States of the Pacific NorthwestThe Pacific Northwest region of North America is traditionally understood to include the U.S. states of Washington and Oregon. However, a broader definition also encompasses Southeast Alaska, British Columbia, northern California, northwestern Idaho, and western Montana. This interpretation takes into account not just geographical location and geographical features but also shared …
The Pacific Northwest is a region known for its stunning landscapes, lush forests, and diverse wildlife. While many of the creatures that inhabit this area are harmless, some of them can be quite dangerous if encountered in the wild. So, in this article, I figured we should take the time to figure out which animals …
The absolute best ski vacation is when you can literally ski right from your accommodations to the slopes Spend a few days and just get up each morning and ski over to the nearest ski lift. No driving, no parking hassles, no muss, no fuss. Several ski areas in the Pacific Northwest are known for …
One of the things the Pacific Northwest is most known for is the impressive number of mountain ranges that we have. The Coast, The Rockies, The Cascades, The Columbia, and many others dominate the landscape. In all, there are over 50 peaks in the region that reach heights of 8,000 feet or higher. The exact …
On Thanksgiving, I had lunch with my extended family and I ended up having a conversation afterward with one of my younger cousins, who is looking at colleges in the area during their visit. I don’t really know much about him as his part of the family lives on the East Coast but as soon …
If you’re anything like me you probably remember the zoos of your youth with fondness. The problem is, that fondness probably turned to sadness when you realized that most zoos are just cement cages for animals to while away their lives in. The zoos in the PNW are from a different mold. I remember the …