Guided hikes
We offer free group hikes in the Scotchmans all winter and summer long! We have hikes for all abilities–from easy family hikes to off-trail bushwhack adventures. All hikes are led by volunteers.
Trail Projects
Each summer, we restore trails in the Scotchmans so that people can continue to explore our wild backyard. We use crosscut saws, Pulaski’s, shovels, and teamwork to care for the trail. Join us for a trail project day to give back to the trails you love.
Events
We host events all year long throughout Idaho and Montana to build community around a love for the outdoors. Family fun in the summer, film festivals in the winter and wild trivia are just a few of the events you can look forward to.
hike: Hiking 101 – Cascade Falls
Welcome to Hiking 101, a talk (and hike) designed for beginner outdoor enthusiasts who want to embark on the exciting journey of hiking! This workshop is your passport to discovering the wonders of the great outdoors on foot. Whether you’re looking to conquer mountain peaks or stroll through serene forests, this workshop equips you with the knowledge and skills needed …
event: Wilderness & Remote First Aid Course
American Red Cross course designed for hikers and hike leaders, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone who works or spends time in remote environments, this course teaches advanced skills to be used in emergencies when help from professional first responders may be far away. Based on the Boy Scouts of America Wilderness First Aid Curriculum and Doctrine Guidelines, this course aligns with …
event: Trail Project: Earth Day Celebration: Star Peak #999
Join us on a trail project for Earth Day 2024 celebration, where you can break a sweat, meet new friends, and give back to our wild backyard. You’ll help to clear downed trees, repair tread, enhance trail by trimming back plants and reduce user-created shortcuts on the trail. Hamburgers and hot dogs served at Big Eddy Campground afterwards. Wear sturdy …
event: Trail Project: Blacktail Creek Trail #997
Join us on a trail project where you can break a sweat, meet new friends, and give back to our wild backyard. You’ll help to clear downed trees, repair tread, enhance trail by trimming back plants, and reduce user-created shortcuts on the trail. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots of water, pack lunch and lots of snacks, dress in long pants, …
event: Trail Project: Regal Creek #556
Join us on a trail project where you can break a sweat, meet new friends, and give back to our wild backyard. You’ll help to clear downed trees, repair tread, remove water bars, and reduce user-created shortcuts on the trail. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots of water, pack lunch and lots of snacks, dress in long pants, long shirt, hat, …
event: Trail Project: Scotchman Peak #65: National Trails Day
Join FSPW and Spokane Mountaineers on a trail project for National Trails Day, where you can break a sweat, meet new friends, and give back to our wild backyard. You’ll help to clear downed trees for the early season logout. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots of water, pack lunch and lots of snacks, dress in long pants, long shirt, hat, …
event: Trail Project: Star Peak #999
Join us on a trail project where you can break a sweat, meet new friends, and give back to our wild backyard. You’ll help to clear downed trees, repair tread, enhance trail by trimming back plants and reduce user-created shortcuts on the trail. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots of water, pack lunch and lots of snacks, dress in long pants, …
event: Trail Project: Goat Mountain #134
Join FSPW and Spokane Mountaineers on a trail project on Goat Mountain. This is a gem in the Scotchman Peaks area. A trail that has earned its name of Goat Mountain. We will help clear a log jam on the high ridgeline. We will all enjoy the hike and elevation gain together. Brag to your friends that you did a …
event: Trail Project: Goat Mountain #135
Join FSPW and Spokane Mountaineers on a trail project on Goat Mountain. This is a gem in the Scotchman Peaks area. A trail that has earned its name of Goat Mountain. We will help clear a log jam on the high ridgeline. We will all enjoy the hike and elevation gain together. Brag to your friends that you did a …
event: Trail Project: Spar Peak Overnight
Join FSPW and Kootenai National Forest for a few days of good work on the Spar Peak Trail! We’ll clear heavy brush and do tread work. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots of water, dress in long pants, long shirt, hat, sunblock, and bring your own work gloves. This will be a self supported backpack trip where we will overnight on …
event: Trail Project: Scotchman Peak #65
Join us on a trail project on the iconic Scotchman Peak trail #65, where you can break a sweat, meet new friends, and give back to our wild backyard. You’ll help to clear downed trees, repair tread, enhance trail by trimming back plants, and reduce user-created shortcuts on the trail. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots of water, pack lunch and …
event: Trail Project: Star Gulch Overnight
Join FSPW and Kootenai National Forest for a few days of good work on the Star Gulch Trail! We’ll clear downed trees and clear brush. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots of water, dress in long pants, long shirt, hat, sunblock, and bring your own work gloves. This will be a self supported backpack trip. Meet @9:00am and finish the next …
event: Trail Project: East Fork Peak #563
Join us on a trail project! You’ll help to clear downed trees, repair tread, enhance trail by trimming back plants, and reduce user-created shortcuts on the trail. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots of water, pack lunch and lots of snacks, dress in long pants, long shirt, hat, sunblock, and bring your own work gloves. FSPW will take care of the …
event: Trail Project: Star Peak #999
Join us on a trail project where you can break a sweat, meet new friends, and give back to our wild backyard. Our focus today will be on brushing and trimming back plant overgrowth. We’ll also clear downed trees and repair tread as needed, and reduce user-created shortcuts on the trail. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots of water, pack lunch …
event: Trail Project: Morris Creek Trail #132
If you’re looking for something a little more easy-going in the Scotchmans, Morris Creek Trail #132 has you covered with a modest elevation gain. You’ll travel along Morris Creek through a dense cedar forest filled with berries, mushrooms, wildflowers, and other forest wonders. You’ll help to clear downed trees, repair tread, enhance trail by trimming back plants, and reduce user-created …
event: Trail Project: East Fork Peak #153
Join us on a trail project where you can break a sweat, meet new friends, and give back to our wild backyard. You’ll help to clear downed trees, repair tread, remove water bars, and reduce user-created shortcuts on the trail. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots of water, pack lunch and lots of snacks, dress in long pants, long shirt, hat, …
event: Trail Project: Trail Steward’s Choice
Join us on a trail project where you can break a sweat, meet new friends, and give back to our wild backyard. You’ll help to clear downed trees, repair tread, enhance trail by trimming back plants, and reduce user-created shortcuts on the trail. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots of water, pack lunch and lots of snacks, dress in long pants, …
event: National Public Lands Day: Trail Project: Morris Creek #132
Join us for National Public Lands Day 2024. This is a big day for Wilderness advocates like FSPW. We chose this location due to it’s easy accessibility, moderate elevation gain, and the work that needs to be accomplished. Join us for the trail work and get rewarded with a BBQ afterwards. It’s a win/win situation. Wear sturdy boots, carry lots …