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The best things to do in West Seattle, including Alki Beach

February 27, 2025 by Matthew

Beautiful spring sunset from Alki Beach in West Seattle. The light waves wash up onto a rocky beach while the pier juts out into the water. The Olympic Mountains in the distance create a backdrop for the peach, yellow and blue colors of the sky with a bright yellow ball of sun getting ready to set.

Curious about experiencing the "beach town" vibe of West Seattle and Alki Beach? This step-by-step guide delivers all the best things to do.Whether visiting Seattle for the first time or a long-standing local in the area, West Seattle provides a breath of fresh sea air. This relaxed but vibrant community has a distinct energy that encompasses bustling beach culture, great food … [Read more...] about The best things to do in West Seattle, including Alki Beach

Forest Bathing Seattle

February 19, 2025 by Matthew

A view down a gravel roadway while Forest Bathing in Seattle's Washington Park Arboretum in February. The trees are dormant but the rhododendrons show off their twisted trunks holding their canopy of leaves up toward the gray sky.

Introduction: Learn what impedes, supports, and transforms you through Forest Bathing in Seattle. Healing, wellness, and empowerment await. Are you stuck in the hamster wheel of daily life, yearning for change but unsure where to start? Are life circumstances overwhelming you, leaving you feeling lost and anxious? Is there a background static of uncertainty holding you back? … [Read more...] about Forest Bathing Seattle

How to enjoy Fall in Seattle — 30 of the best outdoor things to do

August 27, 2024 by Matthew

A roadway is covered by a canopy of fall trees losing their colorful leaves of different colors. Some of the leaves are on the blacktop pavement and there are a few black lamp posts along the drive.

Read more for Leaf-peeping, jumping salmon, brilliant colors, joyful flowers, cleansing rain, forest bathing, installment art, urban walks, mindfulness meditation, and setting emotions adrift in local waters. Also known as, a fantastic Fall in Seattle. Includes map and videos.Fall in Seattle is my favorite time of year. The weather holds out well into October. Crisp, cool … [Read more...] about How to enjoy Fall in Seattle — 30 of the best outdoor things to do

Where to enjoy Seattle forest bathing in the rain

January 24, 2023 by Matthew

Forest bathing in Seattle is a delight when the light shines through the collection of fir trees like in this photo with a spruce and younger hemlock tree with moss dangling from the branches.

The wet season in Seattle can feel oppressive. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest and connecting with nature from an early age, I enjoy the healing and well-being that comes from forest bathing – rain or shine. But sometimes, this glee for mud puddles and wet cedar branches feels unique.  Now you might be looking outside your window, watching vast droplets of water … [Read more...] about Where to enjoy Seattle forest bathing in the rain

Ballard Locks Balance

October 2, 2022 by Matthew

Star shaped flowers open up against the blue sky and dark green foliage.

There is a magical place in Seattle where freshwater meets the salty Salish Sea. It might stand as a reminder to integrate different parts of life for positive results. And it also is the scene of an ageold tale, since time immemorial.The Ballard Locks and adjacent Fish Ladder is a fascinating integration of engineering marvels facilitating travel, miracles of nature, and … [Read more...] about Ballard Locks Balance

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