Seattle in Winter – 17 ways to have fun like a local
Planning a winter visit to Seattle? Newcomer to Seattle getting ready for your first winter? If so, you’re in the right place! This article is all about how to thrive and not just survive Seattle in winter. You might have heard that Seattle is dark and gray in the...
13 Must see stops between Anchorage and Seward Alaska
I’m going to go right ahead and say it – the drive from Anchorage to Seward is the best drive anywhere in Alaska! I lived in Alaska for seven years and worked as a guide and still visit frequently. I have driven nearly every mile of road in Alaska...
Fields Spring State Park – Winter and Summer fun off the beaten track
Fields Spring State Park is a largely unknown gem tucked in the Blue Mountains in the far Southeast corner of Washington State. It’s a remote, sunny area with amazing year round recreation, both in the park and in the surrounding national forest. Just a few miles from both Oregon...
Best Smokeless Fire Pit – is it worth it to get one?
Humans have enjoyed the simple pleasure of sitting around a warm crackling campfire for millenia. It’s warm and cozy and immediately brings a sense of fun and adventure. Nothing gets in the way of those happy feelings like smoke in your eyes. Or you clothes and hair smelling like...
Best things to do in Kenai Fjords National Park
Kenai Fjords National Park is one of the easier to get to national parks in Alaska. It is a vast wilderness of mountains, glaciers, fjords and wildlife. The scenery is stunning and the experience of this National park is not one you’ll soon forget! This land of the Alutiiq...
13 Incredible Things to do in Seward Alaska
Seward Alaska is a unique and bustling small town that is a perfect stop on your Alaska vacation! From outdoor adventure in national parks featuring wildlife and glaciers to local art and delicious food, Seward is a wonderful town for visitors and you’ll find plenty of Alaskans visiting too....
Squak Mountain Hiking Routes
Squak Mountain hiking is a wonderful way to experience gorgeous forested trails near Seattle without the big crowds that many of the other nearby trails have. It’s also a perfect year round destination. It’s shady on hot summer days and shows off beautiful lush green forest on rainy days....
Hiking the Boulder Garden Loop on Mt Si
Mt Si and its smaller neighbor, Little Si are super busy and crowded. Despite the popularity of these trails, it is possible to find trails in this trail system that are not as crowded! Many people don’t realize that there are several trails that connect to the Mt Si...
6 Unforgettable Day Trip Tours in Alaska
As a former resident of Alaska and a guide there for many years, I am very picky about tours! I love finding ones that are truly amazing, because a well thought out and affordable tour can be the highlight of a vacation, especially in Alaska! In this article I’m...
9 Magical Things to do on Lopez Island
Lopez Island is the quietest of the San Juan Islands and the best island in Washington State for bike riding! Even though it’s quiet, there are so many wonderful things to do on Lopez Island. It’s especially wonderful for cyclists, or anyone who likes to explore the outdoors is...