How the Inland Northwest’s lakes are unique worldwide The deep, clear lakes scattered around the Spokane region provide fascinating evidence of the unique geologic history of the Inland Northwest. The stories they carry are rich enough for myth or legend: massive ice sheets, lost glaciers, churning floods, and fresh flows of groundwater from underground rivers […]
Valleyfest, the much-anticipated annual festival in Spokane Valley, is back with its unique Multisport Sunday events. For outdoor sports enthusiasts, the lineup has three diverse events that challenge participants and entertain spectators alike in their choice of events that include one or more activities, from running and biking to paddling in a canoe or kayak.
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A float for reband trout on the Spokane River Ethan began casting with City Hall still in view. On the oars, Marc gazed at the downtown skyline and maneuvered the raft so I could get a good photo. “It’s pretty rare to have this kind of fishing within city limits,” he said. Ethan nodded, watching
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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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Valleyfest, the much-anticipated annual festival, is back with its thrilling Multisport Sunday on September 24. For outdoor sports enthusiasts, the lineup has three diverse events that challenge participants and entertain spectators alike starting at 8 AM in Spokane Valley. Valleyfest Triathlon The Valleyfest Triathlon is a true test of physical prowess and adaptability, combining the
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The first guidebook in my personal collection was a copy of Rich Landers’ 100 Hikes in the Inland Northwest, purchased circa 2001, when hiking and backpacking were brand new sports to me. That initial copy was from a late printing of the 1987 book, and when the second edition came out in 2003 I wasted
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There is no shortage of outdoor activities to experience between the Cascades and Rocky Mountains. In case you need a bit of inspiration, here’s our annual list of our favorite Inland Northwest summer adventures!
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If you’re a veteran of any era looking to get on the water this summer, check out Team River Runners Spokane (TRR). Team River Runners helps elevate the physical and mental health of veterans through adaptive watersports, offering indoor pool training, flatwater paddling, and guided whitewater rafting. There’s no paddle or water training necessary to
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A review of the new book about Spokane’s Riblet Tramway Company If you were to ask someone how they associate the name Byron Riblet with our area, the likely response would be chairlifts and Arbor Crest Winery. While the former is accurate, the latter is nowhere near the truth. The Riblet Tramway Company did design
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Restoration efforts bring renewed hope for cleaning up Spokane’s Hangman Creek How did Hangman Creek become one of the most degraded streams in Washington, and what can be done to bring this once-vital salmon stream back from the brink? In many ways, it starts with the Palouse itself. The fine soils that make up the
