Story submitted by Kirsten We’ve been told that one of the best things we can do for our mental health during this season of social distancing is to get outside. But if you’re coming from a warm sunny place like San Diego or Pearl Harbor, the idea of going outside in Washington while it's so [...]
Story submitted by Kirsten Olympic National Park (ONP) is located on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington state and covers 922,700 acres. Often overshadowed by Mount Rainier National Park, ONP is home to four distinct ecosystems: Pacific coastline, alpine areas, the west side temperate rainforest and the forests of the drier east side. The park is [...]
Story submitted by Kirsten The continuation of the COVID-19 pandemic is putting a damper on many traditional fall activities in Kitsap County. Fortunately, with extra precautions, many of the farms in the area have been able to open. All the pumpkin patches listed below have been verified as opened for the 2020 autumn season, many [...]
Story submitted by Kirsten Washington state is home to three amazing national parks - Mount Rainier National Park, Olympic National Park and North Cascades National Park. Visiting national parks is a great way to have an adventure and still maintain social distance during this challenging time. Active duty military and dependents are eligible for a [...]
While Washington state continues to tighten up COVID-19 precautions, you may feel like you’re in a rut. And if you’re like me with young kids at home, you may be itching to switch up your daily routine. Looking for inspiration for new activities to engage your children? Below are some recent outings I took with [...]
While some states continue to reopen businesses and lift travel restrictions, many are experiencing a new in-flux of COVID-19 cases. Here in Washington state, face masks are required 24/7 in public. For the Navy, the latest guidelines restrict sailors, for the most part, to work and home. We've heard every command is slightly different with [...]
