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Katie holding her baby June, who is breastfeeding -- standing in a kitchen with a set of skis behind her.

Motherhood, Identity, & Outdoor Pursuits

New “People in the Wild” column: Ammi Midstokke examines how a new mother navigates impacts on her identity and outdoor pursuits.

Ammi Midstokke April 28, 2022

Two young teenage girls smiling at the camera while lounging in an ENO hammock in the sunshine.

5 Spring Rituals for Outdoorsy Families

Spring rituals and routines to help families celebrate and get ready for the season, from backyard hammocks to campsite reservations.

Amy McCaffree April 26, 2022

Tall, mature pine trees in the Eagle Camp Wilderness, in Oregon, with sunshine streaming behind them.

New Funding For America’s Green Infrastructure

The Great American Outdoors Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure and Jobs Act both provide much-needed funds for public lands.

Adam Gebauer April 26, 2022

Man running along a rocky dirt trail along a ridge above a lake.

North Idaho Trail Run Series: The GRIT

Choose your events and distance options among the trail and off-road race options in The Grit series, organized by Priest Lake Multisports.

S. Michal Bennett April 26, 2022

Robin Manees running across a marathon finish line with both arms raised high, fingers with 2-finger peace signs, in triumph

Inland NW Runner Profile: Robin Manees

Personal profile by Robin Manees about her life as a runner and living with Lupus, and how she has learned to let her body guide ...

Out There Outdoors April 26, 2022

Group of runners of all genders at the start line for the Coeur d'Alene Marathon.

Inland NW Race, Ride, & Event Guide 2022

Learn about road and trail running, cycling, mountain biking, triathlons and other multi-sport events and watersports, and outdoorsy events.

Amy McCaffree April 23, 2022

24 Hours of Riverside 2022: An Around-the-Clock Party on Wheels

All photos by Lucas Arnold For 20 years, the 24-hour mountain bike race at Riverside State Park was a Spokane mountain bike institution each spring. ...

Derrick Knowles April 19, 2022

Group of road cyclists riding along a paved trail shaded by trees during the Lilac Century and Family Fun Ride event in Spokane.

Spokane’s Lilac Century & Family Fun Ride Returns May 22, 2022

Photos courtesy of the Spokane Aurora Northwest Rotary Club The Spokane Aurora Northwest Rotary Club has hosted the annual Lilac Century and Family Fun Ride ...

Out There Outdoors April 13, 2022

Black silhouette of pine trees at night.

Why You Should Night Hike During Spring

Hiking after dark heightens your senses and helps you experience nature in new ways. Find ideas and inspiration in this essay by Heidi Lasher.

Out There Outdoors April 5, 2022