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Cycling Up the Hill

CdA Events Calendar - Sports

Year-round activities are easy to find in North Idaho!

 ACTIVE LIFESTYLE? MAKE LASTING MEMORIES & NEW FRIENDS BY PARTICIPATING

running  |  boating  |  fishing  |  BIKING  |  car shows  |  swimming

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Thursday Night "Paddles"

Every Thursday  |  6 pm

Grab paddles & oars for skimming across area lake waters on Thursday evenings with COEUR D'ALENE CANOE & KAYAK CLUB. Non-members are invited to join the group for "Thursday Night Paddles",  touring different waterways each week.

Here's the schedule:

June 8  |  Mica Bay, Lake CdA

June 15  |  Fernan Lake Public Boat Launch

June 22  |  Atlas Mill Park, Spokane River

June 29  |  Blackwell Island Slough, Lake CdA

July 6  |  Mica Bay, Lake CdA

July 13  |  Twin Lakes - Middle Public Boat Launch

July 20  |  Kidd Island Bay, Lake CdA

July 27  |  Fireside Park - Spirit Lake

Aug 3  |  Wolf Lodge Creek, Lake CdA

Aug 10  |  Blackwell Slough, Lake CdA

Aug 17  |  Twin Lakes - Middle Public Boat Launch

Aug 24  |  Rose Lake - Coeur d'Alene River

**Note: September excursions begin at 5:30 pm.

Sept 7  |  Sanders Beach at 12th St., Lake CdA

Sept 14  |  "Fall Cocoa Classic", NIC Beach, Lake CdA

Life jackets are required & must be worn for CCKC-sponsored paddles. A whistle or other sound-producing device is also required, & the invasive species sticker on vessel. Dress appropriately for conditions/water temperature. Extra water & a snack is suggested.

Allow enough time to unload vessel, stow gear & sign in w/trip coordinator before the appointed launch time.

 

See club's link above for additional details, map, contact & membership info. Photo credit - Dwight McCain - Fernan Lake

Every Thursday - Free!

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Public Shooting Ranges

Fri thru Mon  |  9 am-4 pm

FARRAGUT PUBLIC SHOOTING RANGE

Perimeter Rd. & Rifle Range Rd., Athol

(33644 N. Shooters Road)

208-769-1414 (ID Fish & Game Office)

Features year-round public access to 50, 100 & 200-yard ranges, plus shotgun trap & archery shooting Friday thru Monday. Details HERE.

 

Cost is $5 per shooter per day, regardless of age (cash only); plus park entrance fee. On site are vault toilets & covered shooting areas. Eye/ear protection, reloading brass, shooting clays & bottled water may be purchased. Can be reserved for private events.

Everyday  |  8 am-5 pm

SHOSHONE COUNTY PUBLIC SHOOTING RANGE

1700 Government Gulch Rd., Kellogg

208-512-1417

Operated by volunteers & through donations, the range is open to the public every day & FREE of charge. There are three separate areas - archery, rifles & handgun - as well as 8 covered shooting benches & a 500-yard gong.

Visitors are asked to clean up, respect others & follow safety rules.

Varies - (Almost) Free!

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Fairgrounds Open Ride Nights

Every Tuesday  |  1 pm-dusk

Every Thursday  |  1 pm-dusk

KOOTENAI COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

North Arena

4056 N. Government Way, CdA

208-765-4969

From May 1-Oct 31, this equine activity is almost FREE - $5 per horse. It's "Open Ride Night" every Tuesday & Thursday.

Riders participate at their own risk. Helmets recommended. Waivers must be signed prior to unloading horse. More info & rules HERE.

Note: Kootenai Co. 4-H groups may ride as a group at no charge if arena is reserved (1) week in advance of riding.

 

Tues & Thurs - (Almost) Free!

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Hilly Nilly Gravel Rides

June 18  |  10 am (Sun)

HILLY NILLY GRAVEL RIDES

Leaves from & finishes at Michael D's Eatery, 203 E. Coeur d'Alene Lake Dr., CdA.

 

This series of spirited rides occur on the 3rd Sunday of each month. Open to the public, riders must be self -supported. There is no fee to participate.

 

Each fun ride gets longer, climbs higher, & helps prepare riders for summer activities.

Sundays - Free!

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Ski/Snowboard Lessons for Kids

2023-24 Season  |  Varies

LOOKOUT PASS' FAMOUS FREE SKI SCHOOL

Lookout Pass Ski Resort

Exit 0 off Interstate 90

Mullan, Idaho

208-744-1301

FREE skiing lessons for ages 6-17 & FREE snowboarding lessons for ages 7-17 are available on Saturdays.

Register online (link is above). Participants must attend a FREE ski school lesson within the first 3 weeks of the program, which lasts for nine weeks. Instruction separates beginners from intermediate & advanced.

 

For 77 seasons, Lookout Pass Free Ski School has introduced 38,000+ kids to the winter world of skiing/riding.  

Saturdays - Free!

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"Take Me Fishing" Trailers

Varies  |  Varies

IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF FISH & GAME takes its colorful "Take Me Fishing" trailer to various lakes/ponds during the summer months to offer FREE fishing for all ages!

"How to" instruction & fishing tackle/bait is provided so all can learn how to fish & be successful at the sport. No license is required during the hours of the event; just check in first at the trailer.

