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In This Issue p.5 / From the Editor

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Welcome To Adventureland

By Jon Snyder

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Kaitlin Snyder Health & Fitness Editor

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Jon Jonckers, Amy Silbernagel McCaffree Contributing Writers:

Hank Greer, Ben Greenfield, -Jeff Ferguson, Brad Naccarato

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Disclaimer: Many of the activities depicted in this magazine carry a significant risk of personal injury or death. Rock climbing, river rafting, snow sports, kayaking, cycling, canoeing and backcountry activities are inherently dangerous. The owners and contributors to Out There Monthly do not recommend that anyone participate in these activities unless they are experts or seek qualified professional instruction and/or guidance, and are knowledgeable about the risks, and are personally willing to assume all responsibility associated with those risks.

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On the cover: Fly-fishing at the Rock Creek BLM recreation site. // Photo courtesy BLM. Inset photo of Rich Landers: Jon Jonckers.

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From the Editor: Welcome to adventureland What defines a true Spokanite? Someone who no longer feels the need to defend their city against comparisons to Seattle. Don’t get me wrong; our state’s biggest city is great and has a lot of cool things we’ll never have here. But Spokane’s got it’s own unique coolness—and if folks can’t see it that’s their loss. Spokane also just picked up one thing Seattle doesn’t have; a place on the Outside magazine’s list of Top 10 Best Towns Ever 2013.

Why should you care about some magazine’s gimmicky top-ten list? Founded in 1976, home to great writers like Hampton Sides and Jon Krakauer, and sporting a current circulation of over a half

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million, Outside magazine is the leading voice of outdoor recreation in the United States. Each year their Top Ten Towns list highlights cities that promote active lifestyles and the great outdoors. This list can single-handedly change perceptions about a city nationwide because the list is so widely distributed—especially now that it gets hundreds of thousand of additional impressions on Facebook.

It’s hard to think of too many tools more powerful to attract active professionals to the Inland Northwest.

I started this magazine nine years ago with a tremendous chip on my shoulder about how Spokane, and our region, was not recognized for the great outdoor location that it was. Our pitch: great variety

of outdoor stuff to do, minutes away, no crowds.

At the start I knew making the Outside list would be vindication and set it as my goal. I expanded the circulation of Out There Monthly four-fold. I sent copies of the magazine to Outside contributing editor (and former Spokanite) Nick Heil. Mountain Gear owner Paul Fish and I met with the local Chamber of Commerce to expound the virtues of making the list and promoting outdoor recreation as an economic development tool. I attracted national outdoor advertisers to come into our market for the first time and promoted the list to our Convention and Visitors Bureau.

But we’ve made the list thanks to readers like you, getting outdoors, buying gear, and protecting, pre-

serving, and promoting our outdoor environment.

Now you can help put us over the top by voting for Spokane on the Outside Facebook page: https:// www.facebook.com/outsidemagazine?sk=app_49 8943660171278&app_data So move over Boston, San Diego, Bozeman, Oklahoma City, Honolulu, Park City, Greenville, Waitsfield, and Carbondale—there’s a new kid on the block. Spokanites rejoice. // ------------------------------------------------------JON SNYDER, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF editor@outtheremonthly.com

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Out There News Outdoor Movies at Riverfront Park 2013 Summer Schedule Announced Big screen movies, live circus acts, movie trivia and tasty food will be on hand at Spokane’s newest attraction this summer for the PEMCO Outdoor Movies at Riverfront Park.

2013 is the inaugural season of the Wednesday night series, set to kick off July 17 with the rocking 50s fun of “Grease,” followed July 24 by one of the most beloved family films of all time “The Lion King.”

The weekly showings continue with the hilarious 1984 comedy “Ghostbusters” on July 31, the family baseball adventure “The Sandlot” on Aug. 7, superhero action in “Marvel’s The Avengers” on Aug. 14, and the timeless fairy tale of swordplay, giants, a beautiful princess, and yes, some kissing in “The Princess Bride” on Aug. 21.

More than movies, all PEMCO Movies at Riverfront Park events feature attractions that are sure to please. Spokane Aerial Performance Arts will entertain with stilt walking, juggling, acrobatics, belly dancing and more. Movie trivia contests

will test attendees’ knowledge of the season’s films and some of Spokane’s best food trucks including The Scoop, King of Tacos, Classic Cruisin’ Cuisine and Two Chefs Catering will be serving up tasty eats.

Movies are shown on a 40-foot inflatable movie screen at Riverfront Park’s Lilac Bowl. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and warm clothes for a comfortable evening in the park. All events are dog friendly and tobacco free. Pre-movie seating is $5 per person starting at 7 p.m. Children 5 and under get in free. Movies show at dusk. //

More information about movies, entertainment and food can be found at www.outdoormoviesatriverfront.com and www.facebook.com/outdoormoviesatriverfront. The series is produced

by Epic Events, www.epicevents.us, the Pacific Northwest leader in outdoor movie entertainment.

RAppel off a Skyscraper for Charity

Special Olympics Fundraiser Now Accepting Entries for June 22

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Spokane’s full-service non-profit bicycle shop refurbishing used bicycles and offering hope to youth who are homeless.

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You may be wondering what rappelling down a skyscraper has to do with Special Olympics, but the answer is simple. If you are an individual with intellectual disabilities, you encounter adversities daily. You must have courage to try something that does not come easily to you. Our athletes bravely face challenges on the field, in the pool and on the court. They are our inspiration for this event.

Participant Jennifer Barcklay has stepped into the shoes of our local athletes by taking her support for Special Olympics Washington to new heights since the events inception. Having suffered personally from a traumatic brain injury received in Afghanistan, Jennifer has had to overcome many obstacles. “Helping these athletes physically triumph through their disabilities is just so important” says Barcklay.

The minimum sponsorship level of $650 is linked to the mission of charity. With $650 in

funding, Special Olympics Washington is able to provide sport training and athletic competition for one athlete for an entire year.

Local athletes like Scott Tobin have been able to train for life through his involvement with Special Olympics. In addition to personal growth and development, the organization has allowed him the opportunity to take his first plane ride to compete in National Games, experience Washington D.C. while sharing his story with Congress, and build the self confidence to open and manage his own business. Supporters will be inspiring greatness in the countless lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities, just like Scott.

Over the Edge in Spokane is June 22 at the Bank of America Financial Center. To participate, sponsor, or volunteer go to: http://www.specialolympicswashington.org/calendar/special_events/overthe-edge-2012-spokane or call (509) 299-7117. //

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Health andFitness Bulletproofing Your Body

Total Body Injury Prevention For An Active Summer / By Ben Greenfield Even though everyone has their own personal “weak links” when it comes to muscles, joints or ligaments that tend to be prone to injury, there are certainly common trouble spots for nearly any active individual. Many of these trouble spots tend to include the small, supportive muscles that are notoriously neglected during our large motor movements. These supportive areas include the shoulder’s rotator cuff, the outer butt’s gluteus medius, the small scapula muscles along the shoulder blades, and the abdominal, hip and low back region (or “core”).

