I'd like to go for a short hike/long walk in the woods or other wild place within a 90-minute drive of Seattle this weekend.
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posted by lunasol
on May 3, 2013 -
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I just acquired a couple of light-duty (i.e. inappropriate for river salmon) fishing rods, I've received a primer in selecting tackle and setting everything up, I know my knots, I've got my permits and a Discover Pass, and my cooler is ready for some fresh catch. Where, within a 40 minutes' drive of Seattle, can I go catch delicious fish that I can cook and eat? Any recommendations for location-specific books or other resources geared toward an absolute beginner who is more enthusiastic about the food than the sport?
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posted by halogen
on Apr 29, 2013 -
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I'm thinking of relocating to the Pacific Northwest USA for the climate and scenery, though I've never been before. I have 4 days to visit next month, and am having trouble deciding between Portland and Seattle as a base of exploration.
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posted by iamisaid
on Sep 25, 2012 -
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What's the most scenic way to make a combined flight / drive to Jackson, Wyoming from Seattle?
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posted by bbuda
on Aug 18, 2012 -
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I have $150 to spend on my patio/deck garden in Seattle. What should I plant and how should I do it?
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posted by lunasol
on Jun 18, 2012 -
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Starting therapy... where to look? And the catch... I'm only here for the summer? Then what? More inside.
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posted by anonymous
on May 23, 2012 -
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I'm looking for a mediation/yoga retreat in the Pacific Northwest or Northern California.
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posted by lunasol
on Dec 30, 2011 -
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West Coast Road Trip! Mr. desjardins and I are flying into Seattle in early September, renting a car and driving to San Francisco. What do we do in between? We want places to stay and things to do. Amazing scenery is a priority.
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posted by desjardins
on Jul 25, 2011 -
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Day Trip Suggestions around Seattle? Info on the coast and San Juans for this weekend.
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posted by touareg
on Jun 7, 2011 -
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Is there a legal way to set up short-term (1-2 months) internet access without breaking the bank?
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posted by scarylarry
on Mar 29, 2011 -
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Tacoma/Seattle-Filter: Need advice for stopping in Seattle on my way back to Vancouver, BC.
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posted by gursky
on Mar 15, 2011 -
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Starting a new traveling sales job. At what hotel chain should I throw all my business to?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 7, 2011 -
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How do I entertain two Texan friends over a long weekend in cold, dreary Seattle (and vicinity)?
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posted by halogen
on Feb 4, 2011 -
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What would be a good place to have a post-wedding reception for ~100 people in or around Seattle, WA? The wedding is in Wisconsin but we want a reception for all of our coworkers back in Seattle.
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posted by kthxbi
on Jan 3, 2011 -
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What is the fastest and least expensive way to get from Seattle to a beach with reasonable surf (at least 3')?
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posted by b1tr0t
on Aug 28, 2010 -
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What's the best way to get from New York to Seattle without losing too much money (or my life) and possibly getting a great experience too?
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posted by divabat
on Jul 29, 2010 -
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I got a parking ticket in Seattle, and I'm going to write a written mitigation statement. What should I say?
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posted by grouse
on Jun 26, 2010 -
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My husband and I are moving from Ann Arbor, Michigan to Washington State in July, and we were hoping for some advice on where specifically to move. It feels like we have so many options that it's hard to know where to start!
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posted by shirobara
on Jun 3, 2010 -
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We're going to spend a week in Washington! What are some good sights to see in the Bellingham area? We'll also drive to Seattle at least once during the vacation. We don't know anything about the area!
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posted by The Winsome Parker Lewis
on May 10, 2010 -
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Are there any reasonable hikes on Mount Rainier this time of year? And if not, what's the next best option?
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posted by zvs
on Mar 4, 2010 -
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What's a good place in or near the greater Seattle area, to park and photograph a car?
I'm looking for somewhere which is a nice area or has a nice backdrop, has space to stop a car, and which is generally fairly deserted (so that camera etc. can be set up without constantly being the path of people/cars, and pictures can be taken without having to wait for people to leave the frame, etc). To make things harder, this would most convenient during the day on a weekend, but if a good place is most empty during office hours (or whatever), it might be worth the inconvenience.
posted by -harlequin-
on Sep 2, 2009 -
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Property Tax filter: In August I bought a house in King County WA. The county's assessment of the property is very high. I would like to appeal for a review of the assessment. The desired result is a lower tax bill. I would be grateful for any strategy or advice.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 1, 2009 -
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Seattle region filter: We are new residents of Seattle, from New Jersey, enjoying our exploration of this wonderful city. We are house-hunting and have narrowed down our choice of neighborhoods.
Any opinions or advice?
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posted by valannc
on Jun 30, 2009 -
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We are house-hunting in the Seattle area. Looking at property with water views. Willing to pay the higher price that comes with a view. But I'm reading some horror stories about how a neighbor will build a tower in front of your view, or neighbors who refuse to trim their tall shrubs. And then your view is obscured and your property value drops.
How do I research this? How can I know if the viewshed is protected or not? What sort of monitoring would I need to do over the years?
I will ask my realtor to research it, but I'd like to hear from people with experience with this issue.
posted by valannc
on Jun 3, 2009 -
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I need recommendations for a career coach or career counselor in the Seattle area. I'm in my mid-40s, just got laid off for the 5th time throughout my 13 years in the web/tech industry, and have been thinking for a few months that I need a change, but I don't know what my next move is. I think I want more meaning in my work life instead of just going through the motions building the next widget for synergistic end to end solutions or some other corporate B.S. I don't just want a career counselor who will give me a bunch of tests and say "you should be a journalist or a librarian or whatever", I really want someone who will help me figure out how to be more fulfilled in my work life.
posted by matildaben
on May 7, 2009 -
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[Seattle filter] We just moved to the West Edge neighborhood in Seattle, near Pike Street Market. Need suggestions on where to buy stuff, services, parks, etc. We've been in Seattle for two days and we love it.
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posted by valannc
on Apr 26, 2009 -
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What plants are suitable for putting on our deck in Seattle? There's no yard/soil, so they must live in containers. The deck is quite large so I was thinking about large decorative plants like small trees or some form of bamboo. Climate-wise, we have the typical PNW weather of moist winters that only fall below freezing a few days out of the year. Also, we are completely ignorant of gardening and would rather have something that can survive with a minimum of attention.
posted by matildaben
on Nov 18, 2008 -
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I'll be driving from Los Angeles to the Seattle area in a few weeks. I don't want to endure the dreariness of I-5 all the way up, but I also don't want to spend too much time on the trip. Three days would probably be ideal; four would be acceptable. What route will provide the best balance of beauty/points of interest and expediency?
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posted by fermion
on Jul 29, 2008 -
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Seattle filter: What are the best places to eat on the "ave" in the University District?
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posted by macinchik
on Apr 10, 2008 -
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