Things To Do
What Plants To Grow In Washington
Have you ever felt overwhelmed walking into a nursery or a big box store and seeing all the vegetable starts or seed packets, and wanting to buy some to bring…
10 Independent Bookstores in Seattle to Visit on a Rainy Day
Seattle is full of interesting independent bookstores that showcase the quirkiness and unique character of the Emerald City. These bookstores are a perfect place to wander around (especially on a…
Top 5 Places in Seattle for a Unique Cocktail Experience
Seattle is best known for its coffee scene, but the cocktail scene has been growing for quite some time and might be nearing its peak. There are tons of very…
Hike or Bike-to-Hike Twin Falls Trail
If you were to ask, “What is a must-do hike in the Seattle area?” you’d likely hear Twin Falls Trail at the top of the list. This family-friendly and dog-friendly…
How to Get Started Gardening in the PNW
So you want to start gardening and don’t know where to start? There’s no wrong or right way to gardening. There are some guidelines that people do follow, but one…
First Timers Guide To Seattle
When you think of Seattle, Washington – the city known for its lush green (the Emerald City), rolling mountains and the Pacific Ocean (another name given called the Pacific Northwest)…
Exploring the Outdoors With Your Cat
My wife and I recently became residents of Washington State and are very happy about this exciting new chapter of our lives. Shortly after settling into our apartment in the…
A Trip to Cat Tales Exotic Wildlife Center
Lions and tigers and bears, OH MY! My mom, sister, her three little girls and I went on an adventure to the Cat Tales Wildlife Center in Spokane. They serve…
Hiking at Cashmere Canyons Preserve
It’s not every day that you get to explore a new hiking trail that just recently opened to the public! That, combined with the promise of great views and a…
Hiking Yellow Aster Butte in the Mount Baker Area
There are so many amazing hikes in this state that it’s hard to pick one favorite. I would put hiking Yellow Aster Butte in my top five favorite hikes in…
Hiking The Baker Lake Trail: Build Your Own Adventure
Looking for a hike that incorporates something for everyone to enjoy? Check out the Baker Lake trail in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. The Baker Lake trail is a 15-mile…
Hiking Columbia Mountain Loop Trail
For those who have not spent much time in the mountains of Northeast Washington, I believe, they are missing out. The mountains may not contain the enormous amount of perfectly…
