Cover photo courtesy of Carol Corbin Just outside Spokane, cradling the Little Spokane River and surrounding hills, lies a hidden gem—Glen Tana. Most 1,060-acre property, now in the hands of the Inland Northwest Land Conservancy* (INLC), is on track to become one of the most significant conservation success stories in our region. It connects two […]
More Room to Roam on the Little Spokane River Read More »
Enjoy the river and let FLOW Adventures run your shuttle and provide the tube. Cover photo courtesy of Lisa Laughlin If you have never floated the Spokane River below downtown Spokane, add it to your summer bucket list. The mostly-serene float along this section includes a few small rapids that are easily managed in a
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By Katelyn Scott, Water Protector and Jule Schultz, Waterkeeper The Spokane River is an incredible resource that provides endless recreation and vital wildlife habitat. However, climate change and increased water demands are putting the river at risk. The Spokane River is fed in large part by warmer surface water from Lake Coeur d’Alene and cold
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The easternmost 14 miles of the Spokane River Centennial Trail reopened in early June 2024 after the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission resurfaced it with a new layer of asphalt.The project was completed weeks ahead of schedule. The newly resurfaced area extends west from the Washington/Idaho border to the Donkey Islands Trailhead in Millwood. The new
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If you’ve heard of the Spokane Riverkeeper, it is likely you’ve heard of Jerry White, Jr., who has operated as the Executive Director of the organization since 2014. As Riverkeeper, White has worked to protect the health and rights of the Spokane River through education, collaboration, and litigation. He has worked on river issues such
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The Spokane Riverkeeper keeps the Spokane River watershed clean and healthy, in part, by removing over 26,000 pounds of trash per year from the banks and bottom of local rivers and creeks. All of that work is in big part thanks to the help of over 1,600 community volunteers. Spokane Riverkeeper offers public, private, and DIY
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Upriver Park is a new 3-acre natural open space and public park providing recreation access to the Spokane River.
New Upriver Park Along The Spokane River Read More »
Because of rapid population growth, drought conditions, and other issues, citizens need to help keep the Spokane River flowing.
Keep the Spokane River Flowing Read More »
Spokane River access site near T.J. Meenach Bridge and nearby disc golf course to be upgraded as part of city stormwater improvement plan.
Spokane River Access & Disc Golf Course Remodel Read More »
Volunteer to clean-up litter along the banks of the Spokane River at upcoming events or arrange a private group or DIY event.
Spokane River Cleanups: July 25, Sept. 17, & DIY Read More »
