Outdoors
What's there to do in the great outdoors? Here we've got a bevy of local outdoor activities and destinations to explore.
Many Glacier, Two Medicine roads now open
The Many Glacier and Two Medicine roads in Glacier National Park opened last week. Meanwhile, park plows continue their progress toward Logan Pass on the Going-to-the-Sun Road.
Fish active in area lakes
Fishing is going well, as largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, pike and crappie are all active right now, said Blake Becker, of Black Sheep Sporting Goods.
Road warnings
Increased snow melt and rain are creating hazardous conditions on forest roads throughout the Idaho Panhandle National Forests.
Capturing Glacier
Whitefish photographer Chuck Haney has made a career out of capturing iconic images of Glacier National Park's rugged landscapes.
League to study Columbia River Treaty
COEUR d'ALENE - The public is invited to join the League of Women Voters of Idaho as they view video and live presentations and have a panel discussion on "The Future of the Columbia River Treaty" on May 5.
IDFG Commission to meet in Riggins in May
The Idaho Fish and Game
Weather to improve fishing on area lakes
Bays on Lake Coeur d'Alene are the best spots to seek chinook salmon, said Dale Odenbaugh with Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop and Guide Service.
Bureau of Land Management raises fees
COEUR d'ALENE - The Bureau of Land Management is raising fees at several of its recreation sites.
IDFG dispatches mule deer buck near Whitney
On Saturday, April 7, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game dispatched a mule deer buck near the community of Whitney.
Fishing a wild ride in North Idaho
Pat Way, with Orvis Northwest Outfitters in Coeur d'Alene, said water conditions in North Idaho and western Montana have resembled a roller coaster.
Outdoors briefs for April 19, 2012
Residents reminded about river danger
Glacier begins plowing
Glacier National Park crews have begun the annual task of clearing its roads of snow. Crews began plowing the west side of Going-to-the-Sun Road starting at La…
On target
Since receiving a Red Ryder BB gun as a gift for his 7th birthday, Dirk Seymour has been a shooter.
Fishing tough in N. Idaho
Everyone fishing in North Idaho lately is feeling it, said Jeff Smith with Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop and Guide Service.
Caribou habitat meeting Thursday in Bonners Ferry
Boundary County commissioners will hold a public meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 19, at the Becker Auditorium at Bonners Ferry High School for everyone concerned about a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposal to…