Tag: travel

Bloedel Reserve (Photo Courtesy beautifulwashington.com)

Inspirational Walks and Hikes

Many of us have heard the saying, “Go take a hike.” At one time, this was a negative phrase, but now it could become our mantra for getting out and exploring all the abundant trails that surround us in West Sound, from the … read more

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Staying Safe on the Road When Driving with Distracting Furry Friends

Summer road trip season is in full swing. Whether your vacation plans include national parks, sandy beaches or major metropolises, you may be thinking of bringing the entire family along, even your four-legged companions. While we love having them near, dogs aren’t always … read more

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How to Keep Up and Maintain a New Vehicle

Maintaining a vehicle is important to ensure that it runs well and lasts for a long time. With the right steps, you can keep your car running well and get more years out of it by having it repaired in the proper order. … read more

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Maintenance Checklist to Get Your Car Ready for the Next Road Trip

As summer approaches, many people are planning road trips to take that long-awaited vacation or visit friends and family. Before you take to the open road, however, it’s important to make sure your vehicle is in top condition. Proper vehicle maintenance is important … read more

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Secure Your Loads

Kitsap County’s ‘Secure Your Load for Safer Roads’ Campaign Includes Net Giveaways, Law Enforcement Patrols, Fines

Every year in Washington, debris from unsecured vehicle loads causes more than 300 traffic crashes and 30 injuries. Sadly, in 2022, this number included five fatalities attributed to debris in the roadway. Unsecured loads not only endanger drivers, pedestrians and roadside workers, they … read more

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5 Ways to Travel More Securely

If you’re setting out on your next big travel adventure, security and safety might be the last thing on your mind. But every now and then, something is bound to go wrong when you’re far away from home. Scammers, fraudsters and thieves are … read more

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Tips for Solo Traveling

Whether you’re a lone wolf at heart or looking to broaden your sense of independence, traveling solo can be a richly empowering and satisfying experience. Setting out on your own has many practical advantages. You’re not worrying about accommodating another’s schedule, interest or … read more

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How to Protect Your Home and Valuables When You Travel

Whether you’re visiting your in-laws or taking a tropical vacation, you likely leave your house and the majority of your belongings unattended while you’re gone. Recent research suggests that if you’re like many Americans, you may not be doing enough to protect your … read more

Port Gamble

A Day in Port Gamble

Spending a day in Port Gamble is like taking a step back in time. This wonderful historic community setting on the northwest shore of Kitsap County was developed beginning in 1841 by a U.S. Navy expedition on the 2-mile-long bay at the mouth … read more

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