100 Ways to Play Outside This Summer
Rejuvenate your June-through-August routine and take advantage of some of the best outdoor opportunities the Northwest has to offer.
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Race the Wolf (July 6-7)
If you’re looking for an epic trail race this summer, look no farther than northern Idaho. Schweitzer Mountain will host the new Race the Wolf event, part of Skyrunning USA’s trail running series, with 52K, 25K, and 8K distances boasting panoramic views and summer wildflowers. Courses will include technical singletrack and fast doubletrack with steep
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Outdoor Events for Kids & Families
Get outside more this spring and summer with these upcoming family events, activities, and recreational venues located throughout the Inland Northwest. Some are close to home and others are worthy of a road-trip. Washington State Parks Free Admission Days (select dates, April-Sept):No Discover Pass required on April 20 (Spring Day), April 22 (Earth Day), June
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State of Inland Northwest Hiking Trails
Recreational trails in the Inland Northwest are constantly undergoing upgrades, thanks to local volunteers who tackle both new and ongoing projects in our region. Months or even years before recreationists see new trail construction, upgrades to existing trails, or even annual maintenance, dedicated representatives from local organizations are meeting with land managers. Together, they identify
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Best Local Hot Toddy: Showdown at Inland Northwest Ski Resorts
There is nothing like a hot beverage in your hand after a day of making turns at your favorite mountain, and a hot beverage with a whiskey, like a hot toddy, is even better. The toddy originated in Scotland and Ireland where it was traditionally consumed before retiring for the night in cold and wet
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Kid-friendly March Events in Spokane and North Idaho
Wild Skills Junior Ski Patrol with SheJumps! at Schweitzer Mountain Resort, March 3. Girls ages 8-17 (intermediate to expert skiers/snowboarders) can learn mountain safety and first aid from ski patrollers. Marchigras at Silver Mountain Resort, March 9—night skiing and tubing session (5-7 p.m.). 5th Grade Passport Family Weekend at 49 Degrees North, March 10. KREM
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10 Spring Break Staycations in the Inland Northwest
Staying home this spring break? Keep kids physically active with local outdoor adventures—some can even be educational. Here are 10 ideas, either free or low-cost, for planning your spring staycation. Cat Tales Zoological Park & Wildlife Center: As close to a zoo as we get in the Inland Northwest, Cat Tales is a non-profit organization
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Spring Has Sprung: 17 Spring Skiing Events
Don’t start longing for the end of winter just yet. 20 percent of your best skiing and riding happens in this unruly month, and local resorts are gearing up with all kind of shenanigans to celebrate that perfect time of year when the sun starts to warm us AND we get to have fun on
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Step Up Your Game: Inland Northwest Advanced Ski & Snowboard Lessons
It’s common to take a few beginner ski or snowboard lessons and assume there’s nothing left to learn that you can’t gain through experience. However, lessons can be beneficial for all ability levels to help you take your ski or snowboard skills to the next level or to move forward when you’ve hit a plateau.
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Live Music at Inland Northwest Ski Resorts
After a day carving up the mountain, there’s nothing quite like settling into a corner of your favorite resort lounge for a few drinks and some live music. Schweitzer: There are a ton of live acts scheduled at Schweitzer through February, like The Rub Jan. 12 and 13 at Taps. Expect more music than usual
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