So how can you address these notoriously weak areas, and ensure that you bulletproof your body?

In this article, you’re going to get two routines: one longer, more comprehensive workout that you can do in a traditional gym environment, and another shorter workout conducive to quickly performing at home or the office.

You can view any of the exercises you’ll find in this article at YouTube.com/ BenGreenfieldFitness.

Bulletproof Your Body Workout 1: -Begin with a brief 3-5 minutes of aerobic exercise such as jogging, cycling or elliptical trainer, which simply serves to warm your muscles and

1) Warrior 1 2) Warrior 2 3) Warrior 3 4) Down Dog

time through.

make them more pliable. Then continue to a dynamic warm-up that includes a series of arm swings, leg swings, and preferably (if available), foam rolling.

1) 8-10 Arm Swings 2) 8-10 Arm Circles 3) 8-10 Side-To-Side Leg Swings 4) 8-10 Front-To-Back Leg Swings 5) 8-10 Hip Flexor Kickouts 6) 30-60 seconds Foam Roller Hamstrings 7) 30-60 seconds Foam Roller Quadriceps 8) 30-60 seconds Foam Roller Calves -Next, complete the following rotator cuff exercises as a circuit, 3-4x through, with 30-60 seconds rest after each time through: 1) Elastic Band or Cable External Rotation, 20-25 reps 2) Elastic Band or Cable External Rotation, 20-25 reps 3) Dumbbell Front Raising, 15-20 reps 4) Dumbbell Side Raising, 15-20 reps 5) Dumbbell Empty Cans, 15-20 reps 6) Dumbbell Uppercuts, 15-20 reps -Next, complete the following gluteus medius and lateral hip strengthening exercises as a circuit, 3-4x through, with 30-60 seconds rest after each

1) Fire Hydrants, 20-25 reps per side 2) Lateral Lunges, 10-12 reps per side 3) Hip Hikes, 10-12 reps per side -Next, complete the following core stabilizing exercises as a circuit, 3-4x through, with 30-60

While this is a longer workout, simply including it once per week during the entire year will help you to move more efficiently while also protecting the common “weak links” of the human body.

Bulletproof Your Body Workout 2:

So how can you address these notoriously weak areas, and ensure that you bulletproof your body?

This shorter injury prevention workout is a series of four exercises that you simply perform in sequence.

1) 25-50 Shoulder Wall Slides 2) 25-50 Side Lying Leg Raises per Side 3) 25-50 Broomstick Front Raises (preferably prone on a stability ball) 4) 2.5-5 minutes Front Plank I guarantee that if you can complete 50, 50, 50 and 5 minutes of the workout above that you will significantly reduce your risk of injury performing nearly any sport or activity on the face of the planet!

seconds rest after each time through.

1) Front Plank Taps, 10-15 reps per side 2) Side Plank Rotation, 10-15 reps per side 3) Back Bridges, 20-25 reps -Finally, finish by opening the hip flexors with a yoga sequence of 3-5 deep breaths in each of the following positions (or, if you’re familiar with sun salutations, simply perform several sequences of those):

Enjoy these two routines, and if you have questions, feel free to surf over to BenGreenfieldFitness. com and leave a podcast or blog question and I’ll be happy to answer! //

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What’s Your Gear: Jenny Yoakum (triathlon)

While most of us are still sleeping at 3:30 in the morning, Jenny Yoakum is getting ready for her daily workout—training for Ironman Coeur d’Alene, which will take place June 23rd.

“I’ve spent countless hours enjoying the solitude of peaceful early morning time with God while most of the world sleeps,” she says. “I don’t want to get up at 3:30 to get my workout in for the day, but five minutes into it I’m happy.”

Jenny spends most of her pre-dawn workouts outside, running 6-19 miles, either solo or with a friend. Although during the winter she occasionally stays indoors to ride her bike trainer.

Afterwards, she gets ready for her full-time job as a nurse at Spokane Eye Surgery Center.

“The most challenging part of training for

Ironman, for me, is time management,” says this 36-year-old mom of two sons, ages 14 and 4.

“My husband is amazing—none of this would be possible without him! He makes meals, cleans my bike, cheers me on and supports my dreams.

I am blessed!”

Becoming a triathlete has been Jenny’s dream since she was 16 and running for Mead High School’s cross-country team. In 2007, she completed her first one—the Valley Girl Triathlon.

Since then she has done 14 more, her favorite being Ironman, which she did for the first time last year after joining Team Blaze, a local triathlete club.

“On the scale of Ironman, I believe that everyone is capable of doing it. To finish an Ironman doesn’t require you to be a gifted athlete; it just requires you to be a committed athlete and not to give up. The months of training and the sacrifices and getting up early is challenging,” she says.

Getting to that first Ironman start line was particularly challenging. “In the span of five months, my three-year-old son fractured his arm and required surgery, and my 13-year-old son was injured in a ski accident and lacerated his liver and was in the ICU for a week—he nearly died. My husband and oldest son got shingles, and my Team Blaze coach and friend, Scott Roy, passed away,” she says.

“While in the hospital, my 13-year-old son told me that I had to do Ironman even if he died. That I would have to do it to honor his life because I have always taught my kids to follow their dreams, and I could not give up on a 20-year dream—how can you say no to that?!”

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Her faith helped her to persevere. “During my first Ironman race, I was just so happy to be there and felt so privileged to be working towards a long-time goal. It was a day to rejoice and appreciate that I’m alive and I have the ability to do these things, rather than looking at hard it is,” she says. “It wasn’t hard for me because I felt like I had already been through my hardest moments with my son in the hospital.

It’s all about perspective. If you try to find the beauty and the joy and the blessing in it, than you probably will—rather than focusing on how tired or thirsty you are.

To finish an Ironman doesn’t require you to be a gifted athlete.

“When I finished Ironman, I told my family that I found ‘my race’—the thing I wanted to do every year.”

As for this year’s race, Jenny doesn’t have a time goal. “I just want to finish and ‘Enjoy the Journey’,” she says, referring to Scott Roy’s coaching and life motto.

“It takes a whole family to become an Ironman athlete. It’s a big commitment. You need to have family support,” says Jenny, who spends up to 18 hours a week training, which doesn’t include preparation and travel time.

