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49 Degrees North announces opening date

UPDATED: Sat., Nov. 16, 2024

Washington’s second-largest ski area has announced its opening day.

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Washington confirms second case of chronic wasting disease

UPDATED: Wed., Nov. 20, 2024

Another case of chronic wasting disease has been confirmed in Washington, wildlife officials said Friday.

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Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge to expand fall turkey hunting

Thu., Nov. 14, 2024

Federal officials are expanding fall turkey hunting at Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge, adding acreage to the reservation-only hunting program in its second year.

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Let it snow: Spokane-area ski hills ready for winter

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 11, 2024

It’s always a good sign when a chairlift starts running before the midpoint of November.

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Lookout Pass Ski Area to open Friday

UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 7, 2024

Skiers and snowboarders already have a reason to rejoice.

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Northern pike kept in check in northeast Washington

UPDATED: Mon., Nov. 4, 2024

An unwanted piscatorial predator is becoming less common in northeast Washington.

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For the birds: Restoration project at Swanson Lakes aimed at helping struggling sharp-tailed grouse population

UPDATED: Fri., Oct. 25, 2024

LINCOLN COUNTY – Not far from the shores of Z Lake, amid the tan grasslands of the Swanson Lakes Wildlife Area, there’s an enclosure that looks out of place.

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Washington DNR’s statewide recreation plan sets goals, highlights budget woes

UPDATED: Thu., Oct. 24, 2024

A plan meant to guide recreation management on 5.6 million acres of public land in Washington is out for public review.

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Steelhead season returns to the Methow River

UPDATED: Fri., Oct. 18, 2024

It’s been a busy week for Lance Rider.

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