Today Is Your Day

 How have you been spending you days recently?  Jesse Tam, many of us are trying to get the most outdoors while the short warm weather and sunny days are here.  The weather in the pacific northwest is great for farmer's markets, bike riding along the trails, hikes to the nearby national parks and local trails within a short drive.  So let's take advantage of the season before the cloudy skies appear and rain returns. 

Get moving and do something close to your neighbor or local park and take a stroll and explore your surroundings. It's a time to enjoy the nice weather or find a hobby.

Today is Your day!  Your mountain is waiting.  so...

Get on your way!  

Dr Seuss

Raging Sounds of the Falls

Early spring after a stormy rainfall, Snoqualmie Falls showing the roaring sounds over a misty spray as you stroll along the viewing deck and walkways.  Jesse Tam, always different when you visit the falls and refreshing to see the surround mountains, waterfall, trails to explore and relax for a short drive from the busy city. 

The view changes even when you seen the falls millions of times...with beautiful sights of rainbow, sounds of raging water, droplets of sprays after a heavy winter storm or calmer days during the dry month.  A splendid time to hike to the lower falls with a nice groomed trail about 1 to 1.5 miles.  Wear comfortable shoes, bring a small backpack and learn about the forest growth, trees and water hydro.

Discover Our National Parks

Mark your calendars and plan your next trip to Mount Rainier or the Olympic Mountain from free national park entrance date on September 22. Jesse Tam, discover Mt Rainier a short drive from greater Seattle or head north along I-5 to the Olympic Mountains. There are more than 400 parks available to everyone to enjoy the outdoors, lakes, trails, wildlife, plants and more.  The 2018 dates for fee free entry to the national park.  Fall is a great month to view the changing landscapes of the region and fewer crowds.

• January 15: Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
• April 21: First day of National Park Week
• September 22: National Public Lands Day
• November 11: Veterans Day

https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/fee-free-parks.htm

The greater Seattle/Puget Sound region is a short day drive from Mount Rainier or extend your visit with nearby lodging and explore a few of the beautiful lakes and trails.  Always check conditions and pack according for changes in climate and higher elevations from sunny warm day temperatures to cooler weather. There are discounted passes for senior citizens, military members, families of fourth-grade studens and disable citizens.

Thanks for reading, explore the outdoors and nature Jesse.Tam  https://jesset28.blogspot.com/

Thinking About A Visit to Seattle?

Thinking about visiting Seattle, Jesse Tam.  The long lists of places to discover is west coast city of Seattle with downtown skylines filled with tall buildings, cranes and the Space Needle.  Spring is the beginning of cruise ships in our region with several ports ready for the tourists to arrive as they begin the week long journey to Alaska.  The cruise season begins around early April to October creating additional passengers arriving and departing at Seattle Tacoma International Airport.

Spend the weekend with a pre or post day to explore the waterfront, Pike Place market, International District or tour Boeing.  There are things for the whole family with parks, ride the Big Wheel on the waterfront, walk or bike along  Alki Beach.  There are more activities for those interested in the arts and musical performances.

The light rail link from the airport will take you to downtown Seattle and a quick ride to the University district and University of Washington.  Rent a canoe at the boathouse for a few hours when the weather permits and see Lake Washington.   Jesse   spend time to explore the outdoors.