Explore Washington State
The leaves turning orange and red and the crisp autumn air are all signs that the seasons are changing, but there is nothing that says Fall in the Pacific Northwest like a visit to a pumpkin patch. In Vancouver, Washington, the Zimmerman family owns and operates Bi-Zi Farms, which has everything you could ever want...
Mention the words “Columbia Gorge” to Pacific Northwest (PNW) locals, and they’ll almost certainly bring up Multnomah Falls, Vista House, Rowena Crest, or some of the other well-known points of interest on the Oregon side. Not to say these sites are not impressive or lacking in any appeal to visit, but a river does not...
Staying a weekend on the beautiful Vancouver waterfront is a great escape in the pacific northwest. Find the right accommodation for you!
With autumn leaves falling all around us, the ticking clock that signals the end of golf season is fast approaching. Though it doesn’t often snow in Vancouver, the winter is usually accompanied by dreary rain, motivating people to stay indoors most of the time. If you’re looking to make the most of the remaining sun...
As a rule, university campuses are very nice. Even those tucked into the middle of big cities, like the University of Washington in Seattle, offer students and visitors beautiful walking and biking trails and great vistas. But until we moved to Vancouver from eastern Washington three years ago, I had never gotten lost in what...
Take a drive, away from the noise of the city and into the Washington country. Not too far lies an ornament of history. 15 minutes from I-5 and only 30 minutes from Vancouver, the roads to Cedar Creek Grist Mill are Sunday-drive perfect — windy, sleepy and nestled in the shadows of hazy hills and mountains....
Being new to Washington state, my family and I are always trying to explore and learn about our new home… basically spending our free time seeing where the road takes us. Venturing just 15 miles outside of downtown Vancouver, we recently spent the day in Camas. On the way there, as we traveled east along...
Cool, industrial taprooms, tart and tangy sours and all variations of India pale ales can be found in the many breweries of Clark County, Washington. Situated just north of Portland, Oregon, Clark County has developed its own identity as a mecca for great brews, tasty food and a stunning waterfront all while maintaining the tight-knit...
If you live in the Pacific Northwest, you know we pride ourselves on our coffee. With months of gloomy, cloudy weather, that little caffeine boost is usually necessary to keep everyone powering through until the sun comes out again in the summer. Whether you’re a caffeine addict, a tea aficionado or just a fan of...
Moulton Falls Regional Park is a hidden gem in southern Washington, nestled in a heavily forested area just outside of Battle Ground in Clark County. Clocking in at just about a 45-minute drive from the Vancouver and Portland area, it’s close enough to be an easy post-work adventure or a day trip from other parts...
Vancouver, Washington is just across the bridge from Portland, Oregon and is one of the most underrated towns in the Pacific Northwest. In recent years, it’s grown from a sleepy, smaller town to a destination in its own right. With all the tap rooms, breweries, restaurants and events that have popped up, it’s an amazing...
Vancouver Washington is a city located in Clark County Washington with about 175,000 residents, and it’s growing quickly. A family-friendly city with a unique style, Vancouver was voted one of “Livability.com’s Top 10 Staycation Cities” in 2011. So, what’s so great about it? Close to Mt. St. Helens and Mount Hood, the great outdoors aren’t far...
