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■ B.C. Canada Sept. 28 – Grand Forks Century

Ride. Grand Forks.Enjoy a 54-or 116-km ride through

an especially picturesque part of the province. The terrain is partially hilly, partially fl at. (250) 442-0421 grandforkscyclingclub.com

Sept. 27-28 – Kimberley Fall Fair. Kimberley.

Enjoy exhibits, live entertainment and much more. (250) 427-3666 Kimberley.ca

Sept. 28 – BC River’s Paddle. Creston.

This day paddle celebrates our local water ways. Bring your own canoe or kayak and nautical knowledge. (250) 402-6908 CrestonWildlife.ca

Through Sept. 30 – Castlegar SculptureWalk. Castlegar.

This outdoor display of public art is part of a pleasant walking tour through downtown. Vote for your favorite, and the “People’s Choice” winner will be permanently installed. (250) 354-9169 sculpturewalkcastlegar.com

Oct. 3-13 – Okanagan Fall Wine Festival. Penticton.

Enjoy more than 165 events centered around this festival, including vineyard tours, seminars, food pairings, and harvest parties. www.thewinefestivals.com.

Oct. 4 – The Kettle Mettle Bike Race. Penticton.

This fi rst-ever race of its kind takes participants along the Kettle Valley Trail, which covers 105 miles from Penticton to Kelowna, followed by an after party. kettlemettle.ca

Oct. 18 – Grand Food & Wine Festival. Nelson.

Come experience fi ne food plus more than 600 wines from 25 representatives at this 13th annual gourmet event. (888) 722-2258 newgrandhotel.ca

Oct. 30 - Nov. 1 – Fort Steele Heritage Town Ghost Tours. Fort Steele.

Explore the scarier side of Fort Steele by lantern light on this one-hour Walking tour. Open to ages 12 and up. (250) 417-6000 fortsteele.ca/events/calendar/google_cal.asp

Nov. 1-2 – Christmas Craft and Sustainable Living Faire. Penticton.

Community Centre. Start your holiday shopping early and also learn how to improve the effi ciency of your home and life. http://visitpenticton.com/event/christmas-craft-and-sustainable-living-show

Nov. 7-9 – Kaslo Fishing Derby, Kaslo.

Try to catch a bigger fi sh than the 2013 winner; an almost 18-pound rainbow trout. kaslorainbowderby.weebly.com

Nov. 15-February 15 – “Wide Shot/Close Up,” by artist Amy Bohigan, Touchstones Museum, Nelson.

This new work is part art installation, part social experiment and part community development exercise. touchstonesnelson.ca

Dec. 6 – Santa Claus Parade and Christmas Light-Up. Penticton.

The area’s 17th annual Christmas celebration heads along Main Street up to Front Street. downtownpenticton.org.

■ MONTANA Oct. 3-12 – Scarecrow Festival,

Stevensville. Vote for the best scarecrow

sculpture and, new this year, living statues. sassart.org

Oct. 3-5 – Tamarack Festival & Brewfest. Seeley Lake.

Celebrate local beer with a pub crawl and a shuttle service through town. There are also art tours, booths and a biathlon. (406) 677-2880 seeleylakechamber.com

Oct. 4 – McIntosh Apple Day. Hamilton.

Enjoy the biggest bake sale under the Big Sky, with apple produce, a giantFarmers Market with arts and crafts, and kids games. (406) 363-3338brvhsmuseum.org/appleday.html

Oct. 4 – 38th Annual Western Montana Hill Climb. Missoula.

Celebrate the end of the season with a 4-mile bike ride. missoulabike.org/hillclimb

Fall 2014 Calendar of Events

Salty’s Penticton B.C. Photo by Melissa Barnes


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■ MONTANA Cont. Oct. 9-11 – Humanities Montana

Festival of the Book. Missoula. Enjoy 2 ½ days of readings,

panels, exhibits, demonstrations, signings, workshops, entertainments, receptions, and other special events. humanitiesmontana.org/programs/fob

Oct. 11-12 – Alpine Artisans Tour of the Arts. Seeley Lake.

Meet the artists of the Seeley-Swan and Blackfoot valleys and see them at work during this self-guided tour. alpineartisans.org/tourofthearts

Through Nov. 2 – MissoulaMaze. Missoula.

Test your sense of direction—even if you’re a maze expert you may end up getting lost. (406) 529-8324

Nov. 22 – Bigfork Elves Decorate for Christmas. Bigfork.

Enjoy decorations, ride a sleigh and check out local art. (406) 837-5888

Nov. 29-Dec. 20 – North Pole Adventure/Charlie Russell Chew Choo.

It boards in Ware, Mont. and ends in Lewistown, Mont. This fun-fi lled 40-minute train trip takes passengers to see Santa Claus, plus Christmas carols and games. (406) 535-5436 montanadinnertrain.com/schedule

Nov. 28-30 – Under the Big Sky Holiday Festival. Missoula.

This free juried art show features fi ne arts, ceramics, photography, glassware, jewelry, fabric, candles and more (406) 207-6502

Nov. 28 – Christmas City of the North Parade. Kalispell.

Join the crowds on Main Street for the annual Christmas parade that ushers in the holiday season. Santa joins the festivities on his annual visit. (406) 758-2803

Dec. 12 – Whitefi sh Christmas Stroll. Whitefi sh.

Visit downtown stores, ride a horse-drawn carriage, sample roasted chestnuts and local music. (406) 872-3501

Dec. 12 – Philipsburg Yule Night on Broadway. Philipsburg.

Enjoy music, food, tree lighting, crafts and a lighted parade. (406) 859-4444

Dec. 31 – First Night Flathead. Kalispell.

Ring in the new year with an alcohol-free family-oriented entertainment program of music and festivities for all ages. (406) 253-2471

■ NORTH IDAHO Sept. 26-27 – Oktoberfest and

Coeur d’Fondo. Coeur d’Alene. A fun fi lled weekend includes

a Gran Fondo biking event, then cultural entertainment, German food, activities for the entire family downtown. cdadowntown.com

Oct. 3-Nov. 1 – Scarywood Haunted Nights. Silverwood Theme Park.

