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Skier going uphill to the summit of Mt. Spokane.

Uphill Skiers: Mt. Spokane’s New Rules

Learn about new requirements for backcountry "uphill" skiers at Mt. Spokane, including new parking permit and Uphill Skier Winter Season Pass requirements.

Derrick Knowles January 14, 2021

Running along Priest Lake. Photo: Fiona Hicks

Races & Events Outlook for 2021

What are Northwest race organizers planning for 2021? Some events will be modified, instead of cancelled, to include live and virtual components.

Derrick Knowles January 12, 2021

Two Fat Biking Events in North Idaho

Fatty Flurry Fest and Fatsquatch fat-biking events to take place in North Idaho this winter as long as pandemic safety guidelines allow it.

Out There Outdoors January 11, 2021

Two little girls walking together, holding hands, along a trail in Dishman Hills Natural Area.

Family-Friendly Scavenger Hunt

Dishman Hills Conservancy and the Spokesman-Review are sponsoring a family-friendly and adult-challenging winter scavenger hunt.

Out There Outdoors January 10, 2021

OTO Publisher Derrick Knowles enjoying winter sunshine.

Weathering the COVID Storm

Covid pandemic-associated economic and social disruptions have been a major source of struggle for many families and businesses, and Out There hasn’t been immune to ...

Derrick Knowles January 10, 2021