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    Alpine, Skinny or Snowshoe?
    • Dec 20, 2020
    • 6 min

    Alpine, Skinny or Snowshoe?

    The winter sports trifecta: three days, three sports! Which is better?
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    The 5 Best Day Hikes in Portland
    • Oct 16, 2020
    • 2 min

    The 5 Best Day Hikes in Portland

    Want to get out on the trail, but stay right here in Portland? Here's my short list of favorites to inspire you.
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    Rediscovering Lake of the Woods Resort
    • Aug 14, 2020
    • 2 min

    Rediscovering Lake of the Woods Resort

    Five hours south of Portland you'll find this gorgeous getaway: a high mountain, historic lake resort that sits beside one of the clearest n
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    3 Best Things to Do at Crater Lake in 2020
    • Aug 14, 2020
    • 3 min

    3 Best Things to Do at Crater Lake in 2020

    Yes, Crater Lake is really as gorgeous as everyone says. Here's how to enjoy it in 2020.
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    Hooves and Huckleberries: The Nordman Bar
    • Jul 24, 2020
    • 2 min

    Hooves and Huckleberries: The Nordman Bar

    When exploring Priest Lake, Idaho, don't just stick to the lakeside resorts and assume you've seen it all. There's more!
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    Northern Exposure: Discovering Priest Lake, Idaho
    • Jul 24, 2020
    • 2 min

    Northern Exposure: Discovering Priest Lake, Idaho

    Hop in the car and head north. No, further. Yes, further still! That's where we discovered the incredible beauty of Priest Lake, Idaho
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    Great Food with a Stunning View: What to Eat at Priest Lake
    • Jul 23, 2020
    • 3 min

    Great Food with a Stunning View: What to Eat at Priest Lake

    If you're planning a trip to Priest Lake, make sure you 1) bring your stretchy pants, and 2) make plans to dine out.
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    3 Creative Ways to Battle Your Travel Blues
    • Apr 24, 2020
    • 4 min

    3 Creative Ways to Battle Your Travel Blues

    Do you find yourself scrolling through your travel photos wistfully? You are definitely not alone. You've got the travel blues, my friend.
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    COVID-19: Nineteen Ways You Can Make a Difference Right Now
    • Apr 13, 2020
    • 4 min

    COVID-19: Nineteen Ways You Can Make a Difference Right Now

    What can we be doing to help others in this stressful and scary time? Here are 19 ways we can all make a positive impact.
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    6 Easy Ways to Squeeze the Most Out of Your Travel Budget (While You Wait to Travel Again)
    • Mar 25, 2020
    • 7 min

    6 Easy Ways to Squeeze the Most Out of Your Travel Budget (While You Wait to Travel Again)

    Are you independently wealthy? Yeah, me either. Here are the tricks I've learned, that anyone can take advantage of!
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    15 Gorgeous Destination Movies You'll Want to Watch Right Now
    • Mar 17, 2020
    • 6 min

    15 Gorgeous Destination Movies You'll Want to Watch Right Now

    This social distancing is a struggle. But what a great excuse to watch great movies! Those of us who love to travel may not be able to do so
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    The Warm Fuzzy: Here's Why (& How) I Volunteer
    • Feb 23, 2020
    • 3 min

    The Warm Fuzzy: Here's Why (& How) I Volunteer

    A wise person once said, "No one can do everything, but everyone can do something." The (super easy) causes I invest my time in and why....
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    The 5 Best Travel Accessories for Type-A Personalities
    • Dec 30, 2019
    • 5 min

    The 5 Best Travel Accessories for Type-A Personalities

    Staying organized when traveling can be extremely challenging. Here are the 5 things I always use!
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    The Best Quick Winter Hikes Near Whistler
    • Dec 23, 2019
    • 3 min

    The Best Quick Winter Hikes Near Whistler

    Another winter, another totally different experience. How is that even possible?
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    The Magic of Whistler in Winter : 12 Things You Need to Know Before You Go
    • Dec 10, 2019
    • 9 min

    The Magic of Whistler in Winter : 12 Things You Need to Know Before You Go

    Planning a winter trip to this remarkable world-class wonderland? I've got 12 tips that will help ensure you have the time of your life....
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