Wanted: Bikers/Hikers/Riders to Map Spokane Area Trails
From Out There Monthly Do you have a GPS unit or a smartphone mapping app that you hike or bike with when you’re out on Spokane’s many miles of official…
Water Trail
Volunteers make State Line restoration and river access a reality
[portfolio_slideshow] Sixty four volunteers turned out last Friday and Saturday to make the State Line restoration a success. Over two hundred volunteer hours contributed to achieving the ambitious restoration objectives…
Johnson Controls Team Braves Elements in Upriver Scrub
Famous track and field coach Bill Bowerman may have said it best: “There is no such thing as bad weather, just soft people.” Last Saturday a team of smiling Johnson…
New State Line Access a go
We’re pleased to announce that Spokane River restoration and non-motorized boat access at State Line will begin in October. State Line design includes non-motorized boat ramp to water, native plantings…
Spokane Water Trail Access at Convention Center Takes Big Step Forward
The Spokane Park Board adopted a resolution, and the Public Facilities District (PFD) has agreed to its terms, that details next steps for partnering with the PFD to develop a…
The state of water trail access, trees and other happenings with Spokane Convention Center Access
On his blog today, Rich Landers with Spokesman Review writes “Plans for the voter funded $55-$65 million expansion of the Spokane Convention Center are advancing to the construction stage, but…
Spokane Valley photo and video contest
The City of Spokane Valley is sponsoring a photo and video contest as part of the city’s ten year anniversary. For the many folks who enjoy rafting, paddling, fishing and enjoying the river’s shoreline, what a great opportunity to share your joy with others.
A river for all
Watch an inspiring video of Scott Bailey, a double leg amputee, using a sailing kayak to travel from Boulder Beach to Downtown. Scott’s companion, Miles Moore, is a dealer in boats and other equipment for the disabled. Together, they once again prove the wonders of the human spirit and our river.
Restoration continues at Mirabeau
The Forum and Spokane Canoe and Kayak Club (SCKC) teamed up again to improve access at Mirabeau. View the slide show to see the day’s work.
We lost a great one
Robbi Castleberry, 1933 – 2013 My son overheard the conversation when Brian gave me the news that Robbi passed away. “Did someone die?” “Yes, we lost a great one.”…