The Seattle Olmsted 50 and 70 routes run from the Ballard Locks to the Rainier Beach Playground and onward via West Seattle, Downtown and Discovery Park back to the Locks. The two trails pass through myriad Olmsted Parks and Boulevards. There are twelve 6-mile (10k) sections, each with maps, turn-by-turn directions, and a gpx file. Each of the 12 sections now includes a Loop Option which follow the standard directions until circling back to the start via a novel, shorter route. The 75 mile (120 km) urban trail joins a national network of other large city trails designed for urban walkers.

A strenuous city hike of Seattle's parks and view points, ~20 miles and ~1,500 feet of elevation gain.

The Central Library in downtown Seattle has unique architecture with many photography opportunities and space for meetings and events including the Microsoft Auditorium.

Located in the Columbia City Landmark District and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this neighborhood branch of the Seattle Public Library System offers meeting space to the public as well as views of Columbia Park.

A neighborhood branch of the Seattle Public Library System that offers meeting space to the community.

One of the most heavily used branches in the library system, this facility has a large children's area with family friendly seating.

Enjoy a walk along the the Elliott Bay Trail, the Seattle waterfront, and downtown Seattle taking in some of the many attractions including the Seattle Great Wheel, Seattle Aquarium, and Olympic Sculpture Park. Or sea kayak in Elliot Bay and paddle through the underground tunnel through the Seattle Sea Wall enjoying beautiful views of Seattle's waterfront, the Seattle Port, and ferries.

Walk Seattle and discover the many lively libraries the city offers along with many other hidden gems.

A series of 5-10 mile one-way urban walking routes that visit all of Seattle's 89 P-Patch community gardens, a few incidental community gardens, and one urban farm.

Second Beach is an easy, 4 mile backpack trip with 350 ft in elevation gain. You can go on nice walks further down the beaches from the campsites.

Second Mother Mountain is a scramble of 8 miles with 3,000 feet of gain.

Sail with skipper Stephanie Arnold aboard her Columbia 26, "Second Wind," out of Tacoma Yacht Club. Tiller steering

Hike in the famous Red Rocks of Sedona, AZ and in the mountains of surrounding National Forests. Hikes vary from easy-going trails along streams to more demanding mountain treks. Red Rock monoliths draw the attention near town, while the over 12,000' elevation San Francisco Mountains call to the north. Grand Canyon National Park is also under two hours north of Sedona and makes for a great day trip.

Enjoy birding, photography and hiking year-round, especially in winter. Expect to see loons, waterfowl, oystercatchers, passerines, bald eagles and more.

Hike along the railroad grade of the historic DuPont dynamite train on a trail with historic markers that highlight the activities of Native American and early settlers in the area. Then climb from the beach to Wilkes Observatory and DuPont Bluff with views of Puget Sound and the Nisqually Wildlife Refuge. A visit to Edmond Marsh is a good addition to a trip here.

Home to one of the largest lavender events in North America, enjoy a walking tour amongst the seven farms and the fantastic street fair in downtown Sequim.

A great place to sea kayak when strong southerly winds in Puget Sound preclude other locations. It's also a good place to view winter waterfowl. Enjoy side trips into scenic Paradise Cove and The Lagoon.

Sail with Skipper Darryl Birtwistle on his Hunter 33.5 "Serenity" out of Shilshole Bay Marina, Slip N-30.

A moderate winter scramble in weather-protected area near Blewett Pass. It's 7 miles round trip and 2,400 feet of elevation gain.

Hike 3 miles round trip with 500 feet elevation gain along Sesqualitchew Creek from Dupont City Hall to Puget Sound, passing through a tunnel enroute.