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Best places to hike around Washington

Best places to hike around Washington

While Washington State may seem distant for many of us, the incredible range of hikes that this state offers means it’s well worth the hike to get there. Its location in the Pacific Northwest gives...

Artist Spotlight: Kate George

Artist Spotlight: Kate George

Here at Outpatch, we’ve been following Kate’s work and knew her illustrations would make the perfect little PNW-inspired patches (and in our humble opinion… they are). Based in Seattle, WA, her wor...

Swag for Good

Swag for Good

Who doesn’t love swag?  While there are lots of things that might come to your mind with “swag”, I’m talking about the promotional products that companies and organizations give out. Whether it’s a...

The Overtourism Dilemma

The Overtourism Dilemma

After over a year of being confined to our homes, people around the world are thrilled to take advantage of new opportunities to travel safely. In some ways, this release of our pent-up energy for ...

Join the live local movement

Join the live local movement

We’ve all heard about the significance of supporting local businesses, especially over the past year. When so many shops and restaurants had to temporarily close their doors, people everywhere need...

How to Leave No Trace With Your Outdoor Gatherings

How to Leave No Trace With Your Outdoor Gatherings

A New Era of Environmentalism While the summer is always filled with fun and relaxation, this summer will feel like even more of a celebration than usual. As vaccinations increase and the coronavir...