One of my favorite places to spend time in Norman is Summit Climbing Gym. I have been a member for about six months now and spend many nights a week there. Climbing is my favorite hobby. Summit is a great place to spend time because there is a very communal feel. Other people there are …

Laguna Beach is a small coastal city located in Orange County, California. The area is primarily known for its shopping, beaches, and beautiful weather. I have a few friends from the area so I have visited many times. We have spent a significant amount of time at Victoria Beach and Main Beach. Downtown Laguna has …

One of my favorite places to stop when driving home from school is Fort Collins, Colorado. It is a city located in the northern part of Colorado. Fort Collins is known for its outdoor recreation, Colorado State University, and craft beer. Like Bellingham, Fort Collins has a small-town feel with the amenities of a big …

Another one of my favorite towns in Washington is Bellingham. It is located in the northern part of the state and is close to the Canadian border. The town is also home to Western Washington University. Bellingham has many beautiful parks and beaches, such as Teddy Bear Cove and Whatcom State Park. Bellingham has a …

Red Rocks Park is a rock structure located in Morrison, Colorado. It is primarily known for the amphitheater, which is where many well-known artists have concerts. I visited the park in 2016. While the amphitheater itself is very impressive, the surrounding area is also very beautiful. We did a few hikes nearby while we were …

Lake Chelan is a very popular vacation spot for those living in the northwest. I have visited this lake countless times throughout my life. I have friends that live there and have attended weddings in the area. The lake is very large and has many outdoor recreation opportunities. It also has a small town at …

Lake Crescent is a deep lake located in Olympic National Park, Washington. It is right off of Route 101. The lake is known for its natural beauty. There are no buildings in the area; it is very serene. It is also home to several hiking trails. During the summer, many people like going out on …

In 2017, my family visited Kapolei, Oahu. Because of our moral opposition to interacting with animals in captivity, we decided to book a trip with a charter company to swim with dolphins in the wild. This was a very thrilling experience. We drove around on the boat for a bit until we saw dolphins swimming …

I visited Prescott, Arizona in October of 2019. I went there with my brother to visit Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the school that he is going to next year. Prescott is located in central Arizona at an elevation of 5,367 feet. There are many large hills and lakes in the area. While it is not the …

One of my favorite towns in the northwest is North Bend, Washington. With a population of only 5,731, North Bend is a smaller town about 45 minutes from the heart of Seattle. However, because of the surrounding area, North Bend brings in a lot of tourists from both Seattle and other locations. North Bend has …