On hot, sunny summer days, a waterfront park is one of the best places to be. Kids can swim, play on the beach, and dig in the rocky sand. A family can also paddle together, go fishing, or hike or bike on nearby trails before cooling and picnicking in the relaxing shade of towering pines. […]
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By Paul Delaney For those who wonder what the pioneers might have seen as they traveled the Oregon Trail in the 1840s, take a trip to the Owyhee River in faraway southeastern Oregon. And while you’re at it, since you likely drove hundreds of miles, better take the next five days and experience the 50 miles of Owyhee
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With so many lakes, rivers, trails, and public land acres throughout the Inland Northwest, adventure is always close by. Here are 35 ideas, activities, and destinations to find it.
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The newly formed Washington Recreate Responsibly Coalition brings together more than 50 organizations to simplify and amplify guidance for getting outside safely during the COVID-19 era. Brought together under the leadership of Washington Trails Association, outdoor retailer REI, and state land managers, the coalition includes government agencies, nonprofits, and outdoor businesses inspired by a love
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Avoiding crowds but not the fun — ideas for outdoor family recreation and adventure in the age of COVID-19.
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By Chris Cindric Now that most Washington State parks and public lands open again, this is truly welcome news. The ability to get outside has been the saving grace for many of us during this time of quarantine and social distancing. To help you make the most of your outdoor time and keep things fresh, the
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Washington State Governor Jay Inslee adjusted the Stay Home – Stay Healthy proclamation on April 27, 2020, to allow for the re-opening of state parks and public lands, state hunting and fishing operations, golf operations, and day-use activities and trails in other public parks and public lands. Starting May 5, 2020, certain outdoor recreational activities will be permitted again with social distancing restrictions and coronavirus-related hygiene requirements.
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Summertime is for kids to experience outdoor adventure—the hands-in-dirt, skinned knees, messy-hair-don’t-care type of adventure. Here’s our annual list of regional summer camps and nature-based schools that provide unique opportunities for learning about nature, science, and outdoor skills—with something for every child, any age, and every family.
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Here are 100+ good reasons to exercise and get out of the house this spring, summer, and fall. Registering to participate in an event motivates commitment to health and fitness routines and inspires travel to other cities and regions of the Pacific Northwest. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or Strava-addicted competitor, there is something for
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Parents and caregivers can get children excited about and engaged in nature-based activities with help from books that focus on STEAM principles — Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math — all published by Quarto Books.
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