Low Key Outdoor Adventure for Everyone
But isn’t it cold?? But shouldn’t I visit in the summer? I am sure I’m the only person who will tell you that March is the best time to visit Fairbanks Alaska but it’s ABSOLUTELY TRUE. Stay with me here and remember that I lived in Fairbanks for four years before you decide I’m nuts….
A weekend in Port Angeles is a change of pace and scenery from Seattle and approachable at an hour and a half drive plus a ferry ride. Port Angeles is the biggest gateway community for Olympic National Park and a hub of economic activity on the Olympic Peninsula. This post will cover nearby Olympic National…
Most travelers have heard of Banff and Jasper National Parks in Alberta and the crowds there reflect their popularity! Often people have not heard of their close neighbor, Kootenay National Park which is absolutely incredible. Yoho National Park is another nearby winner, but that’s for another post. If you’re interested in avoiding crowds and seeing…
If you’re planning a visit to Alaska, then you’ll want to know where to find the best food! Alaska excels at bakeries and seafood so make sure to fit in as many bakeries and as much seafood as possible during your trip! Pizza and beer is another frequent option that will almost always be good….
You likely know, dear reader, that I believe it getting outside as much as possible! Ordinary Adventures is all about keeping it low key so that you can get out more! Previously I’ve talked about how to start hiking as well as how to hike more often. One way to hike more often is to…
I am so excited to share this post about the BEST things to do in Alaska because all these ideas are from Alaskans! These are rounded up from lots of friends in different parts of Alaska as well as my own favorites. These are all places loved by locals and also accessible by visitors. There…
If you want to get outside more in 2020, join our challenge for January and February here! Here we are on the edge of a brand new decade, and though it’s just an arbitrary date on the calendar it seems a good time for new beginnings! I’m glad you’ve found Ordinary Adventures, because this is…
Don’t let the rain keep you away from Olympic National Park! This is a place world famous for it’s rain, it’s lush green forests, rushing waterfalls and remote beaches! Olympic National Park also has hikes with sweeping mountain views, but those are not as good for rainy days. In addition to seeing Olympic National Park…
I have no idea why this is called Rattlesnake Mountain. We don’t have rattlesnakes in this part of the state and there’s nothing whatsoever that makes me think of a Rattlesnake here. But, that’s the name of this well known area in North Bend! Described below is a trail description for a one way hike…
The Cherry Creek Falls hike is a beautiful half day hike. At 5 miles and 500 feet of elevation gain, it’s a good workout but not extremely steep. There is a lot of mud on this trail and some potentially challenging creek crossings near the waterfall, so I would suggest wearing rubber boots (unless it’s…