Very organized, easy to follow, and a great float! The folks working emphasize safety and how to…read moremake the best of your time. Highly recommend on a nice day!

Came with a group of 4 on 8/27/23 and we had a wonderful time. We made a reservation about a week…read morein advance and got the time slot we wanted which was around 1:30pm. Pricing: On the weekends, its $45 for the rental tube + shuttle. We also got the cooler tube which was an added $25 and was SO Worth it! Especially if you come late in the season like us where the river float is about 4-6 hours, thats a pretty long time and an extra float to put cold drinks and snacks was very much worth the little investment. Note - you have to bring your own ice for the cooler! They have a ton of parking onsite which makes it easy. We seemed to be the tail end since their reservation times end at 3pm. Check in was easy. They also have tiny lockers to put your keys in if you need. Their store has floats for sale and some other floating necessities. Things we brought: - sunscreen! - sunglasses and hat - watershoes or water sandals because it can be slippery/rocky in the river if you swim/have to walk in certain areas. - waterproof speakers - definitely makes for a great time! - change of clothes - which we left in our car for afterwards (this was nice because in the float, your butt is literally just sitting in water the entire time) - bug spray - might be handy if you plan to stop on land - phone protection - either a ziplock or phone bag because things can get pretty wet. - snacks - water - drinks - no glass! plastic and cans are ok, just make sure to keep your trash with you till the end where they have appropriate disposal areas. Overall, my group and I had a wonderful experience. The river was pretty slow and we had to walk one area but we knew that going in.

The town is really cute with the decor of a train station vibe. There's a lot of parking on the…read morestreet and the event doesn't start right at four like the instructions mentioned. We probably boarded the train about 405. The train is super cute and our toddler loved watching it come by the inside. The core is really cool. Almost reminds me of Harry Potter Hogwarts type seating. When we got to the train museum, the area for toddlers had a lot of things to do, but it was all pretty hot. The actual museum was awesome going down. I always looking at these giant trains at the end to take a picture of Thomas, which was pretty fun, but also really Rushed. Overall, for a toddler that loves trains this was really fun but a bit expensive overall for what we got .

Day Out With Thomas event is a little expensive at $28 per person (free for children under 2), but…read moreif you have a Thomas train lover in the family you don't have much of a choice do you? :D The event was only available for a couple of weekends in July, but I just checked and they are currently opening up for another weekend in September. If you do go, there is a decent sized parking lot located at SE King St & Railroad Ave, and if you can't find anything you can always park in the residential area a block or two from the Northwest Railway Museum (where you line up for boarding). The event itself presents a nice variety of activities for the kiddos. Besides the actual train ride on Thomas, there was live entertainment, an appearance from Sir Topham Hatt for you to take pictures with, a temporary tattoo station, a small hay bale maze, and photo opportunities. The highlight for many people is that everyone is guaranteed the opportunity to take pictures directly in front of Thomas, and the friendly staff are more than happy to use your own phones/cameras to help take your family photos. Oh they also have a nursing station too. Depending on which train car you hop on, it may have open windows or shut windows. If you are on a train car with open windows, please watch your kids because the openings are big enough for the young ones to crawl out of which could seriously hurt themselves while the train is moving. At the end once everybody has disembarked, most people probably don't realize this but with another 20 mins remaining before the next session starts up, you can actually loop back around yourself and walk to the front of the train outside if you need another opportunity to take pictures with Thomas on your own. Enjoy!

Great mushroom forage 101 for the beginner! Will definitely recommend to friends in the area!read more

