Travel Scene Investigators

Yakima Valley Trolleys

Hobbette — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:49:21 +0000

CASE HISTORY: We investigated claims that the Yakima Valley Trolley was the last authentic, all-original, turn-of-the-century interurban electric railroad in the United States.

INVESTIGATION NOTES: The railroad was constructed between 1907 and 1913. Its greatest length was just over 44 miles. Presently approximately five miles of track remain, connecting the cities of Yakima and Selah, Washington. Electric [...]

Romantic Escapes for Couples in Washington state

Lisa — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 18:48:33 +0000

submitted by Lisa Russell

Beautiful surroundings and a variety of indoor and outdoor activities make Washington State a romantic destination. In central Washington, deserts and farmland host quiet retreats, like agricultural tours and wineries. The Cascade Mountains are a cooler place where adventurous couples can enjoy skiing, hiking, camping and forest activities. On the coast, cooler [...]

Things to do in Long Beach, Washington

Lisa — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 15:58:04 +0000

Long Beach Peninsula is aptly named, for at 28 miles, it is the longest natural beach in the United States.

1,000 year old western red cedars thrive on Long Island in Willapa Bay.

Beach Bikes, Mopeds & Other Businesses Head to the beach! Beach Driving Beach Safety Discovery Trail Explore on Foot Horseback Riding Long Beach Boardwalk Picnics State Parks Storm Watching Tides Outdoors Head to the beach! Birding Clamming Crabbing Farms to Visit Fishing Golfing Horseback Riding Hikes [...]

Visiting Ocean Shores, Washington Vacation

Lisa — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:33:47 +0000

Ocean Shores City Information

City of Ocean Shores 765 Pt. Brown Ave. NW PO Box 909, Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Phone: 360-289-3099 Fax: 360-289-0376.

Chamber of Commerce – Ocean Shores

Ocean Shores Chamber of Commerce PO Box 382 Ocean Shores, WA 98569 Phone: 360-289-2451 Toll-free: 1-800-76-BEACH

Ocean Shores Transportation

Bus Line in Ocean Shores

Grays Harbor Transit Phone: 360-532-2770 Toll-free: 1-800-562-9730

Ferry from Ocean Shores

The Westport-Ocean Shores Passenger Ferry [...]

Okanogan National Forest

Lisa — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:40:29 +0000

The Okanogan National Forest is a U.S. National Forest located in northern and western Okanogan County in north-central Washington State, United States. The 1,499,013-acre (2,342.2 sq mi, or 6066.3 km²) forest is bordered on the north by Canada, on the east by Colville National Forest, on the south by the divide between the Methow and [...]