Adjusting to Injury
by Molly Steere
Eight weeks ago, I ruptured my plantar fascia (the flat band of tissue, or ligament, which runs from the back of the heel and fans out to the toes). I had plantar fasciitis and decided to go to... Read More...
Favorite Winter Activities
This post was originally published on the Wenatchee Chamber of Commerce blog on 1/26/18 The recreational opportunities in the Wenatchee Valley are so extensive that it’s sometimes tough to decide what activi... Read More...
The Reluctant Birder
The Reluctant Birder
by Molly Steere
This article was originally posted on the Visit Wenatchee Valley blog. I have fostered an irrational fear of birds for the majority of my life. Maybe it's because I saw... Read More...
Fall Scavenger Hunt
This post was originally written for the Visit Wenatchee blog. Fall is a stunning time of year as the Wenatchee Valley erupts in colorful autumnal awesomeness! A scavenger hunt is a perfect excuse to get out... Read More...
Confessions of a Former Snake Murderer
When my husband and I moved over the pass from North Bend to Malaga, I had an established fear of snakes. In my defense, I come from a long line of snake detractors. My grandma kept strategically placed hoes th... Read More...
Slithering Fauna
Written by Timothy Hohn, pictures provided by Ian Garrison
“Snake!” someone suddenly cries. There’s a momentary paralysis among all who are nearby, now alert to a perceived danger. In the next few seconds, an ... Read More...
All in a Day’s Play
Reason #437 why I love living in Wenatchee: we can pack more play into the day. We don’t have to sit in traffic or drive for hours to experience the very best of the outdoors. Regardless of the season, unlimite... Read More...
The Seasons of Saddle Rock
I don't remember the very first time I hiked Saddle Rock. What I do know is that I hiked it very soon after we moved to the Wenatchee area twelve years ago and it quickly became symbolic of my new home. The roc... Read More...
Flowers and Fairies and Gnomes, Oh My!
This post was originally written for the Wenatchee Chamber of Commerce blog. Each year, my eight-year-old son and I make a "bucket list" of things we want to do over the summer and visiting Ohme Gardens ... Read More...
River Relaxin’
It took me twelve years, but I finally experienced the requisite summer activity for this valley: I floated the river. There are a lot of floating options in the Leavenworth area and I have wanted to partak... Read More...