Cover photo courtesy of Tyler Roemer A major land conservation effort has added 2,135 acres of sagebrush steppe and Columbia River shoreline to Washington’s Big Bend Wildlife Area in Douglas County. Western Rivers Conservancy (WRC) recently transferred Big Bend Ranch—a property featuring 1.5 miles of river frontage—to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) […]
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In an era where some rides and races have blinked out, organizers of Climb for the Cure will return Sunday, June 14 from the same launch point as last year—Big Barn Brewery in Green Bluff north of Spokane. Riders of every stripe—gravel, mountain or pedal-assist e-bike—will again test legs and lungs on a timed climb
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Cover photo courtesy of Friends of the Bluff A steep, sketchy gully on Spokane’s South Hill just became a gateway to adventure. The new Rocket Gulch Stairs now connect neighborhood streets to the High Drive Bluff trail system, turning what was once a loose, hazardous slope into a sturdy, city-approved access point. Built by Washington
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The Spokane Great Outdoors Expo is an annual late-winter tradition that brings the great outdoors indoors. The event includes over 70 exhibitors representing outdoor experts from around the region, including outdoor clubs, public lands agencies, conservation nonprofits, outdoor adventure retailers, outfitters and guides, RV and overlanding vehicle dealers and travel destinations. Free entertainment all weekend
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Cover photo courtesy of Lilac Century For more than three decades, the Lilac Century Bike Ride has marked the start of cycling season around Spokane with scenic miles, good food and a welcoming vibe for riders of all abilities. The 33rd annual event rolls out Sunday, May 17 from Big Barn Brewing on Green Bluff,
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Cover photo courtesy of Carl Barrentine Washington Wild announced in September that longtime Spokane conservation advocate Jeff Lambert was named the 2025 recipient of the Karen M. Fant Conservation Award. The annual honor recognizes volunteers who demonstrate exceptional grassroots leadership in protecting Washington’s wild lands and waters. For more than three decades, Lambert has worked
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Cover photo courtesy of LINC Foods There’s no better way to honor the changing season than with a batch of homemade apple butter, especially when you’re working with fruit that’s just beginning to soften. This simple, slow-cooked recipe transforms humble apples into a rich, velvety spread infused with gentle warming spices. Spread it over hot
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What I learned at a women’s ski clinic By Bri Loveall Cover photo courtesy of Bri Loveall Here’s how I learned to ski: when I was 10, I took a weeklong ski class. Five years later, I told my best friend I was good enough to ski with her family. I wasn’t. I spent the
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Cover photo courtesy of Bri Loveall Introducing kids to skiing or snowboarding starts long before their first chairlift ride. The best way to build excitement is simply to play in the snow together. Gentle snowball fights, building snow forts and snowmen, and sledding and tubing all help kids get comfortable outdoors in winter. These activities
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