When you first glimpse Dan Klennert’s Recycled Spirits of Iron Sculpture Park on your way to Mount Rainier National Park, you might just brake to a stop. And if you don’t, we guarantee you will want to when the next opportunity arises. Peering over the fence you may wonder, “What IS this place?” In Latin […]
Editor’s note: The following article is reprinted with permission from the Northwest RVing Blog hosted by MHRV (Manufactured Housing and Recreational Vehicle) Show Association. Written by Emily Helgeson Growing up I spent a lot of summer weekends at Lake Desire– the lake my dad grew up on. As the years went on, we created an annual […]
Caption: Grizzly bears used to be fairly common across the American West, but these days only a few thousand of the majestic creatures roam free in and around Yellowstone National Park and Washington’s North Cascades. Credit: Pixabay. Dear EarthTalk: What’s the latest on efforts to reintroduce Grizzly bears back to the Lower 48?— J. Whitaker, […]
Caption: Families enjoy sledding at Paradise The official Snowplay Area is the safest and only location that sledding is permitted in Mount Rainier National Park. The Snowplay Area, marked by poles and ropes, includes a small sledding hill for small children. Only plastic and soft-sided sled devices may be used. Snowshoeing and skiing are not permitted. […]
If you need a change in scenery the Mount Rainier region has over 30 cabins with wifi so kids can stay engaged with distance learning and you can work remotely. Here is just a few of the available cabins: River View Cabin The River View Cabin offers accommodations for up to six people. The cabin […]
Caption: The Yin Yang Basic Tee is printed on light weight basic tee for a vintage feel. JUNGMAVEN grew out of these roots of simplicity and sustainability. In the early ’90’s JUNGMAVEN founder, Robert Jungmann, who is based in Vancouver, Washington, became passionate about putting a stop to clear-cutting practices that devastate the planet– and […]
Editor’s note: The following article is reprinted with permission from the Northwest RVing Blog hosted by MHRV (Manufactured Housing and Recreational Vehicle) Show Association. Written by Dave Helgeson Do you have a student(s) studying Washington State history remotely from home? Looking to get them and yourself out of the house for an RV weekend getaway? […]
Photo by Jace Walker Stenersen History is on full display in Cape Disappointment State Park in Ilwaco, where two century-old working lighthouses continue to guide mariners toward shore. The 161-year-old Cape Disappointment Lighthouse guides sailors into the mouth of the Columbia River from the south, while the 119-year-old North Head Lighthouse illuminates the way for ships approaching from the north. Short […]
Caption: Huntington Park on the Spokane River. With a $64-million Riverfront Park renovation, the park now has a new skate ribbon, Looff Carrousel building, Howard Street Bridge Promenade and updated SkyRide. Work has progressed to the Pavilion. The old IMAX theater was torn down and the Pavilion is currently being transformed into an open-air event […]
COVID UPDATE: Effective November 18, Maryhill Winery’s Tasting Rooms are open in Phase 2 for carryout wine sales only during normal business hours. Indoor dining is not permitted, but carryout sales, and curbside are available. Maryhill Winery, located 100 miles east of Portland, Oregon, features world-class wines and relaxed tasting rooms in the spectacular Columbia River […]
