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2016
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“In every walk with Nature one receives far more than he seeks.” ― John Muir This is a small section of the Lacamas Heritage Trail in Camas, it's easily one of our favorite spots to walk, or run, with Nature. In fact, we think it's about time to lace up the running shoes again. Happy...
04/28/2016
Nothing says “Pacific Northwest” like fresh-caught seafood and microbrews, and now the two best are available in one venue in Ridgefield. We have been huge fans of Pacific Northwest Best Fish Co. since they opened in 2001. Originally a small seafood counter located in an improbably rural area, ...
04/27/2016
Perhaps it's Time to Chase a Waterfall at this Washougal River Home.This is one waterfall you won't want to miss. This is one ViewHome™ you won't want to miss. Zen, magical, and magnificent are all words visitors use to describe this incredible property. We believe it's a one-of-a-kind retreat.A ...
04/26/2016
One of the many advantages of living in the Pacific Northwest is the opportunity to see wildlife throughout the region. We are especially fortunate to have two of the largest wildlife refuges right here in Clark County – Ridgefield and Steigerwald Lake in Washougal. Both are managed by the U.S. ...
04/25/2016
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Nature's Beauty - Dogwood Trees Remind Me...This time of year, the Dogwood trees provide a splash of white or pink against the dark evergreens. We see them in wooded areas along our gorgeous trails, lining streets, and in yards throughout the many neighborhoods of Clark County.Since our home is l...
04/24/2016
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Spring Farming - It's Time to Sow the Seeds We laughed the other day while remembering the year we sent energy saving post cards to a waterfront neighborhood in our market. Sadly, we did very little research about the demographics of the area, but assumed everyone was interested in living a “gre...
04/22/2016
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Nature As Neighbors - GratitudeThis week on Friday, April 22nd, we celebrate the 46th annual Earth Day. Started by local Camas resident Denis Hayes back in 1972, it has become an international movement that has raised our collective environmental consciousness. Coincidentally, while sitting here...
04/18/2016
Family Day at our Home in CamasWe are having great weather this weekend in the Pacific Northwest, and Clark County is no exception. Yesterday was simply lovely and today promises more sunshine with temperatures near 80 degrees. At our multi-gen home in Camas, Sunday's are family day and we usuall...
04/17/2016
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This is one of the views we're enjoying outside our windows this morning. The forecast is calling for sunshine and warm temperatures this weekend. Needless to say, we're feeling "in the pink" today in Camas, Washington. Wishing you the same.
04/16/2016
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The Camas Lily Fields - A Stunning View in Spring"Timing is everything" is an expression that certainly applies to viewing the blossoming Camas lily field in Lacamas Lake Regional Park. They are in their prime late April through May, when they explode into hues from pale lilac to deep purple. If...
04/13/2016