Hiking the PNW: Bandera Mountain
Located in the heart of Snoqualmie Pass, the 7.5-mile round-trip summit of Bandera Mountain is definitely one to add to your summer hiking list. The trail is accessed through Mason […]
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Hiking the PNW: Otter Falls
As an avid hiker of high peaks and rocky talus slopes, I rarely plan a hike solely to see a waterfall. I’ve been told a great deal of stories about […]
Hiking the PNW: Mailbox Peak
On the outskirts of North Bend, just past the “no service” warning sign which guards the entrance to Middle Fork Road, lies the parking lot designated for those determined to […]
Seattle and Bellevue: Most Physically Active Cities in U.S.
The Chamber of Commerce released findings of a survey gathering information from across the U.S., from large to small cities, to see which are the most physically active. Looking at […]
Registration Open for BC’s Upcoming Outdoor Adventure Events
This 2022 school year, Bellevue College’s wellness center is offering a series of outdoor winter events. The events are designed to help you learn a new and exciting skill. The […]
Hiking the PNW: McCormick Park
Sitting right in between the Snoqualmie Valley Trail and the Snoqualmie River, McCormick Park is a pleasant summer hangout spot located just off of downtown Duvall. Although it is small, […]
Hiking the PNW: The Snoqualmie Valley Trail
The Snoqualmie Valley Trail (SVT) is a historic former railroad track turned walking trail that runs throughout the entire valley. It stretches just over 30 miles, from Duvall to North […]
Hiking the PNW: Granite Mountain
Almost immediately off exit 47 of I-90 is the Granite Mountain trailhead. The Granite Mountain trail winds upwards steadily for 4.3 miles, with almost 1000 feet of gain per mile. […]
WA State reopens outdoor activities for safe recreation
After a long hibernation, residents of Washington State can expect to see a gradual return to the great outdoors. As part of Governor Jay Inslee’s first phase to reopen the […]