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Ruston kayak

The best kayaking spots in Tacoma and the South Sound

By Alex Balansay on Jun. 28, 2018

Sunny days in the Pacific Northwest are best spent with a sea breeze on your face and a paddle in your hands. With miles of waterfront that stretch from Titlow Beach in the south to Dash Point Park in…

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Sesqualitchew Creek Trail in DuPont

Minimum effort, maximum views: The easy and scenic trails of DuPont, Lakewood and University Place

By Matt Wakefield on Mar. 16, 2018

Mount Rainier is the pinnacle of hiking in the South Puget Sound, and while it’s well worth the time, effort and money to go there, there are alternatives for a family-friendly walk with stunning…

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Sheep Lake in Mount Rainier National Park

The leaves, they are a-changin'...

By Matt Wakefield on Aug. 17, 2017

…or they will be soon. Washington might be The Evergreen State, but despite the forests filled with firs and pines, thankfully there are some places where the leaves do change color with the seasons…

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Weekend events blog June 9 to June 11

Top 5 weekend events in Tacoma and the South Sound

By Calista Klein on Jun. 09, 2017

Happy Friday, Pierce County! Still looking for something to do this weekend? Here are my top 5 picks for weekend events happening around the South Puget Sound. There's a lot going on, so I was hard…

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Purple Shore Crab

South Puget Sound beach experiences let you get squirted, slimed, stuck and surprised

By Visit Tacoma Pierce County on Jun. 05, 2017

The following is a guest post by Jennifer Beard, the d evelopment associate for Harbor WildWatch, which is a 501(c)(3) non-profit environmental education organization based in Gig Harbor, Wash. A…

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A bison mother and calf kiss at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park in May 2017

Baby animal season has officially begun in the South Puget Sound

By Matt Wakefield on May 25, 2017

For your daily dose of "D'awwww!" we have the kickoff to baby animal season in the South Puget Sound. This week has seen back-to-back birth announcements from some very diverse and photogenic species…

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Mother's Day weekend events 2017

5 weekend events celebrating Mother's Day in Tacoma

By Calista Klein on May 12, 2017

Mother's Day weekend is here, and if you're celebrating in Pierce County, there are plenty of events and activities happening around the region…

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Classic Car Mt. Rainier Dog

Dog-friendly hikes in Pierce County

By Lisa Barker on May 05, 2017

Hiking with your dog can be a fun experience for both you and your furry friend. I adopted my dog, Cooper, over 4 years ago. We love going on adventures and especially hiking. He's a little dog but…

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Schooner Zodiac

Schooner Zodiac docking at Foss Waterway Seaport this week

By Matt Wakefield on Apr. 10, 2017

As the tallest ship that’s been invited to a festival that celebrates tall ships, the Schooner Zodiac is an impressive historic vessel to behold. Measuring 160 feet long and 127 feet tall with…

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The Home Course in DuPont, Washington

Spring time is green time in the South Puget Sound

By Matt Wakefield on Feb. 28, 2017

Maybe it doesn't feel like spring yet, but the calendar assures us it's only 20 days away. Green is the color of spring, and the greenery in the South Puget Sound includes the kind you tee off from…

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