If someone had told me a year ago that I'd spend 2 hours and 15 minutes on a cold November morning…read morewillingly learning about mushroom identification and foraging, I would have laughed... and yet here we are. This experience with Forage Seattle (booked through Airbnb Experiences) was the perfect blend of education and exploration, and our guide Vassilissa made what could have been a dry lecture into a genuinely engaging forest adventure. We arrived promptly at 9:30am on November 9th at Bridle Trails State Park (you'll need a Discover Pass to park, which costs $45 annually). The Google Maps pin was accurate, and the only minor hiccup was that the portable restroom was being serviced that morning - so plan accordingly. Our group of seven joined four other participants, making it an intimate 11-person experience that still felt personal and interactive. What struck me immediately was how knowledgeable Vassilissa was - until she casually mentioned (at the very end!) that she was relatively new to guiding, we would have NEVER known. She demonstrated her expertise through every identification, every answer to our random questions, and every teaching moment when we stumbled upon something unexpected.We spent the first hour at the picnic tables. The setup was beautiful - black tablecloths, mushroom identification guides, jars of foraged specimens, and all the tools we'd need spread before us. She walked us through essential safety tips (the most memorable being "when in doubt, throw it out"). We learned about the seasonality of mushrooms in the Pacific Northwest (you can forage 10 months out of the year!), how to identify a mushroom by examining the cap, stem, and gills/pores, and how to use the specialized foraging knife with its curved brush. She explained each tool: the perforated basket (to redistribute spores as you walk), the UV flashlight (which she demonstrated on fluorescent mushrooms - SO cool), the lighter (for the maple syrup smell on candy cap mushrooms), and the identification guide.One of my favourite revelations? The mushroom emoji is actually a poisonous mushroom (Amanita muscaria). Who knew?! After our classroom session, we crossed into Bridle Trails State Park's forested trails. Vassilissa explained what to look for when hunting edible mushrooms: ideal conditions, the importance of "duff" (that thick layer of decomposing organic matter on the forest floor), and how to identify both edible and inedible specimens. We got INCREDIBLY lucky with the weather - a dry, sunny fall day that was cold but not uncomfortably chilly. Fun fact: if the forest is more than 50 percent red cedar, you won't find edible mushrooms! We primarily hunted for chanterelles but also found Zellers bolete mushrooms along the trail. While our collective bounty wasn't massive (each person walked away with a handful), the process of learning to spot them was incredibly satisfying. Every time someone found a mushroom, Vassilissa would get visibly excited and turn it into a teaching moment - examining characteristics, explaining what made it identifiable, and sharing fascinating facts. One memorable moment was when Vassilissa offered us homemade reishi tea that she'd brewed from mushrooms she personally foraged. The earthy, slightly bitter taste was fascinating (and apparently packed with immune-boosting properties).Beyond the practical skills, I learned genuinely surprising things. Did you know that ANY dog can be trained to be a truffle dog (chihuahuas and Burmese mountain dogs were examples)? Vassilissa's approach meant we could ask random questions and she'd thoughtfully explain her perspective (she's a self-proclaimed plucker!). The experience felt less like an educational lecture and more like a fun field trip with an enthusiastic friend who happens to know EVERYTHING about fungi. That's the magic of good teaching - you don't even realize how much you're absorbing because you're genuinely engaged. After foraging, we headed back where Vassilissa shared information about group trips, foraging permit requirements, and the best PNW spots (Mount Rainier but NOT the North Cascades!). She demonstrated how to properly clean mushrooms. As a parting gift, we each received a goody bag of cultivated King Oyster mushrooms grown in Seattle. There was also an opportunity to purchase the Opinel foraging knife or the tabbed identification book. We were complete beginners, and Vassilissa met us exactly where we were with patience and enthusiasm. If you've ever been curious about mushroom foraging, or you're looking for a unique outdoor activity that combines education with gentle adventure, Forage Seattle delivers in every possible way. Just bring your curiosity (and maybe use the restroom before you arrive).

Bill hosted by son's 10th birthday and I have nothing but positive things to say. Bill worked with…read moreme to make sure the theme and gift bags matched my son's personality and helped find a place the trailer could be parked close to my (very hilly!) street. He and his daughter were helpful in managing a lot of kids with tech needs and remained patient and positive. The trailer is clean and spacious. I would hire him for any event!

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We came here for the Easter Brunch. Our friend is a member here and invited us here for this…read moreevent. The view from the ballroom was fantastic! It was so pretty and that day was nice and sunny so the mountains looked majestic as the backdrop to a wonderful Easter weekend. They had face painting, balloon animals, and a petting zoo, and the kids just loved it. They had set up an Easter Egg Hunt and had lots of cute decorations everywhere for the Easter festivities. You really felt like it was Easter there. They even had an Easter Bunny to take photos with the little kids and the Bunny gave lots of great hugs to the kids and take photos with everyone. The buffet was extensive and had plenty of food for everyone's tastes. They even had crab claws and mussels. Unfortunately it was all my favorite foods and I ate a little too much. I was so stuffed I could barely get to the dessert table. (I of course have a reserve dessert stomach, so I had some cake and coffee). The staff was very nice and helpful and they worked very hard. It was a great event and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Hopefully we get another invite out here again soon!

Epitome of PNW. Incredible views is Mt. Si and the Cascades overall. The food and service has seen…read morea noticeable improvement over the past few months which is of course well received by all. The lunch and dinner menus have plenty of options and can be made GF, DF, V, etc... weekly specials and holiday brunch's help add variety. The black cod miso dinner entree is incredible! Fresh made pizza's are available Weds-Sunday with dough made in house and you can watch your pizza be made in the pizza oven!

