One of my favorite aspects of living in the Seattle area is all of the different experiences you are surrounded with. The Green Lake neighborhood is just north of downtown Seattle. A quick 15-minute drive will take you away from the high rises and bring you to this low-key neighborhood built around the lake it’s…
Updated for 2025 When you visit the Kittitas County Fair, you’ll find it’s more than just a local event; it’s a blend of tradition and modern entertainment that caters to all ages. Located conveniently off I-90 in Ellensburg, the Kittitas County Fair offers easy access and plenty of parking. Whether exploring the Historical Frontier Village…
When Daisey James picked up a disc during COVID, she didn’t plan on becoming a leader in Bellingham’s disc golf scene. Fast forward a few years, and she’s co-owner of Far From Par Disc Golf Pro Shop, president of the Whatcom Disc Golf Club, and the driving force behind a lost disc rescue service that…
Sean Visintainer didn’t set out to build one of the Northwest’s most respected fly shops. He just loved fishing. Growing up in Spokane, Sean spent hours casting in the backyard, chasing water wherever he could find it. That quiet obsession eventually grew into something bigger: Silver Bow Fly Shop, a now-iconic storefront that serves everyone…
Spokane may be one of Washington’s most misunderstood cities—but not if Brian Muegge has anything to say about it. In this episode of What’s Your Washington?, Brian, a Gonzaga University grad and passionate Spokane resident, invites us to see his city through a different lens. Forget the outdated stereotypes or the quick impressions made from…
What do your favorite craft brewery, a family vineyard, and a city park in Spokane have in common? They might all be doing their part to protect wild salmon—and you might not even know it. In this episode of the podcast, we spend time with Brian Muegge, Farm Program Manager at Salmon Safe, a nonprofit…
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…
The Riverfront Chalet (IG @theriverfrontchalet) offers an idyllic weekend escape for nature enthusiasts, adventurous families, and those seeking tranquility. This charming two-bedroom, two-bathroom cabin blends rustic charm with modern comforts, providing a perfect base for exploring the natural beauty of Washington State, as well as visiting the charming Bavarian-inspired town of Leavenworth. The Chalet Experience…
When it comes to exploring Washington by RV, few people know the open road better than Brooks Smothers, host of the RV Out West podcast and the newly revived See America series. In this episode of What’s Your Washington?, Brooks takes us behind the wheel for a journey filled with music, memories, and a dash…
Tucked away in the trees on Whidbey Island lies a place where imagination roams free and creativity is rooted in conservation. The Price Sculpture Forest isn’t a typical art gallery or nature preserve—it’s a living blend of both. Founded by Scott Price, this remarkable outdoor experience began with a simple goal: protect a beautiful section…
In this episode, we head to Wenatchee to catch up with Connor Gross, owner of Venture Barber Company and a proud local with deep roots in the community. Connor brings a fresh, funny, and thoughtful take on what makes Wenatchee special—from the local lore of Pershing Street to nights filled with cheap beer and punk…
For this episode we head to Bonney Lake for a quick chat with local mortgage lender Mike DeMaio, who shares a few personal highlights from life in this fast-growing corner of Pierce County. For Mike, it’s the little things that make Bonney Lake feel like home—like the neighborhood dog park, where both pups and people…
