I wrote a getaway piece for the latest issue of Northwest Travel & Life about one of my new favorite Northwest cities – Olympia. Click here to read the pdf version.

I wrote a getaway piece for the latest issue of Northwest Travel & Life about one of my new favorite Northwest cities – Olympia. Click here to read the pdf version.

Looking for some easy access outdoor exercise this winter? Click here to watch my latest Afternoon Live segment for some recommendations.

My first story for AAA Journey Magazine details my favorite fall hikes on the Oregon Coast. Click here to read it.

I returned to Afternoon Live last week to finish giving Tra’ the Happy Camper Quiz. Click here for the segment landing page.

My first field segment as an outdoor adventure expert for Afternoon Live covered kayaking. In Part 1, I talk about my favorite spots to go paddling in the Portland area. In Part 2, we get in the water for an introductory overview of how to get started kayaking.


Last week on Afternoon Live, I tested Tra’s wilderness knowledge with a “Happy Camper” quiz, and my mom made a guest appearance! Click here to watch the results 🙂

If you enjoy the great outdoors, the Bellevue and Kirkland areas have a lot to offer. My latest for Northwest Travel & Life Magazine gives you a primer. Click here for the online version.

The Eagle Creek Fire forever changed the way that we will experience the Gorge. And certainly the way we hike it. This week on Afternoon Live I listed my favorite Gorge hikes that are currently open, as well as when you might be able to visit some of your other favorites. Click here for the segment landing page with video.


There’s a ton of great hiking to be done up and down the Oregon Coast. My latest for 1859 discusses a few outstanding outings that you might not have stumbled upon just yet. On newsstands now or click here to read the online version.
