Destinations
Visiting Green Bluff Farms Near Spokane
Every farm tells a story. The opening page tribute is an act of deference to the long-standing legacy of farming, the prologue an establishment of an idea or dream. Chapter…
Spending a Weekend in Ellensburg
Ellensburg, Washington, is just a two-hour drive from Seattle and is one of the hidden gems of the Pacific Northwest. Located east of the Cascade Mountain Range off Interstate 90,…
A Hike Through Federation Forest State Park
A few miles past Enumclaw, along the winding path carved by Route 410, Federation Forest sits nestled by the mighty White River. Though perhaps not as showy or intimidating as…
Spending a Weekend on San Juan Island
San Juan Island sits in the northwest corner of Washington state, just across the water from Canada. Located three hours north of Seattle by car and ferry, San Juan Island…
World Kite Museum in Long Beach, WA
Kites are a common sight on the beaches of Southwestern Washington. I remember staying at Ocean Shores with family many years ago and being fascinated by the stunt kites being…
Spending a Weekend at Lake Quinault Washington
“The lake between two rivers,” Lake Quinault is a glacially-carved lake situated at the edge of pristine temperate rainforest on the Olympic Peninsula. Lake Quinault is the ideal jumping-off point…
Staying at The Hideout Cabin Near Mt. Baker
Washington state is wonderful in a lot of ways, but one of the many things that make the PNW the perfect place to call home is the impressive abundance of…
One Tank Trip to Ocean Shores and Back
Have you ever had a day where you wanted to do something but just didn’t know what to do? Or have you ever just wanted to get in the car…
Spending a Day in La Conner
La Conner is an artsy waterfront community located on the Swinomish Channel in the Skagit Valley. Home to boutique shops, eateries, winery tasting rooms and a brewpub, it’s an ideal…
Visiting Spokane’s South Perry Neighborhood
If you head south from Spokane’s downtown, you’ll come across the vibrant South Perry neighborhood. Here you’ll find a wellness bar, a brewery, thrift shops, a bakery, a coffee shop,…
Spending a Weekend in Yakima
From the winding Yakima River Canyon to hilltop hop fields, vineyards and hiking trails, the Yakima Valley is a sweet escape for Washington sun-seekers. My family enjoyed a weekend exploring…
Spending a Weekend in Seabrook
Seabrook is a vibrant beach town located on the Washington coast overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It has been thoughtfully designed — founded on new urbanism and woven seamlessly into nature…
