Welcome to another exciting blog post on the “Exploring Washington State” podcast! In this episode, our host Scott Cowan sits down with Ed Marquand, a remarkable figure behind the transformation of Tieton, Washington. Join us as we explore Ed’s fascinating journey and dive into how creativity and community spirit have revitalized a small town. Discovering…
The Gnome Trail in Maple Valley is pure tiny human magic. The 0.7-mile loop will have your kiddo racing through the woods in wonder and awe. As a parent or caregiver, you too might feel like pixie dust magic hangs in the air. After all, the chorus of giggles that ripples through these woods is…
In this episode, we explore Dry Fly Distilling through a conversation with Don Poffenroth, the founder who built Washington State’s first distillery since Prohibition. Don Poffenroth is our guest for this episode. Don launched Dryfly in 2007 and Dryfly was the first distillery to open in Washington State since prohibition. Our conversation took place in…
We’re sharing three cabins by Chelsea from Digs Co, located around the Cle Elum area. Just 90 minutes from Seattle, these properties are perfect for a quick weekend getaway or a longer vacation. We’ve enjoyed each cabin’s unique theme and are excited to share more about Chelsea’s co-hosting business. We also had the pleasure of…
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 sunny forecast, drew us to Cashmere Canyons Preserve on the last Saturday of October. The hike is located in Cashmere, Washington, just 20 minutes east…
What do you get when you mix a shuttered church, an art gallery, a food bank, and a whole lot of community spirit? In this heartwarming episode, Scott sits down with Michelle Wyles at Boxx Gallery in Tieton, Washington, to hear the unexpected origin story of a gallery that’s done more than just hang beautiful…
With fall, we found ourselves itching to go to Mount Rainier to recharge for the weekend, and there’s no better place than Tilted Timbers, a cozy new A-frame in Ashford. Located six miles from the Nisqually entrance, Tilted Timbers is one of the closest cabins to Mount Rainier. The Nisqually entrance is the most convenient…
Our guest for this episode is Stephanie Forrer. Steph is the host of the “Eat, Drink, Travel, Y’all,” podcast where she has delicious conversations with the most intriguing industry professionals in the culinary world. Steph also is a active food and travel writer, photographer and social media marketing consultant. Originally from Alabama, Steph decided to…
Craig and Sharon Campbell are our guests for this episode. Tieton Cider Works started in 2008 and is now one of the largest cider makers in Washington State. Craig’s family started farming in the Yakima Valley in the 1920’s. As a 3rd generation farmer Craig has stories to share about farming, apples, and cider. Sharon…
Sadie Davis-Suskind is an amazing podcast guest. During 2019 Sadie participated in Junior MasterChef. As a semi-finalist she has some amazing stories to share with us. Starting off in the kitchen as her moms Sous-chef, stirring the pot. Sadie has found her joy in cooking. She calls it her love language. Thanks for tuning into…
Located on the shores of Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport, Hyatt Regency Lake Washington provides guests with an unforgettable experience. Now in its fourth year of being open and a recent AAA Four Diamond Award Winner, Hyatt Regency Lake Washington perfectly combines the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, the landscape of Lake Washington, inspired…
If you have ever perused Instagram or Pinterest and looked longingly at the serene, picturesque cabins in the woods, we’ve found the spot for you! If you’re in Washington, or thinking of visiting, let me introduce you to the TimberCreek Cabin. Nestled just 25 minutes from Stevens Pass, just over an hour (or 57 miles)…
