This article inspires a visit to Ballard Locks Fish Ladder. It guides how to elevate your nature connection with this fascinating exhibit of nature's magic. Salmon swimming home to their ancestral birthplace is highlighted on my list of 25 best outdoor things to do in the Fall in Seattle. But this article will give you more detail on ways to engage with Mother Earth's … [Read more...] about Ballard Locks Fish Ladder — how to discover nature’s magic
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How to make a nature connection in Bellevue Botanical Garden
This article inspires a visit to Bellevue Botanical Garden. It guides how to elevate your nature connection with this 53-acre greenspace in the heart of a Seattle area urban beehive. Eleven distinct zones of botanical goodness patch together -- inviting discovery that can go deeper than the magenta hues of Fuschia lining the main lawn. My life is all about nature. I take … [Read more...] about How to make a nature connection in Bellevue Botanical Garden
Seattle Autumn — 5 inspiring walks to elevate your nature connection
This isn't a typical list of parks in Seattle that everyone writes about. If you're seeking a wide array of ideas, check out my other article about all the outdoor things to do in Fall in Seattle. This post is designed for Seattle locals yearning for a new way to see nature in the Emerald City or visitors hoping for an authentic connection to our greener parts. Either way, … [Read more...] about Seattle Autumn — 5 inspiring walks to elevate your nature connection
Wallowa Lake Tramway — Eagle Cap Wilderness magic
The Wallowa Lake Tramway is your ticket to the alpine wonderland of Eagle Cap Wilderness. A unique opportunity awaits to experience Oregon's highest concentration of mountain peaks (over 8,000 feet). This area of Eastern Oregon, with thrilling views of Joseph, is known as the "Little Switzerland" of Oregon. On a clear day, witness the beauty of four states (Oregon, … [Read more...] about Wallowa Lake Tramway — Eagle Cap Wilderness magic
Wallowa Lake Lodge — a good night’s sleep in Eastern Oregon’s alpine wilderness
There are many ways to engage nature in the Pacific Northwest, but I ask you this question: Are you ready to go deeper in your connection with Mother Earth? Some may ask, what is the best way to foster a meaningful relationship with the natural world if you're not camping? Under the towering Wallowa Mountains, situated at the edge of a pristine alpine lake, might be the … [Read more...] about Wallowa Lake Lodge — a good night’s sleep in Eastern Oregon’s alpine wilderness