Rafting, hiking Grand Canyon in winter had high, low points
ADVENTURING -- Before I write my stories about winter adventuring in the Grand Canyon, I have to decide which I enjoyed more, the view up from the river or the view down from the rim!
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MONDAY, FEB. 17, 2014
Trail cam website collects classic wildlife shots
WILDLIFE -- The Thrill-On website has collected a fairly good series of wildlife photos -- tender to terrifying -- from trail cams. Check them out.
FRIDAY, FEB. 14, 2014
Public lands a starting point of intimate romance 4
PUBLIC LANDS -- National parks and other public lands have been the inspiring setting for "made in America" romances, as this Department of Interior video suggests.
2014 poised to be year of the salmon in Washington 3
SALMON FISHING -- The early forecasts are phenomenal. If you're not making plans for salmon fishing this year, get your head examined. Here's the latest report from Joe Hymer, salmon specialist for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife: In addition to nearly a million…
Learn how to tie up a nymph
FLY FISHING -- Here's the scoop on a fly tying clinic coming up next week at Silver Bow Fly Shop: NW Top Nymphs Fly Tying What: Learn the best nymph patterns for the Spokane and other area rivers. When: Feb 18 6-8:30pm Instructor: Wayne Jordan…
Bass-walleye fishing clinics offered by pros Saturday at Valley Marine
FISHING -- Pro bass anglers Brett Hite and Dave Kromm will headline the list of presenters at a free series of bass and walleye fishing seminars Saturday, Feb. 15, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at Valley Marine, 7915 E. Sprague Ave. in Spokane Valley. The second annual…
Landers returns from wild time in Grand Canyon
About 50 hours ago I snapped this photo after hiking out 10 miles and nearly a mile in elevation to the Grand Canyon's South Rim Village. I'd been rafting the Colorado River and exploring the side canyons for two weeks. But I had to leave…
Enchantments wilderness permit application period opens 1
BACKPACKING -- It's time to make your application for a coveted permit to backpack into the Enchantment Lakes area of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness near Leavenworth. Here are details from the U.S. Forest Service: Rugged, beautiful and unique, the nationally known Enchantments are contained within…
THURSDAY, FEB. 13, 2014
Safari Club sets conservation banquet
HUNTING – The Inland Empire Chapter of Safari Club International will hold its 32nd annual benefit dinner and auction on March 15 at the Mirabeau Park Hotel in Spokane Valley. The banquet includes door prizes and a variety of raffles and auctions with chances to…
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 12, 2014
Hunters once considered top flight on airlines 2
HUNTING -- Remember when airlines and other mainstream companies could freely recognize hunters as valuable clientele?
TUESDAY, FEB. 11, 2014
Roosevelt Lake shore ideal for winter hikes with dogs
HIKING -- Hikers looking for a long winter walk where they can let their dog romp a bit might consider the shores of Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area that are away from houses and buildings. Be smart: If there's anyone around -- anglers, walkers or…
MONDAY, FEB. 10, 2014
"Love calls of the wild" ring tones offered by endangered species group
The Center for Biological Diversity is offering new, free ring tones called "Love Calls of the Wild," just in time for Valentine's Day. "The campaign features 25 specially selected cell phone ringtones that include mating and social calls along with hoots, chirps, grows and trills…
Fishing with nymphs: effective, and yes, legal
FLY FISHING – Oregon fly fishing author Dave Hughes will present a free program, ”Nymph Fishing Simplified,” Wednesday, Feb. 12, 7 p.m., at St. Francies School, 104 W. Heroy, sponsored by the Spokane Fly Fishers. Hughes, author of more than 20 books on fly fishing…
Film celebrates ladies' outdoor adventure in Iceland
OUTDOOR TRAVEL -- Here's a cool 22-minute film worth viewing if you love life, snowboarding, music, yoga, sailing -- and want to follow five young ladies living large on a trip to Iceland. The first in a series of short documentaries, "Explore Iceland with One…
FRIDAY, FEB. 7, 2014
Canada lynx trapped in Cabinet Mountains 5
Two trappers in Idaho’s Cabinet Mountain range had an unexpected catch last week. The snarling critter they had live-trapped was slightly smaller than a bobcat, with tufted ears and big, furry feet. It was Canada lynx, a rare and secretive forest cat. The trappers called…
THURSDAY, FEB. 6, 2014
Plan ahead for free entry at federal, state lands
PUBLIC LANDS -- Federal land managers offer free entry to parks, forests, U.S. Bureau of Land management lands, refuges and other national interest lands where fees are charged on certain holidays scattered through the year. Washington State Parks also sets dates for fee-free entry. The…
Fly fishers have plenty to think about on the water
FLY FISHING -- This short video pretty much sums up my best days of fly fishing.
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 5, 2014
Test your knowledge of porcupines
WILDLIFE WATCHING -- The porcupine doesn't get much press. Unless it's eating the bark off one of your trees or adorning your dog's nose with quills, you might never know that one is around. The latest issue of Wildlife Express, an Idaho Fish and Game…
Gearing up for a hike in griz country? Read this first
BACKPACKING -- If you're thinking about packing a gun on your next hike into Yellowstone, Glacier Park or other areas of grizzly bear habitat, read this story first. Then check out the video above on how to effectively use bear spray.
TUESDAY, FEB. 4, 2014
Fishing tip: Go bottom's up with bait containers
FISHING -- Nightcrawlers instinctively burrow down for safety, requiring anglers to dig down through dirt in their bait containers for find the next worm bound for the hook. Save time by setting your bait container upside down while you're fishing. When you get ready to…
Program helps you know your GoPro
OUTSHOOT – A free clinic on using a GoPro camera to capture outdoor adventure action is being offered by REI at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13. The program will focus on the popular camera's user interface, video capture, image settings and accessories. Pre-register: rei.com/spokane.…
MONDAY, FEB. 3, 2014
Planning adventures abroad program at REI
TRAVEL – Experts in international adventure travel will present a free program on planning a trip abroad at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6, at REI, 1125. N. Monroe. Pre-register to save a spot.
Idaho spring hunt applications coming due
HUNTING -- Sportsmen have until Feb. 15 to apply for Idaho's spring black bear controlled hunts and until March 1 to apply for controlled wild turkey hunts. Spring turkey and spring black bear seasons start April 15, with some controlled hunts opening later. Turkey youth…
Shape your birding knowledge with this chart
WILDLIFE WATCHING -- This chart, courtesy of the Spokane Audubon Society's monthly newsletter, helps you put your birding knowledge into perspective.
FRIDAY, JAN. 31, 2014
Letter-writing party to oppose Upper Lochsa plan
Several groups opposed to the Upper Lochsa Land Exchange are hosting a letter-writing party to Idaho's congressional delegation beginning at 4 p.m. Thursday (Feb 6) at the Garden Lounge in Moscow. The proposed exchange would trade 40,000 acres of commercial timberland owned by Western Pacific…
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