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Our blog shares Faces of the Northwest, interviews with creative Northwest business owners, Northwest Moments, and photos of some of our favorite places in the Northwest.

Photo of the Week: The Blue Bridge

Photo of the Week: The Blue Bridge

Known as the “Blue Bridge” in the Tri-Cities area of southern Washington, this beautiful bridge spans the Columbia River between Pasco and Kennewick. Formally named the Pioneer Memorial Bridge, the name “blue” bridge is easier to remember. But colors don’t matter when competing with mother nature’s sunset show. The graceful… Read More

Navidi’s Olive Oils & Vinegars

In a perfect world, we would all be able to walk into a store and taste test everything before we purchased. You can do just that when you visit Navidi’s Oils and Vinegars in Camas.  Their store offers you the chance to taste every olive oil and every balsamic vinegar… Read More

Photo of the Week: Mount Hood Sunrise

Photo of the Week: Mount Hood Sunrise

This stunning scene is for those that venture out at daybreak along the Columbia River. The sun rises dramatically behind Mt. Hood as you look east from the Portland/Vancouver area. There are many piers on which local wild birds may join you for the show. Atop many perches up and… Read More

Hiking Baskett Slough

Hiking Baskett Slough

Up into the hills of the mid-Willamette Valley’s wine country there is a surprising National Wildlife Refuge that is devoted primarily to birds and butterflies.

Frisbee Golf at Dabney State Park

Frisbee Golf at Dabney State Park

Get outside and take a walk through a park as you fling a frisbee along the course at the Dabney State Recreation Area near Troutdale, Oregon. On the scenic yet un-manicured course, you hike through the woods and fields following signs that direct you towards 18 holes of frisbee golf…. Read More

Ghosts are Walking This Halloween

Ghosts abound if you are seeking them this Halloween. There are a good variety of ghostly events happening around the Northwest to get you in the mood this Halloween… Whether you are looking for a family-friendly event, a ghostly walking tour, a zombie crawl, or a witchy tea party, you’ll… Read More