Find your own connection to nature in 18 of the best gardens in Seattle — my personal favorites. Includes interactive map of the Salish Sea area.
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Welcome — I’m your host, Matthew Kessi — I’m glad you’re here
I am a travel writer, nature photographer, queer naturalist, and mystic with a rich connection to Mother Earth. I’ve invested a lifetime guiding myself and others through nature and can help you find just the right tools to build your own personal relationship with the salve of the organic world – in ways that will transform your life.
Articles about the Pacific Northwest
Point Defiance Park — the best day in Tacoma wilderness
My guide to the best things to do in Tacoma’s Point Defiance Park. Zoo, beaches, rhododendon, gardens, water views, and more. Includes interactive maps and checklist.
Seattle in Summer — the best outdoor things to do
Emerald City in Summer? Much warmer! Pack a picnic and follow this list of the 20 best outdoor things to do in Seattle. Includes interactive map.
My favorite things to do in Seaside, Oregon
My favorite things to do in Seaside, Oregon, including an interactive map for eating, drinking, and wandering along the Oregon Coast.