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Spooky Hikes in Washington State
If you live in Washington State and are interested in doing some spooky hikes, check out this informative list from the Washington Trails Association. The list features ten haunted hikes and highlights some of the regional history with each trail. If you aren’t interested in haunted hikes, then check out the Association’s other offerings, which feature everything from hiking basics and... [Read more]
Wild for Blackberries in the Pacific Northwest!
At long last, the wild blackberries are ripe and ready for picking out here in Seattle. I’ve long loved these plump shiny berries and every August have made a concerted effort to pick and freeze the berries for the winter months. Admittedly, it can be a downright prickly task gathering these berries from the thorny brambles, but the payoff can be decadently delicious in the cold winter months... [Read more]
Savor those Campgrounds in September…
Pacific Rim National Park, Vancovuer Island, British Columbia September has always been one of my favorite months for vacation. Alas, now that my children are in school, I don’t get to vacation during the last official month of the summer, but when my children were very little, we always took a week out on the beach. The beaches and campgrounds are blissfully quiet, and the summer sun has started... [Read more]
Do the Puyallup Fair in Western Washington
The Puyallup Fair by Carolyn Trainer Do you ever use your travel trailer or mobile home to visit special state or county fairs? Indeed, it can be a great way to see the local flavor of a region! In Western Washington, we enjoy the Puyallup Fair every September. This year the Fair runs from September 7 to 23 in Puyallup. With full hookup RV parking available at the fair, it’s a convenient way... [Read more]
Are You a Mobile Reader?
Consider the convenience of mobile readers when camping! I know. I know. On a site geared to camping, I should be talking about hiking to the highest peak or racing down a river in a kayak. However, truth be told, there are many days when I simply like to read on the beach or around the campfire! I love to read and when we are camping, I like to steal a few minutes to just catch up on books... [Read more]
Get Ready for the Ellensburg Rodeo and a County Fair!
Historic Downtown of Ellensburg, Washington I visited Ellensburg, Washington yesterday. While touring their historic downtown and shopping at their lovely farmers market, I noticed signs advertising the upcoming Ellensburg Rodeo. Admittedly, I have never been to this rodeo but it is a huge deal and has some historical significance in our state because it first took place in 1920s. Ellensburg is rich... [Read more]
Tips for Dealing with Tsunami Debris
If, like me, you love to walk the shores of the Pacific Ocean in order to hunt for treasures such as shells, seaweed and driftwood, then you might read this information regarding the wave of tsunami debris that is heading our way and landing on our beaches. Recently, our coastal beaches have experienced an increase in marine debris resulting from the devastating March 11, 2011 Japanese tsunami. I... [Read more]
Rent a Tent in Homer, Alaska!
Rent a Tent in Homer, Alaska I spontaneously rented a car in Homer, Alaska last week. I hadn’t initially planned on renting a Forest Green Subaru while there, but when my plans abruptly shifted, I did, too. Hence, my husband called Adventure Alaska Car Rentals, a small family-owned and operated car rental company. Within an hour, Tammy was delivering a car to me at The Driftwood Inn.... [Read more]
On the Road with the Skype App
Lake Aleknagik, Bristol Bay Region, Alaska Have any of you tried using the Skype App while traveling? I used the iPhone App for the first time last week when I was traveling in Bristol Bay, Alaska. I was not camping at the time…I was staying in a remote log cabin. However, I didn’t have any cell phone service when I was in the remote corner of Alaska. I could have used a calling card a... [Read more]
Alaska Islands & Ocean Visitor Center in Homer, Alaska
Alaska Islands & Ocean Visitor Center, Homer, Alaska Do you ever visit a destination and then wish that you had started your visit exactly where you ended up? That’s how I felt when I visited Homer, Alaska last week. After spending about a mere 36 hours in this seaside town, I decided to dash into the alluring Alaska Islands & Ocean Visitor Center. Unfortunately, I did this on my way... [Read more]
