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The blog is base camp for stories, interviews, and our long-form guides. Learn where to play in the snow. Rent gear and try a new-to-you recreation activity. Sign up for an event and meet others who love the outdoors just as much. Consider this space our virtual campfire!

Finding trails to enjoy is what inspired Outside Walla Walla. With 715 miles of trails……

Finding trails to enjoy is what inspired Outside Walla Walla. With 715 miles of trails

Before we grew our family, Steve and I knew we wanted to raise our kids……

Before we grew our family, Steve and I knew we wanted to raise our kids

What an honor to receive a few items from Kühl to review. Arriving on my……

What an honor to receive a few items from Kühl to review. Arriving on my

Rafting is a unique experience. Rivers are inherently so rejuvenating—the sound, the ripples and wave……
Rafting is a unique experience. Rivers are inherently so rejuvenating—the sound, the ripples and wave

Wine, wheat, and onions—yes, Walla Walla does all three well. Hiking, biking, birding, kayaking—turns out,……

Wine, wheat, and onions—yes, Walla Walla does all three well. Hiking, biking, birding, kayaking—turns out,

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary……

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I

……

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I

Basalt flows dating back millions of years spread far and wide; iconic Pacific Northwest rivers……

Basalt flows dating back millions of years spread far and wide; iconic Pacific Northwest rivers

Living in an area that experiences four seasons is magical. Just when you think you……

Living in an area that experiences four seasons is magical. Just when you think you

I love taking walks. It is quite possibly my favorite activity. I think better on……

I love taking walks. It is quite possibly my favorite activity. I think better on

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one……

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one

The internet is full of lists recommending the perfect present. Is your family dropping hints……

The internet is full of lists recommending the perfect present. Is your family dropping hints

So long swimsuits, it is time to bundle up. Is your back door area sporting……

So long swimsuits, it is time to bundle up. Is your back door area sporting

When winter hasn’t quite relinquished to spring at higher elevations. When the Dogwoods are blooming……

When winter hasn’t quite relinquished to spring at higher elevations. When the Dogwoods are blooming

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary……

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary

There is so much to love about the Walla Walla Valley. As a world-renowned destination……

There is so much to love about the Walla Walla Valley. As a world-renowned destination

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one……

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one

It happened again. Another year is on the verge of over. There were peaks; there……

It happened again. Another year is on the verge of over. There were peaks; there

Last blog I popped the question: are you ready to go outside Walla Walla? Guess……

Last blog I popped the question: are you ready to go outside Walla Walla? Guess

Zig Zag Springs Trailhead, Umatilla National Forest

Outdoor recreation is not confined to a season. Does a hike on a

……

Outdoor recreation is not confined to a season. Does a hike on a

Twenty-eight years ago, a young gal from Texas had a life-changing opportunity to raft

……

Twenty-eight years ago, a young gal from Texas had a life-changing opportunity to raft

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I haven’t

……

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I haven’t

REPOST from 2019 but still so applicable, enjoy! Traveling with small children is challenging. You……

REPOST from 2019 but still so applicable, enjoy! Traveling with small children is challenging. You

Sometimes I wonder about the impact of being outside. There are countless studies affirming any……

Sometimes I wonder about the impact of being outside. There are countless studies affirming any

Greetings everyone. My name is Steve Dildine, and I am Outside Walla Walla’s President of……

Greetings everyone. My name is Steve Dildine, and I am Outside Walla Walla’s President of

Steve has a shirt that says, “the struggle is real,” in reference to a Tyrannosaurus……

Steve has a shirt that says, “the struggle is real,” in reference to a Tyrannosaurus

This Earth Day, we lost a part of our world, our beloved German Shepherd, Seren…….

This Earth Day, we lost a part of our world, our beloved German Shepherd, Seren.

