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Gone winter rockhounding in Washington state? You can find agates, fossils, gemstones
Popular rockhounding areas along the Columbia Basin in Washington are hot spots for agates and fossils. The gemstone Carnelian is considered an agate. Courtesy WA Department of Natural Resources ...
Seattle Times6mon
Where to snow camp in Washington this winter
The camp is equipped with heated restrooms, winter water usage and a playground. Head to Washington’s southeastern corner to visit Fields Spring State Park in the Blue Mountains. It’s open ...
MyNorthwest.com5mon
Plan ahead: Washington State Ferries’ winter sailing schedule starts Sunday
Beginning Sunday, December 29, the winter sailing schedule will officially start on all ten routes with the Washington State Ferries (WSF) system. Annually, WSF switches from the busy summer ...
The Olympian6mon
It’s a La Niña winter – or is it? Why there’s uncertainty and how it will affect WA weather
NOAA released its 2024-2025 winter outlook in Oct., showing below average temperatures in Washington state. Courtesy of NOAA NOAA breaks its forecasts into three categories for each area ...
The Bellingham Herald5mon
Why does it seem like everyone’s getting sick? Look out for these 6 winter illnesses in WA
These illnesses are on the rise in Washington state this winter. Getty Images It’s called feeling under the weather for a reason. Winter often brings a spike in illnesses, and Washington state ...
Newsweek7mon
Winter Storm Warnings For Five States As Heavy Snow To Hit on Election Day
Winter storm warnings are in place as snow ... warning that whiteout conditions and wind gusts of up to 80 mph are expected. In Washington state, heavy snow warnings are in place across areas ...