Summer craziness has come to an end. I’ve been enjoying local brews and fine weather on the decks of several local breweries. But now, it’s time to settle onto a comfy bar stool and experience the seasonal sudsy goodness. For this brewery tour I headed off to two North Idaho brewery destinations: Wallace to the […]
One for the Road: North Idaho Brewery Road Trip Read More »
This is the first in a series featuring wild edible fungi and plants from the Inland Empire. Frolicking outdoors can and, IMHO, should include a relationship with and knowledge of the world that surrounds you. Biking, hiking and snowshoeing are half the equation. The other half is becoming acquainted with our co-inhabitants in the woods,
Leaf, Root, Fungi, Fruit: Velvet Top Mushroom Read More »
Mt. Spokane Ski Patrol Ski Swap: Friday, October 24-26, Spokane County Fair & Expo Center For 50 years now, the Mt. Spokane Ski Patrol Ski Swap, the region’s largest winter sports equipment and clothing sales event, has been helping skiers find the best deals on new and used ski gear and clothing. The swap has
Ski Swap Roundup: Hit these Swaps for Deals on New and Used Gear Read More »
Warren Miller is considered by many to be the highest stage in the world for snow-sport athletes to showcase their talents. Every fall, masses of powder-hungry skiers and riders looking for their annual pre-season stoke flock to local theaters to see the next generation of Warren Miller athletes and the exotic locales where they push
Local Skier Makes It to the Big Time Read More »
Four of the best fall hikes in Idaho’s Silver Valley, including Upper & Lower Stevens Lake, Lone Lake, St. Regis Lakes, and Crystal Lake.
Best Fall Hikes in Idaho’s Silver Valley Read More »
Save the easy approach to Abercrombie Mountain for summer. Once fall arrives, the long, 14-mile, roundtrip version gives hikers ample time to savor the spectacular colors. What’s more, the trailhead doubles as a free campground, encouraging visitors to make it a weekend. Start the hike beneath the treed canopy alongside Silver Creek, where the path
Hike of the Month: North Fork Silver Creek Trail (Abercrombie Mountain, Colville N.F.) Read More »
I try to have a pretty Buddhist approach to my life, you know, except the part about not eating animals. By and large, I try not to have too much attachment. That being said, there are some things I really just don’t want to give up. Like my right foot. So, as you can imagine,
Reflections From Under a Mother &#%!@?! Rock Read More »
David Lund is not a machine, but for 49 consecutive hours he ran 205 miles. That’s nearly eight continuous marathons. Whereas most runners participate in the Spokane-to-Sandpoint Relay Race as a team, on August 14, Lund elected to do the entire race solo. In fact, when he completed the race entry form, under team name
I Think I’m Alone Now: Spokane to Sandpoint SOLO! Read More »
If wisdom is earned from elevation gained, miles walked, or risks taken, Chris Kopczynski is the new 21st century Aristotle. As an athlete, adventurer and explorer, Chris has few equals. He wrestled varsity for four years at WSU; completed early first ascents of peaks and routes on mountains throughout the world; rode his ten speed
Wisdom Earned: The Significant Story of Climber and Conservationist Chris Kopczynski Read More »
