The Wreck of the S.S. Catala

The Wreck of the S.S. Catala

I’ve spent a lot of time in Ocean Shores, Washington, over the years…hiking around Damon Point, rock-hopping at the north jetty and exploring the Coastal Interpretive Center (which is absolutely worth seeing, if you ever get the chance). But one of the more memorable moments in my Ocean Shores experience was getting to “discover” a shipwreck as the tempestuous weather began shifting the dunes and slowly exposing its hull at

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Fort Cascades in Skamania County

Fort Cascades in Skamania County

Nestled just a stone’s throw beneath the Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River between Oregon and Washington lies an unassuming National Historic Site filled with stories worth telling. On a recent work trip to the south end of Skamania County, I stumbled upon this great heritage destination. If you’re looking to escape a bustling city without traveling too far into the void of central Washington, Skamania County is an excellent

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A well-deserved break for our heroes

One of Washington’s jewels is our state park system.  Yes, it is expensive to run, and goodness knows the political shenanigans that take place to keep it alive.  But… if you look around our state, we have some pretty awesome parks within reach of almost everyone in the state.  It is well worth the cost of an annual Discover Pass for you and your family to enjoy these gifts.  End

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