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Reel Rock Returns To Spokane May 15

Bower Climbing Coalition brings back Reel Rock 16 to Spokane on May 15 with climbing films and a fundraising auction for local climbing areas.

Out There Outdoors May 8, 2022

Challenge Yourself on These 3 Scenic PNW Race Courses

When it comes to beautiful courses and diversity of distances, three upcoming races in the Inland PNW stand out. Whether you’re doing your first 5k ...

Out There Outdoors May 4, 2022

Author holding her quilt made from the graphic front side of old race t-shirts--standing in her living room with a canvas photo print of her running with her wife.

My Evolution as a Runner as Told in Race Shirts

Essay by Spokane runner Maeve Griffith about her 40-year collection of race event t-shirts and her personal evolution as a trans woman.

Out There Outdoors April 28, 2022

Katie holding her baby June, who is breastfeeding -- standing in a kitchen with a set of skis behind her.

Motherhood, Identity, & Outdoor Pursuits

New “People in the Wild” column: Ammi Midstokke examines how a new mother navigates impacts on her identity and outdoor pursuits.

Ammi Midstokke April 28, 2022

Two young teenage girls smiling at the camera while lounging in an ENO hammock in the sunshine.

5 Spring Rituals for Outdoorsy Families

Spring rituals and routines to help families celebrate and get ready for the season, from backyard hammocks to campsite reservations.

Amy McCaffree April 26, 2022

Tall, mature pine trees in the Eagle Camp Wilderness, in Oregon, with sunshine streaming behind them.

New Funding For America’s Green Infrastructure

The Great American Outdoors Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure and Jobs Act both provide much-needed funds for public lands.

Adam Gebauer April 26, 2022

Man running along a rocky dirt trail along a ridge above a lake.

North Idaho Trail Run Series: The GRIT

Choose your events and distance options among the trail and off-road race options in The Grit series, organized by Priest Lake Multisports.

S. Michal Bennett April 26, 2022

Robin Manees running across a marathon finish line with both arms raised high, fingers with 2-finger peace signs, in triumph

Inland NW Runner Profile: Robin Manees

Personal profile by Robin Manees about her life as a runner and living with Lupus, and how she has learned to let her body guide ...

Out There Outdoors April 26, 2022

Group of runners of all genders at the start line for the Coeur d'Alene Marathon.

Inland NW Race, Ride, & Event Guide 2022

Learn about road and trail running, cycling, mountain biking, triathlons and other multi-sport events and watersports, and outdoorsy events.

Amy McCaffree April 23, 2022