Contents
- 1 Things to Do
- 2 Hiking and Exploring Jolly Mountain
- 3 Celebrate Fall at Bi-Zi Farms Pumpkin Patch
- 4 Antiquing in Snohomish
- 5 Visiting PowellsWood Garden and Redondo Beach
- 6 Visiting Kitty Cantina: Spokane’s First Cat Café
- 7 Exploring Lake Lenore Caves
- 8 Spending a Day in Pasco, Washington
- 9 Exploring PenMet Parks
- 10 Visiting Canter-Berry Farms: More Than Just a U-Pick Blueberry Farm
- 11 Spending a Weekend in Northwest Whatcom County
- 12 A Day at Deception Pass State Park
- 13 A Weekend in Ocean Shores, Washington
- 14 Visiting Purple Haze Lavender Farm
- 15 Visiting the Historic Liberty Township
- 16 Visiting Snoqualmie Valley Farm Stands
- 17 Visiting Four New Breweries in Bellingham
- 18 Spending a Day at Fort Spokane
- 19 Exploring Dash Point State Park
- 20 A Hike Through Federation Forest State Park
- 21 Drive the Kittitas County Barn Quilt Trail
- 22 Exploring The Skagit Tulip Festival: Dog Friendly Guide
- 23 Morel Mushroom Hunting
- 24 Where to Go Mushroom Hunting Near Me? A Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Mushrooms in Washington State
- 25 Skydiving in Washington State
- 26 Hiking the Liberty Lake Loop Trail
- 27 Turning the Wine World Upsidedown in Cle Elum
- 28 Scottish Highland Games in Enumclaw
- 29 Everything for Beginner Kayakers in Washington State in 2024
- 30 Step Back in Time at Lakewold Gardens
- 31 Visiting The Bloedel Reserve on Bainbridge Island
- 32 Tips for Your Trip to Tulip Town
- 33 Visiting Pacific Raceways
- 34 Thomas Dambo’s Giant Trolls the Ultimate Adventure
- 35 Paragliding From Poo Poo Point
- 36 The Great Prosser Balloon Rally
- 37 Visiting Blackbird Pine Lavender Field
- 38 Visiting Remlinger Farms
- 39 Darrington Bluegrass Festival
- 40 Backpack With She Moves Mountains
- 41 A Visit to Washington Park
Things to Do
Hiking and Exploring Jolly Mountain
As I write this from the north Pasco countryside, early on a Friday afternoon, I look out the window of my study toward Badger Mountain,…
Celebrate Fall at Bi-Zi Farms Pumpkin Patch
The leaves turning orange and red and the crisp autumn air are all signs that the seasons are changing, but there is nothing that says…
Antiquing in Snohomish
“Dave – Let not the marriage of true minds admit impediments. Let the past stay in the past. I don’t want to find fault anymore…” …
Visiting PowellsWood Garden and Redondo Beach
Just a short drive from either Seattle or Tacoma, south King County has many great places to explore outside. PowellsWood Garden in Federal Way and…
Visiting Kitty Cantina: Spokane’s First Cat Café
Kitty Cantina is Spokane’s first and only cat café. Its long-awaited opening took place on June 8th, 2020, having been delayed a few months due…
Exploring Lake Lenore Caves
When you think of ancient caves, you may think you need to travel halfway across the country, or the world, to take this type of…
Spending a Day in Pasco, Washington
Visit Pasco, Washington for a dose of history, delicious food and waterfront parks along the Columbia River. Pasco is a small city located in Eastern…
Exploring PenMet Parks
There’s something beautiful about walking in the woods. The weight of life’s stresses seems to fall off your shoulders, brushed off to the ground by…
Visiting Canter-Berry Farms: More Than Just a U-Pick Blueberry Farm
Along a winding country road beneath the shadow of Mt. Rainier lies a blueberry farm fondly known as Canter-Berry Farms. To the unknowing tourist, the…
Spending a Weekend in Northwest Whatcom County
Northwest Whatcom County is a hotspot for family-friendly adventures. Home to two state parks, miles of beach access, a brewery and fresh seafood eateries, it’s…
A Day at Deception Pass State Park
Washington State has long been known for its wild beauty, epitomized by tall pine trees, rugged landscapes and stunning coastlines. Though it is often reduced…
A Weekend in Ocean Shores, Washington
Ocean Shores, Washington State is the perfect destination for fun with the family, a romantic weekend, or a relaxing solo getaway. This charming ocean city…
