Spectacular landscapes and stunning sunsets. Huge, majestic lakes resembling small seas. Uncrowded, rocky-sand beaches. Massive national forests with alpine lake gems. This is what sets Inland Northwest lake country apart from our coastal counterparts, with destinations for all types of water-loving adventurers. Our 4thannual lake guide can help you decide where to go and what […]
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Lodging: With pet-friendly rooms and frequent shuttles to the resort, the Lake Louise Inn is an awesome place to launch your mountain adventures. Tucked away in the pines with a view of the mountains, the inn offers frequent specials to accommodate travelers on a budget—without sacrificing the scenic beauty or benefits of excellent service. Activities:
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From backcountry skiing to ice fishing, from beginners and fair-weather folks to adrenaline junkies and long-time experts, our list of winter adventures near and far has something for everyone. Take a break from your usual winter mountain and forest destinations and try something new and exciting. Cat ski with Selkirk Powder Guides: Take
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Out There’s first B.C. Ski & Winter Travel Guide pulls together info on southeast British Columbia’s incredible collection of ski and snowboard resorts, Nordic and fat bike trails, hot springs, backcountry touring areas, and creative events within a half day’s drive of Spokane and North Idaho. With all of these amazing outdoor recreation opportunities so
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It is that time of year to earn your turns and get ready for your backcountry ski and splitboard pursuits. Whether you are planning a multiday epic hut trip in B.C. or just like to get some cardio before work, slapping on your climbing skins and heading to the local ski hill is great exercise.
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With silent, moonlit nights, sparkly snow crystals, snowflakes that stick to your nose and eyelashes, nature’s beauty inspires wonder, awe, surprise, delight, nostalgia, and love. During this month’s countdown to the holidays, take time to experience both little and spectacular moments of winter magic. Here are some ideas to inspire you. Partake in the famous
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The Fletcher ski family–led by Poppy and Grammy, Seth and Gloria–includes three generations of skiers at Mt. Spokane.
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Just over three years ago, a young splitboarder, Rafeal Pease, contacted me about getting help with sponsors for a film idea. This would not be a-typical bro-brah flick headlining pros. Instead it would be a splitboard mountaineering movie highlighting people and cultures that make their lives in the mountains around the world as well as
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When exploring the outdoors or hiking with our children, “It’s easy for us to get frustrated,” says Harley McAllister, a father of four boys who lives in Spokane Valley. “We’re thinking, I don’t want to be sitting by this river and throwing sticks in it and watching leaf boats float by; I want to get
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Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve is a geologist’s dream, and an ideal location to explore during the fall and spring months. The variety of lava formations in one place seems unmatched anywhere else in the world. There are lava tubes that you can hike through, like Indian Tunnel, where you can see
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