Hiking affords an opportunity to see and explore what can’t be seen or explored from your car. But what if your ability to see is suddenly threatened – or vanishes altogether? And you never saw it coming? Half of the … Continued
We’ve been visiting Mount Rainier National Park for decades. We’ve stayed at all kinds of lodging on the west (Ashford) and east (Packwood) side of the Mountain, from campgrounds to B&Bs. Here’s how I break down lodging near Mount Rainier. … Continued
From sweeping beaches and towering evergreens to thundering waterfalls and meadows marinated in wildflowers, Washington State is home to incredible outdoor beauty. A big chunk of that beauty can be found within Washington’s state parks system. There are over 100 … Continued
“That’s one small step.” Just four short words. Followed by a few more. And we recognize them instantly. Today is the 50th anniversary of one of the most notable achievements in human history: landing a man on the moon. It’s … Continued
My fishing line carved out a perfect arc in the thin morning air, flung out the Panther Martin, and cratered a few inches below the jade-green surface of Rush Creek. I sat, cross-legged, on the grassy creek bank beneath fluttering … Continued
“The forecast is for clear and sunny, with temperatures in the low 70s,” husband Chris observes. “How ’bout Ruby Beach?” It’s a spur-of-the-moment idea. But I don’t need convincing. It’s been over two weeks since our last hike. We both … Continued
Tucked into the northwest corner of the Evergreen State, Whatcom County’s 2,503 square miles are known for serene, stunning Northwest beauty. The county is bordered by Canada on the north, Okanogan County on the east, Skagit County on the south, … Continued
It’s a hiking fact: the most beautiful hikes are usually the most crowded. This can present a conundrum for hikers who want gorgeous scenery as well as solitude. But you can score both with a little homework and some advance … Continued
It’s summertime and the living’ ain’t easy if you’re trying to wedge your way into Mount Rainier National Park. That’s because this spectacular park sees upwards of two million visitors a year, mostly in the summer. Sure, park trails are … Continued
There are walks. There are woods. Then there are walks in the woulds. Like at southwest Washington’s Makarenko Park. Its 39 acres offer a great outdoor excursion and one of the most interesting historical backdrops in Grays Harbor County. Unbroken … Continued