The Northwest’s largest theme park transforms itself into a spookier spot for a month. scarywoodhauntednights.com.

Oct. 3 – Post Falls Oktoberfest. Q’emiln Park, Post Fall

The Post Falls Historical Society organizes this event featuring food,

music, an auction and more fun. postfallshistoricalsociety.webs.com

Oct. 4 – Harrison Oktoberfest. Harrison City Park.

Fill your souvenir glass with various microbrews while enjoying food and music. There will also be activities for kids like face painting and a bounce house. harrisonidaho.org/event-calendar

Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12 – Art Walk. Coeur d’Alene.

Visitors are invited downtown the second Friday for an evening enjoying local and nationally acclaimed artists at various galleries. There are also restaurant and business specials. artsincda.org

Through Oct. 12 – Les Miserables. Lake City Playhouse, Coeur d’Alene.

The story of love, passion, sacrifi ce, and redemption along with an incredible musical score will leave you breathless. lakecityplayhouse.org/2014-15-Season-Shows.php

Oct. 17 An Evening with Tuck & Patti. Salvation Army Kroc Center, Coeur d’Alene.

Join this American jazz duo for an enjoyable, intimate performance. kroccda.org

Oct. 11 – Harvest Fest. Sandpoint. Farmers Market closes out

the season with entertainment, food booths, activities, displays at Farmin Park. (208) 597-3355 SandpointFarmersMarket.com.

Oct. 12 – Stix & Stones Last Chance Fall Dash. St. Maries.

The St. Joe Cycle Club invites motorcyle riders to come be part of the traditional fall ride. (208) 245-4544 orstjoecycleclub.com

Nov. 22 – Holly Eve. Sandpoint. Annual holiday fashion show and gala benefi ts the Panida and Festival at Sandpoint with champagne, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment. (208) 263-9191

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■ NORTH IDAHO Cont.Nov. 22-26, 28-30 – K&K

Thanksgiving Fishing Derby. Lake Pend Orielle.

Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club’s annual fall fi shing contest always attracts interest from anglers throughout the region. (509) 928-9245 LPOIC.org.

Nov. 28 – Holiday Light Show. Coeur d’Alene.

The Christmas season starts with a parade, then a fi rework show and then the illumination of lights around The Coeur d’Alene Resort. There will also be nightly boat cruises to see lights on different displays through December. (208) 664-3194

Dec. 5 – “Traditions of Christmas,” Salvation Army Kroc Center, Coeur d’Alene.

Enjoy this musical journey around the world with great Christmas songs and traditions from around the world. coeurdalene.org/event-calendar/traditions-christmas. kroccda.org

Dec. 7 – Yuletide Celebration.Wallace.

Start a celebration than with a pie social sponsored by the Senior Center. Little ones can have lunch with Santa and families can enjoy a performance of The Nutcracker by local dance students followed by a winter walk through town. (208) 753-7151

Dec. 28-Jan. 1 – Holidays in Sandpoint. Sandpoint.

Tree lighting ceremony and caroling opens the holiday season in Sandpoint. (208) 255-1876

■ E. WASHINGTON Sept. 26- 27 - Inland NW Craft

Beer Festival. Spokane. Celebrate the local craft beer

scene with 30 breweries, 70 different types of beer (including pumpkin beers), as well as live music and food. Washshingtonbeer.com/inlandnwcraftbeerfestival

Sept. 26-28, 25th Annual Great Prosser Balloon Rally. Prosser. Hot air balloons take to the sky at sunrise from the airport. There’s also a lot of wine sampling available. visityakima.com/events/8122-25th-Annual-Great-Prosser-Balloon-Rally

Sept. 27, Happy Girls Spokane Run. Spokane.Women competitors can try a marathon, a 10K, or 5K run. The scenic route includes a mix of gentle trails, groomed paths, and paved surfaces, plus treats, drinks and swag. happygirlsrun.com

Oct. 4 – Three Stone Foundation Fun Run. Manito Park, Spokane. Dress as your favorite book character for this family-friendly 5k or 1-mile fun run and help support the foundation’s mission to low-income kids. threestone.org

Oct. 4 – Alzheimer’s Association 5k Walk. Riverfront Park, Spokane.

Join together and Walk to end Alzheimer’s disease. alz.org/InlandNorthwest

Oct. 10- 25 – Haunted Zombie Hike. Riverside State Park, Spokane.

Get ready to hike the scariest 1/2 mile of your life on Fridays and Saturdays. Zombies lurk in the forest on this hike through the woods. visitspokane.com/includes/events/Haunted-Forest-Zombie-Hike-at-Riverside-State-Park/6880

Oct. 25 – Vampire-O. Manito Park. Spokane.

Take part in Spokane’s only night-time orienteering event of the year. Bring your family, wear a costume and watch out for vampires! ewoc.org/events.htm

Nov. 15 – National Veterans Day Run. Riverfront Park, Spokane.

National Veterans Day Run- 11 K, 5 K & 1 mile walk/ run. veteransdayrun.org/register/spokane

Nov. 21-23 – Spokane Holiday Wine. Spokane.

Visit different wineries for samples, previews of future vintages and gift ideas for wine lovers on your list. spokanewineries.net

Dec. 6 – Jingle Bell Run/Walk. Spokane.

Don your holiday apparel, strap on your bells and kick off your holidays while benefi ting the Arthritis Foundation. spokanejinglebellrun.kintera.org

Dec. 11-14 – Winter Wonderland. Riverside State Park, Spokane.

Take a hay ride, meet Santa, and enjoy holiday light displays hot beverages, snacks and more. (509) 465-5064

Coeur d’ Alene Holiday Lights Photo courtesy Idaho Tourism


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Did you know that Penticton means “a place to

stay forever” in the Okanagan language?

This has become a perfect way to describe the allure of this bustling community between Lake Okanagan and Skaha Lake in central British Columbia.