The Walla Walla Union Bulletin recently featured 39 Under 39 highlighting young professionals who are……

The Walla Walla Union Bulletin recently featured 39 Under 39 highlighting young professionals who are

In 2018, our annual trip included some new adventures mixed with some old favorites. The……

In 2018, our annual trip included some new adventures mixed with some old favorites. The

The new year always feels like an opportunity to start fresh, to make different choices,……

The new year always feels like an opportunity to start fresh, to make different choices,

Bluewood opened this weekend! The Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Ski Area is freshly groomed! The forecast……

Bluewood opened this weekend! The Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Ski Area is freshly groomed! The forecast

I doubt anyone needs a reminder that 2020 is bursting with stress: natural disaster, pandemic,……

I doubt anyone needs a reminder that 2020 is bursting with stress: natural disaster, pandemic,

The world could use a little more love. One of the ways we share the……

The world could use a little more love. One of the ways we share the

Grab your pack, load it with the essentials (navigation, shelter, clothing, water, and food), and……

Grab your pack, load it with the essentials (navigation, shelter, clothing, water, and food), and

Can you believe it is May? I’m not in touch with my feelings enough to……

Can you believe it is May? I’m not in touch with my feelings enough to

By now I’m sure everyone is royally unimpressed with 2020, and I really hope it……

By now I’m sure everyone is royally unimpressed with 2020, and I really hope it

There is no doubt we are all a little stressed right now. One can only……

There is no doubt we are all a little stressed right now. One can only

After sleeping with the windows open for a second night, I decided I better not……

After sleeping with the windows open for a second night, I decided I better not

Finding trails to enjoy is what inspired Outside Walla Walla. With 715 miles of trails……

Finding trails to enjoy is what inspired Outside Walla Walla. With 715 miles of trails

Before we grew our family, Steve and I knew we wanted to raise our kids……

Before we grew our family, Steve and I knew we wanted to raise our kids

What an honor to receive a few items from Kühl to review. Arriving on my……

What an honor to receive a few items from Kühl to review. Arriving on my

Rafting is a unique experience. Rivers are inherently so rejuvenating—the sound, the ripples and wave……
Rafting is a unique experience. Rivers are inherently so rejuvenating—the sound, the ripples and wave

Wine, wheat, and onions—yes, Walla Walla does all three well. Hiking, biking, birding, kayaking—turns out,……

Wine, wheat, and onions—yes, Walla Walla does all three well. Hiking, biking, birding, kayaking—turns out,

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary……

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I

……

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I

Basalt flows dating back millions of years spread far and wide; iconic Pacific Northwest rivers……

Basalt flows dating back millions of years spread far and wide; iconic Pacific Northwest rivers

Living in an area that experiences four seasons is magical. Just when you think you……

Living in an area that experiences four seasons is magical. Just when you think you

I love taking walks. It is quite possibly my favorite activity. I think better on……

I love taking walks. It is quite possibly my favorite activity. I think better on

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one……

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one

The internet is full of lists recommending the perfect present. Is your family dropping hints……

The internet is full of lists recommending the perfect present. Is your family dropping hints

So long swimsuits, it is time to bundle up. Is your back door area sporting……

So long swimsuits, it is time to bundle up. Is your back door area sporting

When winter hasn’t quite relinquished to spring at higher elevations. When the Dogwoods are blooming……

When winter hasn’t quite relinquished to spring at higher elevations. When the Dogwoods are blooming

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary……

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary

There is so much to love about the Walla Walla Valley. As a world-renowned destination……

There is so much to love about the Walla Walla Valley. As a world-renowned destination

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one……

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one

It happened again. Another year is on the verge of over. There were peaks; there……

It happened again. Another year is on the verge of over. There were peaks; there

Last blog I popped the question: are you ready to go outside Walla Walla? Guess……

Last blog I popped the question: are you ready to go outside Walla Walla? Guess

Zig Zag Springs Trailhead, Umatilla National Forest

Outdoor recreation is not confined to a season. Does a hike on a

……

Outdoor recreation is not confined to a season. Does a hike on a

Twenty-eight years ago, a young gal from Texas had a life-changing opportunity to raft

……

Twenty-eight years ago, a young gal from Texas had a life-changing opportunity to raft

