Lakewold Gardens in Lakewood, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Celebrate moms, nature, and spring at Mayfest 2024 next weekend at Lakewold Gardens. This family-friendly event on Friday, May 10-Sunday, May 12 has something for everyone: Have a picnic. Stroll the gardens and enjoy the flowers in full bloom. Walk up to an easel and paint … Continue reading Mayfest 2024 Mother’s Day weekend at Lakewold Gardens
Rhododendrons in full bloom at the Hendricks Park Rhododendron Garden in Eugene, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) Immerse yourself in nature this spring at Hendricks Park Rhododendron Garden, one of Eugene's most beautiful gardens. This year's schedule includes four free walks focusing on different topics: Sunday, April 14, 1 p.m.—Rhododendron Garden tour, led by Emily … Continue reading Spring walking tours at Hendricks Park in Eugene
Kayakers at Fox Island in the Kenai Fjords National Park near Seward, Alaska (photo by Cheryl Landes) On Wednesday, August 25, national parks that charge entry fees will be open for free for one day only in celebration of the National Park Service's 105th birthday. After August 25, two more free admission days are scheduled … Continue reading Free admission to national parks on August 25
An ocean view from Cape Disappointment State Park near Ilwaco, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Get out and explore on Wednesday, August 25, when Washington State Parks celebrates the National Park Service's birthday with free entry to parks that charge entry fees. The free access is for day use only. After August 25, three more … Continue reading Entry to Washington State Parks free on August 25
Cleaning up trails at Mount Rainier National Park is one of dozens of activities slated for the fifth annual Pierce County Trails Day on Saturday, July 31. (photo by Cheryl Landes) Get outside on the last Saturday in July at the fifth annual Pierce County Trails Day. Whether you go on a hike or participate … Continue reading Get outside at Pierce County Trails Day on July 31
Image by LUM3N from Pixabay The Washington Trails Association (WTA) has published a new free online hiking safety guide geared toward new hikers. It also provides a great refersher for hikers with more experience. "Safety Essentials: A Toolkit for Hikers" focuses on five important things you need to know for an enjoyable, safe hike: Make … Continue reading Washington Trails Association publishes new hiking safety guide
Multnomah Falls in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area east of Portland (photo by Cheryl Landes) The U.S. Forest will start requiring visitors to Multnomah Falls to purchase timed tickets online starting Tuesday, July 20, to reduce congestion at the falls and on Interstate 84, the main road to the parking lot. Tickets are … Continue reading Timed tickets required to visit Multnomah Falls starting July 20
Image by Bruno/Germany from Pixabay In August and September 2021, the Chateau Ste. Michelle winery resumes its live concert series in the outdoor amphitheater with a range of well-known names. This season, all tickets will be sold through Ticketmaster. Here's the full lineup. One show, which was rescheduled from 2020 due to COVID-19, is sold … Continue reading Live music returns to Chateau Ste. Michelle in August
Featured image by Rebecca Jasso from Pixabay Bring a lawn chair or blanket to Silvan Ridge Winery's outdoor amphitheater to relax and enjoy a free concert by the Eugene Symphony on Sunday, June 20. The concert features an amplified woodwind quintet: bassoon, clarinet, flute, French horn, and oboe. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. The performance … Continue reading Free Eugene Symphony concert June 20 at Silvan Ridge Winery
Image by John Huxtable from Pixabay Often people find baby birds alone in the spring and summer and think they're in danger. Most the time, they're OK, and "rescuing" them can put them in danger. If you find young birds that appear to be abandoned, there's now a guide to help you know what to … Continue reading If you find a baby bird, what should you do? Here’s a helpful guide.
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