It’s the center of the Okanagan Valley and the heart of the area’s wine country. It also contains the only desert in Canada, so it offers visitors a little bit of everything in terms of climate and weather.

And, only about 4.5 hours northwest of Spokane, Penticton offers visitors an easy and scenic road trip any time of the year.

The city itself is worth a visit – even though the population is around 30,000, visitors say the community has been able to keep a welcoming and small-town fl avor. Visitors feel welcome to walk through the downtown area, check out the shops and even the fun farmers market, which is the second largest of its kind in Canada. Plus, this town likes to party,

and there’s always a variety of community festivals taking place pretty much all year long – this includes the Jazz Festival,

Charming Penticton, B.C.

perfect spot for fall getaway

Penticton Wine Country Photo by Melissa Barnes

Kayaking on Lake Okanagan Photo by Darryl Leniuk


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the Elvis Festival, Gran Fondo, Challenge Penticton, Meadowlark Festival and more.

Fall and winter are also great times to visit – you’re not going to fi nd the heavy snowfall like you would further east but you’ll fi nd a warmer escape from the cold. In fact, the average annual snowfall is less than 67 cm, which is perfect for travel and enjoying sunshine.

Autumn is great for wine tasting, and you’ll fi nd many hotels offering great stay-and-play packages with wine tours or beer tasting trips. The arid climate is perfect for the growing of wine grapes so you’ll fi nd plenty of wineries and vineyards. At last count, there are about 60 wineries within a 20-minute drive of town, and some fun upcoming gatherings like the Okanagan Wine Festival that includes 165 events through the region over a 10-day period.

The community also offers breweries, cider operations and even a couple of new distilleries which add to the appeal and can make a tasting weekend even more interesting. Some of the popular breweries include Cannery Brewing, a concerted canning operation which includes tours, a retail shop and a wide variety of beer styles; Barley Mill Brewpub which creates great beer and great food; and Tin Whistle Brewing, which makes everything from the Killer Bee Dark Honey Ale to the Peaches n’ Creak Okanagan Fruit Ale.

Another new addition to the grown-up line-

up is Maple Leaf Spirits, a craft distillery, which includes a tasting room at Naramata Beach. It’s especially known for fruit brandies and other tasty artisan liqueurs.

Even if you’re more interested in sight-seeing than grown-up drinks, there’s plenty to see and do in around town, including some world-class scenery.

Here are some opportunities for an exciting and memorable fall or winter getaway:

▲ Eat. Food fans will fi nd

dozens of diverse restaurants, including Italian, Indian, and Japanese establishments.

▲ Ski. If you can’t decide whether to seek somewhere warm or somewhere cold for your next vacation, Penticton is maybe the only community around where you can do both. The town is generally warmer, but only 20 miles away is Apex Mountain Resort, a ski destination which will give you your fi ll of the white stuff. Apex boasts as a unique ski-in/ski-out hotel which makes it easy to start and end your day on the slope.

Penticton Tuscan Dinner held at the Penticton Lakeside Resort Photo by Melissa Barnes

Penticton Tuscan Dinner held at the Penticton Lakeside Resort Photo by Melissa Barnes

Hiking Penticton Photo by Darryl Leniuk



▲ Cheer. If you’re a hockey fan, the South Okanagan Events Centre is the home of the Penticton Vees, a Junior A team. The facility also hosts a variety of sporting and musical events throughout the year.

▲ Hike and Bike. Outdoor enthusiasts can fi nd plenty to see and do, including walking through the countryside. The city offers an impressive trail system in the form of the Trans Canada Trail. In this area, the trail follows the route of the former Kettle Valley Railway, so you can learn something of the region’s railroad history while staying fi t. The trail is great for walkers, joggers and passes through some delightful scenery.

▲ Play. The Lake City Casino can be found in the Penticton Lakeside Resort on Okanagan Lake. If you like gambling, you’ll fi nd table games and slot machines, plus the Sandbar Café and Lounge, which offers a restaurant and full-service bar. http://penticton.lakecitycasinos.com

Overall, the Penticton area has plenty to offer Spokane-area residents seeking good times or even warmer times in the fall and winter. It’s a scenic and satisfying drive.

For more information visit: visitpenticton.com/

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Missoula is western Montana’s trailhead,

snug among fi ve valleys that encompass nearly 19,000 square miles of wild land, fi ve mountain ranges, three major rivers, and dozens of streams.

Nicknamed the Garden City, and living up to that nomenclature with hanging fl ower baskets over sidewalk cafes and mountain scenes refl ected in offi ce buildings, the city of 69,000 launches many a fl y fi shing trip, bike ride or hikes.

Missoula leads the state in indoor or outdoor arts and culture outlets. After active days on the rivers and trails, visitors fi nd relaxing accommodations allowing them to recharge before heading out for local brews and fare.

Fall is a fi ne time for adventures around this college town, 200 miles east of Spokane.

Flyfi shingThe Clark Fork of the

Columbia River threads through the center of Missoula and offers

recreational, transportation and scenic opportunities, including blue-ribbon trout streams which are notable trout fi sheries.

The Blackfoot River, made famous by Norman Maclean’s

1976 novel “A River Runs Through It,” heads from the Continental Divide and courses 130 miles to its confl uence with the Clark Fork, 6 miles east of Missoula.

Montana’s newest state park, Milltown, opened recently after seven years of Superfund cleaning and removal of mining tailings and other waste.

The Blackfoot provides rainbow, cutthroat and brown trout, which reach astonishing size. Several public access points allow bank or wade fi shing or fl oat fi shing.

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Rock Creek, another famed fi shery about 30 minutes’ drive east of Missoula, features brook, brown, bull, rainbow and cutthroat trout. In fall, fl y fi shers fi nd success with October cadis and grasshoppers.

South of Missoula, the Bitterroot River pools and riffl es through the valley of the same name. Float fi shing provides interesting side channel casting and outstanding views of the Sapphire Mountains to the east and Bitterroots to the west. The main river fl ows 80 miles northward to the Clark Fork.

