Antoine Peak’s Emerald Necklace is a fantastic way to experience all of the sights of this large conservation area just north of the Spokane Valley. Starting from the west trailhead minimizes the elevation gain, although the Emerald Necklace can be reached from the east trailhead as well. Begin by ascending the new singletrack trail on […]
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Euro nymphing, also called Czech nymphing, is a fly-fishing method increasing in popularity among local anglers according to Sean Visintainer, owner of Silver Bow Fly Shop in Spokane. “Normal nymphing—with sub-surface flies—typically uses a type of indicator similar to a bobber to regulate the depth and detect strikes. [Euro style] basically means your line is
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The Bay Trail Fun Run has become an annual rite of spring in Sandpoint, where a few hundred runners and walkers cover the 5K and 10K courses along scenic waterfront trails. The family-friendly fun run or walk is scheduled for Sunday, June 9, this year, starting at 9 a.m. at Sandpoint City Beach. The event,
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Back in 2011, Taylor Guitars became the co-owner of the Crelicam ebony mill in Cameroon. This one step set into motion a remarkable journey to learn every aspect of the ebony trade, including its impact on the forest ecosystems of Africa’s Congo Basin. Fast-forward to 2019, Buck Knives is proud to partner with Taylor Guitars
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Northeast Washington’s new Get Out Fest, June 27-30, is being billed as a dynamic, community-led outdoor recreation and culture festival, with festival organizers boasting that there will be something for everyone. Located at the Ferry County Fairgrounds near the town of Republic, the first-time festival is offering a wide range of outdoor activities that festival
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The Spokane River Forum recently announced completion of Redband Launch on the Spokane River near downtown Spokane. Located in Peaceful Valley’s Redband Park (formerly Glover Field), the launch provides anglers, rafters and paddlers unprecedented and easy access to the Great Gorge and Spokane River. “It’s a premier addition to the Spokane River Water Trail,” says
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With the recent announcement that 49 Degrees North near Chewelah has been sold to a company affiliated with Silver Mountain Resort comes a new combo ski and snowboard pass good at both resorts for the 2019-2020 season. Pass prices for adults start at $459 and $329 for youth. If you already purchased a pass to
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World-famous Spokane climber Jess Roskelley died in an avalanche on April 16, 2019, along with Austrian climbers David Lama and Hansjörg Auer. The trio was attempting to repeat the difficult route “M16” on Howse Peak in the Canadian Rockies first climbed by Steve House, Scott Backes, and Barry Blanchard in 2000. Jess Roskelley was much
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Join like-minded outdoorsy ladies for an evening social with drinks, appetizers, a store-wide sale, and raffles and giveaways at the Spokane Alpine Haus on the South Hill from 6-9 p.m. on May 23. “There will be gift bags for the first 20 women that show up, and we will also be holding a raffle and
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