Skagit Valley Daffodils | The First Sign of Spring Near Seattle

by Tim Lewis

There’s no denying tulips make the Skagit Valley an incredible place to visit in the spring, but before the fields are glowing in purple, red, and pink, there’s a sea of yellow in Mount Vernon. In late winter, the Skagit Valley daffodils put on quite a...

Nisqually Vista Snowshoe at Mount Rainier National Park

by Tim Lewis

“Although the Paradise area trails that radiate out from the visitor center are popular in any season, winter is when they really shine.” That’s the line on VisitRainier.com that led my dad and me to Mount Rainier recently. There are plenty of...

Gold Creek Pond | Snowshoeing at Snoqualmie Pass

by Tim Lewis

Snoqualmie Pass is a haven for winter activities. There’s snowboarding, skiing, and also plenty of great snowshoeing. There are several options for trekking around in the snow, but one of the best for beginners — or experienced snowshoers alike — is...

Un Bien | Paseo Comes Back to Life in Seattle

by Tim Lewis

Are you missing the incredible sandwiches they served at Paseo in Seattle? Don’t fret! The old Paseo is back — in a way — but it’s now known as Un Bien. Located in a pink and green shack on 15th Avenue in Ballard, Un Bien has many of the...

Visit Keekwulee Falls For A Fun Winter Hike Near Seattle

by Tim Lewis

You have two choices during the fall and winter in Seattle: you can go into lockdown to avoid the elements — or — you can go out and enjoy them. We personally prefer the latter. There’s nothing better than stomping through the snow, and a great place...