COEUR D'ALENE INSIDER

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COEUR D'ALENE AUDUBON

• Meets 2nd Tuesday (Sept-June), 7 pm

• Members participate in field trips, bird surveys/counts & various environmental & educational projects to protect Idaho’s wildlife, particularly birds & endangered species.

• Annual membership - $10-30

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KOOTENAI COUNTY SADDLE CLUB

• Meets 3rd Thursday of each month

• Promotes fellowship among horse lovers through horse-centered activities. Hosts large variety of events.

• Parade participation, trail rides, year-end awards, royalty titles, O-Mok-Sees & more.

• Annual membership - $20-35

COEUR D'ALENE DOG FANCIERS

• Meets the 4th Tuesday, 7 pm

• Meetings often feature guest speakers with health, training, breeding, conformation, & performance trialing as topics. Events include "Dog d'Alene", parades & dog shows.

• Annual membership - $2.50-$30

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PANHANDLE BACK COUNTRY HORSEMEN

• Meets 3rd Wednesday, 6:30 pm

• Dedicated to common sense use & enjoyment of horses in backcountry/wilderness areas 

• Group events include trail rides, obstacle courses, clinics, BBQs/potlucks, trail improvement work days & more.

• Annual membership - $30, individuals; $40, families.

aRT - WRITING

COEUR D'ALENE ART ASSOCIATION​

• Meets the 3rd Thursday, 10:30 am

• Members participate in many local events such as "Art on the Green" & "ArtWalk".

• Non-members are invited to FREE "Paint with a Friend" sessions each Thursday from 10:30 am - 2 pm at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 501 E. Wallace Ave., Coeur d'Alene.

• Annual membership - $35

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BAYVIEW ART ASSOCIATION

• Gathers every Friday, 1-4 pm, at Bayview Community Center

• All levels of artists are welcome. Take own supplies - watercolor, acrylics, charcoal, oils, colored pencile, pastels, collage, mixed, & drop cloth/tablecloth to protect surfaces.

• Info - call or text Marilyn Holte at 208-870-6071, or email msholte@gmail.com.

• Membership - FREE

IDAHO WRITER'S LEAGUE

• Meets twice a month - the 2nd Wednesday, 9 am-noon, & the 3rd Thursday, 6:30-9:30 pm

• Meetings are casual and a speaker if featured the first hour, followed by social time & a critique session. Constructive feedback is appreciated.

• Non-members are welcome to attend two meetings FREE of charge. 

• Annual membership - $30-45

CARS

NORTH IDAHO CLASSICS

• Meets the 3rd Tuesday, 6 pm

• Members showcase cars in cruises, shows & community events such as the "Inaugural NIC Rod Run". Participate in "cruise nights" at Hayden, Post Falls & Rathdrum locations.

• Annual membership - ?

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UNITED CAR CLUB INLAND NORTHWEST

• Holds "Cars & Coffee" at various locations

• Family-friendly events with cars, trucks & bikes

• Annual membership - ?

• Information - 208-641-9373

Community

MICA FLATS GRANGE

• Meets the 3rd Friday for social meeting (days & times may vary)

• Business meeting held the 1st Thursday, 7 pm. Dances held the last Saturday of each month, 7:30 pm

• Located at 7465 W. Kidd Island Rd., CdA; 208-765-8230 (Martha)

• Family-oriented, community-based group enjoys monthly dances, card parties, youth events, women's get-togethers, potlucks & community service

• Non-denominational & non-partisan

• Annual membership - $31

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RATHDRUM HISTORICAL SOCIETY

• Meets in the ​Community Room of Old Kootenai County Jail Museum, 7940 W. 2nd St., Rathdrum

• Mission is to maintain & protect Rathdrum’s historic/cultural resources for future generations.

