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23 interesting things to do in Port Townsend, Washington

August 18, 2021 by Matthew

An ornate victorian era building inspires thinking about bygone eras of the seaport town of Port Townsend, Washington. There are so many things to do here, like glance up at this blue and white painted building.

A historic harbor exists in a place where the tidal sways of the Salish Sea wash daily to fold into the powerful Pacific Ocean. They meet along the Strait of Juan de Fuca -- separating the United States and Canada by 12 miles. Here, it seems that all the elements unite to create a balanced ecosystem, complete with proud cedar and fir trees leading to the pebbly shores. Just … [Read more...] about 23 interesting things to do in Port Townsend, Washington

8 of the best things to do on Whidbey Island

July 7, 2021 by Matthew

The Coupeville Wharf is a fun thing to do on Whidbey Island. The red wood building is entirely over the water on a dock while a few boats are tied to the pier. In the foreground is a curved metal lamp with a light bulb coming from the fixture. There are a number of seagulls sitting on the point of the wooden roof. The sunset is casting a pinkish yellow glow on the hills in the background.

In the heart of the magical Salish Sea lies an island steeped in rich history. Growing up in Oregon, I didn’t know much about Whidbey Island until my friend Jerry showed me photos of a visit to friends living in a tiny farmhouse amidst a flowing field of overgrown greens — sporadic flowers pushing their way through the noise to reach the sun. Since then, I’ve always had a rich … [Read more...] about 8 of the best things to do on Whidbey Island

Day trips from Seattle — 16 of the best getaways

July 1, 2021 by Matthew

Big Four Mountain commands this landscape photo with patches of snow amongst fir forests and a mowed meadow in the foreground.

Early morning day trips from Seattle can be the perfect salve to the soul. The stress of traffic is lulled away with the aspirations of exploring and experiencing all the magic the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Even thirty minutes into the voyage, the ratio of concrete to green vastly adjusts to fir trees and roadside patches of local shrubs. With a little more time, open … [Read more...] about Day trips from Seattle — 16 of the best getaways

La Conner, Washington — the best of Skagit Valley

May 26, 2021 by Matthew

An hour north of the bustling metropolis of Seattle, Washington, lies the bucolic Skagit Valley, where Mt. Baker and the North Cascade Mountains keep command of the scenery and quaint red barns and farm stands offer fruit and local honey. While more visible towns like Mount Vernon and Burlington, WA, enjoy a symbiotic relationship with the steady vehicles of commerce along I5, … [Read more...] about La Conner, Washington — the best of Skagit Valley

Bremerton day trip from Seattle — the best way to seize the day

January 20, 2021 by Matthew

Three pieces of vertical artwork from the streets of Bremerton, Washington depicting a navy ship, a cedar tree and buoys used for fishing.

The coronavirus lockdown is taking a toll on the mental stamina of people all over the world -- and it's no different in the Pacific Northwest. Especially in the Seattle area, primarily because the cold and wet weather does not lend itself well to hanging out in parks or eating in outdoor spaces. At the time of this writing (Jan 2021), Washington State is shutdown for … [Read more...] about Bremerton day trip from Seattle — the best way to seize the day

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