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• Off-grid ski lodge reclaims mined-out Montana mountains

  March 11, 2012 in Outdoors on Page C12 High-mountain hospitality seekers aren’t likely to stumble onto Altoona Ridge Lodge. It’s off the grid in mountains riddled with old mining claims. No billboards advertise the three compact chalets for … 1

• Modern snowshoes light, convenient, but older ones still cool

  February 19, 2012 in Outdoors on Page C12 I’m no Luddite, but I have an appreciation for the outdoor technology of yesteryear. When deer or elk hunting, I opt for wool clothing over modern synthetics. It’s warm, even …

• Tips for buying modern snowshoes

  February 19, 2012 in Outdoors on Page C12 Modern snowshoes with light aluminum frames and easy-entry bindings with crampons for traction are a pleasure to use with virtually no maintenance. Here are some factors to consider when buying …

• Mount Spokane gets $300,000 for new nordic ski trail groomer

  February 19, 2012 in Outdoors on Page C12 Washington’s Winter Recreation Advisory Committee has approved $300,000 to purchase a larger snowcat groomer to maintain the 30 kilometers of nordic trails at Mount Spokane State Park. George Momany, the …

• 7-month-old dog rescued by forestry trainees

  January 26, 2012 in Outdoors, City on Page A1 Nothing prepares adventurers for the anxiety of looking for a lost dog, especially in the backcountry as the sun sinks below the horizon and the coyotes yip in the distance. … 6

• Out & About: Eagle Watch Week starts at Lake CdA

  December 25, 2011 in Outdoors on Page C10 OUTSEE – There’s never been a better year to take in the annual Eagle Watch Week activities at Lake Coeur d’Alene. Bald eagles have been gathering in record numbers in …

• Consider these tips before you strap in

  February 6, 2011 in Outdoors on Page C14 Most modern snowshoes are a no-brainer to use. Simply step in, pull the straps tight on your boots and start walking. But webfooters heading out for more than a couple …

• Shoes let man maintain winter fitness – with broken neck

  February 6, 2011 in Outdoors on Page C14 George Momany is one of those fit, lean, taut-muscled go-fast guys. When George takes a “short” bike ride, it might cover 80 miles of pavement or four hours of mud, …

• Cabin fever feels just right for backcountry skiers

  December 5, 2010 in Outdoors on Page C12 If you’re lucky enough to see them at all, they might look like simple shelters in the woods. But behind the scenic backdrop, the region’s backcountry lodges – the ones …

• Find all styles of remote shelter

  December 5, 2010 in Outdoors on Page C11 The Inland Northwest has a wide range of options to cure “cabin fever.” Solitude and vacancies are more likely midweek. Here’s a sampling.

• Winter fun is a ‘shoe-in’ with snowshoeing

  January 25, 2010 in Awayfinder destinations During an early January snowshoeing class at Mount Spokane, instructor Trey Nichols asked the seven participants to introduce themselves and tell everybody their favorite wintertime activity. The answers ranged from …

• Out & About

  January 24, 2010 in Outdoors on Page C14 This ‘Souper’ Bowl for women only

• Ski resorts offering special events and deals this week

  January 6, 2010 in Outdoors, City Area ski resorts are luring post-holidays skiers with special events and deals.

• Making tracks

  January 3, 2010 in Outdoors on Page C14 Snowshoes are not just for transportation anymore. Snowshoeing has become a sport of its own. It’s easy to see why. Modern snowshoes are lightweight, comfortable and easy to walk in. …

• Out & About

  February 15, 2009 in Outdoors on Page C12 OUTCLASS

• Snowshoe rentals return to Manito Park

  January 2, 2009 in Outdoors, City If you can’t beat the weather, join it — with a snowshoe trek in Manito Park on Sunday.

• Snowshoers, nordic skiers face spotty trail grooming

  December 25, 2008 in Outdoors, City on Page A1 A dearth of parking and deep snow with no substance have left some issues to work out for cross-country skiers and snowshoers in the Inland Northwest. Trail groomers at areas …