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Where to Look for Animal Tracks in Spokane and North Idaho
There are many great places to find wildlife tracks this winter, including our two local wildlife refuges. Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge, located in the channeled ...
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Hunt for Animal Tracks on Snowy Hikes
When the snow falls it creates a great opportunity to get outside and look for signs of our region’s abundant wildlife. Taking time to identify ...
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New Advice for Anyone on Anything Column by Ammi Midstokke
If you enjoy Ammi Midstokke’s “Eatology” column in print issues of Out There, don’t miss her new “Advice for Anyone on Anything” column online each ...
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Ammi Midstokke: Why Your Diet is Kind of Your Enemy
Every year, right around now, my office fills up with patients who are determined to turn a new leaf, preferably that of a superfood like ...
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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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What to do if You Encounter a Bear
What would you do if you came face to face with a grizzly bear? You may have just a second to react—like 0.7 seconds if ...
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Over the Ice and Through the Snow: Winter Bike Commuting
Inland Northwesterners overwhelmingly adore winter sports. We daydream about hulking piles of the powder many flatlanders dread. When the first flakes fall, we assault mountains ...
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The State of Outdoor Recreation
The state of recreation is strong. And we’ve got to do something about climate change, or we’ll lose out on investments in access and infrastructure. ...
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Spokane’s Glenrose Conservation Area and Dishman Hills Conservancy by Holly Weiler
In the depths of winter our Spokane County Parks can provide a nature fix without requiring difficult drives or complicated parking permits. These local parks ...
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