Get Out There
Planning a “High Lakes” Fishing Trip
The Washington Department of Fish and Game has an excellent website to help you plan your excursion. Go to wdfw.wa.gov and click on “High Lakes.” ...
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Hiking and Fishing Washington’s High Country
I consider myself both a backpacker and a fisherman, but if I’m honest with myself I have to admit that I’m not a die-hard proponent ...
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Scuba Diving in Inland Northwest Lakes
Dennis Beemer got into scuba diving to solve a mystery. “It all started with a Chevrolet Coupe that was in a place it had no ...
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Best Lakes for Watching Fireworks in Eastern Washington and North Idaho
Many regional lakes (and rivers) host spectacular 4th of July fireworks shows, beginning at dusk. Here are a few of our favorites. Lake Pend Orielle: ...
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2018 Lake Events Guide for the Inland Northwest
Summers in the Inland Northwest are unparalleled, and as the temperature continues to rise, there is no better place to be than on the water. ...
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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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Best Paddling & Swimming Lakes in Eastern Washington and North Idaho
Flatwater beckons you to break its glassy surface with swimming strokes or kayak bows and paddles. Check out these 13 lake destinations for their great ...
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Lake Critters & Junior Ranger Programs at Idaho’s Round Lake State Park
At Idaho’s Round Lake State Park, “The best way to observe wildlife is to hike around the lake” on Stewardship Trail (approx. 3 miles) or ...
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Lake People: North Idaho College’s Jacob Rothrock at Lake Coeur d’Alene
“The faster we go, the less time we have to enjoy where we are,” says Jacob Rothrock, of Coeur d’Alene, whose favorite watersports are paddling ...
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