Five Popular Native Seattle Wildflowers

Five Popular Native Seattle Wildflowers

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The Emerald City is famous for prolific bursts of color thanks to all the moisture in the area. Seattle blooms are some of the most gorgeous in the country in both cultivated gardens and wild areas. Learn more about five native Seattle wildflowers from guest blogger...
Neve Camp | North Cascades Backpacking

Neve Camp | North Cascades Backpacking

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Over the river and through the woods to Neve Camp we go! Located just 2.5 miles down Thunder Creek trail in North Cascades National Park, Neve Camp (pronounced nev-AY) is a backpacking adventure that doesn’t require much effort. Sure, it’s not for everyone...
Franklin Ghost Town Offers a Trip Back in Time

Franklin Ghost Town Offers a Trip Back in Time

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It’s not everyday you get to take a walk back in time, but that’s what happens when you visit Franklin ghost town just outside of Black Diamond. The railroad running through Franklin in 1902 Located 37 miles from downtown Seattle (map), Franklin was a once...
Seattle Whale Watching | Puget Sound Express

Seattle Whale Watching | Puget Sound Express

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Whales are truly amazing mammals, and we’re fortunate enough to have them in the Northwest. The only problem is: you rarely get to see them from shore. But spotting these stunning creatures is made much easier on a Seattle whale watching trip with Puget Sound...
Best Time to See Golden Larches in Washington

Best Time to See Golden Larches in Washington

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Leaves change colors every autumn. It’s one of those really special times to live in the Pacific Northwest. Sure, we don’t get the same incredible colors as the Midwest or East Coast, but we get something even better – golden larches. You have to...