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I haven’t

……

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I haven’t

REPOST from 2019 but still so applicable, enjoy! Traveling with small children is challenging. You……

REPOST from 2019 but still so applicable, enjoy! Traveling with small children is challenging. You

Sometimes I wonder about the impact of being outside. There are countless studies affirming any……

Sometimes I wonder about the impact of being outside. There are countless studies affirming any

Greetings everyone. My name is Steve Dildine, and I am Outside Walla Walla’s President of……

Greetings everyone. My name is Steve Dildine, and I am Outside Walla Walla’s President of

Steve has a shirt that says, “the struggle is real,” in reference to a Tyrannosaurus……

Steve has a shirt that says, “the struggle is real,” in reference to a Tyrannosaurus

This Earth Day, we lost a part of our world, our beloved German Shepherd, Seren…….

This Earth Day, we lost a part of our world, our beloved German Shepherd, Seren.

The Walla Walla Union Bulletin recently featured 39 Under 39 highlighting young professionals who are……

The Walla Walla Union Bulletin recently featured 39 Under 39 highlighting young professionals who are

In 2018, our annual trip included some new adventures mixed with some old favorites. The……

In 2018, our annual trip included some new adventures mixed with some old favorites. The

The new year always feels like an opportunity to start fresh, to make different choices,……

The new year always feels like an opportunity to start fresh, to make different choices,

Bluewood opened this weekend! The Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Ski Area is freshly groomed! The forecast……

Bluewood opened this weekend! The Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Ski Area is freshly groomed! The forecast

I doubt anyone needs a reminder that 2020 is bursting with stress: natural disaster, pandemic,……

I doubt anyone needs a reminder that 2020 is bursting with stress: natural disaster, pandemic,

The world could use a little more love. One of the ways we share the……

The world could use a little more love. One of the ways we share the

Grab your pack, load it with the essentials (navigation, shelter, clothing, water, and food), and……

Grab your pack, load it with the essentials (navigation, shelter, clothing, water, and food), and

Can you believe it is May? I’m not in touch with my feelings enough to……

Can you believe it is May? I’m not in touch with my feelings enough to

By now I’m sure everyone is royally unimpressed with 2020, and I really hope it……

By now I’m sure everyone is royally unimpressed with 2020, and I really hope it

There is no doubt we are all a little stressed right now. One can only……

There is no doubt we are all a little stressed right now. One can only

After sleeping with the windows open for a second night, I decided I better not……

After sleeping with the windows open for a second night, I decided I better not

In 2018, our annual trip included some new adventures mixed with some old favorites. The……

In 2018, our annual trip included some new adventures mixed with some old favorites. The

We would like to echo the Scout motto and suggest that being prepared is a……

We would like to echo the Scout motto and suggest that being prepared is a

There we were, sitting in the office of the dealership signing all the paperwork. As……

There we were, sitting in the office of the dealership signing all the paperwork. As

We haul our camper atop a 2015 Ford F-350 4×4, crew cab, single rear wheel,……

We haul our camper atop a 2015 Ford F-350 4×4, crew cab, single rear wheel,

We literally spent years debating about whether or not we should jump on the Go……

We literally spent years debating about whether or not we should jump on the Go

Almost time to tear another page off the family calendar, June is right around the……

Almost time to tear another page off the family calendar, June is right around the

For locals and visitors alike, Lewis & Clark Trail State Park is a great way……

For locals and visitors alike, Lewis & Clark Trail State Park is a great way

Before I profess my love and borderline obsession with our Lance 850 camper, it is……

Before I profess my love and borderline obsession with our Lance 850 camper, it is

Finding trails to enjoy is what inspired Outside Walla Walla. With 715 miles of trails……

Finding trails to enjoy is what inspired Outside Walla Walla. With 715 miles of trails

Before we grew our family, Steve and I knew we wanted to raise our kids……

Before we grew our family, Steve and I knew we wanted to raise our kids

What an honor to receive a few items from Kühl to review. Arriving on my……

What an honor to receive a few items from Kühl to review. Arriving on my

Rafting is a unique experience. Rivers are inherently so rejuvenating—the sound, the ripples and wave……
Rafting is a unique experience. Rivers are inherently so rejuvenating—the sound, the ripples and wave

