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Imagine Bikepacking a New “Spokane Trail”

What if Spokane had a long-distance trail encircling the city that connected parks and conservations areas using existing trails & pathways?

Derrick Knowles January 28, 2022

Personal essay by Olivia Dugenet about how women challenge stereotypes and social expectations when they adventure in the great outdoors.

Out There Outdoors January 25, 2022

Wildlife ecologist Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant presents "The Secret Life of Bears" for National Geographic Live in Spokane on January 26, 2022.

Sarah Hauge January 18, 2022

Everyday Cyclist: Justin M. Short shares shoulder season rambles about his fall bikepacking adventure in north Idaho and western Montana.

Justin M. Short December 1, 2021

When the pandemic shut down normal activities, "living local” became more than a quaint notion to strive for and silver linings were revealed.

Derrick Knowles November 7, 2021

Pioneer School student essay by Vansh Amin, based on a field-learning experience at Yellowstone National Park.

Out There Outdoors October 26, 2021

I left my house a couple of hours before dawn. It was my 47th birthday, and I thought it would be a great idea to ...

Justin M. Short September 27, 2021

Ideas and strategies to help parents work toward better health and wellbeing for their children as well as the entire family.

Amy McCaffree September 27, 2021

Budgets for the federal land management agencies been declining for 20 years, impacting wildlife, recreation, and taxpayers' wallets.

Adam Gebauer September 23, 2021