Outdoors
What's there to do in the great outdoors? Here we've got a bevy of local outdoor activities and destinations to explore.
On the right track
COEUR d'ALENE - When Beth Paragamian began substitute teaching in schools here in 1990, she didn't always follow directions.
Outdoors briefs March 14, 2013
Swan poacher suspects found
Glacier looks to set up dark sky preserve
On a clear winter night in Glacier National Park, even when the moon is new, there's enough starlight to see by.
Idaho Fish and Game Notebook
Fish and Game seeks big game seasons comments
March fishing is hit or miss
"Fishing this time of year feels like feast or famine, but the local fishing is starting to pick up," said Mike Beard, of Orvis Northwest Outfitters in Coeur d'Alene.
Anglers weigh in on Priest Lake fishery
PRIEST RIVER - Around 60 concerned anglers and "lakers" turned up at Thursday night's meeting with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game to voice concerns about the future of fishery management at one of Idaho's to…
Wily wolves prove a hard target
COEUR d'ALENE - As the season on gray wolves winds down in Idaho, the number of animals killed this year is down from last, including in the Panhandle.
Spring fishing seminars offered
Spring seminars on fishing are slated to begin soon at Mark's Marine Inc., 14355 N Government Way, Hayden.
Popularity of yurt homes expanding
When Beth McDonald wanted to downsize from a 3,800-square-foot home in Massachusetts, she chose the simplicity and portability of an ancient form of living spa…
Twin Lakes the best bet for solid ice
Some ice fishing is still available, promised Jeff Smith with Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop and Guide Service.
Glacier visitors brought $98 million to region
A new National Park Service report shows that 1.85 million visitors in 2011 spent almost $98 million in Glacier National Park and communities near the park.
More than 2,000 visit Pulaski Tunnel Trail
The Pulaski Tunnel Trail, located just south of Wallace on Moon Pass Road has attracted hikers from across the nation and foreign countries.
Pend Oreille mysis shrimp population shrinks
PONDERAY - A major player in the imperilment of Lake Pend Oreille's kokanee population is now itself against the ropes.
Hosts needed for BLM campgrounds in area
The Bureau of Land Management's Coeur d'Alene District is looking for volunteer campground hosts for the upcoming summer season at two distinctly different loc…
Open house to address big game issues
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game will be holding an open house to discuss big game hunting seasons from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, March 7, at the Best Western Coeur d'Alene Inn.