From picturesque wine valleys to family-friendly water activities, here are the top things to do near Lake Chelan, Washington: Puget Sound isn’t the only popular lake in the Pacific Northwest. Located between north-central and northwest Washington, Lake Chelan stretches 55 …
An ice boat has four basic parts—the hull, the runner plank, three skates (or runners), and a sail. Ice boats can reach speeds of more than 140 miles per hour. There are two methods of boating: sailing downwind or going …
It’s no surprise that Northern residents and visitors flock to their frozen lakes to go ice fishing. A beginner-friendly sport, ice fishing makes for a fun family outing. Plus, it’s true that fish caught from frozen lakes taste better due …
Photography courtesy of Wintergreen Dogsled Lodge Gliding in near silence across a snow-covered frozen lake, the frosty air sharpening your senses, you feel something happening. Something wonderful. You’ve started picking up the moods of the dogs pulling your sled – …
Colossal ice towers, multi-colored sculptures, playful tunnels, and invigorating sleigh rides—most of us have only seen these views through the lens of a snow globe. But did you know you could experience this stunning winter wonderland in person? Five U.S. …
Contributing Author: Lauren Chandler Remember the days of the ice bucket challenge back in 2015? Celebrities, athletes, and CEOs dumped ice on themselves in increasingly creative ways to promote awareness of the disease ALS. The challenge took over social media, …
So far in our vacation destination series, we have covered the best lakes for relaxation, outdoor enthusiasts, and shopaholics. But now, as sunny rays give way to snowflake days, it’s time to talk about the best winter lake vacation destinations. …
Previously in our lake vacation destinations series, we detailed the best lakes for relaxation and for outdoor enthusiasts. Now you know which lakes to visit if you want to kick your feet up and soak in the scenery or if …
The Puget Sound AVA (American Viticultural Area) yields only one percent of all grapes grown in Washington, so what’s the draw of visiting wineries near this unique body of water? As the only grape-growing region in western Washington, the Puget …
One of the greatest joys of summer at the lake is grilling delicious recipes in the backyard. While hardwood coal and gas grills are reliable and consistent heat sources, they’re not the secret to flavorful meats. Emma, an experienced home …
