Bloomsday jump-starts backpacking season

FITNESS — Even if you’re not a runner, Spokane’s annual Bloomsday run is a great motivation to improve the fitness needed for outdoor pursuits, whether its hiking, hunting, fishing, geocaching — whatever.

Join the thousands of people for the he 7.5-mile run/walk on May 1. You’ll be telling the world that Spokane is a special place as you  jumpstart your summer outdoor season.

April 17 is the last day for registering online before the $15 entry fee goes up.