• Holds museum tours, fundraisers, social events & educational gatherings/functions

• Annual membership - $20, individual; $30, family; $50, business

• Info- 208-625-0014

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COUGAR GULCH COMMUNITY/MEADOWBROOK HALL

• Meets & runs activities at Meadowbrook Hall, 8088 W. Meadowbrook Loop, CdA

• Neighborhood fun includes dancing, potlucks, card-playing, crafts, children's activities & more

• See newsletter

• Annual membership - $25-30

KOOTENAI COUNTY 4-H CLUBS

• Individual neighborhood clubs welcome boys & girls ages 5-18. Ages 5-7 may participate in non-competitive "Cloverbuds".

• Administered by University of Idaho Extension Office, 1808 N. 3rd St., CdA; 208-446-1680. Email:

• Children learn valuable life skills, such as responsibility, citizenship, leadership, communication & sportsmanship.

• Activities include regular meetings, fair projects, 4-H camp, tours,  new friendships & community service.

• For details & costs, see .pdf version of 4-H Family Handbook HERE.

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LADIES HOMESTEAD GATHERING OF NORTH KOOTENAI

• Meets the 4th Saturday of each month at Athol American Legion Post 149, 5525 E. Hwy 54. Guest speakers & educational discussions.

• For ladies ages 16+ in Kootenai Co. & surrounding areas who want to join like-minded women who enjoy 'homesteading" (making things at HOME inSTEAD of buy9ing from the store".

• Emphasis on being self-reliant while sharing knowledge, building community & growing friendships

• Annual membership - $35

• More info -

CRAFTS - HOBBIES

COEUR D'ALENE COIN CLUB

• Meets the 1st Tuesday, 7 pm

• An ethical, family-oriented club. Goal is to educate & learn about American, Canadian & Foreign coins/currency.

• Requirement for joining is to have an interest in coins

• (509) 279-5059, or email  

• Annual membership - ?

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NORTH IDAHO MINERAL CLUB

• Meets the 3rd Thursday, 6 pm

• Promotes interest & education in earth sciences such as geology, mineralogy, lapidary, paleontology & related subjects

• Annual membership - ? 

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LOG CABIN FIBER ARTS

• Meets 1st Wednesday, 10 am-1 pm & 3rd Tuesday, 6-9 pm

• Gathers for the creation of fiber arts - spinning, weaving, dyeing, knitting, crochet, tatting, felting & raising fiber animals

• Visitors welcome!

• 208-773-4250, or email 

• Annual membership - ?

NORTH IDAHO QUILTERS

• Meets the 4th Monday of odd-numbered months (Jan, March, May, July, Sept & Nov)

• Members are involved in activity days, community service projects, quilt shows & Kids Quilt Camp. Community service days are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month in Coeur d'Alene. Public is welcome to help assemble & tie quilts.

• Annual membership - $25

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HISTORICAL BUTTON CLUB

• Meets 2nd Wednesday, 11:30 am-2 pm

• Dedicated to collecting antique buttons & researching their history

• Annual membership - $20

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KOOTENAI COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY

• Meets the 3rd Thursday (Feb-June & Sept-Nov), 6:30 pm, at Hayden Library, 8385 N. Gov't Way, Hayden

• Aids individuals in genealogical pursuits,, including their family histories

• Gathers & preserves genealogical & historical data

• Volunteers are available Wednesdays, 1-4 pm, at Hayden Library to assist visitors with genealogical research

• 208-772-5612

• Annual membership - $15 per person; $20 couple

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ENVIRONMENT

FRIENDS OF TUBBS HILL

• Meets the 2nd Thursday, 8:30 am, at Calypsos Coffee, 116 E. Lakeside Ave., CdA. All are welcome!

• Advocates for Tubbs Hill advise the city on issues pertaining to the park, & support volunteer efforts, fundraising, community relations & other needed tasks.

• Tubbs Hill is comprised of 120 acres of public land with nature trails in downtown CdA on Lake CdA.

• Need more info, or want to serve on the board? Contact

KOOTENAI ENVIRONMENTAL ALLIANCE

• Meets the 1st Thursday (Sept-June) for "KEA Happy Hour", 4 pm, at 206 Indiana Ave., Suite 112, CdA

• Mission is "to conserve, protect & restore the environment, with a particular emphasis on the Idaho Panhandle & the Coeur d’ Alene Basin”

• Become a "Friend of KEA" with a donation (one-time, weekly, monthly, annual) in any amount. Many volunteer opporunities.

