Family activity, homeschooling

Free 2026 Winter Olympics Checklist (Printable)

Watching the 2026 Winter Olympics as a family? 🏔️ Grab this FREE printable event checklist with clear checkboxes for every sport — plus a homeschool tie-in page covering geography, science, history, math, and Italian culture. Perfect for: ✔️ Homeschool families ✔️ Family watch parties ✔️ Morning basket activities ✔️ Olympic unit studies 2026_Winter_Olympics_Full_Event_Checklist_Homeschool.pdfDownload

Goals

Month 2 of 12: Why Staying the Course Is Braver Than Starting

Month 2 of 12: Why Staying the Course Is Braver Than Starting

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.

Hotel, pnw, Review, travel

Hotel Leavenworth ~ Cascade Mountain Lodging

Hotel Leavenworth is the perfect place to soak in some relaxation vibes . We planned to stay here after hiking in the area and it was such a blessing! It is on the Main Street in Leavenworth,Wa

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, pnw, travel

Jakob Two Trees ~Northwest Trolls : Way of the Bird King

"A thousand circle suns, not oldTime will stretch and loop and foldSo stop, breathe out, breathe in, beholdThe trees have sung a story told". Jakob is located in Issaquah and stands around 14-ft. tall, looking as future friends come to find him . You will find him paused between two trees as if to say… Continue reading Jakob Two Trees ~Northwest Trolls : Way of the Bird King

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