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Frenchman's Cove
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Most Unusual Hut at Frenchman’s Cove

Legend has it that an outlaw called Dirty Thompson is responsible for building Stump House. It looks more like Bilbo Baggins abode.

Steve Weileman July 10, 2019
Lake Sylvia Falls
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Looking a Little Closer at Lake Sylvia

A visit to Lake Sylvia State Park and finding it’s unique waterfall is a good reminder that you don’t always need to travel great distances to find natural wonder and beauty.

Steve Weileman May 26, 2019
Port Gamble Fire Station
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How Did Port Gamble Stay Off The Radar?

Looking for a new adventure? Try taking a right instead of left sometime. In our case, we found a close, quaint little community that for practical purposes have been doing their best to hide from us.

Steve Weileman May 14, 2019
Sunset over Mayfield Lake
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Exploring Mayfield Lake and Surrounding Valley

We’ve driven over this picturesque lake many times on our way to Mt. St. Helens but never really considered pulling off and exploring its shoreline. Big mistake!

Steve Weileman April 27, 2019
Beaver Falls
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A Little Known Gem Called Lyre River

All park programs have been canceled, including guided snowshoe walks at Hurricane Ridge. Hurricane Ridge Road will remain closed to vehicles until the lapse of appropriations is resolved.

Steve Weileman February 15, 2019
Point Wilson Lighthouse
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Gales Rip through Point Wilson

It sounded like our camp was going to come apart; the good news was at least I didn’t have to worry with snapping my mooring.

Steve Weileman February 1, 2019
Jayhawk 60
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Surviving Winter in Grayland

The weekend had been nothing if not chaotic; both in wind and rain. Still the last thing I expected was to see a surfer getting rescued by a USCG swimmer.

Steve Weileman January 19, 2019
Wild China
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Wild China – Exploring a Different and Enchanting Land

Along the way, I managed to cross the highest mountain pass I’ve ever been on, view the highest mountain I’ve ever seen, immerse myself in the cuisine and culture of ancient peoples, and gain a new and renewed appreciation for this home of ours which is, of course, my favorite planet

Brad Miller January 13, 2019
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Big Fish in a Little Stream

Anyone who lives in the Pacific Northwest is familiar with the migration of the different species of Salmon. What did surprise me recently was the the size of the water these amazing fish are willing to attempt swimming up to breed. My childhood handmade sailboat wouldn’t float in the amount of water we’re talking here?

Steve Weileman December 17, 2018