How to Enjoy Natural Hot Springs Near Seattle
Imagine stepping off the trail and into a pristine, natural hot tub that's seemingly waiting just for you....
January 25, 2021
5 Best Rainy Day Hikes Near Seattle
Seattle-area adventure seekers have plenty of rainy day hiking options at their fingertips to explore....
5 of the Northwest’s Best Treehouse Getaways
Trees. The Pacific Northwest is famous for them: towering Douglas firs, soaring old growth cedars, ancient sitka spruce. The trees of the Northwest are one of its defining features. And what better way to experience them...
January 22, 2021
How to Bring a Houseplant Back to Life
If you’ve got a house plant that looks like it’s on its last legs, don’t give up hope, you may be able to revive it. Water and Light Wilt is the most obvious sign of plant collapse....
January 22, 2021
in Gardening, Inspiration
The Best Old-Growth Hikes within Striking Distance of Seattle and Portland
When the clouds roll in, the Northwest's old-growth hikes offer great protection from the rain....
Eat, Drink and Stay Warm: 17 Restaurants With Cozy Outdoor Seating
Personally, I love a good patio … in the summer that is. But winter? That’s a totally different story, until now. Thanks to a little government funding and a lot of innovation, several restaurants across...
January 20, 2021
in Food
How to Prepare for Extreme Winter Weather
Winter can be the most wonderful time of the year, and one of the most adversed. Whether you’re traveling, adventuring, or spending some time inside, preparing for the unexpected is key! Make sure you’re ready...
January 20, 2021
Best Rain Gear for PNW Runners (from an Actual PNW Runner)
Although I’m a Seattle transplant, I’ve endured enough Pacific Northwest winters (25 of them to be exact) to hold my own in the midst of constant sideways drizzle, prickly ice/rain mixes and the kind of...
Relax and Fill Time With Classic Puzzles and Games
For the rest of winter break, you might be needing a break from devices. Here's all the motivation you need for going low tech with jigsaw puzzles and classic board games. According to one report, the...
January 19, 2021
Where to Find Guided Snowshoe Adventures Near Seattle
One of the great joys of living in the Pacific Northwest is there’s something fun to do outside pretty much all year round. And yes, it rains a lot west of the Cascades. But we...
January 19, 2021
Tai Chi: A Gentle Winter Workout to Build Flexibility and Ease Stress
Weather forecasters are predicting an especially cold and wet winter this year. That means you’ll need some ways to maintain your fitness while indoors. It’s the perfect time to take up a tai chi practice. Tai...
5 Healthy Asian Veggies to Try This Winter
Break out of the ordinary with these ideas for incorporating healthy Asian vegetables into your meals....
January 17, 2021
in Food, Healthy Eating