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Nature connection at Ravenna Park begins with the pedestrian bridge that flows high above this photo, taken below in the deep forest. The bridge is painted green and a steel structure of Beams while the maple trees flow under a bright blue sky.

How to make a nature connection in Seattle’s Ravenna Park.

Matthew
October 12, 2022

A how-to guide, including my favorite mystical places, bridges you to a Ravenna Park nature connection with Seattle’s iconic ravine wilderness.

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Silver salmon swim through a blue tinted viewing window at the Ballard Locks Fish Ladder.

Ballard Locks Fish Ladder — how to discover nature’s magic

Matthew
September 28, 2022

Detailed guide (includes video) showing you how to open up a genuine nature connection at Ballard Locks Fish Ladder.

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A two tone fuchsia in Bellevue Botanical Garden shows delicate pink petals with a darker magenta interior and green foliage all around.

How to make a nature connection in Bellevue Botanical Garden

Matthew
September 21, 2022

My how-to guide. Experience a deeper nature connection with Bellevue Botanical Garden. Mystical places, bridges, Yao Japanese Garden, and more.

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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.

Fall in Seattle — 25 of the best outdoor things to do

Matthew
September 14, 2022

Autumn leaves, parks and art, my curated list of 25 outdoor things to do to enjoy Fall in Seattle. Includes lots of photos, an interactive map, and many of my Tiktok videos.

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The Seattle King Street Station is the terminus for the train to Vancouver. Here, yellow warning lines remind travelers to stay away from the tracks, which are shown leading away from the station.

How to train from Seattle to Vancouver — the best information

Matthew
September 1, 2022

Amtrak rail service resumes between Seattle and Vancouver! Everything you need to plan your scenic train trip — inspiring photos and helpful considerations.

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An autumn scene in Seattle at a park where the leaves have fallen onto other trees. here a bright yellow maple leave is on top of red lace leaf maple leaves and a twisting tree branch.

Seattle Autumn — 5 inspiring walks to elevate your nature connection

Matthew
August 31, 2022

A “how to” guide to enjoy deeper connections with nature in a Seattle autumn. Inspiring fall foliage, magical parks, and mystical gardens.

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I would like to acknowledge that much of my inspiration comes from living on the traditional land of the first people of Seattle, the Duwamish People past and present and honor with gratitude the land itself and the Duwamish Tribe.

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