North West Magazine

16/06/2023

The discovery offers a new understanding of how cougar populations may be connected.

The discovery offers a new understanding of how cougar populations may be connected

16/06/2023

As fires in Canada continue to rage, the U.S. Forest Service has dispatched firefighters to combat the flames. When local crews aren’t actively fighting fires in the Pacific Northwest, they’re often sent elsewhere to help. We check in with the U.S. Forest Service on how they’re preparing for the summer fire season in the Pacific Northwest and what their work looks like elsewhere.

When firefighters aren't actively fighting fires in the Pacific Northwest, they're often dispatched elsewhere to help.

16/06/2023

From the coast to the desert and rainforests, the small towns in the Pacific Northwest come alive and are the happiest places during summer. From the tallest mountains in the contiguous US to the endless, ruggedly beautiful coastline and soft-sanded beaches, you are guaranteed a glorious summer full of adventures, relaxing pleasures, and expansive views. Hence, attain your own sunny vibes in one of the small towns scattered throughout the immense region in Washington or Oregon, and enjoy easy access from big cities.

From the coast to the desert and rainforests, the small towns in the Pacific Northwest come alive and are the happiest places during summer.

16/06/2023

Algae blooms increase snowmelt in the Pacific Northwest by 20%

Algae that commonly grow on snow in the Pacific Northwest have been ignored in melt models, but their presence significantly increases snowmelt compared with clean, white snow, according to a study conducted on Mount Baker in the North Cascades, Washington.

17/11/2022

Astronomers say the celestial event could bring up to 200 shooting stars per hour, making it the top meteor shower of 2022, and cloud-free weather is forecast for more than half of the country.

November’s best meteor shower is about to culminate in a two-night event and experts say a brief but intense outburst is possible Friday night.

06/10/2022

The Pacific Northwest is one of the most stunning regions in America. Enjoy this 4K Travel Guide across the Pacific Northwest's most scenic places. From the Oregon Coast, to Glacier National Park, the Pacific Northwest has so many hidden treasures waiting to be explored. Where is your favorite place in the PNW?

Credit: Ryan Shirley

The Pacific Northwest is one of the most stunning regions in America. Enjoy this 4K Travel Guide across the Pacific Northwest's most scenic places. From the ...

16/09/2022

Let’s take a quick trip to Whidbey Island, a short ferry ride from a Seattle suburb and a world away from the busy city. Highlights include idyllic kayaking, beach walks, incredible restaurants and a magical stay in a treehouse.

Let’s take a quick trip to Whidbey Island, a short ferry ride from a Seattle suburb and a world away from the busy city.

23/08/2022

In a ranking of the top 2,500 universities in the world, the University of Washington has placed 17th, according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities.

In a ranking of the top 2,500 universities in the world, the University of Washington is listed, according to the Academic Ranking of World Universities.

02/08/2022

The beef from the burgers, however, comes from the chef’s ranch in Walla Walla, called Thiessen Ranch, where he finishes the beef with grain — including spent barley from the worts used to make the beer at Crossbuck Brewing — after having grown up eating grass.

Walla Walla Steak Co., with a connected taproom for Crossbuck Brewing, recently opened its second location in Woodinville’s historic Schoolhouse No 23., part of Woodinville’s Schoolhouse District.

Walla Walla Steak Co. and Crossbuck Brewing are open in Woodinville’s Schoolhouse District

07/06/2022

Many people think a motorcycle ride’s appeal is the scenery. But they’ve got it all wrong; while a view isn’t bad, what draws riders to Northwest highways and byways are the sensory pleasures.

Whether farmland or mountains. Just feeling the moisture or heat, the scents, a heavy warm Eastern Washington breeze or salt-infused coastal gusts off the Washington Coast.

Here are five Northwest rides from a bona fide expert.

Here are five Northwest rides with tips from a bona fide expert.

27/05/2022

If you want a Manhattan and a slice of banana bourbon cream pie at 10 p.m. on a week night, then belly up to Pie Dive Bar in downtown Snohomish.

Open a dive bar, but make it a late night pie bakery.

06/05/2022

It's asparagus season in the Yakima Valley, and the options are delicious!