In addition to triathlons, Jenny runs marathons and bikes the annual Seattle to Portland (STP) ride. Her favorite places to train are Mt. Spokane

and the Centennial trail. She swims at the YMCA and runs with the Flying Irish Running Club, and especially enjoys training with her children, including pushing her younger son in a Chariot CX-1 jogging stroller. Jenny’s other outdoor recreation includes Nordic and alpine skiing, snowshoeing, mountain biking and hiking.

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Cool Stuff They Sent Us At OTM we get a constant stream of new outdoor products in the mail: some mediocre, some very cool. Allow us to suggest these items:

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This is a neat multi-device to have in your car.

It can be charged with enough juice to give a full back-up charge to any small USB device like a phone, camera, or iPod. But it also can be a 180-lumen flashlight, lantern, or red emergency strobe. It’s supposed to last up to 50 hours on low output, and 6 hours on high. Not super-light but small enough to consider for camping trips.

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Scrubba Washbag My wife says; “When I go on vacation I’m not looking for new and interesting ways to wash clothes.” Touché! But when you do need to do some laundry in the great outdoors you can’t deny the Scrubba is pretty slick: lightweight, packable, with a flexible internal washboard that allows you to do a small load in just a few minutes. Clean clothes anywhere.

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I’m more of a beer guy so I asked my mom to give me her take on this Prosser, WA wine. Her verdict? It’s great. Sorry I can’t give you a more sophisticated review, but I can let you know McKinley Springs has a couple of cool events this summer: a BBQ fundraiser for veterans on June 8, and the 8th Annual Horse Heaven Hills Trail Drive on July 20. See website for more details. mckinleysprings.com

Everyday Cyclist Wednesday Night fever

Mountain Bike Races Attract All Skill Levels / By Hank Greer Dust clouds billowed behind the lead racers as they bombed down the hillside. A steady stream of sweat-stained, dust-covered riders followed. It’s Wednesday night and mountain bikers from ages 8 to 60 were throwin’ down.

The Wednesday Night Mountain Bike Race Series is held at Riverside State Park by Eric Ewing, race organizer, and Gino Lisiecki, course designer. The first of the eight races took place on May 8th. Gino mapped out a seven-mile loop and racers chose the one or two-lap race.

Everyone wears a timing chip strapped to their left ankle—you don’t want to catch it in the chain on the right side—and their time is logged when they cross the finish line.

The first race had a record turnout of 125 riders. Who comes out to this? Eight-year-old Savanah Rosman was out for her first race.

Normally she runs track with the Spokane Youth Sports Association. She and her mom, also doing her first race, decided to shake it up a bit.

State Park and was a comment expressed by many of the people who came out that night.

Bruce summed it up nicely. “I love this park.

How lucky are we to have this park?”

According to Eric there are over 50 miles of trails to enjoy. Each week, Gino maps out a different route so you never know what challenges to expect. But at the same time there is no pressure. The races are as competitive as you want them to be. At this race, while the skill levels ranged from total beginner to professional, the main objective was to have fun. At that they succeeded. After the race was over I could not find a sweaty, dust-caked face that wasn’t smiling.

Spokane and Coeur d’Alene bike shops take turns sponsoring the races. They provide prizes that are randomly drawn so even if you’re last person to cross the line, you can still win something. Two Wheel Transit of Spokane sponsored the first race and, as an extra bonus, covered the racing fees for all junior racers allowing 13 kids to race for free. Mike Gaertner of Vertical Earth in Coeur d’Alene announced he would to do the same for the kids at the second race.

It’s not too late to accept Bruce’s invitation

Each week, Gino maps out a different route so you never know what challenges to expect.

Jenna Nicol at the wed. races. // Photo hank greer.

“I like to ride my bike and I think this bike race might be fun and beautiful.” Out of the mouths of babes, right?

Jeff Johnson, Greenbluff, says he just likes to get out and ride. The timing of Wednesday evening races fit his schedule. When I asked about his racing he laughed, “I don’t know if it’ll be a race, but it will be a ride.”

Rocky Crocker, a long time cyclist, has been coming over for the races for the past four years—all the way from Wenatchee. To make the most of his visit, he also raced in the Baddlands Racing Twilight Series held the night before.

Says Rocky, “I know a lot of Spokane riders so it’s like visiting old friends.”

Bruce Kuest, Spokane, is in his fourth year of the races. He highly encourages everyone to come out and give it a try. “It’s fun to check your fitness level and reconnect with people you haven’t seen all winter.” Bruce finished first in his category so his fitness level must be doing very well.

Savanah’s expectation of the race, fun and beautiful, is the perfect description for Riverside

and give it a try as there are four races left in the series. If you’re a beginner you will not be a lone rider wandering aimlessly on the trails. There will be other people close to your level there.

It’s an opportunity to make some new friends.

And don’t feel bad about not riding through the steepest or rockiest parts of the course. I can tell you from experience that not only is there no shame in walking your bike, sometimes it’s the smart thing to do.

The fee is $20 for adults and $10 for 18 and under. At the time of this writing, I don’t know if other bike shops are covering junior racer fees, but even if they aren’t your junior racer gets to have some inexpensive fun. If they are, you and your junior racer can get an ice cream on the way home. It’s a win either way.

The races are held at the old airstrip at Riverside State Park just south of Seven Mile Road. There’s a new entrance to the area and what used to be the entrance on Riverside State Park Drive is now an exit. Keep driving south from there and the new entrance is about a quarter-mile farther on your right. You need a Discover Pass for your vehicle. Race registration starts at 5:00 pm and the race starts at 6:30. The start is broken into two waves with those going the greater distance leading off.

When it’s over prizes are handed out, cold drinks wash away the dust, people make new friends, old friends catch up, and everyone has a great time just hanging out. It’s well worth giving a try. //

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Outdoor Calendar CLIMBING (Ongoing) Vertical Introduction. When: Tuesdays and

Thursdays 6 – 8, Saturdays 4 – 6 PM. Where: Wild Walls 202 W. 2nd Ave. In this class you will learn the fundamentals to climb indoors: fitting the harness, knot tying, and proper belay technique. This class (or previous experience and passing our belay test) is a prerequisite for top roping in our facility. Ages 12+, $35. Info: 509-455-9596.

(Ongoing Mondays & Wednesdays) Spider Monkeys Climbing Club. When: 5 – 7 PM. Where: Wild Walls,

202 W. 2nd Ave. For kids ages 4 – 10 years. Please call ahead. Come climb and meet new friends! Info: 509-455-9596.

CYCLING (Ongoing) Belles and Baskets. Whatever style your

cycle, join other Spokane women for no-drop rides, treats, and friendship. Info: 509-951-4090, facebook. com/bellesandbaskets.

(April - August) Baddlands Cooper Jones Twilight Series Races. When: Tuesday evenings at 6 PM.

