As a child growing up in suburban Minneapolis, I loved Fridays. Not just because it was the end of the school week, but it meant Saturday...

As our food culture has evolved to include an overabundance of processed dinners and fast food, there’s an equal force that pulls some of...

We live in a beautiful spot. We can choose the noise of traffic at night from our city dwelling, or we can strike out and find a quiet,...

There is something about the sound of rushing water that soothes us to our core. A beachfront oasis next to the ocean, the waves subtly...

There is no doubt that a trip through the vast expanses of Africa is the trip of a lifetime. The exception is my wife, who returned for a...

Early settlers describe the Kootenai River Valley as a maze of swamps, flooded forests and swarms of mosquitos. But the area is home to a...

The Pacific Northwest is filled with awesome places to visit, and there is no better time for a road trip this summer. Whether it is...

Water is available in the Pacific and Inland Northwest in abundance. It’s a matter of minutes away, sometimes a matter of steps to the...

It’s summer, and that means vacation time for most couples and families. While some travel across the country visiting big cities for...

Napa and Sonoma Valleys are usually top of mind when it comes to touring wine country, and why not? For decades, these California valleys...

Ahh, sunshine, warmer temperatures and more hours of daylight – summer is here! This is the time of year when all of us high-country...

Camping Gear What to bring camping really depends upon how long and how far out you’re going. If you’re spending the night at a drive-up...

The sun is out and the water beckons us. No matter what your age, there is something for everyone to enjoy. From stand-up paddleboarding...

We’re two hours out of Anacortes, cruising along the rugged rocky shore of San Juan Island. I’m relaxing on the deck—lulled by the warm...

The Canadian city of Vancouver has always held a special place in my heart. First of all, it’s the only municipality that requires a last...

Hiking is good for your brain. The fresh air, the scenery nature provides and the exercise relaxes us in ways not easily obtained...

If you are looking to plan a unique experience, either for travel or for your wedding day, why not look to the countless opportunities we...

The Pacific Northwest is invariably known for its majestic mountainous terrain and coastal beauty. The Cascade Mountains extend along the...

Cowboys, college kids, the ultra-wealthy, and the family caravan – all characters you’re likely to see on a visit to Bozeman. Originally...

America is a land of contrasting features; it’s what makes it beautiful. We are bordered by the world’s greatest oceans, and within our...