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A wide and high waterfall cascades over a vertical rock face. There are trees and green shrubs around it

Twin Falls Hike: Stunning Waterfall close to Seattle

Posted on November 13, 2019November 6, 2019 by Jennie Flaming

At 3 miles round trip and with about 500 feet of elevation gain, the Twin Falls hike is a good half day hike option close to Seattle with a stunning Read More …

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How to Start Snowshoeing for Absolute Beginners

Posted on November 11, 2019November 11, 2019 by Jennie Flaming

Snowshoeing is an excellent way to enjoy getting outside all winter and a fun progression for anyone who enjoys hiking or walking outdoors. It is also a way to enjoy Read More …

Snow covered evergreen trees in the background. In the foreground, a gloved hand is holding a theo chocolate bar which is gingerbread spice flavored. One of the suggested amazon gifts for outdoorsy women 2019!

Small Budget Amazon Gifts for Outdoorsy Women 2019

Posted on November 8, 2019November 6, 2019 by Jennie Flaming

Are you looking for functional and amazing gifts that aren’t expensive? This list is for you! These are all items I use all the time and absolutely love. All but Read More …

A woman on cross country skis making an excited, goofy face at the camera. She is wearing a blue headband, a purple jacket and black leggings and boots. She has a fanny pack with a red jacket attached to it.

2019 Outdoorsy Women Gift Guide: Pacific Northwest local!

Posted on November 6, 2019November 4, 2019 by Jennie Flaming

It’s that time of year, people are starting to think about holiday gifts! Especially holiday gifts on a budget and that the recipient will love, use all the time and Read More …

cranberries floating on the surface of the bog. They are being gathered behind a boom. It's a sunny day and there is forest in the distance

Inside the Washington Cranberry Bog

Posted on November 4, 2019November 4, 2019 by Jennie Flaming

“Go ahead, eat one!” Jessika, part time cranberry farmer, full time nonprofit leader, encouraged me to pop a ripe cranberry in my mouth. Just eating a plain cranberry off a Read More …

A close up of the bottom of bright green ferns and moss in the forest.

Cougar Mountain Licorice Fern Trail: Quiet Forest

Posted on October 30, 2019October 24, 2019 by Jennie Flaming

The Cougar Mountain Licorice Fern trail is a mellow forest walk without many people in Cougar Mountain Regional Park. At about 4 miles round trip and with 200 feet of Read More …

Fall 2019 Get Outside Challenge!

Posted on October 28, 2019October 23, 2019 by Jennie Flaming

Hello Everyone! The Ordinary Adventures Fall 2019 Get Outside Challenge starts today! If you haven’t signed up already, do that here. The Dark Wet is here, and you can still Read More …

A bright bouquet of orange, red and yellow flowers is held up in the foreground. In the background is Seattle's Pike Place Market, with a large red neon sign saying "Public Market Center" with a red and white clock. There are other buildings and people in the background, slightly out of focus

Where to Eat at Pike Place Market

Posted on October 23, 2019October 22, 2019 by Jennie Flaming

I’m a fourth generation Seattleite and I love Pike Place Market! Pro tip: It’s Pike Place Market or The Market, NEVER Pike’s or Pike’s Place! It does get really crowded Read More …

Two burgers with buns on a grill. They have sesame seeds on top adn the burgers are covered in melted cheese

Easy Fast Dinners for after Outdoor Adventures

Posted on October 21, 2019October 14, 2019 by Jennie Flaming

Have you ever been out all day hiking, walking, exploring, bike riding and then suddenly you’re hungry for dinner and you’re ravenous and have no idea what to make? ME Read More …

A bunch of big orange pumpkins in the foreground. In the background is a green field and a more distant group of pumpkins. In the far distance are some buildings and trees against a cloudy sky

Pumpkin Patch: Fun local tradition for all ages

Posted on October 16, 2019October 11, 2019 by Jennie Flaming

October is an amazing time of year for Washington agriculture! All around the state there is abundant local food, from apples to hops to grapes to the last stone fruits Read More …

Get Outside this Fall and Winter