• Programs include "Lake CdA Waterkeepers", "Confluence Project, "Gathering Garden, "Climate Action" & "Idaho Discoveries Camp". 

• More info - 208-667-9093 or  

GARDENING

COEUR D'ALENE GARDEN CLUB

• Meets the 2nd Tuesday, 1 pm

• Programs feature field trips, activities, speakers, member garden visits & an annual garden tour.

• Annual membership - $15

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CALYPSO CHAPTER OF IDAHO NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY

• Meets 1st Wednesday of March, April, May & October, 7 pm

• Promotes interest in native plants of North Idaho. through meetings/conferences, hikes & field trips

• Annual membership - $10-25 (student, senior, individual)

NORTH IDAHO MUSHROOM CLUB

• Meets the 1st Wednesday in April, May, June, September, October & November, 6-7:30 pm, at Post Falls Library, 821 N. Spokane Street

• Various workshops & scheduled forays are planned each year. Club educator is Tim Gerlitz. Info -

• June potluck features spring fungi; November, autumn fungi

• Annual membership - $15-20

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RIVER CITY GARDEN CLUB

• Meets 3rd Wednesday, 6:30-8  pm, at Post Falls Library

• Like-minded gardeners share activities, info & friendship

• Annual membership - FREE

• Info - 208-773-1506

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MILITARY

AMERICAN LEGION POST 143 (STEVEN H. NIPP)

• 1138 E. Poleline Ave., Post Falls; 208-773-9054

• Office hours - Monday through Friday, 10 am-3 pm

• Meets on 3rd Monday, 6:30 pm

• Membership eligibility is based on honorable service with the U.S. Armed Forces, Reserves or National Guard.

• Annual membership - $45

• Affiliated groups are Auxiliary, Sons of Legion & Honor Guard

AMERICAN LEGION POST 154 (MANUEL SCHNEIDMILLER)​

• Meets on the 4th Thursday, 6 pm, at Rathdrum Lions Club, 16114 N. Meyer Rd., Rathdrum

• Email:

AMERICAN LEGION POST 149 (CLIFFORD A. HACKNEY)​

• 5525 E. Hwy 54, Athol; 208-683-2614

AMERICAN LEGION POST 36 (GUS ZOELLNER)​

• 110 N. Hill St., Kellogg; 208-682-5304

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COEUR D'ALENE SQUADRON CIVIL AIR PATROL 

• All-volunteer U.S. Air Force Auxiliary

• 2410 W. Miles Ave., Hayden; 208-649-6098

• Senior members (adults) & cadets (ages 12-21) volunteer & provide support for Emergency Services, Cadet Programs & Aerospace Education. 

• CAP Cadet Program is a year-round program focused on leadership, aerospace education, physical fitness & moral/ethical decision-making. 

• Adults meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 6:30 pm; cadets meet every Tuesday, 6;30 pm, at Pappy Boyington Field (CdA Airport), Hayden.

• New members welcome

• Annual membership - $38 cadets; $64 adults

VFW (VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS) POST 3603

• 1225 E. 3rd Ave., Post Falls; 208-960-4104

• Meets on 4th Wednesday, 7-8:30 pm

• Membership requirements - U.S. citizenship; must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces & either received an honorable discharge or be currently serving; & have served in a war, campaign or expedition on foreign soil or in hostile waters

VFW POST 889

• 406 N. 4th St., Coeur d'Alene; 208-667-5236

• Meets on 3rd Thursday, 6:30 pm

VFW POST 1473 (ROY RACY)​

• 32119 N. 5th Ave., Spirit Lake; 509-891-6745

• Meets 1st & 3rd Fridays, 6 pm

VFW POST 1675 SHOSHONE

• 318 E. Mullan Ave., Osburn; 208-752-4811

• Meets on the 4th Thursday, 6:30 pm

music - theater

CHORALE COEUR D'ALENE

• Rehearsals are Tuesdays, 6:30-9 pm

• Classical chorale performs outstanding music; sacred & secular - old & new.  Vocalists of all ages (16 years & older) are invited to audition. Chorale is made up of some of the most talented musicians from the Inland Northwest.