Where: Cheney, Spokane, Rathdrum, Liberty Lake, Steptoe Butte. USAC Sanctioned bicycle racing. Info: 509-456-0432, baddlands.org.

(June 1) The Bike Hub Downtown Grand Opening Road Ride. When: 9am Ride, 10am Store Opening.

Where: Downtown. The Bike Hub is very proud to announce the grand opening of our beautiful new store! We’ve teamed up with Giant Bicycle to share

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the joy of the ride with everyone in your family.

Please come join us for the festivities. 9AM - 25 mile no drop road ride. Info: 509-474-1260, info@ thebikehubspokane.com.

(June 2) Mad Dash Mountain Bike Race at Adventure Sports Week. When: 8am. Where: Farragut State

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Park Scott Field Area. Distances: Distances: 4, 8 hour solo and team (if entries permit).: A really cool lap course set on the north side of Farragut State Park! Food, support, swag! Solo racers or teams of 2 - 3 allowed. Info: funnflip@msn.com, http:// adventuresportsweekidaho.com.

(July 20) Jedermann Gran Fondo. When: 7:00 am.

Where: Cheney, WA. Choose one of our great routes 112, 66 and 30 miles to ride quiet roads through the towns of Cheney, Sprague, Tokio, Harrington and Edwall. Info: www.emdesports. com

(June 3) Evergreen East Women’s Mountain Bike Ride. When: 6 PM. Where: Riverside Park- 7 mile

(September 14) Ovando Gran Fondo. When: 8 am.

parking lot. Join EMBA-East for a fun women’s mountain bike ride for all riding abilities. Rides will be held 1st Tue of each month, varying locations.

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Where: Ovando, Montana. An epic off-road ride for the Missoula Symphony. This fully supported 57-mile mountain bike ride goes through some of Western Montana’s most scenic landscapes including numerous miles through private land not otherwise open to the public. Info: 406-721-3194

(June 19) Summer Parkways. When: 6pm-9pm.

(August 3) 8 Lakes Leg Aches Bike Ride. When:

Where: Manito/Comstock neighborhoods. Annual summer solstice event. Family, fitness, fun. Spokane’s biggest block party. Streets closed to motorized vehicles, opened to bikes, pedestrians, skaters. Activities/ booths in parks & 4-mile car-free route. Info: summerparkways@gmail.com, www.summerparkways. com

(June 22) Basic Skills Mountain Bike Clinic. When: 10am to 1pm. Where: Camp Sekani Park. Want to have more fun on your mountain bike? Join EMBAEast instructors for a skills clinic that will give you

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7am. Where: Group Health Corp Office - 5615 W Sunset Hwy. Routes: 15, 30, 45 & 75-MILE. 6 Rest/ Food Stops. Great SAG Support. Info: www.lcsnw. org/8lakesride, cmckee@lcsnw.org

(August 10-16) Sunny’s Pedal. When: All Day.

Where: Spokane, WA - Sun Valley, ID. Cyclists will spend 7 days riding about 580 miles from Spokane, WA to Sun Valley, ID to raise funds and awareness for organ donation. Info: 503-380-9800, www.facebook.com/sunnyspedal

(October-November) Inland NW Cyclocross Series.

(July 13) 16th Annual Liberty Lake Loop. When:

8:00AM. Where: Pavillion Park Liberty Lake WA. Challenging 4 mile run on paved roads in Liberty Lake. Kids race in the park. Great shirts, snacks, and awards for adults and kids. Info: www.pavillionpark.org

(July 20) Davenport “Pioneer Plod” 5K and 10

Where: 49 degrees North.10M and 3.5M trail races. All race distances will start at the Calispell Creek Lodge and will course through the Colville National Forest. Info: cptrailrun.com

(August 16-17) Spokane to Sandpoint Relay. When:

All Day. Where: Spokane, WA to Sandpoint, ID. 200 mile overnight running relay from atop Mt. Spokane, down 50 miles of Centennial Trail and finishing on the beach in beautiful Sandpoint, Idaho. Info: info@cascaderelays.com, www.spokanetosandpoint.com

(August 16-17) Spokane to Sandpoint Run/Walk Relay Race. When: start 7:00 a.m. Aug. 16. Where:

start Top of Mt Spokane Fun overnight run/walk relay with teams. Info: 541-350-4635, www.spokanetosandpoint.com

(August 31) Seven Bays “The Seven K at Seven Bays” 7K. Run at 8:00am. Info: http://www.visitlincolncountywashington.com/

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(September 21)River Run Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K, Wenatchee, Wash. Info: http://www.runwenatchee.com/

(September 28) Stomp Out Abuse 5k Run/Walk.

When: 9:00am. Where: Riverfront Park. Come support a great cause! The $35 registration fee will provide 15 weeks of free services for a victim of domestic abuse. Info: https://www.signmeup.com/ site/online-event-registration/93098

(Sept 28) Almira Country Fair “ACFun Run” 5K.

Run at 8:30. Info: http://www.visitlincolncountywashington.com/

(October 12) THE 9’ER (CMRS 2013). When: 9am.

Where: Coeur d’Alene, ID. 2nd annual CMRS. The 9’er is a challenging and beautiful nine mile trail run on Canfield Mountain. All dirt course. Info: www.ironcoreracing.com //

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(Aug 4) Chewelah Peak Trail Run. When: 10am

(Sept 21) 2013-Odessa “Deutschesfest Fun Run” 5K and 10K. Run at 8:30. Info: http://www.visitlin-

Hamilton. Our annual fun run 5K series will take place the last three Tuesdays in July. Info: 509-458-7686, http://www.udistrictpt.com/foundation/programs/

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(July, 16, 23, 30) U*District Foundation Summer Series Fun Run. When: 5:30pm. Where: 730 N

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(July 20) Schweitzer Mountain Trail Run, Schweitzer Mountain Resort. Info: www.smtrail-

(September 14) Spokane Heart Walk. When: 9:00am festivities begin, 10:00am Run Kickoff.

Where: Riverfront Park. Form a team and register to walk or run in the 2013 Heart & Stroke Walk and 5K Run. Info:SpokaneHeartWalk.org. Info: 509-536-1500, www.SpokaneHeartWalk.org

When: 10:30 AM. Where: Post Falls: Seltice Way and Frederick Street.5K Run/Walk, 1 mile course for kids. As you run or walk this course, you’ll be showered with the coolest color blast ever! You pick your color zone. A lot or a little – it’s your choice. Info: www.northidahobgc.org, 208-4579089.

