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Tips for Documenting Nature

Many people have a Life List of all the birds they have seen. Others keep field journals denoting all the wildlife and plant species they ...
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Documenting the American White Pelican

The Spokane region is near a major flyway for many waterfowl species flying from their winter grounds to summer breeding areas. One of the best ...
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Recreation to Open Again in Washington State

Washington State Governor Jay Inslee adjusted the Stay Home – Stay Healthy proclamation on April 27, 2020, to allow for the re-opening of state parks ...
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Recreation Safety for COVID-19

Please follow these guidelines when recreational hiking, boating, fishing, and other day-use activities on public lands and trails resumes on May 5, 2020. Check with ...
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Save the New Date for Spokatopia 2020 (Sept. 12)

Yes, the organizers of the 6th annual Spokatopia Outdoor Adventure Festival, who also publish this magazine, think the Spokane region is an outdoor adventure utopia. Hence ...
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Huckleberry Foraging Safety Tips

Bears are omnivores and love berries, so followed these 7 safety tips when you're out foraging for wild huckleberries.
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Hiking for Huckleberries with Kids

Looking for some hikes around Spokane with huckleberries? Hiking Inland Northwest mountains for huckleberries is a popular summer pastime. Western huckleberries—variable in color, from blue ...
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Camps for the Whole Family

Take your whole family on an all-inclusive vacation to a beautiful outdoor destination where the planning is done and recreation options await your arrival. According ...
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When Are Kids Ready for Summer Camp?

Learn how to evaluate if your child is ready for an overnight summer camp and find a good program that meets your child's needs.
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