Some people love asparagus, others hate it. Sure, you could cook it yourself in one of several ways, but there’s plenty of Yakima Valley spots that feature asparagus on their

26/04/2022

Advice For Hiring the Right DUI Defense Attorney From One of Washington’s Best: Robert Ault of Veitch Ault & Associates

Robert Ault of Veitch Ault & Associates, a Washington DUI defense law firm, gives advice for hiring the right DUI defense attorney.

14/04/2022

The Washington State Wine Commission’s (WSWC) annual production report for 2021 shows last years’ grape harvest was impacted by record-breaking heat, resulting in low yields of high quality fruit.

13/04/2022

The Northwest’s freshwater mussels are in trouble, rapidly declining in almost every population biologists study.

Almost every population of Northwest freshwater mussels is declining. Researchers hope to figure out what’s going on so they can save these keystone species.

13/04/2022

A drive through America's Pacific Northwest is one of the most scenic, bucket-list trips one can take - and this is your itinerary.

13/04/2022

Cascadia bullet train on track for big bucks to get rolling but uncertainty remains

For more than five years, Washington state, Oregon and British Columbia have collaborated on studies of a possible Cascadia bullet train to run between Portland, Seattle and Vancouver, Canada. This winter, the Washington Legislature approved money for yet more studies. But state lawmakers also set a...

13/04/2022

From field to loaf, Washington State University’s Breadlab aims to transform all aspects of the grain economy.

13/04/2022

This one-of-a-kind artist's home is also one of the least expensive homes on the market

For nearly 30 years, the property in Seattle's Columbia City neighborhood has been home...

09/03/2022

Starting a garden might seem like a lot of complicated work, but it’s actually a little easier than you think.

08/02/2022

The Pacific Northwest really heats up in the winter.

When it gets cold, everyone you know probably heads somewhere warm. Florida, Mexico, the Caribbean, you name it—if it’s warm and has a beach, people are flocking there. But may I propose the Pacific Northwest (or “PNW” for those in the know) to you instead?

The Pacific Northwest really heats up in the winter.

03/02/2022

From alpine and cross-country skiing to snowboarding and short track, several athletes from Oregon and Washington will go for the gold in Beijing.

29/12/2021

As Old Man Winter continues lobbing heavy snowballs at Seattle, Washington, and Portland, Oregon, a frigid blast of cold air is set to rush into the Pacific Northwest this week, making for the region's coldest New Year's Eve in years, AccuWeather experts say.

The train of wintry storms that took aim at the Northwest prior to Christmas will continue to pass through the region and deliver more snow right through the start of 2022.

06/10/2021

Readers' Choice Awards 2021

Top 15 Hotels in The Pacific Northwest

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in the Pacific Northwest. Designers and building buffs love the Thompson chain’s focus on architectural details, and its Seattle location, debuted in 2016, doesn’t disappoint. With an angular glass exterior by local firm Olson Kundig and modern-...

06/10/2021

While teriyaki, oysters and salmon dominate the national conversation about Seattle’s signature dishes, only one food truly demonstrates the realities of living in Western Washington in its every element: chanterelle mushrooms.

Only one food truly demonstrates the realities of living in Western Washington in its...

06/10/2021

Destinations that highlight pop culture history and immigrants' experiences in the U.S.

Planning a trip to Seattle? Discover why we recommend adding the Museum of Pop Culture, Wing Luke Museum and the National Nordic Museum to your itinerary.

06/10/2021

Last Saturday marked the opening of three new Link light rail stations. With this latest extension, North Seattle now has access to the region’s slowly expanding light rail system. Great for commuters, but also of value to beer tourists.

With more Link light rail stations now open across the city, we take a touring the Seattle beer scene via rail transit.

21/09/2021

The 41st season of Survivor kicks off Wednesday at 8 p.m. and this season features a contestant from Lynnwood.

Ricard Foyé, a 31-year-old flight attendant from Lynnwood, joins the cast for a season that was supposed to premiere in 2020 but was delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The 41st season of Survivor kicks off Wednesday at 8 p.m. and this season features a contestant from Lynnwood.