Sep 12, 2019 | Travel Destinations, Unicorn
Hello friends, After staying put for a couple of years, I’m excited to announce that it’s time for some new adventures. Daniel and I both just quit our jobs and we are planning to travel the world for a few years. We have an empty nest now that his daughter is off...
Aug 19, 2019 | Hiking in Mt. Baker, Travel Washington State
On July 29, 2019, my husband Daniel and I tied the knot at one of my favorite locations in the world: Artist Point in the Mount Baker Wilderness. Read on more for more details on our big day and how you can plan your own Artist Point wedding or elopement. The Big Day...
Jul 20, 2019 | Hiking in the Puget Sound & Islands
A few months ago, my sister Bethany asked if I wanted a bridal shower or bachelorette party before the wedding. I had to pause and think about that for a moment. I don’t know…. did I? So far, my focus has been on ensuring that the wedding is as simple and...
Jul 6, 2019 | Hiking in Mt. Baker
We sit with our backs against a rock, holding hands and watching the shadows lengthen. Mt. Baker rises majestically behind us and Mt. Shuksan towers before us, its ragged top obscured by clouds. We had considered hiking further but aren’t prepared to face the...
Nov 21, 2018 | Hiking in the Puget Sound & Islands
Lummi Island is an often-overlooked hiking destination in Washington State. A small island that is only accessible by ferry, it’s a great daytrip or weekend getaway from the nearby cities of Bellingham or Seattle. If you’re a foodie, Lummi Island is...
Oct 31, 2018 | Hiking in the Issaquah Alps
Thinking about volunteering? Learn more about Washington Trail Association volunteer opportunities. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about doing trail maintenance work. Considering the thousands of miles that I’ve logged on well-loved trails, it was becoming a...
Oct 11, 2018 | Hiking in Mt. Baker, Hiking in Washington
As some of you may have noticed, I’ve taken a bit of a break from blogging recently. The wildfires and heavy smoke blanketing the region at the end of summer really got me down – both mentally and physically. I caught one of those lingering colds that took a...
Aug 14, 2018 | Best Washington Hikes, Hiking in the Puget Sound & Islands, Hiking in Washington
5.5 miles 950 feet elevation gain In celebration of hike-a-thon, I went on a hike this weekend with with my team, The Amazing Shaw Family. We chose Fragrance Lake for our adventure as it’s centrally located between our homes. We hoped the hike would push but not...
Aug 12, 2018 | Hiking in the Olympic Peninsula
Ozette Triangle Day 3: Wedding Rocks to Lake Ozette Distance: 4.6 miles hiking + 1 additional mile exploring Cape Alava For more information on the Ozette Triangle Trail, visit the Backpacking Ozette Triangle in Olympic National Park landing page We awoke in a fog...
Aug 11, 2018 | Hiking in the Olympic Peninsula
Ozette Triangle Day 2: Sand Point to Wedding Rocks Distance: 2.1 miles + 3 additional miles fetching water hunting for a campsite For more information on the Ozette Triangle Trail, visit the Backpacking Ozette Triangle in Olympic National Park landing page Daniel and...