• Membership is $50 per semester (there are two concert semesters).

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LAKE CITY HARMONIZERS

• Meets every Tuesday, 7-9 pm

• A chorus of barbership singers (4-part a cappella harmony) who welcome vocalists of all abilities for holiday shows

• Annual membership - ?

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Cd'A FIREFIGHTERS PIPES & DRUMS

• Practices every Thursday

• Firefighters & general pubic welcome. FREE instruction for dedicated youth & adults, with no requirement for previous music experience. There is an attetndance requirement.

• Performances include parades, funerals, competitions, Highland Games & more.

• Bagpipe Major - Jessica Bryant, 208-953-1053, or 
  

• Drum Sergeant - Chad Matchell, 360-337-9097, or 
  

COEUR D'ALENE CHORUS | SWEET ADELINES

• Rehearsals are Mondays, 7 pm. Guests are welcome.

• A group of talented women of all ages who sing in 4-part barbershop-style harmony (a cappella)

• ​Music ranges from Broadway classics to popular songs - new & old.​

• Performs for civic & charitable organizations, private groups, churches, community events, fundraisers, produce shows & participates in regional competitions

• Annual membership - ?

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COEURLY Q'S SQUARE DANCING​

• Meets 1st Saturday (Oct-May), 7-10 pm, Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th St., Coeur d'Alene

• For ages 10-100, everyone dances together. Singles welcome, although partners are encouraged (but not required). 

• Exercise 9 to 10,000 steps in an evening. FREE beginner lessons.

• Dances every Friday & Saturday nights at Spokane/Coeur d'Alene area clubs at minimal costs

• More info - 208-712-3326 or 208-661-8507

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senior centers

HAYDEN SENIOR CENTER

• 9428 N. Government Way, Hayden; 208-762-7052

• Stop in for coffee, tea or cocoa. Browse library, read local newspaper, work on jigsaw puzzles, play Wii or check your own blood pressure/pulse. Many games in game closet too. FREE "Fit & Fall Proof" classes

• Small fee charge for yoga/chair yoga, lunch, pinochle, Mexican Train, dominoes, cribbage, bingo & crafts

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RATHDRUM SENIOR CENTER

• 8037 Montana, Rathdrum; 208-687-2028

• Breakfast served on Sundays, 8-11am; lunch on T & Th at noon

SPIRIT LAKE COMMUNITY SENIOR CENTER

• 32564 4th Ave., Spirit Lake; 208-623-6125

• Game-playing from 11 am-3 pm

• Open M & W, 9 am-6 pm; stop in for FREE coffee/treats

• Friday breakfast, 7:30-10 am

LAKE CITY CENTER

• 1916 Lakewood Dr., Coeur d'Alene; 208-667-4628

• FREE activities include "Fit & Fall Proof" exercise class & blood pressure checks.

• Many other activities & classes are available for a minimal participation fee & include: billiards/darts, computer/internet use, cribbage, bridge, bingo, "Senior Artists", pinochle, canasta, "Lake City Tappers", line dancing, yoga, knitting/quilting, mah jongg, watercolor class, tai chi, live entertainment & lunch.

• Provides "Meals on Wheels", a home-delivered meals program for qualifying individuals 60+ years who are frail or homebound by reason of illness or incapacitating disability

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POST FALLS SENIOR CENTER

• 1215 E. 3rd Ave., Post Falls; 208-773-9582

• FREE activities include "Fit & Fall Proof" exercise class & various community classes.

• Other activities include bingo, lunch, "CdA Casino Trip" & "Country Kickers".

serving others

CANCER & COMMUNITY CHARITIES (3Cs)

• Meets the 2nd Wednesday for lunch & a meeting which may include speakers.

• 3Cs is an organization of women volunteers committed to raising funds to fight cancer & to assist with other community worthwhile needs.

