Rattlesnake Ledge (also called Rattlesnake Ridge) is an understandably popular hiking destination near the town of North Bend, about a half hour drive east from Seattle. During summer months, there can be many people there with you, all taking in the pleasant steady forest hike and the views from […]
The Cave B Winery and Resort is a fairly fancy and well appointed getaway above the shores of the Columbia River Gorge on the outskirts of Quincy in eastern Washington, near the famous Gorge Amphitheater. It offers an inn, restaurant, winery and wine tasting, spa, 1 bedroom Cliffehouse cabins, […]
Zombies have become a big thing, taking over the cultural consciousness of many people in America through movies, TV shows, comic books, and conventions. It evokes “what if?” and “how would I respond?” reactions in many.
As part of this trend, sleepy Normandy Park hosts an annual Zombie Fest that […]
Salmon fishing is great up and down the breezy western shores of Whidbey Island. We fished from the shores of Whidbey Island on Admiralty Bay in the town of Coupeville. Salmon migrate along there on the way back to their home rivers, swimming through the eel grass beds […]
Stevens Creek Trail meanders gradually down to the river-carved valley formed by Stevens Creek and Maple Creek, passing small waterfalls and a beautiful forest along the way. At 1.7 miles, the backcountry Maple Creek Camp is reached and provides either a great overnight location for camping or a nice […]
Savor Seattle offers the delicious and varied two hour Chocolate Indulgence Tour, launched from Pike Place Market. The entertaining guide provides both history and education regarding all things chocolate, with some local flair thrown in.
The tour’s primary stops and samples occur at Cupcake Royale, The Chocolate Box, Dahlia Bakery, The […]
On the northeast side of Mount Rainier National Park is a terrific car-accessible visitors center, café, and series of trailheads going off in multiple directions. There are many day hike options out to waterfalls, glacier overlooks, and views of Mt Rainier’s snow-covered flanks. Camping options are nearby, too, […]