Connecting to the world through trail work By Claire Thompson Cover photo courtesy of Xander Demetrios Not far from the trailhead on the Indian Creek trail in the North Cascades’ Glacier Peak Wilderness, an unnamed side stream spills from the eastern flanks of Mount David into the White River. A few summers ago, my Forest […]
Cover photo Courtesy of the Twisp Chamber of Commerce Located in the heart of the Methow Valley, Twisp, Wash., captivates visitors with its picturesque beauty and vibrant community spirit. The town of Twisp rests on the valley floor where the pristine waters of the Methow and Twisp rivers meet. Surrounded by the rugged peaks of
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The Inland Northwest is home to hundreds of lakes within an hour’s drive in any direction. When the temperatures start to rise, it’s time to get out on the lake! Pick something in the list below you might enjoy, then find the corresponding number for details on which lakes make the best fit for your
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As my colleague pointed out, “It’s good to write about wolves; everyone is interested because everyone has an opinion.” Wolves were functionally extinct in Washington from the 1930’s until the first breeding pair showed up in 2008. This season, wolves have dispersed into new territory on the westside, edging them closer to the state’s recovery
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If you don’t know about the “I Survived” historical fiction book series by Lauren Tarshis, then your kids likely do. Popular with readers from 3rd grade and older (ages 8+), including middle-schoolers, each story is based on a major true-life disaster, including historical-notable natural ones (such as the 1982 Mount St. Helen’s eruption) or human-caused
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Eclipse Power Yoga, in Spokane, Wash., offers Yoga in the Wild classes and retreats that combine yoga and hiking.
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Six of the best Inland NW destinations for mountain biking, with trails for all levels and mountain town amenities for a multiday bike trip.
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List of summer camps in Washington and Idaho that provide unique, adrenaline-pumping, high-adventure recreation and nature-based skills.
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Learn what the thrills are really like while surfing the world’s largest stationary wave at Lakeside Surf in Chelan, Washington.
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Annual list of regional summer camps and nature-based schools to help #OutThereKids live their full-potential during this COVID-era summer.
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