FISHING -- Idaho's ice fishing rules are similar to regulations covering to the rest of the year. For example, as of Jan. 1, a 2016 fishing license is required for anglers age 14 and older. And as always, it must be on your person when...
WILDLIFE WATCHING -- Some locals brought in the New Year by snowshoeing, others by braving the frigid Spokane River waters on catarafts. But Tim O'Brien of Cheney continued his tradition of a Jan. 1 birding tour to see how many species he could find. Here's…
WATERSPORTS -- They call it "Only Fools Float on the First," an annual tradition upheld by hard-core members of the Northwest Whitewater Association and the Spokane Canoe & Kayak Club. For the record, there are still a few fools left. "With the morning temperature hovering…
WINTERSPORTS -- Nearly 40 snowshoers joined leader Holly Weiler for a First Day Hike to the top of Mount Spokane today in a New Years Day 2016 event promoted by Washington State Parks. Spectacular.
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