Blackfoot River Outfi tters blackfootriver.com (406) 542-7411, Grizzly Hackle International Fishing grizzlyhackle.com (406) 721-8996, and The Missoulian Angler Fly Shop missoulianangler.com (406) 728-7766 help start adventures.

HikingFor a city view and excellent

workout, the “M” Trail departs from the University of Montana

campus and winds for ¾ mile, gaining 620 feet elevation to the cement “M” on Mount Sentential.

Three miles north of the “M” Trail is the Rattlesnake National Recreation Area. Routes heading

further north cross into the Rattlesnake Wilderness, a 32,976-acre, non-motorized wild place.

Hovering over the Rattlesnake Valley is Mount Jumbo, recognizable by the “L” for Loyola High School, laced with four trails and a wildfl ower

expanse on public lands. Hikers may encounter sheep, the city’s “organic” weed control solution.

To the west rises the

Blue Mountain Recreation Area, popular for families with young children because of the 1.8-mile Maclay Flats Interpretive Trail. Adventurers ready for more may prefer the 7-mile long Blue Mountain National Recreation Trail, which climbs 3,260 feet to a fi re lookout.

Trail maps and gear are available at The Trailhead (406) 543-6966 trailheadmontana.net , Bob Wards & Sons Sporting Goods (406) 728-3220 Bobwards.com

The “M” Trail. Missoula courtesy Glacier Country Tourism

Downtown Missoula Photo by Jean Arthur

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BicyclingMissoula is known for in-town

routes along 20 miles of bike lanes and trail.

The Ron MacDonald Riverfront Trail system, including the Kim Williams Trail, follows the Clark Forks southern shore on a former railroad bed and is a good introduction for children and families, especially with nearby ice cream shops and parks.

At the now-shuttered Marshall ski area, a 9.3-mile single-track and dirt-road loop wraps Marshall Canyon.

The Blue Mountain Recreation Area, 2 miles northwest of Missoula, has popular multi-use trails.

GPS maps are available at mountainbikingmissoula.com. Rentals and gear are available at several shops including Big Sky Bikes bigskybike.com (406) 830-3195, Missoula Bicycle Works missoulabicycleworks.com (406) 721-6525 and Missoula Bike Source, missoulabikesource (406) 926-2674.

Wildlife & Bird Watching

Wildlife like deer, hare and lots of birds including osprey and bald eagles settle into Missoula’s forested shoulders. Mount Jumbo is home to an elk herd, often

visible year round.

The Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge, 25 miles south, is known for migratory birds, songbirds, waterfowl and other resident wildlife. Visitors witness osprey diving for fi sh, great-horned owls gliding through the woods, pileated woodpeckers laughing, and yellow warblers fl itting.

North of Missoula, the National Bison Range habitat supports elk, deer, bighorn sheep, black bear and the herd of

350 bison. Visitors take the 19-mile Red Sleep Mountain Drive, open through October, to see large mammals plus birds like meadowlarks, golden eagles and blue grouse. (406) 644-2211fws.gov/refuge/national_bison_range

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, rmef.org, (406) 523-4545 invites visitors to the free Elk Country Visitor Center in Missoula which includes the opportunity to see elk mounts, try elk bugling, identify animal track, watch wildlife conservation fi lms or walk the 22-acre nature trail.

Relax and RechargeMissoula’s luxury lodgings range

from the historic Gibson Mansion B&B starting at $130 per night (406) 251-1345, gibsonmansion.com, to the newly refreshed Doubletree by Hilton (406) 728-3100

The Gibson Mansion. Missoula Photo by Jean Arthur

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missoulaedgewater.doubletree.com. The upscale Blackfoot River Valley’s The Resort at Paws Up’s, pawsup.com, offers year-round recreation, lodging, dining and “glamping” camping cabins starts at $885 per couple per night, all-inclusive (800) 473-0601.

RestaurantsEateries like the iconic Butterfl y Herbs, home

of the town’s fi rst espresso bar, and riverside Bernice’s Bakery featuring pastries for serious sweets-lovers and their canine friends, are local favorites. There’s the Big Dipper ice cream parlor and the newer Sweet Peaks Ice Cream Shop. Evening adventures include the Red Bird Restaurant and Wine Bar, the Silk Road’s global menu, the elegant country fare at The Pearl Café or Biga Pizza, which some say is Montana’s best gluten-free pizza.

Brew Pubs & WineriesMissoula is home to numerous breweries,

which can be enjoyed on a sampling loop grand tour known including the Kettlehouse on Myrtle Street, Bayern Brewery, Draught Works Brewery, Northside Kettlehouse, Flathead Lake Brewing Company, and Tamarack Brewery montanabrewers.org/trail-map/

Ten Spoon Winery invites visitors to join in the annual grape crush each fall. The tasting room opens Thursdays through Saturdays through October 4-9 p.m., and has bands Fridays and Saturdays. November through March, the tasting room opens Saturdays only. Among the 10 different wines is a sumptuous blend of Petite Sirah and Zinfandel grapes for Prairie Thunder wine. (406) 549-8703 tenspoon.com.

Arts & CultureDowntown offers 30 walkable blocks with outdoor music

festivals, parades, a powwow and farmers’ markets, as well as German and Celtic festivals. A complete list of arts and culture is at missouladowntown.com.

Riverside, Caras Park is across from the Carousel For Missoula carouselformissoula.com . Galleries range from the Monte Dolack Gallery, dolack.com to the participatory Zootown Arts Community Center at zootownarts.org.

The Missoula Art Museum, missoulaartmuseum.org, downtown, and the University of Montana Museum of Art & Culture, umt.edu/montanamuseum, provide unique, famous and whimsical works of fi ne art.

The Historical Museum Fort Missoula, fortmissoulamuseum.org (406) 728-3476 provides a display of the Smokejumpers and the 25th Infantry Black Bicycle Corps.

Fall Festivals and EventsSome favorite fall events have

already come and gone, like the 16th Annual Maverick Brew Fest, German Fest, and Snowball Mountain Music. But there are still more to come, such as The Humanities Montana Festival of the Book Oct. 9-11, which includes readings, panels, signings, and workshops, featuring 80 authors. (406) 243-6022 humanitiesmontana.org.

