Discover the Spirit of the Northwest – and Beyond
Nspire Magazine is a lifestyle publication rooted in the rugged beauty and bold spirit of the American Northwest—but our stories reach far beyond state lines. From breathtaking adventures and inspiring personalities to hidden gems and unforgettable destinations, Nspire is your invitation to explore a life well-lived.
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler, a curious reader, or someone looking to rediscover the magic in your own backyard, our pages are filled with authentic experiences, stunning photography, and the kind of storytelling that moves you to get out and do more.
Welcome to Nspire Magazine—where every issue is an adventure waiting to happen.
Jeff Durocher rolled into my driveway on a warm Friday afternoon in September aboard his Triumph Tiger 900. Mine was already loaded with camping gear and pointed toward the mountains. Within minutes we were headed east on I-90 toward Fourth of July Pass, chasing a weekend that would ultimately include more than 300 miles of dirt roads, two nights of camping, brick-oven pizza in Avery, an injured ankle, torrential rain and some of the best motorcycle riding I’ve experienced in years. As we climbed toward the pass, I couldn’t help but think about how long it had taken me to…
Ingredients Instructions Prep the vegetables: Finely dice the red onion and pepperoncini and thinly slice the celery. Pat the pepperoncini dry with a paper towel to avoid excess liquid. Build the base: In a large bowl, combine mayo, dill relish, capers, honey mustard and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Mix until smooth. Add tuna and vegetables. Flake the tuna into the bowl then fold in celery, onion and pepperoncini. Add black pepper and taste before adding salt (capers and relish already bring salt). Adjust lemon for brightness. Let the mixture sit for 10–15 minutes so flavors meld (optional but…
Traditionally, downtown Coeur d’Alene has offered all sorts of options for fine dining and shopping but not so many for fine living. StanCraft Construction Group is helping to change this with the creation of The Nest, a series of luxury single-family townhomes on the 800 block of Lakeside Avenue. The modern development features five three-story townhomes: Robin, Starling, Finch, Wren and The Sparrow. The builder worked with architect DZIGN Group in Hayden and Poet Interiors out of Houston to create The Sparrow, a multi-level urban dwelling featuring high-end finishes and a residential elevator. It boasts 3,600 square feet of living…
Although my first severe weather-related experience after moving to Idaho almost 20 years ago was a heavy snowstorm followed by very little urban snow removal activity, I also soon discovered that the Northwest United States has a rather definitive fire season. An average of 42% of the land across Washington, Idaho and Montana is forested, and Idaho has the highest percentage (40%) of national forest land. The designated fire season in Washington and Montana is May through October, with Idaho’s fire season beginning in June, peaking in July and August, and tapering off later in September. Still, the wind sends…