Brooke
Brooke Jackson is an internationally featured writer and photographer based in Seattle. As the founder of Wandering Trails Media, she specializes in travel, outdoor adventure sports, and environmental studies. Brooke also instructs for REI Outdoor School, where she finds joy in educating others on how best to get outside in a responsible and sustainable way. See more of Brooke's work at www.WanderingTrailsMedia.com
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Self Care
A Guide to Aromatherapy
Different smells elicit visceral experiences, like the scent of fresh homemade cookies being intrinsically connected to a sense of home. So what if there were scents that could mitigate stress? Or even help reduce physical pain? Alternative medicines can be beneficial to those who are struggling with mental health conditions such as stress and anxiety. […]
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Self Care
We Could All Use a Little Hygge Right Now
According to Statista’s 2019 index, Denmark ranks as the second Happiest Country in the World followed closely with Norway in third, and Iceland for fourth. So what is it about these Northern European countries that have folks so giddy all the time? Well, that’s a question that has been debated for years as this is […]
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Hiking
Fall Hikes in Eastern Washington
Editor’s note: We encourage you to practice good physical distancing on the trail. Before you head out, confirm trails are open. Wildfire activity and COVID-19 are causing closures. Be welcoming of all people on the trail. As the fall season approaches Seattle with its wet weather and dreary clouds, consider crossing over the Cascade Mountain passes to […]
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Hiking
Paved and Groomed Trails for Accessible Hikes
Editor’s note: We encourage you to practice good physical distancing on the trail. Before you head out, confirm trails are open. Wildfire activity and COVID-19 are causing closures. Be welcoming of all people on the trail. There’s so much more that goes into planning a hike besides how beautiful the views are. Luckily, resources are […]
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Outdoor Adventures
A Weekend of Waves and Drinks in Westport
Stretching into the horizon, disappearing into hazy morning fog, we have the white sand beach entirely to ourselves. Cruising the coastal highway, the old Suzuki Samurai engine gently hums over the soothing sound of nearby rolling waves. We park the car, unload our boards from the back, and sip up our wetsuits while watching as […]
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Inspiration
Incredible Tours You Can Take From Home
As quarantine continues to slow the spread of COVID-19, it is easy to feel disconnected from the rest of the world. Luckily, that doesn’t have to be the case! Around the globe, various museums, amusement parks, zoos, theaters, and even NASA are offering free virtual experiences online. Dreaming of marveling at the timeless artwork in […]