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K. Run at 8:00am. Info: http://www.visitlincolncountywashington.com/

When: 9:00 am. Where: Varies across the Inland Northwest. Annual Series in the INW, spectator friendly events located in area parks on short closed courses and is the steeplechase of bike racing featuring several categories. Info: www. emdesprots.com

(July 13) Boys & Girls Clubs of Kootenai County Jordan Johnson Memorial Fun Run IN COLOR.

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Outdoor Calendar (June 27) Slackline Intro. When: 6-7:30pm. Where: Camp Sekani, 6707 E. Upriver Dr. Walk the “tight rope” to improve your core, strength, balance and movement for climbing, everyday life, or just to have some fun. $15. Info: 509.625.6200, spokaneparks. org (June 27) Bike Maintenance Basics for Women.

When: 7 p.m. Where: REI, 1125 N Monroe. Yes, you can care for your bike. This class will teach you how to change a flat, lube your chain, adjust your gears and keep your two-wheeled buddy running like a champ. Register: rei.com/Spokane. Info: 509328-9900

(June 29) Evergreen East Women’s Mountain Biking Clinic. When: 9am. Where: Camp Sekani Park. All day women’s only mountain biking clinic.

Learn some new skills and meet some fun new people. chelsey@evergreeneast.org, http://www. evergreeneast.org/classes/

(July 6) Lilac City Twilight Crit. When: 5 p.m.

Where: Downtown Spokane. Info: 509.270.8347, http://www.spokanerocketvelo.com/races/lilac-citytwilight-crit.

HIKING/WALKING (On-Going) Wed & Sun Hobnailer Hikes. When:

Varies. Where: Varies. Join Hobnailer hiking club for weekly 6-8 mile hikes in the Spokane area. Call 456-0250 for schedule or more information. Info: clcspo@msn.com

(June 1) WTA trail work party. When: 8:30 – 4. Where Liberty Lake County Park. Celebrate National Trails Day by giving back to one of your favorite trails. We will do tread improvements up to the waterfall. Then in July we can start on the challenging section above the waterfall. Info: 206625-1367, wta.org (June 1) Celebrate Stevens Creek- Big Rock Trailhead Opening. When: 2PM. Where: Steven

(June 5) WTA trail work party. When 8:30 – 4.

Where: Big Rock. We will attempt to complete a section of new trail construction connecting the Stevens Creek entrance to the ridge. Check out wta. org for details and to sign up. Info: 206-625-1367, wta.org (June 8) WTA trail work party. When: 8:30 – 4. Where: Little Pend d’Oreille National Widlife Refuge.Enjoy a campout in a really pretty place as we work June 8th and 9th to try to complete new trail construction to view the beaver ponds.Info: 206-625-1367, wta.org (June 13) Camp Cooking Basics. When: 7 p.m.

Where: REI, 1125 N Monroe. Join REI experts and learn how to make your meals outdoors delectable!

(June 15) Hiking Spokane River Loop. When: 9am-

12pm. Where: Bowl and Pitcher, Riverside State Park. Ages 15+, explore towering rock formations, luscious vegetation, amazing wildlife and more! Easy hike of 3-4 hours, 4-6 miles round trip. Walking poles provided. $12. Info: 509.625.6200, spokaneparks.org

(June 19) Day Hiking: The Perfect Sport. When: 7

p.m. Where: REI, 1125 N Monroe. Hikers can learn how and where to go lighter, farther and more often in a free slideshow by regional trail guide author Rich Landers based on his new co-authored book, “Day Hiking Eastern Washington.” Register: rei.com/ Spokane. Info: 509-328-9900

(June 20) WTA trail work party. When: 8:30 – 4.

Where: Mt Spokane State Park. Come join us for any of four days of building foot bridges on trail 100, June 20, 22, 23, 0r 24. Check the wta.org web site for details.Info: 206-625-1367, wta.org

(June 29) Hiking Deep Creek Canyon. When: 9am1pm. Where: Bowl and Pitcher, Riverside State Park.

Ages 15+, explore towering rock formations, luscious vegetation, amazing wildlife and more! Moderate hike of 4-6 miles round trip. Walking poles provided. $12. Info: 509.625.6200, spokaneparks.org

Paddling (Ongoing) Kayak Instruction. When: Reserve around

your schedule. Where: TBD. Wanting to learn to kayak? FLOW Adventures offers private kayak instruction on your time schedule. Call today to get started. Info: 509.242.8699, www.flow-adventures. com

(June 1) CDA Paddlefest & Demo Day. When: 9 am - 3pm. Where: Coeur d’Alene- Independence Pt. Come see and try the new Kayaks & SUP’s.

Independence Point- City Beach.Info: 208-676-1533, www.kayakcda.com (June 3-7) Kayak Whitewater Intro. When: 6-8pm.

Where: Witter Aquatics Center, E. Mission at Upriver Dr. M, W and F- Learn the essential skills to become comfortable with wet exits, basic strokes, terminology and maneuvering. All essential equipment provided. $69. Info: 509.625.6200, spokaneparks.org

(June 8, 9) Whitewater Rafting Lower Spokane River.

(June 16) Kayak CdA Lake. When: 1-5pm. Where:

202 E. Sherman, Coeur d’ Alene, ID.Ages 4+, kayak clear waters along tree-lined shores as we learn about the area’s Native peoples, pioneer history, steamboat era and Lake Cd’A today. $55. Info: 509.625.6200, spokaneparks.org

(June 17, 19) Kayak Flat Water Touring Intermediate.

When: 6-8pm. Where: Fish Lake. If you’ve been in a touring kayak or completed intro class, go to the next level: work on wet exit, solo/tandem re-entry, t-rescues, braces. $79.Info: 509.625.6200, spokaneparks.org

(June 22) Canoe Paddle Little Spokane. When:

1-5pm. Where: 9-Mile Falls take-out. Magnificence unfolds as you quietly float the beautiful Little Spokane River looking for wildlife. Discover Pass required. $29, REI members $27.Info: 509.625.6200, spokaneparks.org

(June 26) Kayak Whitewater Roll Intermediate.

When: 6-8pm. Where: E. Mission at Upriver Dr., Witter Aquatics Center. Ages 12+, whether your boat needs some roll repair or you’re just getting started, learn the basic concepts of rolling or repair the skills you’ve been taught. $39. Info: 509.625.6200, spokaneparks.org

(June 29). Kayak Horseshoe Lake: When: 9am-12pm or 1-4pm. Where: Horseshoe Lake. Slow down and enjoy the grace of your sleek kayak passing through the water and paddle to a 50’ waterfall. $27, REI members $25. Info: 509.625.6200, spokaneparks.org

RUNNING (Ongoing) Fat Ass Trail Runs. When: Varies. Where: Washington/Idaho. We meet 1-2 times per month for a trail run. FAT ASS is the name given to a series of low key runs that are frequented by experienced runners & walkers and characterized by the phrase “No Fees, No Awards, No Aid, No Wimps”. Info: 208457-2726, facebook.com/TrailManiacs (June 1) Reardan “Mule Chase”. 5K and 10K. Run at 8:00am. Info: http://www.visitlincolncountywashington.com/

(June 1) Red Devil Challenge, Cashmere, Wash. Info: http://www.runwenatchee.com/

(June 1) Mountan Goats Challenge. When: 8am.

