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Woman doing a yoga pose while on a stand-up paddleboard on a lake.

Yoga on a Paddleboard

SUP yoga is a great way to spend time in nature while benefiting from the challenging and restorative elements of yoga.
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Flower mural art on a garage door.

Ideas For Beautifying Your Yard with Art

Ideas for how to beautify your home outdoor spaces with art, from shopping local from artisans to simple do-it-yourself projects.
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Sandy beach on an island in Priest Lake.

31 Ways to Explore Inland NW Lakes

OTO writers share their ideas for recreation, adventure, and simply enjoying time at any lake in the Inland Northwest.
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Bike loading with gear parked near Fishtrap Lake.

Bikepack Fishing at Inland Northwest Lakes

Pack your rod and ride! Destinations for fishing and camping to create your own bikepacking route to one or more small lakes.
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A group of pelicans on a submerged tree on lake.

Where to See Wildlife At Inland NW Lakes

Learn which Inland Northwest lakes to visit for a chance to see moose, mountain goats, bald eagles, and unique waterfowl,
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Evergreen trees standing tall between a grassy meadow and lake.

Easy Summer Hiking At Slavin Conservation Area

For a mellow summer hike or ride, visit the James T. Slavin Conservation Area -- flowy yet flat, with both wooded and open meadow trail.
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Photo of swimmer by Summer Hess.

41 Ways to Beat the Heat in the Northwest

Stay cool during a Northwest heat wave! Here are 41 ideas for recreation, adventure, and family activities.
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Book cover of "Where Should We Camp Next?"

3 Books for Summer Adventure

Bookseller from Auntie's Bookstore, Rebecca Gonshak, reviews three books that will inform, inspire, and entertain outdoor adventurers.
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California Cowboy Tropic Shirt: black with small red graphic design accents.

Gear Room: California Cowboy Tropic Shirt

Like a tactical shirt for beach bums, California Cowboy’s Tropic shirt is not your grandpa's Hawaiian shirt.
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