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Surviving An Avalanche: Mount Hood, 1977

Bob Degroot shares his story about surviving an avalanche on Mount Hood in 1977 while climbing with friends Mike Burr and Pete Lambach.

Out There Outdoors February 9, 2022

Black bear walking across a clearing in a forest.

Why Washington’s Spring Bear Hunt Was Canceled

Washington Fish & Wildlife Commission made the controversial decision to cancel the 2022 spring bear hunt only because of a tie-vote.

Adam Gebauer February 9, 2022

Illustration of a person fatbiking on a snow covered trail.

Winter Fatbike Racing: The Pursuit of Ultra Fatness

Long-distance winter fatbike racing is grueling, but that's why some riders say they do it. Meet Inland NW bikers who embrace the challenge.

Justin M. Short February 8, 2022

Kayaker taking short drop from a rock into whitewater river.

Trip Report: North Cascades Whitewater Kayaking

Bridge Creek to the Stehekin River is a remote, multi-day, self-supported whitewater run through the North Cascades to Lake Chelan, Wash.

Out There Outdoors February 7, 2022

Skier making turns in deep powder at Lookout Pass in Mullan, Idaho.

What’s New at Local Resorts: Ski NW Rockies

Latest news for Ski the NW Rockies Association resorts--Mt. Spokane, 49 Degrees North, Silver Mountain, & Lookout Pass--for Jan.-Feb. 2022.

Amy McCaffree February 3, 2022

Person walking up to a snow covered house.

New Routes & Rules for Mt. Spokane Uphill Skiing

Winter 2021-22 opportunities and guidelines for uphill skiers and boarders at Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park.

Out There Outdoors February 2, 2022

Ride the New Velo Tout Terrain Trails

Pend Oreille Pedalers aim to raise $30,000 for additional trail building at the new Velo Tout Terrain Trails in Dover, Idaho.

Carol Corbin January 31, 2022

Explore the Backcountry Skiing Life at the Uphill Ramble event at Mt. Spokane

Photo courtesy of Rambleraven Gear Trader Join Rambleraven Gear Trader and Mt. Spokane for the first annual Uphill Ramble Friday, Feb. 4, 2022. This event ...

Out There Outdoors January 31, 2022

Sunset on the horizon of the hillside with view of the Little Spokane River in the Waikiki Springs natural area. Trees and bushes in the meadow alongside the river.

Aster Trail Completed at Waikiki Springs Preserve

The new Aster Trail was completed at Waikiki Springs Nature Preserve, in northwest Spokane, and two more trails are under construction.

Carol Corbin January 30, 2022