We would like to welcome several members of our staff and board from the past few months now: Graden Quist, Communications Manager and avid outdoorsman living in western MT. With…
Author: Cameron Rasmusson
Cameron Rasmusson is a writer and journalist who grew up in Scotchmans territory. While he now calls Sandpoint home, he spent his formative years in the natural beauty of Libby, Montana. From elementary to high school, he enjoyed the outdoor experiences that mountain towns provide.
Voices in the Wilderness: Bart George
For most of us, it’s not an accident that we live in the Inland Northwest (INW). Locals that have been here for generations love this place and are proud of…
Voices in the Wilderness: Rebecca Sanchez
My father grew up in a town on the outskirts of Zurich, Switzerland with his sister and five brothers. The lucky boy had the Alps at his fingertips. He often…
Stay safe outdoors during wildfire season!
The weather changed from smoky skies to crisp fall air within the blink of an eye. We have a chance to get outside and enjoy our wild backyard this summer…
Tales from the trails
You meet some interesting people when you’re hitting the trails in Scotchman Peaks. That’s true for everyone. But perhaps it applies the most to the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness’…
Volunteer Spotlight: Juli Thurston
If you take a look at our programs over the past year, you’ll notice one trait they all have in common. That trait is volunteer participation. Every education, outdoor recreation,…
Family Fun events packed with education, entertainment
You can always count on the great outdoors to bring families together. See for yourself when you swing by the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness’ Family Fun in the Forest…
A Love Letter to Mother Earth: An Earth Day Message
Dear Mother Earth, What a year it has been! Last April as the coronavirus pandemic ramped up, we isolated from each other and, at first, from you. We struggled with…
