March 2014

Pend Oreille Swan Festival: Witness the Winged Migration in Your Back Yard

Pend Oreille County is a wild and beautiful corner of Washington with some of the most diverse wildlife of anywhere in the Northwest. Iconic critters like grizzly bears, wolverine, moose, wolves, and although rare, even caribou roam the scenic, rugged mountains less than two hours north of Spokane. But come this time of year, the

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Dial That Backcountry First Aid Kit: And Don’t Leave Home Without It

Spending time in remote places requires preparation. A portion of that preparation should include gathering medical supplies to be able to respond to emergencies. There isn’t a perfect first aid kit for all situations, making it important to tailor a kit to meet the needs of your trip and group. First aid kits are not

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Shredding Lookout's legendary powder. Photo courtesy: Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation Area

Reports of Snowboarding’s Demise Highly Exaggerated: Lookout Pass Riding Community Continues to Thrive

In the March 2014 issue of “Outside Magazine,” writer and “Mountain Magazine” Editorial Director Marc Peruzzi describes the slow decline of the sport of snowboarding. While snowboarding isn’t on its way out anytime soon, his diagnosis, and the stats he uses to back it up, paint a discouraging picture for the rebel sport that captivated

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