Categories for Outdoor Recreation

• Where to Cool Down on Yakima Valley Waterways

  July 17, 2023

  Float, Fish and Paddle all Around the Valley With the Yakima Valley’s reliably sunny skies come summertime highs. With warm... View Article

• Top Picks for Picnics on the Trail

  June 6, 2023

  Locals’ favorite stops for adventure, beautiful views and perfect picnics By: Shannon Mahre, Yakima Valley outdoor adventure guide and instructor*... View Article

• Locals’ Favorite Wildflower Hikes in the Yakima Valley

  April 11, 2023

  by Shannon Mahre, Outdoor Adventure Guide – photos by Shannon Mahre Imagine wildflowers lining your favorite hiking trail, and not... View Article

• Six Scenic Road Trips

  March 14, 2023

  Time for a trip for vineyard views, mountain vistas and winding waterways With warmer days on the way, it’s time... View Article

• There’s Still Time to Play in the Snow!

  December 13, 2022

  Cover Photo by Mahre Made and Girls with Grit Plan your winter adventures in the Yakima Valley While we’ve officially... View Article

• 3 Easy Hikes for Beautiful Fall Colors

  October 31, 2022

  One of the best things about the Yakima Valley is seeing the seasons shift throughout the year. In the fall,... View Article

• Your Guide to SUP in the Yakima Valley

  August 3, 2022

  Here are Some Tips to Get Started Thank you to Shannon Mahre, owner of MADE and Girls with Grit, our... View Article

• Spring Hikes and Rides with Valley Views!

  March 1, 2022

  Photo Credit Mahre Media. Check out mountain biking clinics at Mahre Made. Now’s the time to plan your spring hiking... View Article

• On the Water All Around the Valley

  September 8, 2021

  From whitewater rafting, paddle boarding and fly fishing, fall is a perfect time to enjoy waterways all around the Yakima... View Article

• Outside in the Valley – Adventure Clinics and Classes

  June 3, 2020

  Looking for a little adventure? It’s a beautiful time of year to get outside in the Yakima Valley’s wide open... View Article

• Springtime Family-Friendly Fun!

  March 11, 2020

  Bring the whole family this spring, or anytime of the year, for fun in the sun! From special kid-friendly events... View Article

• 7 Picks for Yakima Valley Winter Wonderland Fun

  January 8, 2020

  Winter in our beautiful corner of the Pacific Northwest means it’s time to get outside for adventure and fun in... View Article

• 10 Great Mountain Bike Rides Around the Yakima Valley

  September 4, 2019

  Photo Credit Mahre Media. Check out mountain biking clinics at Mahre Made. Wondering where to ride? From one end of... View Article

• Tieton Flip Flop — Only in September

  August 21, 2019

  Experience the thrill of the fastest whitewater in Washington State! For one short month every September, the Tieton River becomes... View Article

• 10 Great Day Hikes Around the Yakima Area

  July 17, 2019

  You don’t have to go far to experience the beauty of the Yakima Valley’s rugged shrub steppe landscape and surrounding... View Article

• Summer Fun for Kids!

  June 12, 2019

  School’s out for summer and the kids are looking for something fun to do. Check out these 20 family friendly... View Article