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6 Ways to Get Outside this Summer with the Spokane County Library District 

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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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Hike these Sandpoint-Area Trails 

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Cover photo courtesy of Visit Sandpoint Sandpoint is a great basecamp for exploring trails throughout the Idaho Panhandle. Choose from lower-elevation trails near water that are great for swimming or high-country hikes with summer wildflowers and mountain views. Here are a few local favorites.  Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge: There are a number of easy trails

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Forest Health Work to Temporarily Impact Riverside Trails 

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Cover photo courtesy of Shallan Knowles Trail users planning visits to Riverside State Park this summer should be aware of a major forest health project that began in April and will continue through June. The project covers a 340-acre area between Seven Mile Road and Carlson Road and aims to reduce wildfire risk and improve

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100+ Summer Adventures 

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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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Where to Swim, Paddle, Boat, and Hike Around Sandpoint’s Lake Pend Oreille

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Photos courtesy of Visit Sandpoint Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho’s largest and deepest lake, serves as a stunning natural centerpiece for the Sandpoint area, with summer offering up an abundance of opportunities to explore its waters, trails, and shorelines. Whether you’re paddling quiet backwaters, cruising beneath mountain ridgelines, or hiking to panoramic lake vistas, there’s no

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“Glacier National Park” by Jean Arthur 

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Cover photo courtesy of Bri Loveall When you pick up a guidebook, you’re probably on a mission for information (starting point, elevation gain, toilets). Secondary concerns might include the views, wildlife, and plants along the way. I, for one, do not expect a guidebook to also be beautiful and interjected with science and history. This

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NW Music Festivals You Can Bikepack To (Or Day Ride From)

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Cover photo courtesy of Carol Corbin Explore these summer outdoor music festivals in the Pacific Northwest that you can bikepack to and camp at—or drive and bring your bike for day rides between music sets. For gear and route planning tips, visit Bikepacking.com, a top resource for adventure cyclists. Kettle River Music Festival – Curlew,

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Wednesdays in the Woods: Free Summer Events at Riverside State Park, Spokane WA

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June marks the return of the popular Wednesdays in the Woods events at Riverside State Park in Spokane, Washington, hosted by the Riverside State Park Foundation. These free public events offer family-friendly educational presentations on local wildlife, Spokane hiking trails, and outdoor recreation in Washington’s largest state park. The event series kicks off June 4

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The Trailhead: Inland NW Trail & Outdoor News — Your Guide to Outdoor Adventures in the Inland Northwest

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Free outdoor-themed entertainment  Cover photo courtesy of Ammi Midstokke Outdoor Culture & History Events  This year marks the bicentennial of Fort Colville on the Columbia River just west of Kettle Falls, with several events planned throughout the year to mark the occasion. On June 20 the organizers have coordinated with the Colville Confederated Tribes to

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