Wine, wheat, and onions—yes, Walla Walla does all three well. Hiking, biking, birding, kayaking—turns out,……

Wine, wheat, and onions—yes, Walla Walla does all three well. Hiking, biking, birding, kayaking—turns out,

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary……

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I

……

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I

Basalt flows dating back millions of years spread far and wide; iconic Pacific Northwest rivers……

Basalt flows dating back millions of years spread far and wide; iconic Pacific Northwest rivers

Living in an area that experiences four seasons is magical. Just when you think you……

Living in an area that experiences four seasons is magical. Just when you think you

I love taking walks. It is quite possibly my favorite activity. I think better on……

I love taking walks. It is quite possibly my favorite activity. I think better on

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one……

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one

The internet is full of lists recommending the perfect present. Is your family dropping hints……

The internet is full of lists recommending the perfect present. Is your family dropping hints

So long swimsuits, it is time to bundle up. Is your back door area sporting……

So long swimsuits, it is time to bundle up. Is your back door area sporting

When winter hasn’t quite relinquished to spring at higher elevations. When the Dogwoods are blooming……

When winter hasn’t quite relinquished to spring at higher elevations. When the Dogwoods are blooming

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary……

Southeast Washington is a vast landscape. In just one county the annual rainfall can vary

There is so much to love about the Walla Walla Valley. As a world-renowned destination……

There is so much to love about the Walla Walla Valley. As a world-renowned destination

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one……

Before you start recording a bunch of resolutions for the new year, there is one

It happened again. Another year is on the verge of over. There were peaks; there……

It happened again. Another year is on the verge of over. There were peaks; there

Last blog I popped the question: are you ready to go outside Walla Walla? Guess……

Last blog I popped the question: are you ready to go outside Walla Walla? Guess

Zig Zag Springs Trailhead, Umatilla National Forest

Outdoor recreation is not confined to a season. Does a hike on a

……

Outdoor recreation is not confined to a season. Does a hike on a

Twenty-eight years ago, a young gal from Texas had a life-changing opportunity to raft

……

Twenty-eight years ago, a young gal from Texas had a life-changing opportunity to raft

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I haven’t

……

Spring is the season that invigorates my sense of adventure. I haven’t

REPOST from 2019 but still so applicable, enjoy! Traveling with small children is challenging. You……

REPOST from 2019 but still so applicable, enjoy! Traveling with small children is challenging. You

Sometimes I wonder about the impact of being outside. There are countless studies affirming any……

Sometimes I wonder about the impact of being outside. There are countless studies affirming any

Greetings everyone. My name is Steve Dildine, and I am Outside Walla Walla’s President of……

Greetings everyone. My name is Steve Dildine, and I am Outside Walla Walla’s President of

Steve has a shirt that says, “the struggle is real,” in reference to a Tyrannosaurus……

Steve has a shirt that says, “the struggle is real,” in reference to a Tyrannosaurus

This Earth Day, we lost a part of our world, our beloved German Shepherd, Seren…….

This Earth Day, we lost a part of our world, our beloved German Shepherd, Seren.

The Walla Walla Union Bulletin recently featured 39 Under 39 highlighting young professionals who are……

The Walla Walla Union Bulletin recently featured 39 Under 39 highlighting young professionals who are

In 2018, our annual trip included some new adventures mixed with some old favorites. The……

In 2018, our annual trip included some new adventures mixed with some old favorites. The

The new year always feels like an opportunity to start fresh, to make different choices,……

The new year always feels like an opportunity to start fresh, to make different choices,

Bluewood opened this weekend! The Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Ski Area is freshly groomed! The forecast……

Bluewood opened this weekend! The Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Ski Area is freshly groomed! The forecast

I doubt anyone needs a reminder that 2020 is bursting with stress: natural disaster, pandemic,……

I doubt anyone needs a reminder that 2020 is bursting with stress: natural disaster, pandemic,

