Inland Northwest Lake Guide – 2019

Amy Silbernagel McCaffreeJuly 16, 2019

Spectacular landscapes and stunning sunsets. Huge, majestic lakes resembling small seas. Uncrowded, rocky-sand beaches. Massive national forests with alpine la... Read More...

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Inland NW Lake Guide 2018

Amy Silbernagel McCaffreeJuly 21, 2018

Whenever we relax and play at a lake, we connect to nature and that place where deep memories were made. Whether a lake park or remote, wild setting, our region... Read More...

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Wine, Wheels, and Wanderlust: Exploring British Columbia’s Lake Country

Derrick KnowlesJuly 21, 2017

“Discovering” a new place so close to home that you immediately love is an uncommon delight when you’ve lived in the same place your whole life. My wife Shallan... Read More...

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7 Great Paddling Lakes

Amy Silbernagel McCaffreeJuly 29, 2016

WASHINGTON Horseshoe Lake: Members of the Spokane Canoe and Kayak Club consider this small lake (128 acres) one of the best for paddling. It’s a designated n... Read More...

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The Beautiful Simplicity of Lake Canoeing

Amy Silbernagel McCaffreeJuly 2, 2015

Paddling a canoe on a quiet lake, especially when sunset colors splay across the western sky, is a great way to spend a summer day.  “A canoe moves more smooth... Read More...

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What To Do Outside This Winter

Derrick KnowlesJanuary 21, 2021

List of favorite winter pastimes from 11 of the region's most passionate devotees of the great outdoors, to help inspire you to get out there more this winter.... Read More...

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New Groomed Fat Bike Trails Grace the Inland NW

Out There OutdoorsDecember 17, 2019

The day stands out in my mind, not only because I was in the first group to ride the first 1.25-mile fat biking groomed trail in Riverside State Park, but also... Read More...

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7 Summits Run (Aug 10)

Allison ArmfieldJune 27, 2019

With the help of the Forest Service, Trail Maniacs is holding the 7 Summits event as an official race on Saturday, Aug. 10. Race distances will include: a 100K... Read More...

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10 Spring Break Staycations in the Inland Northwest

Amy Silbernagel McCaffreeMarch 14, 2019

Staying home this spring break? Keep kids physically active with local outdoor adventures—some can even be educational. Here are 10 ideas, either free or low-c... Read More...

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100 Things to Do Outside This Summer

Amy Silbernagel McCaffreeJune 18, 2018

Summer days waver between languid and whirlwind activities, work, and weekends. Is there ever enough time for all you want to do? Slow it down. Or maybe you nee... Read More...

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