Washington State’s Cycling Rules of the Road
If you cycle in Washington State, there are some rules that every cyclist should know. Continue reading to discover what they are and why they are important.
Visiting Poulsbo: Little Norway on Liberty Bay
Poulsbo, located in the Kitsap Peninsula of Washington State, is sometimes called “Little Norway” because of the Norwegians who settled here over 100 years ago. Here’s a bit more about this charming PNW town and what to do if you visit.
Outdoor Shakespeare (and other outdoor performances) Near Puget Sound
Just updated for 2024, and we’re still adding plays! We love Shakespeare in the Park and other outdoor theater performances! Pack a picnic and a blanket and sit in the sun (or in some cases under the stars). Here’s a brief guide to some PNW (mostly Seattle area) Shakespeare in the Park productions.
Geeky Events in the PNW
Like comics, anime, cosplay? Sci-fi? Fantasy? This is a list of some of the major “geeky” events in the PNW.
Vibrant Seattle Spring Events and PNW Spring Festivals
Celebrate Spring with these Pacific Northwest, Seattle area, and western Washington Spring festivals and events.
Bring in Spring at the 2024 Northwest Flower and Garden Festival
The annual Northwest Flower and Garden Festival is going on from February 14 – 18 at the Seattle Convention Center. Here are some of the highlights from the magnificent garden displays at the festival.
Pacific Northwest Birding Festivals
Are you a bird nerd? Here’s a list of upcoming Pacific Northwest Birding Festivals. Most of these events feature various classes, field trips, and lectures for the bird enthusiast and photographer.
Port Townsend’s Starlight Room is a classy moviegoing experience.
Comfortable seats, chandeliers, popcorn with REAL butter, and craft beers make going to Port Townsend Rose Theater’s Starlight Room a way to see a movie in style.
Cycling Events in Washington State and the PNW
Want to find a cycling event in Washington State? We’ve edited, and are republishing, this post about cycling events through the year in the PNW (mostly in Washington State).
Puget Sound and Western WA Holiday Events 2023: Christmas Lights, Gift Shows,Theater, near Seattle…ish.
Here’s our list of holiday events to check out — near Seattle, and beyond depending what our users submit. Christmas lights, concerts, gift shows — find something to make your holidays sparkle.
Turkey Trots in the Puget Sound Area (&Beyond) in 2023
If you’re in the Puget Sound area and looking for a turkey trot to burn off those Thanksgiving Day calories, you have plenty of choices! Here’s a list of many of them.
Visiting Pia the Peacemaker on Bainbridge Island
Bainbridge Island has received one of several whimsical wood troll sculptures by Danish artist Thomas Dambo. Here’s a bit more about visiting Pia.
Bald Eagles at Big Beef Creek: “It’s that Seabeck time again.”
Every year in late May and early June, a number of bald eagles come to Big Beef Creek in Seabeck with the morning low tide.
Camping On Orcas Island (and Other Things to Do While You’re There)
Orcas Island is the largest of the San Juan Islands — and a great place to camp. Here’s a brief post about camping spots on the island and a few other things to do while you’re there as well!
Finding Wintering Trumpter Swans in Northwest Washington State
Every winter trumpeter swans from Alaska and northern British Columbia migrate to the Pacific Northwest. Here’s a bit more informaiton on these, the heaviest of flying bird, and where to find them in western Washington State.
14 Unique Things to do in Seattle That Every Seattleite Should Know About
Author Ana de Guzman from Redfin asked some Seattleites (including me) about some of their favorite interesting and offbeat things to do in Seattle. Here are some suggestions they offered.
Viewing Elk at Dosewallips State Park
Dosewallips State Park by the Dosewallips River is a great place to view wildlife. In particular, there’s a large herd of elk in the area.
Searching for Tufted Puffins in the Salish Sea
Taking a cruise near Smith and Protection Islands is something to put on your calendar for the Summer months. Who knows, you just might see an actual tufted puffin!
Where to View Salmon Spawning in Kitsap County This Autumn
Every year the salmon return from the ocean to their home streams to spawn. WSU offers a day of salmon viewing and education in the fall. Here’s where and when to view spawning salmon in Kitsap County this Autumn.
Riding the Olympic Discovery Trail Sequim to Port Angeles (River and Prairie Section)
The Olympic Discovery Trail is a trail running through the Olympic Peninsula from Port Townsend to the Pacific Ocean. This is the first of several posts exploring different sections of the trail, mostly from a cycling perspective.
Visiting the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
After cancellation in 2020, the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is back for 2021. Here’s more information and when to see the tulips.
Foulweather Bluff
Foulweather Bluff is a protected nature refuge in Hansville, WA. It offers a short family-friendly hike to the beach and great birdwatching!
Snoqualmie Bike Ride: Remlinger and Back
I cycled this route years ago, and intended to write about it at that time.
A few things may have changed since then, but it remains a good cycling route with a good stop at Remlinger Farms at the mid-point.
Seattle as it Will Never Be: Remembering Pompeii on Eliott Bay…and the Fun Forest
This “Seattle Vintage” post is husband’s recollection of a funny short film from the 1970s which followed archaeologists excavating the remains of the ancient city of Seattle after an eruption of Mount Rainier.
This is mixed in with my own memories of the now-long-gone Seattle Center Fun Forest.
The Best Beginner Mountain Bike Trails Near Seattle
Seattle is home to some great mountain biking and some of the best beginner mountain bike trails in the Pacific Northwest. This is a sponsored post from evo — a Seattle based retailer that specializes in outdoor equipment…mountainbikes and more!