The world could use a little more love. One of the ways we share the……

The world could use a little more love. One of the ways we share the

Grab your pack, load it with the essentials (navigation, shelter, clothing, water, and food), and……

Grab your pack, load it with the essentials (navigation, shelter, clothing, water, and food), and

Can you believe it is May? I’m not in touch with my feelings enough to……

Can you believe it is May? I’m not in touch with my feelings enough to

By now I’m sure everyone is royally unimpressed with 2020, and I really hope it……

By now I’m sure everyone is royally unimpressed with 2020, and I really hope it

There is no doubt we are all a little stressed right now. One can only……

There is no doubt we are all a little stressed right now. One can only

After sleeping with the windows open for a second night, I decided I better not……

After sleeping with the windows open for a second night, I decided I better not

We would like to echo the Scout motto and suggest that being prepared is a……

We would like to echo the Scout motto and suggest that being prepared is a

Most of the time we have a plan. We’ve researched, studied maps, and have an……

Most of the time we have a plan. We’ve researched, studied maps, and have an

The best time of the year has arrived. I feel strongly about that despite the……

The best time of the year has arrived. I feel strongly about that despite the

There we were, sitting in the office of the dealership signing all the paperwork. As……

There we were, sitting in the office of the dealership signing all the paperwork. As

It is a busy time of year. I get that. I’m currently writing this on……

It is a busy time of year. I get that. I’m currently writing this on

The summer months have flown by and before you know it school will be starting…….

The summer months have flown by and before you know it school will be starting.

You might not think about eastern Washington or Oregon as a go-to destination for water……

You might not think about eastern Washington or Oregon as a go-to destination for water

We literally spent years debating about whether or not we should jump on the Go……

We literally spent years debating about whether or not we should jump on the Go

Traveling with small children is challenging. You would think there is enough Pirate Booty in……

Traveling with small children is challenging. You would think there is enough Pirate Booty in

Almost time to tear another page off the family calendar, June is right around the……

Almost time to tear another page off the family calendar, June is right around the

The sun is shining; the Dogwoods are blooming; and the flood warnings have finally subsided…….

The sun is shining; the Dogwoods are blooming; and the flood warnings have finally subsided.

Spring is here, and we have budding trees and flowers to prove it! We finally……

Spring is here, and we have budding trees and flowers to prove it! We finally

For locals and visitors alike, Lewis & Clark Trail State Park is a great way……

For locals and visitors alike, Lewis & Clark Trail State Park is a great way

Before I profess my love and borderline obsession with our Lance 850 camper, it is……

Before I profess my love and borderline obsession with our Lance 850 camper, it is

The West Tiger Creek Trail checks off many appealing qualities of a leisurely few hours……

The West Tiger Creek Trail checks off many appealing qualities of a leisurely few hours

In the blink of an hour, it is amazing just how different the terrain can……

In the blink of an hour, it is amazing just how different the terrain can

The South Fork of the Walla Walla Trail and Harris Park will always top my……

The South Fork of the Walla Walla Trail and Harris Park will always top my

REPOST from 2019 but still so applicable, enjoy! Traveling with small children is challenging. You……

REPOST from 2019 but still so applicable, enjoy! Traveling with small children is challenging. You

Steve has a shirt that says, “the struggle is real,” in reference to a Tyrannosaurus……

Steve has a shirt that says, “the struggle is real,” in reference to a Tyrannosaurus

It is a busy time of year. I get that. I’m currently writing this on……

It is a busy time of year. I get that. I’m currently writing this on

You might not think about eastern Washington or Oregon as a go-to destination for water……

You might not think about eastern Washington or Oregon as a go-to destination for water

Traveling with small children is challenging. You would think there is enough Pirate Booty in……

Traveling with small children is challenging. You would think there is enough Pirate Booty in

In the blink of an hour, it is amazing just how different the terrain can……

In the blink of an hour, it is amazing just how different the terrain can

Whenever Steve and I share stories with our kids about our childhoods, we tend to……

Whenever Steve and I share stories with our kids about our childhoods, we tend to