“The Mountain is out.” No words sound sweeter to the ears of a Rainieraholic like me. It’s a favorite phrase in the local lexicon, because any day Mount Rainier is out means cloudless blue skies from here to eternity. And … Continued
As Great Outdoors Month winds down, we thought we’d wind up with four fire lookouts from Mount Rainier National Park. These trails are in a class by themselves. They’re among the most challenging day hikes in the park. But the … Continued
From loop trails and waterfalls to alpine aeries and meadows marinated in wildflowers, Mount Rainier National Park is an awesome place for family hiking. But some trails are more kid friendly than others. What are the best Rainier trails for … Continued
You wouldn’t think a trio of foaming falls are tucked away in an emerald forest just a few minutes off a busy highway. But they are. The Porter Falls Trail starts at the Porter Creek Campground. The campground is near … Continued
If you’re scouting some awesome West Coast-hugging hikes offering stunning mountain vistas, pristine beaches and everything in between, here, just in time for Great Outdoors Month, are our top three day hikes from Astoria to Tillamook: Fort to Sea Trail … Continued
Hello SUMMER! School’s out! Pacific Northwest skies have finally stopped drooling. The thermometer is flirting with “warm.” And it’s time to Get Outside. Continuing our series on Great Outdoors Month, here are 20 ways to celebrate this sunny season: – … Continued
Walking is a natural activity with many health and mental benefits. So is hiking. Hiking offers all the health and other benefits associated with walking. Think of hiking as walking with attitude. In the Great Outdoors. Here are 15 Pacific … Continued
Going from sea level to 7,000+ feet overnight may not require bottled oxygen, but it’s like going from whole to skim milk “cold turkey.” Especially if you’re hiking to an old fire lookout opposite the north face of Washinton’s Mount Rainier. … Continued
Looking for some awesome reads to inspire your kids to put down the devices and go outside? I’ve compiled a list of top outdoor titles for children ages third through ninth grade, roughly. Local librarians also weighed in. We’ve read … Continued
We’re halfway through Great Outdoors Month! Hard to believe, huh? But wait. We’ve got plenty of cool outdoor opportunities still on tap. Today we’re doing a whirlwind tour of some of the best beaches in southern California. Ready? Set? Let’s … Continued