• Annual membership - $20

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IDAHO PANHANDLE KIWANIS CLUB

• Meets every Wednesday (1st, 2nd & 3rd at 7 am; 4th at 6 pm) at LePeep Cafe, 1884 Bellerive Lane (Riverstone), CdA

• Social club where members participate in service activities, raising funds for families, community projects & youth programs

• Contact 208-651-0999, or email

• Annual membership - ?

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POST FALLS KIWANIS CLUB

• Meets every Thursday at  noon at Garden Plaza (Post Dining Room), 545 Garden Plaza Court, Post Falls

• Team of like-minded community members - friendly, positive & action-oriented with a priority for kids of the community

• Provides networking opportunities

• Efforts include senior outreach, community clean-up projects; support of Post Falls Food Bank & Kootenai County Boys & Girls Club

• Contact 208-773-1658, or email  

• Annual membership - ?

LIONS CLUBS

• Rathdrum - 16114 N. Meyer Rd.; meets 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7 pm

• Post Falls - 1215 E. Third; meets 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 6:30 pm

• Hauser - N. 9510 Hauser Lake Rd.; meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 6 pm

• Coeur d'Alene - 1916 N. Lakewood Dr.; meets 1st & 3rd Mondays, 6 pm

• Pinehurst - 106 Church St.; 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7 pm

• Smelterville - 302 Main St.; 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:15 pm

• Osburn - 713 E. Mullan; 1st Monday, 6 pm

• Involvement in community service projects (eyesight, hearing, diabetes), youth programs & more.) Guests always welcome.

social

55+ SINGLES FRIENDSHIP GROUP

• Meets every Wednesday, 5 pm, at Elmer's Restaurant, 290 W. Appleway, CdA

• All are welcome!

• Annual membership - $12

• Contact - 208-676-8456 or 208-699-3411

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INLAND NORTHWEST LADIES

• Meets for coffee (last Saturday of each month - coffee is FREE), or activities. Call 208-755-8335 (Debbie) for details/dates.

• Network of lady friends who enjoy fun & engaging activities that explore & support local communities

• New members always welcome!

• Annual membership - FREE!

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TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL

COEUR D'ALENE - meets the 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm

• Devoted to development of leadership & public speaking

• Gatherings provide a fun, supportive environment for camaraderie, humor & creative speeches. Guests always welcome; no invitation needed.

• See FAQ HERE.

POST FALLS - meets 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 6:45-8 pm

• Open to the public

COEUR D'ALENE "TALK OF THE TOWN" - meets every Thursday, 7 am

sports - water

COEUR D'ALENE CANOE & KAYAK CLUB

• Meets the 1st Thursday in the months of April, June, July, September & November

• Promotes canoe & kayak education, safety & recreation through scheduled trips for all abilities, safety/skills/rescue clinics, paddling with members, & inviting non-members on Thursday night local FREE "paddles"

• Members enjoy scenic trips, short & long distance excursions, overnighters, paddle-in camping/fishing & ocean kayak trips. Also picnics, potlucks & club socials

• Annual membership - $25-40

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NORTH IDAHO FLY CASTERS CLUB

• Meets the 3rd Thursday (Sept-May)

• Dedicated to all facets of fly fishing - educational, social & conservation

• Participates in conservation efforts - tree planting, fish tagging, fish counts, fishing access projects, improvement of public boat access, water quality improvements & regulation changes.

• Fish "home waters" of CdA & St. Joe Rivers as well as trips to Clark Fork River (MT), Lochsa & Clearwater (ID) & Columbia River in BC

• Annual membership - $30

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COEUR D'ALENE ROWING ASSOCIATION

• Small club dedicated to inspiring a passion for rowing in safe & fun environments

• Practices/instruction take place on Fernan Lake, CdA. Season runs April through October.

• Members compete in local, regional & national regattas.

• Annual membership - $200-350

• Contact information - 208--660-4621

LAKE CITY ANGLERS' ASSOCIATION

• Meets the last Wednesday, 6 pm

• Group discusses issues relevant to maintaining & preserving the fishery of Lake Coeur d'Alene. Helps organize "Big One Derby" for chinook.

