Hiking

Small white and red tent in an open patch on wild bunch grass near Z Lake, with flat topography in the distance and party cloudy blue sky.

Spring Hiking At Swanson Lakes Wildlife Area

Where to explore and what to expect at Swanson Lakes Wildlife Area, in Lincoln County, Wash., less than 1.5 hours west of Spokane.

Holly Weiler March 24, 2022

A black morel with a tall cylinder shape, growing up from bright green moss.

Spring Mushroom Hunting: 3 Things To Know

Three essential things to know before you forage for wild mushrooms: how to identify, where to find, and how to prep and cook.

Out There Outdoors March 14, 2022

Support Getting Outside Through Spokane Parks Foundation

Brief History of Spokane Parks About 70 years ago, Laurence Hamblen, who was the Spokane City Park Board President at the time, realized that there ...

S. Michal Bennett March 10, 2022

Leashed dog on a trail in front of her owner.

Editorial: To Leash or Not to Leash Your Dog?

In a city or other developed area with people walking and biking on public lands, trails, and roads, keep your dog on-leash.

Derrick Knowles March 7, 2022

Jack Wolfskin kid backpack with blue main compartment, black rain cover, and black straps.

Gear: Kids Backpacking & Hiking Packs

German-gear maker Jack Wolfskin has feature-filled kids' bags for hiking, backpacking, and other travel adventures.

Derrick Knowles March 3, 2022

Jack Wolfskin Mosquito-Proof Jacket- zippered front, hood, long sleeves, and solid-light brown colored.

Gear Review: Jack Wolfskin Mosquito-Proof Clothing

Jack Wolfskin Lakeside Collection of shirts, pants, and jackets made of breathable, biocide-free, mosquito-repelling, organic cotton.

Out There Outdoors March 3, 2022

Princeton Tec LED dual light headlamp, black with black adjustable headband.

Gear Review: Princeton Tec Rechargeable Headlamp

Made in the U.S.A., the Princeton Tec Axis rechargeable, LED headlamp has three light modes and a burn time of 15 hours.

Out There Outdoors March 3, 2022

Gregory Arrio 18 Day Hiking Pack, solid black

Gear: Gregory Arrio 18 Day Hiking Pack

Gregory's Arrio 18 Day Hiking Pack is lightweight and comfortable, with plenty of room for everything you’ll need on any day hike.

Derrick Knowles March 1, 2022

Sunset on the horizon of the hillside with view of the Little Spokane River in the Waikiki Springs natural area. Trees and bushes in the meadow alongside the river.

Aster Trail Completed at Waikiki Springs Preserve

The new Aster Trail was completed at Waikiki Springs Nature Preserve, in northwest Spokane, and two more trails are under construction.

Carol Corbin January 30, 2022