Visiting Purple Haze Lavender Farm
Outside the city of Sequim, where the dense green foliage of the Olympic Mountains meets the bright blue sea, a wave of purple is surging…
Visiting the Historic Liberty Township
As the weather begins to change and you feel more inclined to get some fresh air, there are many places to visit. From campsites, to…
Visiting Snoqualmie Valley Farm Stands
There are few activities available outside of the home for a 93-year-old matriarch who has been self-quarantining since the beginning of January. My grandmother’s pandemic…
Visiting Four New Breweries in Bellingham
Anchored by classic northwest brewpubs like Boundary Bay and Chuckanut Brewery, “Brewingham” has long been a favorite Washington beer destination. Bellingham’s modern brewery boom began…
Spending a Day at Fort Spokane
Many Pacific Northwesterners are unaware of the fascinating history of the state of Washington, particularly on the far-less-populated eastern side of the state. From the…
Exploring Dash Point State Park
I moved to the greater Seattle area in early September and immediately went out and started exploring everything this state has to offer. I quickly…
A Hike Through Federation Forest State Park
A few miles past Enumclaw, along the winding path carved by Route 410, Federation Forest sits nestled by the mighty White River. Though perhaps not…
Drive the Kittitas County Barn Quilt Trail
Kittitas County is known for its outdoor recreation opportunities like fishing, hiking and a lesser known gem — Washington state’s first barn quilt trail. The…
Exploring The Skagit Tulip Festival: Dog Friendly Guide
If you haven’t been to the Skagit Tulip Festival in…
Where to Go Mushroom Hunting Near Me? A Beginner’s Guide to Hunting Mushrooms in Washington State
So You Think You Can Forage? Thinking about “where to…
Scottish Highland Games in Enumclaw
The Seattle Scottish Highland Games Association was formed back in…
Everything for Beginner Kayakers in Washington State in 2024
Kayaking gives you an entirely new way to Explore Washington…
Visiting The Bloedel Reserve on Bainbridge Island
Tucked away on the north end of Bainbridge Island, a…
Tips for Your Trip to Tulip Town
Tulip Town is blooming with activities and fun for you to enjoy. Learn all the tips and tricks to make this trip the best it can be.
Visiting Pacific Raceways
Ever wanted to learn how to drive a race car? At ProFormance Racing School you can get behind the wheel and on the track.
Thomas Dambo’s Giant Trolls the Ultimate Adventure
Join in on Tara’s thrilling adventure to find five giant wooden trolls created by artist Thomas Dambo in Washington State. These unique trolls, made from recycled materials, are part of a scavenger hunt that combines art, environmental awareness, and exploration across various locations in Washington. The journey offers a unique experience to discover these whimsical, massive sculptures while enjoying the state’s beautiful landscapes.
Paragliding From Poo Poo Point
Soar alongside the eagles with Seattle Paragliding! Find yourself on top of Poo Poo Point to experience your new favorite scenery.
The Great Prosser Balloon Rally
Want to attend the Albuquerque International Balloon Festival? The next best thing happens in our backyard. Explore the Prosser Balloon Rally!
Visiting Blackbird Pine Lavender Field
Summertime brings those long nights, hot sunny days, blue skies,…
Visiting Remlinger Farms
This Washington gem has matured along with the generations of locals. As such, Remlinger Farms continues to be a favorite, family destination.
Darrington Bluegrass Festival
Located roughly an hour and a half northeast of Seattle lies Darrington, home of the Bluegrass Festival. Explore the 46th annual festival.
Backpack With She Moves Mountains
She Moves Mountains creates an educational space for women through her outdoors retreats and skills clinics. Learn about Intro to Backpacking.
A Visit to Washington Park
Just a 1.5-hour drive from Seattle, Washington Park offers a family-friendly spot for the day or weekend camping trip!
