by Andrea Merrill | Jun 8, 2021 | Front Page Slider, Places
In the United States, there are roughly 63 national parks and many more national forests/monuments and state parks. The National Park Service was established in 1916 and currently manages 84 million acres of public land in the US. California has the most national...
by Andrea Merrill | May 13, 2021 | Front Page Slider
Hiking with dogs is such a fun activity and a great way to tire your dog out! The Pacific Northwest is home to so many hiking trails in some truly gorgeous areas. Hiking is a great way to spend a day but there are some things to keep in mind when on the trails, as...
by Andrea Merrill | Mar 21, 2021 | Uncategorized
This post contains affiliate links to products. I may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Springtime in the Pacific Northwest is marked by many things. The days get longer, the sun starts to make an appearance, trees start to blossom, and you...
by Andrea Merrill | Mar 17, 2021 | Front Page Slider
This post contains affiliate links to products. I may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. One of the many great things about the Pacific Northwest is how easy it is to spend time outside. There are parks, lakes, rivers, mountains, the Salish...
by Andrea Merrill | Oct 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
This Saturday is Halloween, normally a day for spooky adventures, pumpkins, trick or treating, and costumes. But because of covid-19, things this year will be much milder. Wearing a face mask, social distancing, and avoiding crowded activities can make such a...
by Andrea Merrill | Oct 30, 2019 | Adventures, Animals, Dog Adventures, Dogs
This time of the year in the northwest can really only be described as wet. Autumn and winter are often plagued with overcast skies, cold weather, rain, and in some places, snow. This kind of weather can make going outside annoying, especially when your dog needs to...