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Reader photo: Ready for his close-up

UPDATED: Wed., July 8, 2020

Web extra: Submit your own outdoors-related photographs for a chance to be published in our weekly print edition and browse our archive of past reader submissions online at spokesman.com/outdoors.

Sports >  Outdoors

Appeals Court Victory Maintains Protections for Yellowstone Grizzlies

UPDATED: Wed., July 8, 2020

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday in San Francisco affirmed a federal court’s 2018 ruling that the Trump administration illegally stripped Endangered Species Act protections from Yellowstone’s grizzly bears. The decision spares the grizzlies from previous plans for trophy hunts in Wyoming and Idaho.

Sports >  High school sports

WIAA delays start of fall sports practices until September

UPDATED: Tue., July 7, 2020

On Tuesday, the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association announced it was delaying the start of fall sports practices.

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Sports >  Outdoors

Online resources make getting into the outdoors easier for all

Mon., July 6, 2020

For many outdoor enthusiasts – experienced or novice alike – it doesn’t make sense to buy outdoor gear. It can be a waste of money, time and space. It can also be harmful to the planet to buy things unnecessarily.

Sports >  High school sports

Q&A: New Greater Spokane League director Ken VanSickle discusses state of the league (Part 2)

Mon., July 6, 2020

In April, Greater Spokane League organizers – made up of member schools’ principals and athletic directors – split the job of GSL/District 8 director into two positions for the upcoming school year.

Sports >  Outdoors

WDFW: Celebrate Bass Week July 6-12 close to home

Mon., July 6, 2020

Summer fishing seasons are now in full swing, requiring anglers to make some decisions about how to spend their time on the water.

Sports >  Outdoors

‘Ocean to Idaho’ follows migration of salmon from Pacific to central Idaho through immersive social media campaign

Sun., July 5, 2020

Outdoor journalist Kris Millgate spent a decade in TV news before starting her own production company, Tight Line Media, in 2006. Her latest project is an immersive experience which will keep her on the roads, and streams, of the Pacific Northwest all summer long.

Sports >  Spokane Chiefs

Spokane sports react to potential removal of Native American terms and imagery

UPDATED: Sat., July 4, 2020

For decades, certain sports teams – professional, college and high school – have resisted changing their nicknames and branding from Native American terms and imagery.But with the recent climate of change sweeping the country in the wake of the death of George Floyd and the resulting national protests against racism, a couple of the more prominent – and historically most resistant – professional teams have been pressured by activists and investors to reevaluate the situation.

Sports >  Outdoors

Idaho conservation officer finds missing hiker on Boulder Creek Trail

Fri., July 3, 2020

Idaho Department of Fish and Game senior conservation officer Michael Wampler was getting ready to shut down his patrol vehicle after a long day of bear hunter patrol when he heard a call generated from an Idaho State Police emergency call box near Wilderness Gateway on the Lochsa River.

Sports >  Outdoors

Summer Chinook salmon fishing to open in July on much of Columbia River

Fri., July 3, 2020

With the summer Chinook salmon run exceeding preseason expectations, large portions of the Columbia River will open to recreational chinook fishing in July, fishery managers with WDFW announced Wednesday. 

Sports >  Outdoors

WDFW: Campfire restrictions in effect at wildlife and water access areas

Fri., July 3, 2020

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will restrict campfires and other activities on department-managed lands in Eastern Washington beginning July 1 to help reduce the risk of fire on state wildlife areas and water access areas.

Sports >  High school sports

Q&A: New Greater Spokane League director Ken VanSickle discusses state of the league (Part 1)

UPDATED: Thu., July 2, 2020

This was going to be a hectic year for the Greater Spokane League regardless of the public health crisis.

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Bloomsday introduces ‘Virtual Bloomsday’ as alternative for 2020 entrants

UPDATED: Thu., July 2, 2020

For the first time in Bloomsday history, race officials announced on Thursday the option for participants to run/walk Bloomsday virtually.

Sports >  Outdoors

With three drownings in week, Spokane River safety starts with life jacket

Thu., July 2, 2020

With the weather warming up and Independence Day at hand, folks will be headed out in droves to area waters to boat, fish or just cool off over the holiday weekend. While any of those water-bound activities are approved, recommended outdoors recreation, they all come with necessary precautions to ensure a safe, healthy good time for all. 

Sports >  Outdoors

In brief: Conservation group asks for standardization of range riding procedures

UPDATED: Wed., July 1, 2020

The Lands Council issued a letter to Gov. Jay Inslee's office this week calling upon the governor’s office to mandate WDFW’s standardization of the practice of range riding to protect native wildlife.

Sports >  Outdoors

Alan Liere’s fishing-hunting report for July 2

UPDATED: Wed., July 1, 2020

Alan Liere's fishing-hunting report for July 2.

Sports >  Outdoors

Reader photo: Back paddle!

UPDATED: Wed., July 1, 2020

Web extra: Submit your own outdoors-related photographs for a chance to be published in our weekly print edition and browse our archive of past reader submissions online at spokesman.com/outdoors.

Sports >  Spokane Indians

Minor league baseball, Spokane Indians season officially canceled

UPDATED: Tue., June 30, 2020

On Tuesday, officials with Minor League Baseball confirmed the 2020 MiLB season has been officially canceled after a conference call between MLB’s board of trustees. 

Sports >  Outdoors

Field report: State of the Scotchmans 2020 brings raffle rewards

Mon., June 29, 2020

In this year of social distance, it’s easier than ever to appreciate the peace and solitude of our wild backyard. So why not enjoy it this summer with a new tent, pannier bag or backpack?

Sports >  Outdoors

WDFW: Sockeye and steelhead fishing closes on Columbia River mainstem

Sat., June 27, 2020

With sunny weather and consistent high river flows boosting catch numbers in the lower river, the Columbia River mainstem from the Megler-Astoria Bridge upstream to Highway 395 Bridge at Pasco will close to sockeye salmon and steelhead fishing earlier than previously scheduled, state fishery managers announced.

Sports >  Outdoors

WDFW: Wolf depredations confirmed in Leadpoint pack territory, more nonlethal deterrents deployed

Fri., June 26, 2020

On June 19, WDFW staff conducted investigations of four injured calves in a private pasture in Stevens County. These incidents occurred within the Leadpoint pack territory.

Sports >  High school sports

Spokane Youth Sports Awards celebrates best in region for 2019-20

Fri., June 26, 2020

Normally this time of year, athletes and coaches from across Eastern Washington gather at the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox for the Spokane Youth Sports Awards, a red carpet evening celebrating the best of the best from around the region.

Sports >  High school sports

Prep notebook: North Central’s Allie Janke named state Gatorade girls track athlete of the year

UPDATED: Thu., June 25, 2020

In its 35th year of honoring the nation’s best high school athletes, the Gatorade Co. today announced Allie Janke of North Central as its 2019-20 Gatorade Washington Girls Track & Field Athlete of the Year for the second year in a row.

Sports >  Outdoors

In brief: Lake Roosevelt increasing limited camping access

UPDATED: Wed., June 24, 2020

Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area is increasing recreational access and services.

Sports >  Outdoors

Filmmaker Mark Titus brings ‘experiential package’ to life on passion project to save Alaskan salmon

UPDATED: Wed., June 24, 2020

Film director Mark Titus is racing against time, and the pandemic isn't doing him any favors. When you're on a mission to "save what you love," as the trailer for his most recent film states, you do what it takes to get that message out.