaborates with other groups and agencies to secure public lands? That work helps protect bird and other wildlife habitat from development. It also provides public access
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By Holly Weiler Free Outdoor-Themed Entertainment Fundraisers, Contests, and Events Stewardship, Conservation, & Volunteer Opportunities
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How scenic hikes can help protect young eyes Cover photo courtesy of Amy McCaffree By Amy McCaffree Nothing against carrots, but spending two hours outside every day is a better way to protect children’s eyesight. With screentime at record highs, the rate of children in the U.S. developing myopia, more commonly known as nearsightedness,
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Join guided group outings to Spokane-area natural areas where you’ll learn about and engage with local history, native plant and wildlife identification, outdoor survival, art and more. Some events are adults only and may require pre-registration. Sign up at scld.org/events Learn about Nature at Bear Lake June 7: Learn the names of the plants and
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Your ultimate Inland Northwest guide for hikes, floats, bike rides, fishing spots, history and adventure Cover photo courtesy of Jon Jonckers Long days, cool waters and mountain trails—summer in the Inland Northwest is pure magic. Whether you’re chasing adrenaline or searching for serenity, you’ll find the right outdoor adventure to match your mood in this
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