At the end of March Sandy Compton will ride off into the sunset. At least that’s what he would have done if he had not taken a “Side Trips from…
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Open for Wilderness
A very common proverb suggest that March “roars in like a lion, and goes out like a lamb.” This March the lion is still roaring. A lot has changed in…
Enjoy Scotchman Peaks ‘green’ on St. Patrick’s Day
St. Patrick's Day is all about the green — green clothes, green shamrocks, green beverages. But here in the Inland Northwest, we have no shortage of green most of year.…
Tony Lewis sees prehistory in wilderness
Exploring the mountains and rivers of the Inland Northwest isn't just a part of the regional lifestyle —it's also a walk through history. The signs of that history aren't apparent…
Round Lake and Winter Tracks: A natural combination.
Round Lake State Park and Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness have been partners in outdoor education for five years. Round Lake hosted its first Winter Tracks in 2015, and manager…
Love of wilderness binds generations
If there's one thing that binds Americans across generations, it's a love for wild places. While Valentine's Day weekend is usually spent focused on that special someone, it's worth remembering…
Theodore Roosevelt – Wilderness Warrior
On one of our most American of holiday’s, Presidents day, we celebrate all of America’s presidents. Many presidents have strong conservation legacies. Only Theodore Roosevelt can truly lay claim to…
FSPW celebrates 15 years with films to remember
You sure make some good friends over 15 years. Never was that truer than Saturday night at the SYRCL Wild and Scenic Film Festival. A celebration of Friends of Scotchman…
