Borst Lake | Mount Si Reflection in Snoqualmie

Borst Lake | Mount Si Reflection in Snoqualmie

It’s amazing how an unassuming place can create such beauty. That’s what happens at Borst Lake in Snoqualmie. On a nice day, the water creates a perfect reflection of Mount Si in the distance. First things first: where the heck is Borst Lake? This...
Heather Lake is a Beautiful Winter Hike Outside Seattle

Heather Lake is a Beautiful Winter Hike Outside Seattle

There’s not shortage of stunning winter hikes near Seattle. But, there are some winter hikes that simply trump the others. Heather Lake is one of those hikes. The payoff is a stunning, snowy landscape at the base of Mount Pilchuck. The Heather Lake trailhead...
Taco Dip Recipe You Don’t Want to Miss

Taco Dip Recipe You Don’t Want to Miss

It was a New Year’s Day tradition when I was growing up: making appetizers and watching college football bowl games. The food usually changed every year, but one appetizer always stayed the same: taco dip. I often revive the tradition these days, inviting family...
WhirlyBall | Fun for All Ages in Seattle

WhirlyBall | Fun for All Ages in Seattle

What happens when you cross bumper cars with lacrosse and basketball? You get WhirlyBall, of course! It’s easily some of the most fun we’ve ever had in Seattle. Here’s the gist about WhirlyBall: Teams are made up of five players apiece. Each player...