Golden Larch March in the North Cascades

Golden Larch March in the North Cascades

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It’s an annual tradition in the Northwest: the golden larch march. Hikers, tourists, and outdoor enthusiasts flock to the mountains in early- to mid-October to see larches as their needles turn bright yellow in the autumn. Tove and I are among the many who head...
Harry’s Ridge Hike at Mount St. Helens

Harry’s Ridge Hike at Mount St. Helens

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Hiking at Mount St. Helens is unlike any other experience in Washington. It’s haunting, beautiful, fascinating and downright awesome. And I say that in the truest sense of the word – it leaves you in awe of Mother Nature. The hike to Harry’s Ridge...
Talapus Lake | Winter Hike Near Seattle

Talapus Lake | Winter Hike Near Seattle

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Seattle doesn’t typically get much snow in the winter, but the white stuff isn’t usually hard to find. Snoqualmie Pass is a short jaunt from the city, and it offers some snowy adventures, including this fun winter hike to Talapus Lake. Talapus Lake...
Palouse Falls | A Fun Getaway From Seattle

Palouse Falls | A Fun Getaway From Seattle

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You can’t wait for perfect weather to visit outdoor attractions in the Pacific Northwest. If you do — you’ll never see anything. That’s why on a drizzly day, driving back to Seattle from Pullman, Tove and I decided to stop and check out Palouse...