Multnomah Falls is one of Oregon’s iconic places to see – and it’s totally worth the stop. At a whopping 611 feet tall, it’s one of the tallest falls you’ll ever see, but the best part is that you don’t … Continued
Traveling with a toddler is…a lot. Toddlers are not known for listening well, staying put, staying still, staying quiet, or any other skills that make traveling go smoothly. Expect a little bit (or a lot) of chaos. Maybe everything will … Continued
Skamania Lodge is tucked into a particularly scenic spot in the ridiculously scenic Colombia River Gorge, and is the perfect place to stay whether you want to relax with a view or whether you want a base for exploring this … Continued
With more than 100 state parks, the Washington State Parks system offers a bit of everything – fun places to play on the beach, dramatic shorelines, open meadows, waterfalls…pretty much anything natural you can think of. However, unlike your average … Continued
I am trying to be tough. Traveling with a toddler is not for the faint of heart, or at least traveling with my toddler isn’t. Now, don’t get me wrong. She’s very sweet. She’s pretty easy going. She likes to … Continued
The Columbia River Gorge is one of the most attractive landscapes you’ll ever see (indeed, it’s a National Scenic Area for a reason). The Columbia River meanders its way through the Cascade mountain range and creates a dramatic backdrop along … Continued
The first time I heard of Fort Steilacoom Park, it was from a coworker years and years ago. My coworker and her boyfriend went out to the park just before dark and explored a former insane asylum, hoping to find … Continued
Dear Toddler, You were born into a family that loves to travel. We aren’t high adventurers. We aren’t constantly on the road. But we love to go see new things and experience new places. You might not know this because … Continued
If you have kids, chances are you worry about them…sometimes…all the time. It’s easy to have a bit (or a lot) of anxiety when you’re responsible for keeping someone else alive. Not just that, but you’re generally expected to raise … Continued
When a box of several Buff products showed up in the mail for us to try out, at first I didn’t get it. I’ll admit it. I looked at these neck cylinders and thought – but why? I’m a simple … Continued