Recently declared a drought zone, the Olympic National Park on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula may be unusually accessible this spring and summer. For better or worse, this year the designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve with its beaches, rain forests and mountains will experience one of the driest springs on record. If you […]
There are nearly 60 public Japanese gardens in the United States. Most are connected to city park systems or botanical garden societies. By contrast, our independent, not-for-profit organization is devoted solely to the Portland Japanese Garden and operates year-round through admissions, membership dues, and donations. A Japanese Garden is not only a place for the […]
The Willamette is a vital, multi-purpose waterway that touches the lives of millions of people. It provides ports for commercial barges and oceangoing ships, irrigation for crops sold worldwide, an abundant fishery, and recreational opportunities.Nearly 70 percent of Oregonians live within 20 miles of the Willamette River, and some may not even realize it. Although […]
On her recent blog on www.frugallivingnw.com, writer Angela Davis tells us how we can save moolah and water this summer. Thanks Angela for these great reminders. There are right and wrong ways to water your garden. Here are a few tips to help you keep your plants alive, and your water bill low: Make a […]
Have you been told you have a “green thumb?” Do you love learning about plants and gardening and sharing that information with others? Then, maybe you have the makings of a Master Gardener? What does it take to become a Master Gardener in Oregon? Master Gardener Training is currently conducted out of Extension Service offices […]
by Melinda Myers Don’t let a lack of time or space get in the way of gardening your way to a healthy lifestyle. Plant a container of nutritious vegetables and herbs. Include a few planters on the front porch, back patio or right outside the kitchen door. All that’s needed is some potting mix, fertilizer, […]
Seattle offers an impressive array of free or affordable attractions. Additionally, savvy travelers take advantage of some major seasonal and year-around sightseeing, dining and accommodations packages. Seattle CityPass Visitors wanting the “full Seattle experience” often choose to purchase a Seattle CityPass to get the most for their money. Included in the CityPass are admission tickets […]
