hiking, Mt.Rainier National Park, pnw, Review, travel

Snowshoeing Mt. Rainier With Kids: Myrtle Falls Trail Guide

Family Snowshoeing Guide: Myrtle Falls at Mt. Rainier

hiking, pnw, Review, travel

The Ultimate Family Stop After Exploring the Gorge ~ Thunder Island Brewing Co

Looking for the perfect post-hike stop in the Columbia River Gorge? Thunder Island Brewing Co in Cascade Locks offers Mountain View’s, craft beer brewed with adventure in mind, and a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re coming off the trails near Bridge of the Gods or just exploring the Gorge with your kids, this spot is the ideal place to unwind, refuel, and take in those incredible river views.

Family activity, Gathered thoughts

Simple Ways to Enjoy Fall Together (Free Autumn Bucket List Inside!)

If you’re ready to make the most of this beautiful season, download your Free Autumn Bucket List below! It’s a fun way to stay intentional and create memories that will last long after the leaves have fallen.

cascade mountains, family adventures, hiking, pnw

Chasing the Golden Larches ~North Cascade Mountains

October in Washington State is one of the most beautiful seasons and the perfect time to visit . The Golden Larches are on full display if you are lucky enough to catch them..they turn the bright golden color for such a short time before they lose their needles . The weather is a little of everything …sunshine,rain and even some snow and the mountains are basking in the final streams of sunshine as they prepare to welcome winter.

cascade mountains, Goals, hiking, pnw, travel

Colchuck Lake ~Gateway to the Enchantments ~Hiking in the Cascade Mountains

Colchuck Lake~Gateway to the Enchantments~Hiking the in the Cascade Mountains~Leavenworth,Wa

family adventures, hiking, pnw, travel

Kamiak Butte Trail

Kamiak Butte Trail is a beautiful trail tucked into the rolling Palouse farmland and comes with some great view points that is near Pullman ,Wa. It was the perfect trail to stretch our legs after a long drive and take in the beauty of the area. I love that the landscape is so differant there… Continue reading Kamiak Butte Trail

Goals, hiking

Mystery of the Climb

What does climbing mean to you? .For me…There is something about each step I take on the way to the summit. There is a release of everything in my mental to do list or all the things in my life that are demanding my attention . Instead , my mind is filled with awe in… Continue reading Mystery of the Climb

Goals, hiking, pnw, travel

Lake 22 Trail

View at the summit of Lake 22 Lake 22 was one of the most beautiful hikes we did in 2024 . The pics don’t even begin to do it justice or show just how huge the rocks are…Amazing! Stairs This log was huge! This trail was not at all what I expected. With the elevation… Continue reading Lake 22 Trail

coffee, hiking, Mt.Rainier National Park

Kuju Coffee Review

We recently had an overnight at a Mt. Rainier Hut and so I knew I wanted some coffee for our stay . I picked this up at REI and I was so impressed with it! First of all , how can you not love the name basecamp when you are doing an outdoor mountain adventure?.As… Continue reading Kuju Coffee Review

Columbia gorge, hiking, pnw, travel

Wahclella Falls Trail

Wahclella Falls Trail is one of our top 10 hikes! I lost count of the waterfalls as we hiked in and out but everywhere I turned there was a waterfall . It is definitely the greatest Show in nature and it’s a perfect hike if you are wanting a quick hike with a great views.… Continue reading Wahclella Falls Trail