Where: Chase Middle School. 10K of heart pounding agony! A ± 660 foot elevation gain. Info: 509-8690189 www.mountaingoatchallenge.com

When: 10am-1pm. Where: Water Ave., Spokane River. Ages 5+, enjoy Bowl & Pitcher and Devil’s Toenail rapids, wildlife, scenery with professional guides. Equipment, PFDs, transportation to vehicle and drinks included. $35. Info: 509.625.6200, spokaneparks.org

(June 2) Teen Closet 50 Mile Relay. When: 6:00 AM. Where: Starts at Mt Spokane High School. 50 Mile Relay Race that starts, finishes and transitions through every Spokane High School. Info: 509-9935471, tommyt@comcast.net

(June 11-13, 25-27) Kayak Whitewater Intermediate.

(June 2) Beaches 2 Boulders Fun Trail Runs at Adventure Sports Week. When: 9am. Where: Farragut

When: 6-8pm. Where: Sullivan Park Upper Parking Lot- Spokane River. Learn river terminology, hydrology and boat maneuvers; improve braces and t-rescues; learn important skills like upstream ferry, eddy peel-outs and entries. $69.Info: 509.625.6200, spokaneparks.org

(June 14, 21, 28) Friday Night Floats. When: 5:30 P.M.

Where: Lower Spokane River. Friday Night Floats rafting on the Spokane River. We will raft through Bowl & Pitcher and Devil’s Toe Nail. Call to reserve your spot. 509.242.8699, www.flow-adventures.com

State Park Sunrise Area. Distances: 3 mile, 6.4 mile, 9 mile. Awesome course along the shore of beautiful Lake Pend Oreille, with great new swag, nice awards, bar b cue, beverages! Fun for the whole family! Many runners last year said it was the finest trail run they had done! Info: funnflip@msn.com, http://adventuresportsweekidaho.com. //

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Creek Rd Trailhead, South on Palouse Hwy about 6 miles, turn north on Stevens Ck. Rd. Celebrating how a successful partnership of local government, non-profit conservation group, and business pulled together to make a beautiful and unique rock formation, stunning viewpoint, and natural landscape available for public enjoyment and stewardship.

Ribbon cutting ceremony followed by refreshments, and ice cream (provided - for sale - by The Scoop).

Hike to the Rocks of Sharon! See rock-climbers scale Big Rock!

We’ll teach you tips & tricks, recipes and tools to make sure you never go hungry on a camping trip again. Register: rei.com/Spokane. Info: 509-3289900, rei.com/Spokane.

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the tools that you need. Ages 14+. $50. chelsey@ evergreeneast.org, www.evergreeneast.org/classes/

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5 GREAT BLM RECREATION SITES

Coffeepot Lake Juniper Dunes

Epic Public Lands, Real Close to Home

Hog Canyon at Fishtrap

All Photos and text courtesy of Michael Campbell & Stephen Smith the Bureau of Land Management

Mountainbiking at Lakeview.

Wildflowers at Fishtrap Lake

Hog Canyon at Fishtrap.

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Geese and pelicans at Twin Lakes.

1. Coffeepot Impressive basalt cliffs frame this eastern Washington lake. More than 900 acres bordering the lake are managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for its wildlife habitat, as well as for recreational opportunities.

-----------------------------------------------------Getting There Located west of Harrington, in Lincoln County, Washington. From Highway 28, turn west onto Coffeepot Road and travel about 12 miles to the gravel entrance on the left. Plan for a drive of one to two hours from Spokane.

-----------------------------------------------------Recreational Activities A picnic and camping area is conveniently located near the fishing dock and boat launch. Here you can enjoy a simple picnic or stay overnight after a day on the lake. Bring your fishing gear and try your luck for rainbow trout, largemouth bass, yellow perch, yellow bullhead, black crappie and sunfish, but first check the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife fishing regulations.

Keep in mind that waterfowl are protected by a game reserve on public lands around Coffeepot Lake, and that no hunting is allowed within this reserve. Guns and hunting dogs are also prohibited within the game reserve.

-----------------------------------------------------Wildlife Coffeepot Lake is also a great spot for bird watching. You might spot a vulture or prairie falcon along the cliffs, or the more common nesting birds such as greater Canada geese, red-tailed hawk, and kestrel near the lake. In 2001, a peregrine falcon--a state listed endangered species – nested in this area. Other wildlife sights and sounds to be looking and listening for are bobcat tracks and wild turkey calls. Watch where you walk...rattlesnakes have been seen in the area.

-----------------------------------------------------Cultural For thousands of years, the native people relied on this land, traveling to the rivers during the spring and summer salmon runs to catch fish, searching the dry hillsides to dig roots, and climbing into the mountains to harvest berries and get deer meat for winter meals. They journeyed back to the lowlands to spend winters in their matcovered houses tucked into sheltered spots. Many of these same natural resources are used today by descendants of these “First Peoples.”

The Coffeepot Lake recreation site has been used continuously for recreation purposes since the privately owned Coffeepot Resort first began renting boats in 1930. The resort grew through the years, incorporating a World War II government surplus barracks from the Spokane area as a lodge. Back then, fishing was mostly for such warm- water species as bass, crappie, perch, and bluegill. The resort was sold to a private hunting and fishing club in the 1970s, and in 1997 was acquired by BLM.

Getting There Fishtrap is just a 30-mile drive southwest of Spokane, Washington. From Interstate 90, take Exit 254, then travel east for 1.75 miles to the public land access.

-----------------------------------------------------Recreational Activities Many opportunities await you here--wildlife viewing, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, hunting, and horseback riding. There’s even an opportunity for winter fishing for rainbow trout at Hog Lake (check with the Washington State Department of Fish & Wildlife for seasonal fishing rules). Camping is allowed, but there are no developed campsites.

Hike along 14 miles of primitive trails that meander near Fishtrap and Hog lakes. You’ll wind through a gently sloping forest and pass by small ponds, wetlands, and rock outcrops.

-----------------------------------------------------Wildlife Wherever there is water, there is wildlife to watch. Stop at Smick Meadows where many different birds flock throughout the four seasons.

Wetlands are especially vibrant with bird songs in the spring time. From the viewing station, catch a glimpse of Northern shoveler and spotted sandpiper.