The Missoula Saturday Arts & Crafts Market, MissoulaSaturdayMarket.org (406) 721-8894, hosts a festive open-air street market Saturday mornings through mid-October. The Missoula Farmer’s Market, MissoulaFarmersMarket.com (406) 544-1532 brings produce, bakery items, plants and fl owers Saturdays through mid October.

SkiingIn winter, Montanans look forward to

schussing four nearby ski areas including Montana SnowBowl,

Lost Trail Powder Mountain, Discovery Ski Area and Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation Area. Details, rates, lodging and opening dates are at: skimt.com.

For more: Glacier Country tourism region, (800) 338-5072, glaciermt.com. Destination Missoula visitor center, destinationmissoula.org (800) 526-3465. Montana Tourism, visitmt.com (800) 847-4868.

The Kettlehouse, Missoula courtesy Glacier Country Tourism

Missoula light pole photo by Jean Arthur


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The secret is out – Walla Walla is producing the most complex and interesting reds right now in the Northwest region. But if you think that lovely wines are all the area

has to offer, you’ll be surprised to discover the many lures that make this one of the state’s most picturesque towns.

Red Wines and World War II HistoryThis small wine region boasts more than 100 wineries, which is one

of the main reasons to come here. Tasting is easy and fun because wineries aren’t scattered all over the place – they’re clustered in four distinct areas, close enough to one another that you can walk or bike from winery to winery.

Walla Walla’s wineries have a reputation as laid-back, family-run businesses where visitors can take their time to learn about each winery’s methods and hear their stories.

To the east of town at the airport, old World War II hangars are converted into wineries and tasting rooms. One of the best single-vineyard Merlot that wine enthusiasts can taste is crafted at Dunham Cellars, 150 E. Boeing Ave. Dunham Cellars is the town’s fi rst east-side winery where Eric Dunham has released vintages to rave reviews since 1995.

Set in a World War II airplane hangar and adorned with Dunham’s art, this space has something new and fantastical to cast your eyes on with every turn. Comfy chairs and community tables offer cozy spots

So much to experience in Walla Walla

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to sit, and fairy lights adorn the walls to add that little bit of magic. You’ll want to allow a good chunk of time to settle in and stay for a while. And an added bonus for visitors with furry family members? Well-behaved dogs are welcomed.

Walla Walla’s Eastside has the distinction of several tasting rooms on their airport grounds, many of which occupy World War II buildings once used by The 91st Bomb Group (think Memphis Belle). One can literally fl y into the Walla Walla Regional Airport and walk to a dozen wineries. To see all the region has to offer, check out wallawallawine.com.

Picnic lunchLooking for a place to pick up a picnic lunch and enjoy your

picturesque surroundings? Stop at Graze, 5 S. Colville Street for a yummy sandwich or salad to go. They even offer a convenient drive-up window. Less than 10 minutes down the road you’ll see why lunching in this area fi ts perfectly into the day.

Vibrant Fall FoliageWalla Walla is a year-round destination, with tourism spikes during

the mild springtime and autumn. Fall foliage is stunning, and many say it offers perhaps the best display of color in the state with a rich mix of deciduous trees in town and yellow tamaracks in the hills. These seasons see more crowded tasting rooms, especially during the Spring Release and Fall Release when wine lovers from casual to advanced descend on local wineries to sample the very fi rst offerings from new vintages. Winters are chilly and the slowest season, though many tasting rooms stay open and you’ll fi nd some great deals on lodging.

Outdoor RecreationThe Blue Mountains are a short jaunt away. Trails in this beautiful,

unique corner of the state along open ridges and down into steep canyons offer a variety of choices for hikers.

The Blues are the Pacifi c Northwest’s unknown range. Ranging in elevation from 1,600 to 6,500 feet, these mountains rise out of the plains of southeastern Washington, their southern edge spilling over into Oregon to form a gentle rampart just west of Idaho’s Hells Canyon. Blanketed by forests of dark-green pine and spruce, the Blues

boast superb scenery and empty campsites just hours from the state’s busy metropolises.

Main StreetIn addition to the numerous

awards for its iconic Main Street, the downtown is recognized for its charm, beauty and welcoming atmosphere. From wine tasting to dining, shopping to public art, nightlife to special events, it’s an experience unlike any other. Spend a sunny afternoon shopping the local boutiques like Walla Walla Clothing Company or Débouché. Enjoy a casual lunch at Olive or a relaxing dinner at Brasserie Four from their tree-shaded patios. Pop into one of the more than 27 wine tasting rooms and visit with the winemaker or owner.

Public ArtDowntown Walla Walla’s Main Street has numerous pieces of public

art, including the very popular “Thoughts Discovered” by Brad Rude. A stroll along historic Main Street will take you past an assortment of thought provoking art installations in the heart of the downtown area,


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including Squire Broel’s “Lights of the Valley” on the northwest corner of Second and Main. To download the Art Walla Public Art Walking Tour and Coloring Book with information about the sculptures, the artists, a locator map and an outline drawing of each piece for the kids to color, check out. www.wallawalla.org/things-to-do/arts-culture.html

Heritage Park On Main Street you can view “Windows

on the Past,” a recent project honoring the many ethnic and cultural groups of the area from 1850-1950. This mural of historic and modern photos on porcelain enamel on steel panels was installed in the 1902 Odd Fellows Temple facade.

Performing ArtsMusicals, comedies and drama can be

found on stage in several locations in the valley. The Power House Theater, the Little Theater of Walla Walla, Whitman College’s Harper Joy Theatre, and Walla Walla Community College, all provide top-notch performances throughout the year.

The recent renovation of the former Walla Walla Gas Plant into the 340-seat Power House Theater provides a home for Shakespeare Walla Walla and a venue for other live shows. William Shakespeare’s Blackfriars Theatre in London inspired the design.

