The Washington Department of Fish and Game has an excellent website to help you plan your excursion. Go to wdfw.wa.gov and click on “High Lakes.” This website lists the lakes by county, by national forest, and by fish species. It also has a listing of lakes with an overabundance of fish, recommended fishing methods, stocking […]
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I consider myself both a backpacker and a fisherman, but if I’m honest with myself I have to admit that I’m not a die-hard proponent of either pastime. It isn’t often that I have backpacked without some other goal or motivation in mind and, if the fishing isn’t good, my enthusiasm wanes quickly, and I
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Dennis Beemer got into scuba diving to solve a mystery. “It all started with a Chevrolet Coupe that was in a place it had no business being,” he says. About 15 years ago, Beemer was snorkeling near family property on Lake Coeur d’Alene, looking for a boat a family member had sunk decades earlier. He
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Many regional lakes (and rivers) host spectacular 4th of July fireworks shows, beginning at dusk. Here are a few of our favorites. Lake Pend Orielle: (1) Sandpoint’s City Beach; (2) Hope Marina, Ellisport Bay. Lake Coeur d’Alene: (1) City of Coeur d’Alene City Park; (2) Harrison, begins approx. 9-9:30 p.m. Loon Lake: Shore Acres Resort.
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Summers in the Inland Northwest are unparalleled, and as the temperature continues to rise, there is no better place to be than on the water. Boasting a plethora of lakes, rivers, and reservoirs, we have it made—especially when it comes to outdoor recreation events. Hayden Triathlon (July 14, Hayden, Idaho) Beginning on Honeysuckle Beach in
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Here are three of the most important paddling safety tips for both children and adults. Teach life skills and be safe out there.
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Flatwater beckons you to break its glassy surface with swimming strokes or kayak bows and paddles. Check out these 13 lake destinations for their great paddling and swimming waters.
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At Idaho’s Round Lake State Park, “The best way to observe wildlife is to hike around the lake” on Stewardship Trail (approx. 3 miles) or Trapper’s Trail (approx. 2 miles), says Park Manager Mary McGraw. Dawn and dusk are prime times for wildlife spotting. “Animals commonly seen in the park are western painted turtles, great
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“The faster we go, the less time we have to enjoy where we are,” says Jacob Rothrock, of Coeur d’Alene, whose favorite watersports are paddling and sail-boating. His wisdom applies to life as much as lake recreation. Which is why, as Outdoor Pursuits program coordinator for North Idaho College (NIC), he aims to help students
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