Coot, mallard, black tern, and killdeer nest and rear their young throughout the summer.

American kestrel and prairie falcon alsonestnearby. Any time of the year, you might see great-

2. FISHTRAP Fishtrap has over 7,000 acres of public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management. This area is managed for its important wildlife habitat, as well as recreational opportunities.

Here you’ll find various habitats--from pine forest, to shrub- steppe, and Palouse grassland.

Other features include several wetlands, numerous meadows, and basalt cliffs. There are also two major lakes – Fishtrap and Hog. ------------------------------------------------------

3. LAKEVIEW This eastern Washington oasis located in the heart of Lincoln County offers more than 10,000 acres of public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). This area is managed for its wildlife habitat, seasonal livestock grazing, as well as for recreational opportunities.

-----------------------------------------------------Getting There Located 8 miles north of Odessa, Washington.

Take Highway 21 north from Odessa, go 2 miles

to Lakeview Ranch Road, turn left and travel 5 miles on a gravel road to Lakeview Ranch. Plan for a drive of one to two hours from Spokane.

-----------------------------------------------------Recreational Activities You’ll find quiet picnic and camping areas with views of Pacific and Walter Lakes. Corrals at the ranch are usually available for trail horses overnight. There’s a boat launch and fishing dock east of the ranch along the Pacific Lake shoreline.

Pacific Lake is stocked annually with Rainbow trout. For season regulations about fishing or hunting on public lands in the Lakeview area, contact the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Odessa to Pacific Lake trail winds for 12.5 miles through shrub- steppe uplands and the Lake Creek Canyon between the small town of Odessa and Pacific Lake/Lakeview Ranch. Signs in downtown Odessa will direct you to the trailhead. Nearly 3.5 miles of the trail’s north section are open for motorized vehicle use.

The geologically unique Odessa Craters site is 5 miles north of Odessa, off Highway 21. Stroll along a one-quarter mile barrier- free trail and look into Cache Crater, or hike a 1.5-mile trail loop passing by Rock Rose, Wild Garden, and Amphitheater Craters.

-----------------------------------------------------Wildlife Lakes and springs that dot the area are ideal places to watch wildlife. American Coot, as well

Any time of the year, you might see great-horned owl, red-tailed hawk, and red-breasted nuthatch. horned owl, red-tailed hawk, and red-breasted nuthatch. This is a great place for birding enthusiasts!

Amphibians, too, make their homes in wetlands. Listen carefully to hear tree frogs chorusing during spring breeding season. Sometimes you might see a long-toed or tiger salamander, spotted frog, and spadefoot toad. Look for egg masses and tadpoles around wetland edges, or for a frog splashing into the water as you walk by.

-----------------------------------------------------Cultural For the thousands of years, a wide variety of vegetation and abundant wildlife found at Fishtrap provided Native Americans with food, medicine, and spiritual uses.

Explorers, traders, and settlers to this region converted the landscape in the late 1800s and 1900s to farms, ranches, and small communities.

Folsom Farm, with its few remaining buildings, is an example of that time period.

as Redhead and Ruddy ducks, frequent wetlands.

In the grasslands, you might see or hear the noisy Killdeer as it nests and rears its young throughout the summer. You may spot a Ferruginous hawk, sage grouse, or an American white pelican. As you walk along the lakes or springs, watch for painted turtles and tiger salamanders. Check along the ground for badger burrows. Mule deer often browse along the uplands and sometimes you can catch a glimpse of a coyote. Look upon the rocks and you may spy a short-horned lizard.

Be careful where you walk...rattlesnakes have been seen in the area.

-----------------------------------------------------Cultural Native people relied on the land for thousands of years. They traveled spring and summer to rivers to catch fish, to wetlands and dry hillsides to dig roots, and to mountains for berries and deer meat. In the winter, they lived in the lowlands in mat-covered houses. Many roots, berries, and other resources used those many years ago are still found here and continue to be used today by descendants of these “First Peoples.”

4. TWIN LAKES This is a unique part of the Channeled Scablands with more than 14,000 acres of public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) located in Lincoln County. This area is managed for its wildlife habitat, seasonal livestock grazing, and recreational opportunities.

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Getting There From Highway 28, at Harrington turn west onto Coffeepot Road and travel about 12 miles, then turn right onto Highline Road. Watch for public land access signs. Drive 1.5 miles to the entrance on the right. Follow this access road for about 2 miles to reach the recreation site. Plan for a drive of one to two hours from Spokane.

-----------------------------------------------------Recreational Activities Camp or picnic between upper and lower Twin Lakes where shade trees offer a tranquil setting.

Non-motorized trails wind through shrub-steppe uplands, past numerous wetlands, and through the upper Lake Creek Canyon. Fish for Rainbow trout, largemouth bass, yellow perch, yellow bullhead, black crappie and sunfish in the lake. For fishing or hunting regulations in the Twin Lakes area, contact the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife.

-----------------------------------------------------Wildlife Shrub steppe and its native plant communities are home to so much life! As you walk through the uplands, listen for the flute­ like song of the western meadowlark and watch for the distinc­ tive white eye ring of the sage sparrow. Near the wetlands, you can often hear migratory birds singing and may see shore birds such as greater yellowlegs, black-neck stilt, semi-palmated plover, and avocets.

At any time of the year, you might catch glimpses of mule deer, coyote, marmot, and badger. And...if you like reptiles, this is the place for you! At least five species of snake are found here.

A quick eye could get a peek of painted turtles and short-horned lizards warming themselves on rocks. Be careful where you walk though...rattlesnakes have been seen in the area.

-----------------------------------------------------Cultural Human activity in the Twin Lakes area dates back thousands of years. The area’s first government surveyors in 1878 reported finding “a fish trap used by Indians” in the stream between the upper and lower Twin Lakes. As non-native settlement increased in the late 1800s, so did the need to connect new farms with eastern markets.

To encourage railroad companies to build in the West, the U.S. Government made land grants to them along new routes. The railroads later sold some lands to settlers. In the case of Twin Lakes, the Northern Pacific Railroad Company sold the entire square mile that includes upper Twin Lake and the strip of land between the two lakes to settlers. These early settlers used the lakes for swimming, fishing, and duck hunting. After World War II, the present Twin Lakes campground became a small resort that operated into the 1960s, until the BLM acquired the property in 1995.

5. JUNIPER DUNES WILDERNESS The Juniper Dunes Wilderness Area is a very large dune system where natural processes are intact and the overall species diversity is high. It contains some of Washington State’s largest sand dunes (up to 130 feet in height and 1,200 feet in width) and largest remaining natural groves of western juniper.