The Walla Walla Symphony continues its second century of performances with its 2014-2015 season. The community-based orchestra has played annually since 1907, making it the oldest continuous American symphony orchestra west of the Mississippi River.

During the Walla Walla Chamber Music Festival, music fi lls the streets, coffee shops, tasting rooms, libraries and parks. A host of acclaimed, award-winning musicians take to the streets and transform two weeks of summer and winter into an ongoing musical experience.

MuseumsThe history of Walla Walla is a combination

of geological marvels, ancestral inhabitants, intrepid explorers, early settlers, and agricultural riches. The museums of Walla Walla tell this complex story of days gone by and how they have intertwined to form the Walla Walla of today. Many of the museums host special events, workshops, demonstrations and seasonal activities the whole family can enjoy.

AntiquesFrom intriguing antique stores to the collectibles found in downtown boutiques,

Walla Walla offers a shopping adventure for even the most seasoned collectors. Home to almost a dozen antique shopping options, here you will fi nd a huge and ever-changing collection of antique furniture, fi ne jewelry, American art, musical instruments and much more.

Walking ToursIf you prefer to see the city at your own

pace, the Downtown Walla Walla Walking Tour Maps are a delightful way to sample the area’s historic architecture and share in its rich history. The maps are found at the Walla Walla Visitor Center at 26 East Main Street.

Getting There Walla Walla is about a three-hour drive

southwest of Spokane. For more info visitwallawalla.org/

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It’s not news to wine fans that Washington State has defi nitely become a

destination for wine lovers across the nation.

But what’s exciting is that Spokane-area residents don’t even need to travel too far anymore to sample some of the best vintages in the region.

Spokane has more than a dozen wineries – many of which have tasting rooms in downtown Spokane, making it possible to

spend the entire day tasting wine without leaving the city. Within just a few miles of downtown, several other wineries offer breathtaking views and awe-

inspiring wines.

One of the most unique options (and a coveted secret by its devotees) will make you feel right at home

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That genuine and heartfelt service has poured onto the new owners, Darby and Jovanka McKee and Mark Camp, who energetically talk to and serve their customers like family. The cozy space is known for its heavy pours, great conversation and laughs.

When the McKees and Camp took over the winery, they expanded the outdoor space at 620 S. Washington St. and added a relaxing patio with live music and outdoor movies at times.

Customers can sip on some of the cellar’s most popular wines, such as LSD, Defi ance, and Oh Jerry. You can take a bottle or more home with you or

enjoy it right there inside their quaint tasting room or outside on the patio, which offers some much needed shade on hot days. The tasting room at Overbluff is open Thursday through Saturday, Noon until 6 p.m., but often stays open later depending on the crowd.

Another local winery that also went through a recent transformation is Emvy Cellars. The unique name of Emvy is based on the owner’s names, Mark and Valerie Wilkerson – hence the “M” and the “V”, which can be spelled as “Emvy.” A few years ago they created Emvy Cellars as a means to formalize what they call, “their increasingly crazy wine hobby.” With the help of Dave Westfall and John Mueller of Grande Ronde Winery, they bottled and began to sell a Bordeaux-style blend they call Devotion, which is one of their most popular wines.

Emvy expanded in 2010 when they partnered with Brian and Melody Padrta of BridgePress Cellars and opened The Market Place Wine Bar on 2nd Avenue. They recently opened The Marketplace Winery and Tasting Room in a historical building located at 39 West Pacifi c Ave.

Robert Karl Cellars115 West Pacifi c AveSpokane(509) 363-1353

Barili Cellars608 W 2nd AveSpokane(509) 979-5830

Grande Ronde Cellars906 W 2nd AveSpokane(509) 455-8161

Townshend Cellars16112 N Greenbluff RdColbert(509) 238-1400

Nodland Cellars11616 E Montgomery Dr.Spokane(509) 927-7770

Latah Creek Wine Cellars13030 E Indiana AveSpokane Valley(509) 926-0164

Liberty Lake Wine Cellars1018 S Garry RdLiberty Lake(509) 255-9205

(Lone Canary and Caterina Winery have Spokane presences but don’t havetasting rooms.)

Other fun options for local wine tasting include:

Jerry Gibson, Overbluff Cellars, SpokanePhoto by Courtney Dunham



With a budding downtown scene and the ever-growing desire from consumers to support local, the appeal took off immediately. Maintaining a very friendly relationship with the other vendors and utilizing as many products sold in the marketplace as possible, the entire building itself helps enforce the goal of fulfi lling a community venture, more than a business opportunity.

The owners immersed themselves into renovating the historic, illuminating, and loft-like space and expanded it to include a spacious patio outside too. The Marketplace Winery and Tasting Room is open Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3 to 7 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, noon-close. They offer live music every Friday and a Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday.

The list of tasting rooms continues to grow in downtown

Spokane. Wine enthusiasts can visit a number of wineries within close proximity of one another. In addition to award-winning wine, Barrister Winery hosts tours by

appointment and art events. Nectar Tasting Room is shared by fi ve wineries and features a rotating “Food Flight” menu. Across from the historic Davenport

Hotel, Patit Creek Cellars sells premier Walla Walla wines paired with locally sourced, light cuisines.

Just minutes east of downtown Spokane local vintners at Arbor Crest, Nodland Cellars and Latah Creek offer award-winning wines and a friendly, educational tasting atmosphere. To really take in the Spokane Valley, visit Arbor Crest’s magnifi cent Cliff House. Perched atop a 450 ft. cliff, this historic building provides panoramic views of the Valley to accompany their array of rich reds and crisp whites.

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In addition to the interesting activities taking place throughout the

greater Northwest, as described in this section, there are some enjoyable things to do closer to home.

Spokane and Kootenai counties boast all sorts of fun activities all year-round, but especially in the late summer/early fall. It’s a time when warm weather pulls out all the stops, and more than makes up for a rougher start and a rainy June.

A local ‘stay-cation” could be a lot of fun – you’d save on gas and motel costs, and could take the opportunity to try an activity that’s been on your “To Do” list for months, if not years. Crowds will be a little smaller, as many of the summertime visitors to our area have already headed back home, giving us all more space.

