Protein, whether plant based or animal, is a vital part of the human diet—especially if you are active. Protein is a chain of amino acids that are bound together by peptide bonds, like a string of beads. When we consume protein, our bodies break it down into the individual amino acids. Our bodies need 20 […]
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Social distancing may feel more normal to many of use introverts, but let’s face it, it’s a necessary evil to fight the spread of the coronavirus that’s up-ended our lives and economy. Until things get better, we hope these resources, ideas, and bits of inspiration will help you not only survive but thrive. Social Distancing
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Give back to the places and trails that make your life better by donating what you can to a local conservation or trails group. Some great ones include: Washington Trails Association Idaho Trails Association Evergreen East Mountain Bike Alliance Inland Northwest Land Conservancy Dishman Hills Conservancy Friends of the Bluff Idaho Conservation League Save Our
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Feds Fast Track Salmon Plan Public Comment Period Despite Pandemic By Sam Mace, Save Our Wild Salmon’s Inland NW Director It’s not news that our Snake River salmon and steelhead runs are in steep decline, with the last few years being particularly devastating. Fish biologists, anglers and conservation groups have long advocated for removal of
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With most of our local outdoor recreation-related businesses closed at least through the first week of April and potentially longer, you’ll have to make do with the gear you have or buy what you need online (ideally from a local business). When they do re-open, we will need to support the local outdoor recreation shops
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If we are feeling excluded, or as though we’ve been marked with a scarlet letter, let’s reframe our thoughts and support each other in these efforts. They are ultimately born, not of fear, but of the best intentions to keep each other safe. When this all passes, we’ll be invited to Pictionary Night again.
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Guide to Close-to-Home Public Lands Staying at home as much as possible to keep ourselves and our community healthy is a wise idea while coronavirus continues to spread across the Inland Northwest. But getting outside safely and close to home by yourself or with the people you live with—not your extended family or buddies—is important
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Choose a Summer or Fall Run or Ride Some long-time favorite Spokane and North Idaho races and events like the Spokane River Run, Hauser Lake Icebreaker Run, and Ski to Sea have sadly been canceled due to COVID-19. And a few others like the Spring Dash in Coeur d’Alene have opted for a virtual race
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The rapid spread of the coronavirus and far-reaching implications around the world over the past several weeks have rattled individuals, communities, and the economy in ways most of us have never experienced. Things will almost certainly get better, but in the meantime, here are some ideas and inspiration to take a bit of the edge
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