November 16, 2022

National Take a Hike day on November 17

November 16, 2022/ Rebecca Bailey, editor

The national Take a Hike day was established to recognize the more than 60,000 miles that make up of the National trails system in the U.S. The word that comes to mind when I think about 60,000 miles of trails is appreciation. It would be a sad state if we had to forge our own trails to experience nature and all its wonder. So I give whole-hearted thanks to all those hard-working people that made the trail system what it is today.

June 01, 2022

Must see stops for your Pacific Northwest travels—Wildflowers, tide pools, and an off-the-beaten-path campground

June 01, 2022/ Rebecca Bailey, editor

The Tom McCall Preserve is perched above the Columbia river, showcasing beautiful wildflowers. Winding paths lead you through fields of lupine and arrowleaf balsam root, which is commonly know as Oregon sunflower. Small oak trees are scattered throughout, adding a nice accent to the flat land. The easy trails are perfect for a nice morning walk.

September 01, 2021

Quick takes

September 01, 2021/ Rebecca Bailey, editor

Quick Takes is a growing list of places with brief descriptions based on our journeys and breathtaking scenery. We just wrapped up our most recent 12-day road trip in “Bliss." (our sweet little trailer). If you follow me, by now you know that I believe in the healing power of nature. And this is absolutely what we just experienced. Below are three new “Takes” from Mount Rainier! These are beautiful places worth adding to your travels.

Also, check out the entire Quick Takes section for more glorious spots to explore this fall. Be well!

July 09, 2019

SUMMER WANDERINGS: THREE BEAUTIFUL AREAS TO EXPLORE

July 09, 2019/ Rebecca Bailey, editor

Blue Lake, Cascade Mountains. Washington State

The view was outstanding and well worth every step it took to get there. We were hiking during one of those perfect mid-June days that are often illusive in the Pacific Northwest. Breathtaking colors, stunning reflections,

June 01, 2017

Looking for a scenic day hike or campground in the Pacific Northwest?

June 01, 2017/ Rebecca Bailey, Nature Me Editor

Are you looking for a beautiful place to explore this summer? Deception Pass State Park is a gorgeous setting with activities for every kind of outdoor enthusiast. And it's only a couple of hours north of Seattle.

April 26, 2017

Road tripping along California's Eastern Sierra and a few tips to help you plan your own road trip

April 26, 2017/ Rebecca Bailey, Nature Me Editor

Road trips are a blast! From the planning stage to the last bend in the road, you will be continually inspired by all of the spontaneity and discovery that naturally happens when you travel by auto.

You are on the move discovering new places. Your curiosity is peaked. You feel really, really good.

April 11, 2016

Explore a park this SPRING

April 11, 2016/ Rebecca Bailey, Nature Me Editor

I just got back from a few days in the Columbia Gorge, one of the most lush natural areas in the Pacific Northwest.

I returned home believing that exploring a park or some other natural area might be the next best thing you can do for yourself this spring. Here is a bit of description about our recent excursion to the Columbia Gorge.