Excellent bowyer! Bows are works of art and super smooth. Jay makes really nice and affordable…read morecustom longbows. Never disappointed.

Jay St. Charles makes and sells beautiful wood bows from bamboo and hardwood. He also offers…read moremake-your-own-bow workshops at very reasonable prices (currently $70 per bow,) for all ages. Working out of his barn, he makes the blanks, and workshop participants scrape, sand, and finish the bow. He has an archery range set up for shooting, and usually organizes several other bowyers to help with the workshops. Our school has participated annually in a workshop since 2006, and the 6th grade students are completely engaged and enthusiastic about their bows. Jay and his crew are knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging, and have lots of stories and artifacts to share. These are artisans with skills that are hard to find. I highly recommend the workshop for anyone interested in archery, and owning their own bow.

I came for the matcha and will return for the people - the entire experience was pure magic. Every…read moredetail, from design to flavor, feels crafted & premium. Excited to see Vale expand and to join their future events! Mmm that banana strawberry!!

We had so much fun with Rhonda! She came to my house and taught nine of my friends & family to make…read moreseveral dishes from Africa: a special fruit drink to start, chicken appetizers, main dish meatballs, and a unique dessert. She had us smell various spices we had never heard of, then taste them with oil and bread. She passed around recipes and information sheets about the spices. There was no pressure in this "class"... some people got involved with her instructions for chopping & mixing, while others chose to just socialize and watch. Her pricing was perfectly reasonable, including all the food and a customized in-home event. She brought all ingredients & equipment AND cleaned up. The food was so good that now I'm going to look into her daily meal menu. What a find!

We can't say enough great things about DJ Craig from Bugsie Productions! He was the DJ and emcee…read morefor our wedding and reception, and he absolutely exceeded our expectations. From the moment we met him at the Snohomish Wedding Guild Tour, Craig was professional, approachable, and took the time to understand exactly what we wanted for our big day. He kept the energy high, and played the perfect mix of music. He seamlessly transitioned between the various parts of our celebration. His emcee skills were spot-on--he kept things moving smoothly without being overbearing, and his positive energy was contagious. We received so many compliments from our guests about the music and the overall vibe of the event. If you're looking for a DJ who knows how to read the crowd and create an unforgettable experience, DJ Craig is the one to go with. Highly recommend!

Working with Bugsie is always a blast! All the guys are…read moresuper professional and dressed to the nine when the party begins. They arrive early to make sure all bases are covered and prevent any mixups with power or wifi. They are flexible if the event takes a different turn and they are really easy to work with and communicate with. I can't wait to work with them again. Thanks guys!!!

Waitlisted for more than a week, never heard back. No confirmation, email, or return call. If you…read moreare too busy to even let someone know to make other plans, maybe you shouldn't have a wait list open at all. Some of us are trying to plan our time ahead of time.

After completing multiples trips with Equescapes, I can say they are truly top notch! Adrienne,…read moreHolly, Tirzah, and the entire crew are incredibly knowledgeable and super helpful with making each ride a great experience. 5-star treatment for both guests and horses!!! Cannot recommend them enough!

Twin Peaks Fans Unite!…read more Just wanted to leave a very well put review on this motel that we stayed at! My Fiancé and I reserved and stayed at mysterious room #6 which incase if you already know... this was the same exact room in Fire Walk With Me with Laura Palmer and Ronette Pulaski were seen in. I got to say. Staying in this exact film site location was amazing! Leo, one of the hotel managers made sure we were taken care of as far as booking this special room for our eventful weekend for Fire Walk With me with Shery Lee and made sure we had access to our room! Definitely would stay here again at this establishment and would encourage any twin peaks fans to reserve room #6 when you can or you can get room #8 for phillip jeffries room as well incase you can't get #6, but trust me. This place you enter is both wonderful and strange as Dale Cooper would say and was definitely a magical stay here at Mt. Si Motel aka Red Diamond Motel.

The accommodations are a bit basic (which is honestly a first world problem anyways) and the place…read moreitself looks a bit shady with the junky-looking parking lot but it's honestly a decent spot. Don't let the exterior deceive you. The lady at the front office was very friendly, the room was clean and didn't smell weird, and it's not far away from the town at all. Everything is a 3-5 min drive or if you're in need of some exercise, a 25-30 min walk depending how far you wanna go. You also have the added benefit of less traffic since the location isn't as close to the town center as the other hotels. I recommend the place. Don't be afraid to try it out. I also assume it's cheaper than the other spots too.