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When you venture out to the Dishman Hills Natural Area, not only are you destined to see one of Spokane's most beautiful natural scenes, you will be visiting one of its most historic. Named after A.T. Dishman who extracted tons of granite from the site to help rebuild Spokane after the Great Fire of 1889, the area offers several desirable activities for nature lovers. There is a two and a half-mile hike that traverses Eastwood Pond which is available seasonally from March to November. In addition, there are several excellent spots for picnics, family fun and running around. Or, if you prefer, you can just sit and take in the amazing outdoor beauty.

Get some good exercise while rolling around on a pair of roller skates at Pattison's North Skating Rink. Enjoy the fun of leisurely skating along the rink's surface to some of your favorite music. It's a fun way to get the family together. And if you or your kids don't know how to skate all that well, don't worry! There are plenty of rails to hang on to as well as an area for intermediate skaters that will give you plenty of room to roll!

When in Spokane, you should definitely make the time to check out the Clock House. This highly interesting shop specializes in--you guessed it--clocks of every kind. Wall clocks, Grandfather clocks, and vintage alarm clocks are just a few of the many timepieces that you'll find here. Also, don't forget to see all of the cuckoo clocks that range from the simple to the incredibly detailed. Plus, there's an excellent collection of Art-Deco pieces that are so cool, you'll never lose track of time again!