Rainier, WA - August 3 - present

We have reconnected with a dear friend, and are parked on her property in Rainier WA. We are using it as a home-base as we explore Mount Rainier and the area. 
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View of Mount Rainier from the road.
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Jazz night in downtown Yelm.

Mount Rainier National Park, WA - August 8 - 11

- Nisqually entrance - Christine Falls and Narada Falls - 
- Paradise - 
- Skyline Trail in Paradise - Our hike started with blue skies, it ended with us covered in clouds and rain, with little visibility. We saw 2 bear, 2 mountain goats, 3 marmots, and several deer. One of our favorite hikes! - 
- Bench and Snow Lake Trail - 

Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman, WA - August 16

 With the sun shining brightly, the gorgeous, clear, and cool water was inviting and we all went for a swim.

Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, WA - August 18 - 20

Our first time dispersed camping on public land. They had designated spots which made for the perfect first experience.

Mount Rainier National Park, WA - August 18 - 22

On this visit we explored Ohanapecosh, the popular Sunrise area, and the less visited Northwest area:
​Carbon River and Mowich Lake. 
- Silver Falls Trail (Ohanapecosh) - 
- Sunrise at Sunrise - 
- Sourdough Ridge to Frozen Lake to Mount Freemont Lookout to Shadow Lake (Sunrise) -
​As the day went on visibility got poorer and poorer due to smoke from wild fires in North Cascade National Park. 
- Rain Forest Loop to West Boundary Trail (Carbon) - 
- Sunset at our second Dispersed Camping spot (Carbon) - 
- Spray Park Trail (Mowich) - 

Downtown Olympia, WA - August 27

We enjoyed a seafood meal by the water with our dear friends!

Westport Winery Garden Resort, WA - August 30 - 31

There is always something special about being at the beach. Graham had fun surfing, and I had fun being a mermaid! The resort property was very impressive with gorgeous gardens and art installments. The Mermaid Museum, which we enjoyed very much, is also on the property. (Harvest Host)