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View of the Palouse from the summit of Steptoe Butte.

10 Family Spring & Summertime Adventures in Washington and North Idaho 

Our 4th annual Inland Northwest Family Outdoors Guide provides families of all experience levels with event and activity ideas to maximize your outdoor fun and ...
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Portrait of family with Geocache find.

10 Spring Break Staycations in the Inland Northwest

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-cost, ...
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Gordon Ritchie (right) and his daughter cross-country skiing.

How to Become a Cross-country Ski Family

“Any kid is suited to cross-country skiing. You can go as hard and as fast as you want,” says Brad Thiessen, director of engagement for ...
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Photo of kid taken from behind looking out window at fireworks.

10 Winter & Holiday Events for the Whole Family

Parenting and coordinating a busy family schedule can feel more hectic during the holiday season. From music concerts to family gatherings to out-of-town travel plans, ...
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Photo of hikers on single track hiking trail on foggy mountain side.

Navigating the Backcountry with Kids

 Beaver fever, iodine tablets, “Cathole” digging, bear-proof containers—these are just a few aspects of backcountry adventuring, where you can enjoy exceptional landscape beauty and natural ...
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Photo of four kids in a kayak paddling on Lake Chatcolet in North Idaho.

Paddling Safety For Kids & Adults

Here are three of the most important paddling safety tips for both children and adults. Teach life skills and be safe out there.
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Photo of girl fishing at Priest while standing on a log.

Beyond Swimming: 6 Ideas for Kids Without Getting Wet

When you’re not swimming or cruising in a boat, and it’s time for beach-based and flatwater, stay-dry activities, here are ways to combine physical activity ...
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Little girl in sundress and hat in field.

Planning Summertime Family Adventures

Plan with less stress, and play more with your kids outside with ideas and inspiration from our Summer Adventure Guide.
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Camper is all smiles with the Biking costumed recreation leader.

First Time Camper

How to Prepare Yourself and Your Child for Their First Camp Experience   Getting ready for camp means more than giving your kid “snack shack” ...
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