Here’s a round-up of some of the fun activities awaiting you this fall. For even more, visit www.spokane7.com.

▲ Go golf! With more than 40 courses in the Spokane area, you’ll always fi nd a course to try your skills at. Some are

impressive resort-style courses, like The Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course’s Floating Green. Circling Raven, part of the Coeur d’Alene Casino complex, also offers a beautiful and challenging course. It’s only 30 minutes southeast of Spokane, and you can combine your golf outing with a trip to the casino or a gourmet meal.

▲ Ahh! Get scared! The end of September doesn’t mean that Silverwood Theme Park shuts down for the season – the Northwest’s largest theme park simply changes into Scarywood, a terrifying theme park especially for more mature guests – preferably no one 12 and under. Oct. 3-Nov. 1. Scarywood is open Thursday through Saturday. Hours vary and only a limited number of people are allowed in each evening. Along with the park’s rides, Scarywood will have other fun and spooky attractions, such as a maze, a zombie train adventure and scare zones. Tickets can be purchased online in advance at http://www.scarywoodhaunt.com or at the door if spaces are still available. Online tickets are discounted $5.

Fall in the Inland NWArea attractions promise plenty of excitement

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▲ Enjoy the airport! This fall, the Spokane International Airport is fi nding new ways to make the ‘getting there’ part of the journey a little easier. From now until the end of the year, the price of daily parking in the North Shuttle Lot has been reduced to $4. Free shuttles travel regularly from the parking area to the main terminal and back during airport hours of operation, so you won’t need to walk far – or convince your friends to get up early or stay up late to pick you up.

For more information on

parking options or the airport, visit spokaneairports.net.

▲ Get entertained! In the Spokane area, you’ll fi nd that our appreciation for performing arts goes on all year, with concerts, plays, and special events every

month. Local theatres typically wrap up their annual lineups in the late fall/early winter but then jump right into their programming for the next year. This time of year, look

for deals on 2015 season tickets at venues such as Spokane Civic Theater, Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater, Lake City Playhouse and Interplayers.

The fun also doesn’t stop at Northern Quest Resort and Casino. There are some great music and comedy acts coming up to appeal to all ages, including comedian Terry Fator Oct. 4, country star Randy Houser Oct.

9, Last Comic Standing Oct. 17, Kenny Rogers Oct. 19 and the Charlie Daniels Band Nov. 2. Plus the casino offers restaurants, games, Legends of Fire cigar lounge and LaRive Spa.

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Chances are if you’re not real familiar with the Palouse,

the image that comes to mind is beautiful rolling hills, with a couple of universities nestled somewhere, but not much to do unless you’re into farming or textbooks.

A trip to this region southeast of Spokane can prove the complete opposite: you’ll fi nd some of the Northwest’s most sought-after and scenic outdoor activities. The area is also teeming with cultural richness, especially around its larger communities of Moscow, Pullman, Lewiston and Clarkston.

Don’t believe us? Then what about listening to other media from Bloomberg Business Week to Outdoor Life, which have written extensively about the unlimited cultural, scenic and recreational potential here.

From kayaking down the Palouse River and hiking up Kamiak Butte to revel in the “stark, dramatic beauty and panoramic view,” to the Renaissance Fair—a downtown Moscow favorite, you’ll fi nd it here, not to mention the acclaimed Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival and the nation’s longest running farmers market. There’s great steelhead and salmon fi shing, the Moscow Artwalk, and Fresh Aire Concert Series, and much more which proves the Palouse is much more than rolling hills.

1 Paddle the Palouse River

“Paradise Valley” was the original name of the Moscow area given by settlers in 1871, no doubt in awe of the Palouse

Day trip through the Palouse

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Courtesy Pullman Chamber of Commerce



River’s scenic, sparkling channels that meander through grasslands, complemented by cottonwoods, willows, alders and pine trees and stunning rock formations that are home to colonies of nesting cliff swallows.

With the perfect vantage point from your kayak, expect to see an abundance of wildlife, including red-winged blackbirds, muskrat, otter, beaver, herons, egrets, osprey, owls and moose.

Two great places to put in are Palouse City Park and North River Road Bridge, in late spring when water fl ows are ideal. Trips can take from 2 to 5 hours.

For more info: www.moscowchamber.com/

2 Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival

Since 1968, the acclaimed Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival has brought world-class concerts from jazz greats to the Palouse. Recipient of the 2007 National Medal of Arts award, the Festival attracts 20,000 visitors each year, half of which are young musicians and collegians who spend four days on campus for performances and workshops.

Happening on the University of Idaho campus every February, the festival hosts concerts from international stars like Regina Carter, Traincha Oosterhuis and Trio da Paz. Make your reservations for 2015 now.

For more info: uidaho.edu/jazzfest

3 Ascend the ButtesTake a hike up Kamiak Butte or a drive up Steptoe Butte and you

might fi nd yourself wondering how these giant natural monuments made their way here among the rolling hills.

Both quartzite formations, Kamiak and Steptoe Buttes are made from sand from the bottom of the ancient sea that was pushed up and left as an island in the plains. Since then, the ancient rock has been surrounded by younger layers of basalt fl ows and glacial loess.

Towering approximately 1,000 feet above the fi elds, a 3.5 mile loop will take you through Kamiak’s thriving ecosystem. Trees like Ponderosa pine, Douglas fi r, and Western larch trees fl ourish, due to the ridge that provides shade and lower temperatures, allowing rainwater to be absorbed.

At the top of the buttes, 360 degree views can stretch for 70 miles on a clear day.

4 Raft the Salmon “River of No Return”

Although it sounds ominous, the Salmon River earned its nickname for its swift current which makes upstream travel diffi cult, but also exhilarating rafting trips.

June through September are prime times to enjoy its blue-green waters, providing a chance to absorb the countryside splendor while relaxing in the calm, deep pools post riding-the-rapids. You can also stretch a fun trip a little further into the fall.