-----------------------------------------------------Getting There Juniper Dunes is located north east of Pasco, WA. Take Highway 12 east to Pasco Kahlotus Road and look for signs.

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Wildlife The Wilderness provides habitat for some rare species including the plant Gray cryptantha, and from the animal kingdom: Sagebrush Lizard, Black-tailed Jackrabbit, Grasshopper Mouse, Ord’s Kanagaroo Rat, Ferruginous Hawk and Swainson’s Hawk.

----------------------------------------------------Recreational Activities Activities at the area include hiking, horseback riding, and camping. A permit is required for overnight stays; permits are available on the BLM’s Juniper Dunes Recreation Site webpage.

A permit must be filled out and mailed to the

Wilderness is highly recommended, or at minimum taking along a compass to maintain your bearings. Campfires are strictly prohibited, but use of a camp stove is allowed. All motorized and mechanized equipment including game carts, mountain bikes or anything with wheels are prohibited from entering the Wilderness.

Advance planning is very important to be prepared for any difficult situations and/or conditions you might encounter, especially for overnight trips.

Be aware that road access past the first “P” symbol (for “Parking”) on the map when traveling northbound on Peterson Road (where

If you like reptiles, this is the place for you! At least five species of snake are found here.

BLM Spokane District Office prior to visiting the Wilderness.

Wilderness visitors must pack in all drinking water and be prepared for large temperature swings. Proper sun protection such as a widebrimmed hat is recommended, even in early spring and late fall, along with sun screen lotion. There are no sources of ground water in the Wilderness.

Utilizing a GPS and compass while in the

Peterson Road ends and Juniper Dunes Road begins) is typically difficult due to loose sand road conditions and potentially some large roller-coaster like “whoops” in Juniper Dunes Road. Vehicle travel past this point normally requires at minimum a high clearance vehicle, preferably 4-wheel-drive.

Access to the Wilderness Gate is via the one-mile stretch of Wilderness Road where it starts 3⁄4 mile north past the upper parking/ staging area off of Juniper Dunes Road. There

is a Wilderness Road sign at that intersection but it is easy to miss. Travel on Wilderness Road requires a high clearance 4-wheel drive vehicle to reach the Wilderness Gate in the best of conditions, i.e. in late fall/ winter/early spring or soon after significant precipitation when the loose sand road has moisture and some compaction.

As stated above it is recommended that people do not attempt turning off of Juniper Dunes Road onto Wilderness Road to access the Wilderness Gate, especially when sand conditions are dry. If you get seriously stuck it will be very difficult to get towed out.

Prior to departure, horseback riders should contact the Border Field Office at 509-536-1200 for instructions regarding horse access beyond the Wilderness fence. Anyone considering a visit to the Juniper Dunes Wilderness is welcome to call the same phone number for answers to any questions not addressed here.

To protect this fragile ecosystem and to preserve it as untrammeled by man as required in a Wilderness, PLEASE practice the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace ethics, build no structures of any kind, and BE SURE to pack out all garbage. //Lincoln County has the most BLM land in E. Washington – 79,130 acres. Recreation areas in addition to Coffeepot, Lakeview, and Twin Lakes include the Telford Area, popular for hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking; All allow camping and with only 4.7 people per square mile in

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Take a Walk on the Dry Side Rich Lander’s New Hiking Book Is Out / By Jon Jonckers Day Hiking Eastern Washington validates all the reasons outdoor enthusiasts live in Eastern Washington. From the sagebrush expanses to the rugged mountain forests, local hiking opportunities are accessible to all ages and abilities all year long.

Rich Landers and Craig Romano teamed up to write the latest trail guide of 125 hikes. Between the two, they have authored more than ten guidebooks to the Pacific Northwest, and it’s safe to call each of them an authority on day hikes. Based on their experiences and attention to detail, they worked hard to prepare easy-to-follow driving directions, detailed route descriptions, and helpful suggestions for those wishing for a longer outing.

Rich Landers is the outdoor editor for the Spokesman Review, and author of the iconic local guide: 100 Hikes in the Inland Northwest. Without question, every other local guide, from paddling to mountain biking, stem from this primary guidebook. In the preface of DHEW, Romano cites Lander’s influence when he writes, “I am honored to be working with the person who first introduced me to the region.”

When asked about working with Craig, Rich responds, “Craig and I are both serious hikers as well as professional writers, so we had a perfect marriage so to speak for working together on a hiking book. We met, made lists, debated the inclusion or ditching of some things; revised, revised again and again; divided the work and neither of us had to pick up slack for the other.

Only five people are officially in the 100 Hikes in the Inland NW Century Club—hikers willing to travel and prioritize to complete all 100 hikes.

We know how to take notes, take criticism and endure bites to our pearls of prose. We shared with each other and learned from each other all the way through, zipping emails back and forth every now and then giddy like schoolgirls with unexpected discoveries.”

At his core, Landers remains an enthusiastic and devoted journalist. But this particular book proved to be a celebratory moment where he could underscore all the delightful, one-day adventures that have influenced his work over the years. Undoubtedly, readers will ask how this book differs from 100 Hikes, and he’s quick to supply a worthy answer.

“Although readers will favor one or the other for the format and details, the main difference in the two books is the area they cover. 100 Hikes in the Inland Northwest is geared to the best hikes within a day’s drive of Spokane—the hub for trips Spokane Mountaineers groups might want to do in the course of a few seasons. They range from easy to difficult, short to multi-day, in Eastern 18

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Only five people are officially in the 100 Hikes in the Inland NW Century Club—hikers willing to travel and prioritize to complete all 100 hikes.

Three are women older than 60. DHEW is focused exclusively on Eastern Washington, with big clusters of hikes near Republic, Metaline, Dayton, the Columbia Basin and especially around Spokane.

It’s organized in concert with other guides in the Mountaineers-Books Day Hiking series to cover all regions of the state and the Columbia Gorge. It leans toward more short hikes, although some long ones like the Panjab Loop in the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness will test you.

Certainly there’s overlap between the two books, since both seek out the best hikes in overlapping regions.

But the books are distinct enough that it’s worth having both of them.”

Day hikers, trail runners, GPS explorers, mountain bikers, horseback riders and local hiking groups have already purchased stacks of the book and hiked the most convenient trails, even though it has only been on the shelf for a month.

Thanks to a cunning business model that further illustrates the wisdom of Romano and Landers, there’s a mechanism to offset the very same traffic that the book creates. In a giant red circle on the cover of the

book, it reads “1% for TRAILS.” Landers emphasizes, “The Day Hiking series donates 1% of book sales to trails (via groups such as the Washington Trails Association), taking off on the “1 Percent for the Planet” campaign started about six years ago by Patagonia and other environmentally conscious companies.

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