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Here’s how to effectively winterize your home
The winter landscape of the Cascades is breathtaking, but the extreme weather that comes with it can damage a home that hasn’t been prepared for the harsh cold. To get ready for the lower temps, check out these tips on how to effectively ...
Why you need to be in Leavenworth in winter
A two-hour drive going east of Seattle, Leavenworth will bring you to a small town of 2,032 nestled in the Cascades. Visitors in search of a hallmark winter (lots of snow, a small village setting, and festive decor) make the extra trip here...
Don’t miss the 2021 Lake Chelan Winterfest
Lake Chelan’s Winterfest has been a major festival in the region since the 1980s. Don’t pass on this event if you want to experience a winter wonderland at scenic Lake Chelan. From wine tastings to kid-friendly rides, the activities...
Take to the slopes of Mission Ridge
Winter in Wenatchee feels incomplete without a trip to the mountains. Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort, which first opened to the public on December 11, 1966, fills this void. Avid skiers, snowboarders, and outdoor enthusiasts shouldn’t p...
Things to keep in mind when purchasing your second home
The thought of acquiring a new investment property or vacation house can truly be exciting. If you’re in a place in your life where you’re able to seriously consider buying a second home, here are some things you need to do before takin...
Flood insurance: Do you need it?
According to the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA), floods are the most common natural disaster in the United States. With the high likelihood of floods occurring, countless homeowners find themselves stuck out on a limb becau...
How to buy land in Rock Island, WA
Do you have a specific vision for your future home? If so, you’ll likely want to build, rather than buy, a house. First, however, you’ll need to find and purchase the perfect piece of land on which to build the home you’ve always want...
Your guide to exploring the Okanogan-Wenatchee national forest
Located across the Washington counties of Chelan, Kittitas, and Yakima, the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is a vast area that encompasses over four million acres of forest. Home to diverse wildlife species, this National Forest offers ...