During my first Idaho Christmas, we lived on kidney beans and celery in a camper that sat directly on the cold snow. We slid around on our thrift store-score skis in the snow, arms flailing about with oversized mittens like boxing gloves plugged onto the ends of our spindly arms. My dad had brought his […]
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With silent, moonlit nights, sparkly snow crystals, snowflakes that stick to your nose and eyelashes, nature’s beauty inspires wonder, awe, surprise, delight, nostalgia, and love. During this month’s countdown to the holidays, take time to experience both little and spectacular moments of winter magic. Here are some ideas to inspire you. Partake in the famous
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Spend less time shopping and more time on our local trails and mountains. Our annual list features unique and outdoors-inspired gift ideas from locally-owned shops and businesses, including gifts for fellow outdoor enthusiasts as well as less outdoorsy friends and family members on your list. Use this list beyond the holidays for birthday, wedding, and
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Made locally at the Buck Knives headquarters in Post Falls, Idaho, the NEW Slim Line 110 folding knife has the silhouette and feel of their classic hunting knife but it’s redesigned with colorful, slimmer handles at a very competitive price. This new slim line includes a thumbstud for easy one-hand opening and lockback design for
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Stainless steel flasks have been around forever, but they’re absolutely freezing in cold weather and sap your warmth if you have one in your pocket. Three things make this hip flask superior. First, the lid has a silicone grip and it’s on a hinge which means it’s easy to open and impossible to misplace. Second,
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You don’t have to be a scout to want this box full of awesome camping gear, snacks, and other items for outdoor adventures delivered to your door each month. SCOUTbox intends to provide quality gear and outdoors educational materials for all subscribers (boys, girls, adults, scouts, and non-scouts). Each box will always include more in
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It’s hard to believe the Bugaboo Cup, which holds 14 ounces, weighs less than two energy gels. The secret behind this must-have cup with a foldaway handle is the tough, ultralight aluminum construction. Even better, the cup has easy-to-read markings for measuring the right amount of liquids on the outside and the inside. This is
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If traveling is in your winter or holiday plans, check out these events, activities, and programs around the region. Polar Express: Santa magic and “hot-hot-hot hot chocolate” only comes once a year—experience it live aboard a Polar Express train ride courtesy of Mount Rainier Railroad, Mount Hood Railroad, or Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum. There’s also
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Parenting and coordinating a busy family schedule can feel more hectic during the holiday season. From music concerts to family gatherings to out-of-town travel plans, it takes intentional effort to not let this season of good cheer be overrun by stress and shopping. Remember this: Kids treasure best what we do with them and the
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