So far the schedule includes:

June 10  |  9-11 am (Sat)

Rathdrum City Park for "Idaho Free Fishing Day" & "Youth Fishing Derby"

 

Sept 23  |  11 am-4 pm (Sat)

Hauser Lake 

Varies - Free!

Running Shoes

Community Run Calendar

Every Monday  |  6-7:30 pm

MONDAY NIGHT RUN CLUB

All abilities of walkers, joggers & runners are welcome for short & long routes thru neighborhoods weekly on Mondays. Group gathers for beverage after runs at Outpost Brewing, 1710 N. 4th St., Ste. 115, CdA.

Every Saturday  |  7:30 am

FLEET FEET

511 E. Sherman Ave., CdA

208-765-7604

It's now the season for "Trail Scouts" instead of "Winter Warriors". Time to get dirty on these FREE weekly off-road runs (meet at trailheads). Expect hills & mud. All paces & abilities welcome for these approx. 3-6+ mile trail runs on Saturday mornings.

Every Wednesday  |  6 pm

TRAILS END RUN CLUB

Run for fun - hikers, walkers, trail runners, & pups - every Wednesday evening. Open to the public & FREE! 

Locations & running distances vary. Direct questions to Trevor at 509-879-7299, or email trailsendrunclub@gmail.com

 

Varies - Free!

Kids Bowling

"Kids Bowl Free" Program

2023  |  Varies

SUNSET BOWLING CENTER

202 W. Sunset Ave., CdA

208-667-2695

​Registration for Summer of 2022 is open! Kids ages 2-18 can bowl FREE as participants of this special program!

Times/dates vary & must be reserved. Wearing bowling shoes is required & standard rental fees apply. Online registration HERE. 

Varies - Free!

Mountain Bike

Quick Legs, Hills & Scenery

2023  |  Varies

COEUR D'ALENE CYCLING CLUB

Open to the public & FREE, these group rides occur 3 times each week during summer months. See routes & details HERE. Group pace is approx. 18 mph.

 

Questions? Contact Dan Eyman at dan@cdacycling.club

Varies - Free!

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Yoga Classes for All Levels

Every Sunday  |  12:30-1:30 pm (thru July 23)

HAYDEN LIBRARY

8385 N. Government Way, Hayden

208-772-5612

Take mat to practice (chair optional) with Liz, yoga instructor for six years. This FREE class is slower paced & offered every Sunday.

Every Monday  |  9:30 am

COEUR D'ALENE LIBRARY

702 E. Front Ave., CdA

208-769-2315

Gather for a blend of stretching, strengthening & balance work every Monday. Taught by Gerry Bryak, all levels are welcome FREE of charge. Take a mat please.

 

Varies - Free!

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TAILS Foundation Pack Walks

Every Tuesday  |  7-9 pm (May 16-June 20)

TAILS & TRAILS PACK WALKS

English Point Nat'l Recreation Trail

English Point, Hayden

Experience a "pack walk" with your dog(s) & other walkers w/their dogs once a week for six-weeks (weather permitting). It's FREE!

Walks are considered a Level 2 walk featuring dirt trails at English Point Nat'l Recreation Trail. Meet new people, socialize your dog & benefit from the exercise.

If you'd like to participate in these Tuesday walks, please click on link above for rules, recommendations & the online liability waiver.

 

Tuesdays - Free!

Moon Clouds

Ride by the Light of the Full Moon

June 3  |  7 pm (Sat)

Vantage Point Brewing, 208 E. Coeur d'Alene Lake Dr., CdA

July 2  |  7 pm (Sun)

TBA

August 1  |  7 pm (T)

TBA

August 31  |  7 pm (W)

TBA

Sept 29  |  7 pm (F)

TBA

CdA FULL MOON RIDE 

This monthly community bike ride - FREE of charge to go along - covers 2-4 miles usually (cruiser speed) around town. Meeting location & departure times vary from month to month (see above).

Always held on a full moon evening, destinations vary & begin at 9 pm (Listen for the cowbell.) Helmets are recommended & lights are necesssary since ride takes place when it's dark.

Varies - Free!

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Community Public Pools

Mon-Fri  |  7:30-9:30 am (aerobics)

M & W  |  6-7 am (aerobics)

T & Th  |  6-8 pm (open swim)

CITY OF MULLAN SWIMMING POOL

300 Earle St., Mullan

208-744-1310

Beautiful, big indoor pool! Call or check Facebook page before going in case of any schedule changes.

ST. MARIES CITY SWIMMING POOL

1100 Main Ave., St. Maries

208-245-3616 (Call for hours)

FREE swim year for children under 18 years old; $2 for others. Seasonal operation.

2023  |  Varies

CITY OF WALLACE SWIMMING POOL

604 Hotel St., Wallace

208-556-6051

FREE swimming for all ages! Adult only swim times are M-W-F (9-10 am) & T-Th (5:30-7:30 pm). The historic outdoor pool, built in 1939, has clubhouse, locker rooms, picnic area too. Thank you, "Friends of the Pool" for this re-opening!

2023  |  Varies

CITY OF KELLOGG SWIMMING POOL

2 S. Hill St., Kellogg

208-786-9131

Outdoor pool is located in Kellogg City Park. Open to the public weekdays with FREE admission! Adult lap swims are 5-6 pm, M-F.

Varies - Free!

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