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Each year, Sequim on the Olympic Peninsula offers its Sequim Lavender Festival and in 2025, it is the weekend of July 18th-20th! The festival in the “Lavender Capital of North America” has three days of live music, hundreds of vendors at the Park, a food court, beer garden, farm tours, cut your own lavender, demonstrations…
Whidbey Island has many amazing locations like Deception Pass and the bridge, the Admiralty Head Lighthouse and its views, Fort Casey and its bunkers, historic Coupeville and its pier, artistic Langley and its amazing Whale Center, but there is much more to see on Whidbey Island! Here are four unique places that you have maybe…
Tucked away on the scenic shores of Whidbey Island, Washington, Fort Casey State Park offers visitors a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and outdoor adventure! The fort’s gorgeous 999 acres sits within the Ebey’s Landing National Historic Reserve. There are three ways to get to the state park. The first is to drive up…
Imagine walking through fields of bright red, yellow, and purple tulips. The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival runs from April 1–30, when the fields burst into color and spring is in full bloom. But here’s the secret: tulips don’t follow a strict schedule! Bloom times vary based on the weather, so checking the bloom map before visiting is the best way to catch…
The Pacific Northwest is full of unique ways to enjoy the outdoors, but one of the most relaxing has to be the floating saunas from Wild Haus @WildHausPNW . I recently had the chance to experience one firsthand, and this is the ultimate relaxation-meets-adventure experience in the PNW! Luxury with a View When I first…
NOTE: Article updated for the 2025 Sandhill Crane Festival March 21st through 23rd 2025. The Columbia National Wildlife Refuge begins in the small eastern Washington farming community of Othello. From the bustling Main Street, the refuge stretches northwest for uninterrupted miles upon miles of channeled scablands, rocky slopes, basalt landscapes and ancient, dried out creek…
On August 29, after a day of experiencing Makah Days and some of the other wonders Neah Bay and the West End have to offer, I headed down the coast to find Cape Flattery and Shi Shi Beach. Upon arriving in Neah Bay, I had made sure to stop in at one of the local…
Crystal Mountain Ski Resort is highly regarded as one of the best hubs for outdoor winter recreation in Washington. But even if skiing or snowboarding isn’t your thing, Crystal Mountain can still be your place. Whether you’re heading up to the mountain with friends who are skiing, or you’re looking for a unique winter adventure,…
Something wonderful happened. After weeks of relentless winter Washington rain, the skies cleared and the sun burst through the clouds as if to say, “Hey you, come out and play.” Needing no further convincing I laced up my boots, leashed up the dog, gassed up the car and headed out to explore. Hiking in Beacon…
Looking for a challenging hike to tackle in the Olympic forest? Klahhane Ridge Loop Trail might be the fit for you! Explore Washington State Contributor Zac Blaylock recently conquered the Klahhane Ridge Loop Trail, closing out at 16 miles round-trip, with sweeping views of Mount Olympus, Port Angeles Harbor and Sequim Bay. Back Into Hiking…
It’s a good idea to revisit a destination from time to time to make sure the favorite spots still live up to the memories while discovering some new favorites. My latest outing to Woodinville’s Schoolhouse District and Wine Walk Row did just that. Plus, it meant the chance to visit a couple of spots previously overlooked –…
When you consider visiting the Fremont Troll, you’re stepping into a piece of Seattle’s unique cultural tapestry. Nestled beneath the Aurora Bridge, this larger-than-life sculpture invites you to ponder its history and the community sentiment it embodies. To truly appreciate what the Troll represents, consider planning your visit at a time that allows for a…
