Did you know that Central Washington University has actually gone through four name changes? It’s only been CWU since 1977. Originally founded in 1891, its first name was “Washington State National School in Ellensburg.” How’s that for a mouthful? Now it is filled with over 11,000 students annually, and was ranked “Top-rated four-year University in…
Deep sea fishing is by definition any kind of fishing done in water about 100 feet deep on a boat, that isn’t easily visible from shore. This makes Westport, Washington a hotspot destination for deep sea fishing hobbyists in the Pacific Northwest. Planning a trip to Westport? Start with our complete Westport Visitor Guide →…
You may have seen the majestic Lady Washington in such films such as “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” or “Star Trek: Generations.” But did you know it was originally created in 1787? Yeah, it’s that old. Kind of. Planning a trip to Aberdeen? Start with our complete Aberdeen Visitor Guide…
One of our favorite little spots to frequent in the south sound is the Dash Point Park and Pier in NE Tacoma. This cute condensed beach and pier is sometimes referred to as the “Lobster Shop Beach” because the restaurant by the same name used to own a quaint waterfront location just across from the…
Predators of the Heart is a special animal refuge located in Anacortes, Washington. They are a non-profit organization that is dedicated to nurturing and helping “all species of wild animals who, for various reasons, find themselves without a place to live out their lives.” This is a one-of-a-kind refuge in the state. From foxes, vultures, and…
Located in Goldendale, the Maryhill Museum of Art first opened in 1940. Back then, Time Magazine called it “the world’s most isolated art museum.” Today it is a popular stop in southern Washington for thousands of travelers each year.With over 5,000 acres of property, the museum has ample room for several contrasting exhibits, both permanent…
A small town of just over 1,600 residents, Ritzville isn’t a vacation hotspot. And while there may not be much to do in this 1.70 square mile area, it does make for a great place to stretch your legs. Check out these activities that make Ritzville a unique spot to stop. Visit Ritzville Before stopping…
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. Planning a trip to Vancouver? Start with our complete Vancouver Visitor Guide → So, what’s so great about it?…
Hops, the main component in flavoring beer, is a sun loving plant. Requiring between six and eight hours of sunlight per day, these vertically growing flower buds are used all over the world. But, did you know that in 2016, Yakima surpassed even Germany in the hop harvesting sector? Thus making it the hop growing…
Although Washington State University may be rated as one of the top 100 party schools in the country, this University has a rich history. How it Came to Be In 1890, the Washington legislature voted to establish a state agricultural college and school of science. The process of finding a location began and was tied…
Located in Pasco, Washington, the Juniper Dunes Wilderness area is something quite unique to the area. Not only is it Washington’s largest juniper grove but it is also completely fenced in, all 7,000+ acres. Back in 1984 the United States Congress designated this area of land with various expansions since then. What is the Juniper…
Updated October 2026. On October 16, 1805, the Lewis and Clark expedition came down the Snake River and reached the Columbia, at the spot where Pasco sits today. They had been traveling for more than a year. They stayed two nights at the meeting of the rivers, and what they wrote there is some of…
