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Outdoors

What's there to do in the great outdoors? Here we've got a bevy of local outdoor activities and destinations to explore.

Updated 14 years ago
Fishing still plentiful on area lakes

Blueback herring are biting in Lake Coeur d'Alene, said Dan Pierce with Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop and Guide Service.

Updated 14 years ago
This fall, be 'bear aware'

In preparation for denning, Idaho's black bears are on the move, looking for any and all food sources that might help them gain weight.

Updated 14 years ago
Black bear killed after mauling man

Friday morning's mauling of a man by a black bear in the Bob Marshall Wilderness was "a predatory attack" that led to the bear being promptly destroyed, a responding Fish, Wildlife and Parks investigator said.

Updated 14 years ago
The Zen of Zip

It's the kind of recreation that's fitting for Wallace.

Updated 14 years ago
FISH TIPS: Kokanee fishing on Cd'A getting easier

Hauling in kokanee from Lake Coeur d'Alene is only getting easier, said Jeff Smith with Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop and Guide Service.

Updated 14 years ago
Post-Summit Web page takes shape

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game has begun to add video segments of the recent Idaho Wildlife Summit to its website.

Updated 14 years ago
Size of kokanee to grow in Lake Cd'A

Most fishermen on Tuesday were prepping to snag some kokanee, said Jeff Smith with Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop and Guide Service.

Updated 14 years ago
A ride on the Hiawatha

LOOK OUT PASS - When the fall comes around here, it comes in a blast.

Updated 14 years ago
Sun Up Bay boat launch to close for renovation beginning Sept. 17

Kootenai County Parks and Waterways plans to begin a renovation of Sun Up Bay boat launch on Lake Coeur d'Alene on Monday, Sept. 17.

Updated 14 years ago
Montana wolf trapping certification classes set

With Montana's first wolf trapping season set to open in December, nearly 30 mandatory certification classes are being offered for prospective trappers to learn about what it will take to properly harvest a wolf an…

Updated 14 years ago
'Wolves Belong' rally scheduled today in City Park

COEUR d'ALENE - Bella the Husky will be part of a rally today at City Park honoring wolves killed in Idaho and Montana.

Updated 14 years ago
Fish seeking cooler water to beat heat

Fish in both lakes and rivers are seeking cooler water this time of year as the remaining hot days of summer play out, said Bud Frasca of North West Classic Tackle in Hayden.

Updated 14 years ago
Entries sought for Kootenai refuge art show

An art show and sale will be held at Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge on Oct. 6.

Updated 14 years ago
Sandpoint officials: Be careful around moose who visit town

SANDPOINT - Moose may look harmless with their long faces and little eyes, but they're liable to turn grumpy.

Updated 14 years, 1 month ago
Hayden Lake facility gets upgrade

HAYDEN LAKE - The Idaho Department of Fish and Game reports the Sportsman Park boat ramp at Hayden Lake has recently been expanded and improved and is now open…