Edging the river are sandy camping beaches, backed by pine forests and granite formations, where you may

spot wildlife or discover ancient rock paintings.

Trips range from a few hours to several days in untracked wilderness. For more info: www.rowadventures.com/salmon-river-rafting.html

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5 Fall FootballThese two words go perfectly well

together. Whether you’re a proud Vandal, Coug, or fan of any college team, autumn weekends are perfect for cheering. Home games in Moscow or Pullman are known for memorable tailgate parties, when fans and alums from across the country head into town or invade stadium parking lots, restaurants, hotels and grocery stores. But it’s all good fun.

6 UI Arboretum and Botanical Garden

In 1889, Moscow was chosen as the site for a land-grant institution, the University of Idaho. Since then, the campus has married beauty and academics in interesting ways, one of which is the 63-acre Arboretum and Botanical Garden.

Walking trails—easy to challenging—make their way through more than 120 dedicated trees and groves, with water features throughout

and granite benches to relax and observe the resident and migratory birds fl ocking in and out of the conifers, crabapple, lilac, mock orange, magnolia, oak, elm and others.

Organized into geographical groupings of Asian, European, Eastern and Western North American sections, this unique garden will educate your senses and your mind.

Maps and more available at: webpages.uidaho.edu/arboretum/

Pullman also has a similar attraction: the WSU Arboretum and Wildlife Conservation Center.

7 Ferdinand’s Ice Cream Named after the student whose idea it was to open this delightful

frozen treat stop on the WSU campus, Ferdinand’s Ice Cream opened its doors in 1938 so that the college Dairy Products Judging Team could earn money for competitions.

Inspired by student Rune Goranson’s middle name, as well as the main character from the 1938 Disney fi lm, “Ferdinand the Bull,” Ferdinand’s was the obvious choice for a moniker which is now synonymous with “yummy” and the place to go for old-fashioned ice cream and soda fountain treats, exclusive ice cream fl avors, gourmet coffee, espresso and the award-winning Cougar Cheese.

Visitors can watch cheese and ice cream makers in action in WSU’s Food Quality Building.

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8 Farmers MarketSince sprouting up in 1977,

Moscow’s Farmers Market is considered the oldest of its kind in the nation and is still going strong.

Located downtown on Main Street and in Friendship Square next to the Moscow Hotel, the Market is open every Saturday morning, celebrating local farmers, artists, craftspeople and musicians of the Palouse, with bountiful fresh produce, meat, delicious homemade baked goods, plants, fl owers and quality handmade crafts. If you happen to hit the Palouse on a Wednesday, stop by Pullman’s Farmers Market, which runs weekly until late October.

For more info: ci.moscow.id.us/residents/farmers-market or pullmanchamber.com/visit-

pullman/things-to-do-in-pullman/farmers-market/

For info on the Fresh Aire Concert series and Moscow Artwalk, go to moscowchamber.com/pages/ExplorethePalouse/

9Artisans at the Dahmen Barn

Just look for the big white barn surrounded by its famous landmark fence of 1,000 iron wheels, just off Highway 195, and you’ll know you’re there.

Located in Uniontown, Wash., just 16 miles south of Pullman, the former dilapidated dairy barn—donated to the community by Steve and Junette Dahmen—has since undergone a transformation into a state-of-the-art creativity center. It provides studio space for working artists, a venue for local performing and exhibiting artists, and creative experiences for children and adults.

The Dahmen Barn, Uniontown Wash. Courtesy Pullman Chamber of Commerce

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Attractions include a gift shop featuring art, fi ne crafts and products from the Palouse, as well as a chance to see artisans at work, who are more than willing to share how they “cultivate creativity on the Palouse.”

Big events include a spring art demonstration, summer tea, fall festival and Holiday Gala. For more info: artisanbarn.org

10 Take a Wine and/or Brew TourA century ago, the Palouse wineries had a reputation as being

the center of the Northwest wine country. But Prohibition left the winemakers high and dry. But as interest is growing in winemaking and grape cultivating in other parts of Washington and Central Idaho, the Palouse is also following suit.

Right now there are six wineries, four breweries and a hard cider house within 30 minutes of each other, and all focus on local ingredients, environmental friendliness and building community.

For more info: moscowchamber.com/pages/WineryBreweryTours/

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

For the safety of hunters and personnel at the Tucannon River Wind Farm, all hunting is temporarily prohibited through construction. The temporary ban is located within Game Management Unit 149 Prescott in Columbia County, Wash.

Hunting access within the project area will be restored in Fall 2015 with written permission from landowner(s).

For additional information, please contact:Phone 509-382-2377PortlandGeneral.com/Tucannon

Temporary Hunting RestrictionTucannon River Wind Farm

Columbia CountyEffective until Fall 2015



Fall Events WITH THE COEUR D’ALENE CASINO RESORTSEPTEMBER DECEMBER Football Mondays Games every Monday, starting Sept 15th | 5 pm Games, giveaways and food and drink specials in Red Tail Bar and Grill and Nighthawk Lounge

OCTOBER9th Kix Brooks 7 pm R • $55 | G • $45

31st Halloween Spooktacular 9 pm Costume contest and party in the Nighthawk Lounge

NOVEMBER13th King of the Cage- MMA 7 pm G • $20 | R • $35 | GR • $50

DECEMBER6th Winter Blessing 5 pm All are welcome to attend

See website for live music schedule, golf and poker events, spa, hotel and food specials.

Worley, Idaho | 25 miles south of Coeur d’Alene | 1 800 523-2464 | CDACASINO.COM



The only thing missing... is you.

*September 29th – Season end, 2014. Monday – Thursday $65. Friday – Sunday and holidays $75. All rates include 18 holes of golf, cart, GPS and full use of 25 acre practice facility.

TOP 100 RESORT COURSE IN U.S.– Golfweek Magazine (2008-2014)

Worley, Idaho | 25 miles south of Coeur d’Alene | 1 800 523-2464 | CDACASINO.COM

fall rates*Starting at $65


Documents

Activity guide, september 24, 2014 indd