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Austin Visintainer doing a snowboarding trick and riding along the ski lodge wall at Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park.

Spokane Pro-Snowboarder Austin Visintainer

Pro rider Austin Visintainer (friends call him "Vizz"), from Spokane, gains greater recognition and stars in new major snowboard movie.
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Two young girls smiling at the camera while cross-country skiing at Mt. Spokane.

Cross-Country Ski Beginner Guide for Families

Families with young children can plan a first-time cross-country ski outing using these 4 easy steps, including gear rentals and where to go.
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The author's toddler and dog walking on the trail, with trees on side and a downslope on the other.

On Walking a Toddler in the Woods

Personal essay by Lisa Laughlin reflecting on how motherhood has changed how she experiences trails, hiking, and the great outdoors.
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Man climbing Mt. Hood during winter.

Surviving An Avalanche: Mount Hood, 1977

Bob Degroot shares his story about surviving an avalanche on Mount Hood in 1977 while climbing with friends Mike Burr and Pete Lambach.
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Black bear walking across a clearing in a forest.

Why Washington’s Spring Bear Hunt Was Canceled

Washington Fish & Wildlife Commission made the controversial decision to cancel the 2022 spring bear hunt only because of a tie-vote.
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Illustration of a person fatbiking on a snow covered trail.

Winter Fatbike Racing: The Pursuit of Ultra Fatness

Long-distance winter fatbike racing is grueling, but that's why some riders say they do it. Meet Inland NW bikers who embrace the challenge.
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Kayaker taking short drop from a rock into whitewater river.

Trip Report: North Cascades Whitewater Kayaking

Bridge Creek to the Stehekin River is a remote, multi-day, self-supported whitewater run through the North Cascades to Lake Chelan, Wash.
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Skier making turns in deep powder at Lookout Pass in Mullan, Idaho.

What’s New at Local Resorts: Ski NW Rockies

Latest news for Ski the NW Rockies Association resorts--Mt. Spokane, 49 Degrees North, Silver Mountain, & Lookout Pass--for Jan.-Feb. 2022.
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Person walking up to a snow covered house.

New Routes & Rules for Mt. Spokane Uphill Skiing

Winter 2021-22 opportunities and guidelines for uphill skiers and boarders at Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park.
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