April 2019

Two teenage girls paddling a blue canoe and a man paddling a red and yellow kayak on the Little Spokane River at Saint George's School.

Outdoorsy Summer Camps & Schools Near Spokane & North Idaho

Lifestyle, Outdoor Living / By Amy McCaffree

Kids never remember their best day of television, but they will never forget summer camp—where they adventured outdoors, were mentored by caring adults, and overcame challenges. Here’s our annual list of regional summer camps and nature-based schools that provide unique opportunities for outdoor adventure and hands-on learning about nature, science, and outdoor skills—with something for […]

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Photo of the Lantern Run Club gathered outside of Manito Tap House.

Who Runs Spokane’s Running Clubs?

Running / By Sarah Hauge

Part of the glue of the Spokane running community is its variety of run clubs and the people who make them happen. A few dedicated running group leaders shared about their unique groups and what running has meant for them. Dominic Bartoletta, the Lantern Run Club Each Tuesday at 6 p.m., the Lantern Run Club

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8 Family Bike Rides to Fun Destinations in Spokane and North Idaho

Biking / By Amy McCaffree

Adults can more easily appreciate cycling’s exercise benefits and transportation power through scenic landscapes—kids not so much. Here are family-bike ride itineraries to help motivate and energize your kiddos. Be sure to bring along plenty of water for everyone, trailside snacks, tire pump, and patch kit, as well as a first-aid kit. Harrison, Idaho, via

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View of the Palouse from the summit of Steptoe Butte.

10 Family Spring & Summertime Adventures in Washington and North Idaho

Columns, Lifestyle, Out There Kids, Outdoor Living / By Amy McCaffree

Our 4th annual Inland Northwest Family Outdoors Guide provides families of all experience levels with event and activity ideas to maximize your outdoor fun and adventure. If you’re looking for a unique summer camp and recommendations for regional hiking and biking trails and other adventure ideas, our trusted guide is your go-to resource. And once

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Photo of girl sitting on a rock with her feet in the water.

5 Family Hikes for Lakeside Fun Near Spokane

Get Out There, Hiking, Outdoor Family / By Crystal Atamian

Water can be the perfect motivation to get kids hiking. Here are 5 destinations to or along lakes in Eastern Washington and North Idaho.

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Spokane’s Junior Bloomsday is Back

Get Out There, Running / By Out There Outdoors

The popular children’s version of Bloomsday from the 80s and 90s will return this year on Saturday, April 20. Kids in the 3rd through 7th grades can participate in the 1.25 mile race at Avista Stadium at the Spokane Interstate Fairgrounds. Included with the $20 registration is a limited-edition shirt, Silverwood pass, Papa Murphy’s mini-pizza,

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Portrait of Don Kardong and Jon Neill downtown Spokane.

Last Run: Interview with Bloomsday Race Director Don Kardong

Get Out There, Running / By Amy McCaffree

After 15 consecutive years as race director, Bloomsday Founder Don Kardong will retire after this year’s 43rd race set for Sunday, May 5. Q: What are your favorite Bloomsday memories? A: It’s hard to beat that first year, 1977. After months of planning, to be able to line up in a crowd and race down

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Photo of a group of people in a circle with arms raised.

Buti Yoga

Get Out There, Yoga / By Kelly Chadwick

Go ahead, judge. We do shake our booty, often in minimal clothing, and the founder is a lean blonde celebrity trainer named Bizzy Gold. Obviously not real yoga. Obviously shallow. This is why the meaning of Buti, the hidden cure, is so apropos. It exemplifies the current zeitgeist of shedding preconceived ideas and belief systems.

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Photo of wildflower garden in front of house.

How to Fill Your Yard With Birds, Butterflies, Bees and Beauty

Lifestyle, Outdoor Living / By Out There Outdoors

There are lots of depressing statistics about declining pollinator populations, which are threatened by loss of habitat and pesticide poisoning, but each of us can implement simple and positive changes to help provide pollinator habitat and food sources in our yards. Creating garden landscapes with less lawn and more of the right types of plants

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