Twin Eagles camps and programs help kids reconnect with the natural world Cover photo courtesy of Twin Eagles In a world increasingly dominated by screens, schedules and artificial stimulation, something essential is slipping through our children’s fingers. Kids today are growing up without deep connection—to the Earth, to others and to themselves. At Twin Eagles […]
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Why I keep returning to this bike haven in Northwestern Montana again and again By Ammi Midstokke Cover photo courtesy of Ammi Midstokke Sometime around a decade ago, recovering from a divorce in which I lost everything but my kid and my bike (the stuff that matters), I found myself at the Whitefish Bike Retreat
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By Alana Livingston Cover photo courtesy of Charlie Bouck The Spokane Great Outdoors Expo recently featured a presentation by Charlie Bouck of Herbal Expeditions, and it’s no surprise that he left a lasting impression on everyone lucky enough to hear him. Charlie has a gift for making the outdoors and natural living feel exciting, accessible,
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Cover photo courtesy of Tourism Fernie Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Fernie, British Columbia, beckons travellers and outdoor enthusiasts with its stunning landscapes, fresh mountain air, and an array of activities that make every summer an unforgettable experience. Just a winding 250-mile drive northeast of Spokane, Wash., this gem of a town
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85 things to do in the Inland Northwest Cover photo courtesy Shallan Knowles Don’t let summer pass you by: use this roundup of things to do in the mountains, lakes, rivers, trails, and small towns around our beautiful corner of the Northwest. Learn About the Places Where We Play Join one of these educational nature
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Exploring winter magic in America’s first national park By Jean Arthur By the time my family and I finished snowshoeing around Mammoth Terraces in Yellowstone National Park, we’d tromped 1.5 miles, observed colorful formations like Orange Spring Mound and Angel Terrace, and laughed at our kids’ descriptions of the park’s famous thermal features exuding sulphureous
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This Backcountry Booty is sponsored by: WANDER SPOKANE! Wander Spokane has donated a Food Tour for TWO! This three hour tour includes delicious local and artisan food, information about the businesses, their mission and what they are up to in the future. In between stops your guide will share stories of Spokane’s past present and
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A Tour of Southeast British Columbia’s Wild Lakes, Backcountry, and Mountain Towns Planning time away from daily life’s demands and executing a great road trip can be stressful and a lot of work. But a truly excellent trip can quickly and completely obliterate anxious feelings from unfinished work you inevitably leave behind. This past May,
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Festive activities in the Inland Northwest during December 2022 to help you and your family get into the holiday spirit.
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Schools and childcare programs in Eastern Washington and North Idaho that provide play-based, hands-on, outdoor learning and environmental curriculum.
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