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Republic and the Kettle Range—A Backcountry Skiing & Snowshoeing Shangri-La

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Backcountry skiing and snowshoeing offer peace and quiet, solitude, and immersion in nature that can be a challenge to find in our busy and increasingly urban world. The serene calm of an pristine, snowy landscape. The thrill of breaking trail through a powder-filled meadow. The quiet swish of your skis along a white forest trail. […]

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Washington D.C.—Senate Passes Public Lands Package

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Thanks to Senators Maria Cantwell, a Democrat from Washington state, and Lisa Murkowski, a Republican from Alaska, the Natural Resources Management Act has passed the Senate. This is a major victory for public lands, as well as both political parties, and it has significant influence over many parts of the Pacific Northwest. The most important

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Photo of biker and two horses with riders stopped on the Ferry County Rail Trail.

Planning a Day Hike or Ride on Northeast Washington’s Ferry County Rail Trail

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The 25-mile trail is open year round, so while the fall biking and hiking are great, winter opens up the opportunity for fat bike, snowshoe, and Nordic ski adventures once the snow flies. When planning a trip, in addition to weather considerations, be sure to have the latest trail info, including which sections have been

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Photo of bikers along the Ferry County Rail Trail with fall colors.

Fall Adventures: Northeast Washington’s Ferry County Rail Trail

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Fall can be a hard time of year for some outdoor enthusiasts. As many summer activities wind down, we begin the great switch over to winter. With colder temperatures and snow in the higher elevations, it can be difficult to find adventurous and accessible trails to explore. I usually end up re-hiking or riding the

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Photo of Washington Pass by Sarah Oscarson.

Highway 20 Solo: A Bike Touring Adventure along Washington’s Iconic Cycling Route

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Modern day life often dictates that time and money are limited, and therefore we seek out adventure on the weekends, or in short bursts of time. In order to minimize travel time and maximize destination time, many times we board a plane (or boat, or bus, or car) and rush off to a far-away wonder.

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Northeast Washington Hiking/Camping Road Trip

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Let me be your concierge for a Northeast Washington hiking weekend this summer that includes hiking Thirteen Mile Trail, an overnight car-camping stay at Swan Lake and a visit to the frontier-like town of Republic, Wash. You will make lifelong memories. Swan Lake Campground From Republic, drive Route 21 south for approximately seven miles to

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The swap features thousands of new and used ski and snowboard items sold by individuals and retailers, including Nordic ski gear. Photo courtesy of MSSP Ski Swap

Ski Swap Roundup: Hit these Swaps for Deals on New and Used Gear

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Mt. Spokane Ski Patrol Ski Swap: Friday, October 24-26, Spokane County Fair & Expo Center For 50 years now, the Mt. Spokane Ski Patrol Ski Swap, the region’s largest winter sports equipment and clothing sales event, has been helping skiers find the best deals on new and used ski gear and clothing. The swap has

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