• Annual membership - $20-30

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PANHANDLE BASS ANGLERS

• ​Meets the 2nd Tuesday, 6 pm

• Discuss upcoming events, hold seminar presentations & tell about the "one that got away"

• PBA is for those wanting to participate in competitive angling. Holds annual state-qualifying events through which individuals can rise through ranks to Bassmaster Classic & Forest Wood Cup.

• Annual membership - ?

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NORTH IDAHO PIKE ASSOCIATION

• For those interested in pike fishing, survival of the species & to develop friendships on an informal competitive level.

• Membership is limited to 30 teams (each consisting of a captain & fishing partner)

• Contact info - 208-661-6303 or email

sports

COEUR D'ALENE BOWMEN

• Meets the 3rd Wednesday, 6 pm

• Family oriented archery club; children are welcome. Membership includes bow hunters & target/recreational shooters. All skills may join.

• Many competitions & activities are held throughout the year.

• Annual membership - $60-75

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FERNAN ROD & GUN CLUB

• Located 6 miles east of Coeur d'Alene on Fernan Lake Road. Club is a family-oriented range which encourages participation in matches & activities.

• FRGC is the only joint military, civilian & police firing range of its type in Idaho & one of the few in the U.S.

• Membership is open to anyone who wishes to join & exercise responsible/safe gun-handling practices.

• Annual membership - $150

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CHERRY HILL BMX CLUB

• Track located at Cherry Hill City Park, 1718 N. 15th St., CdA.

• Organization works with city to maintain & improve BMX track for its racing events

• More club info - 208-660-7547

• More info on public park HERE

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INLAND NORTHWEST PICKLEBALL CLUB

• For experienced players or new players

• Plays on various courts in CdA area & Spokane. See locations HERE.

• Annual membership - $30-60

COEUR D'ALENE ROLLER DERBY

• All-female flat-track roller derby league includes experienced skaters & new learners.

• Practices at Skate Plaza, 5685 N. Pioneer Dr., CdA, on Thursdays (8:30-10 pm) & Sundays (6-8 pm)

• Equipment required - helmet, elbow/knee pads, wrist/mouth guards

• Must be over 18 years of age

• Volunteer positions available for women & men

• Orientation sessions available

• Membership cost - ?

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NORTH IDAHO ATV ASSOCIATION

• ​Meets the 2nd Monday, 7 pm

• Activities include organized club rides (family, sport & extreme), campouts, trail development & maintenance. All makes & models of ATVs & UTVs are welcome for responsible riding.

• Annual membership - $20-25

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COEUR D'ALENE CYCLING CLUB

• Group rides 3 times per week during summer. Ride pace is approx. 18 mph.

• Open to the public!

• Mission is "to unite the cycling community & expand cycling events in the area."

• Tuesdays ("Strava Chasers"), departs from CdA Library at 5:30 pm

• Thursdays ("Hill Climbers"), departs from CdA Library at 5:30 pm

• Saturdays ("Summer Saturdaze"), departs from CdA Library at noon

• Info - contact Dan Eyman -  

• Annual membership - none for Summer, 2020

sports - winter

COEUR D'ALENE SNOWMOBILE CLUB

• Meets the 1st Tuesday (Oct-March). Social hour at 6 pm; meeting at 7 pm

• Promotes safe family snowmobiling & helps support the trail grooming program. Meet new people; ride together

• Annual membership - $32-35

INLAND NW CURLING CLUB

• Meets for practice & events at Frontier Ice Arena, 3525 W. Seltice Way, Post Falls; 208-765-4423 

• Annual membership - ?

PANHANDLE NORDIC CLUB

• Meets 1st Tuesday (Nov - March), 7 pm

• For those interested in promoting winter recreational activities. All ages are welcome; all skill levels too. The club helps manage the 4th of July Nordic Ski area. Also sponsors day trips, long weekend ski & snowshoe trips; also summer activities such as day hikes, weekend backpacking trips, kayak & bicycle day outings.

• Annual membership - $25