Part of the job of advocating for Scotchman Peaks is getting folks' attention; a crucial part of the FSPW mission to preserve the 88,000 acres of roadless area as wilderness.…
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Idaho Business Women of the Year
On Tuesday the Idaho Business Review announced their list of honorees for the 2010 Idaho Business Women of the Year. We are proud to announce that Carol Jenkins, Vice-Chair/Idaho and…
Congratulations on Chamber Choice Awards
On Friday night the Greater Sandpoint Area Chamber of Commerce held their Second annual "Chamber Choice Awards". We'd like to congratulate to all of the Winners and Nominees! You can…
Star Peak: a “new” name for an old mountain — and a great hike
First, and at the risk of turning this into a product review, let me first say that the Lightning Ascent snowshoes from Mountain Safety Research are a bit pricy, but…
Wilderness Workshop
Recently, 35 active volunteers including our board and staff came together to attend a Wilderness Workshop. Our primary goal was to increase our ability to work with effectiveness and enthusiasm…
American Hiking Society will hike to the Hill
The American Hiking Society (AHS), which is hosting a hike in Washington, D.C. in February (http://bit.ly/6rUFvf), is a group that shares many of our sensibilities as Friends of Scotchman Peaks…
Congressman Rehberg Gets an Earfull
This last Saturday, January 16th, Congressman Denny Rehberg held a "listening session" to hear public comments on Senator Tester’s “Forest Jobs and Recreation Act” which would establish over 670,000 acres…
Congressman Rehberg Listening Session Sat
This Saturday, January 16th, Congressman Denny Rehberg will be holding a public meeting to take comments on Senator Tester's "Forest Jobs and Recreation Act" which would establish over 670,000 acres…
